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Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and laws
Liverpool Echo
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July 5, 2025
Millions of people travel to Spain every month Spain is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world. The country can boast a Mediterranean climate with plenty of sunshine, as well as delicious cuisine and historical sites. In...
Building Trust, Growing Impact: Shaun McCabe Receives RSA's 2025 Gold Star Award
Blaine County Journal News-Opinion - Montana
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July 9, 2025
MALTA, MT – The Ranchers Stewardship Alliance (RSA) is proud to announce Shaun McCabe, farm bill biologist for Pheasants Forever in Chinook, MT, as the recipient of the 2025 Gold Star Award. This annual recognition honors individuals who...
‘MCAST is preparing students for tomorrow’s jobs, before they are needed’ – principal
The Malta Independent
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July 13, 2025
Principal and CEO of the Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST), Stephen Vella, said that the college's goal is not to react to changes in Malta's workforce, but to anticipate them, and train its students for the roles the country...
Last-minute holiday bookings take off as holiday makers seek summer sun
Chad
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July 17, 2025
The UK’s leading independent travel agent, Barrhead Travel has reported a 42 percent increase in last-minute bookings with people opting to book and travel this July. With holidays in high demand, over 40 percent of new bookings are still being...
The future of village festas
Times of Malta
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July 11, 2025
As Malta looks ahead to 2050, guided by the aspirations of Envision Malta 2050, we are urged to reflect not just on economic growth or technological advancement, but also on the cultural and social institutions that define our national identity....
NGOs file legal appeal to revoke Comino project permit
Times of Malta
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July 11, 2025
Moviment Graffitti, together with 14 environmental NGOs and individuals, filed an appeal on Thursday evening with the Environment and Planning Review Tribunal, calling for the revocation of the Comino project’s planning permit. The proposed...
Reclaiming space in the property market
Times of Malta
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July 11, 2025
Housing is no longer just a social issue; it is fast becoming one of the defining economic and generational challenges of our time. In Malta, years of strong economic growth and population changes have reshaped the housing landscape. But for many...
Din l-Art Helwa 60th anniversary celebration at San Anton Palace
Gozo News
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July 5, 2025
Din l-Art Helwa is celebrating its 60th Anniversary with a gala reception to be held at San Anton Palace, Attard under the distinguished patronage of President Myriam Spiteri Debono, next Friday, the 11th of July at 8pm. The splendid and historic...
Repubblika unveils Democratic Vision 2050 document for ‘a Republic worth fighting for’
The Malta Independent
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Semira Abbas Shalan Thursday, 17 July 2025, 11:30 Last update: about 31 minutes ago Civil society NGO Repubblika has launched its Democratic Vision 2050, a long-term roadmap for democratic renewal grounded in truth, memory and freedom. In a press...
Transport Ministry launches call for Expression of Interest for innovative digital solutions
The Malta Independent
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July 12, 2025
A call for Expression of Interest for innovative digital ideas and solutions to improve transport management in Malta has been launched, the Ministry for Transport stated. The ministry said that this initiative forms part of the 'Reshaping our...
Xlendi Bay now fit for swimming, health authorities lift warning
Gozo News
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June 30, 2025
Health Authorities have advised that Xlendi Bay is now fit for swimming, it had been closed since the 22nd of June. The Environmental Health Directorate said that following repeated sampling over the past days of seawater from the areas indicated...
Turtle Johanna returns to lay her 2nd nest of season at Ramla, Gozo
Gozo News
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June 29, 2025
Volunteers from Nature Trust – Fee Malta – Gozo Section, who were on duty monitoring the turtle nest at Ramla l-Hamra, noticed a Loggerhead nesting whilst they were on patrol at around 1am. The officials immediately notified ERA – Environment &...
Works on Paola sensory garden for people with autism begin
Times of Malta
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July 16, 2025
Work has begun to build a new garden in Paola that is especially designed for people with autism and for those with mobility difficulties. The 5,000 square metre space, the size of a small football pitch, will have “therapeutic” and...
Meliá Hotels accelerates luxury expansion across Asia Pacific region
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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July 16, 2025
Meliá Hotels International unveils regional growth strategy at ILTM Asia Pacific, led by new luxury openings and culinary innovation. SINGAPORE – At ILTM Asia Pacific, Meliá Hotels International (MHI) is spotlighting its accelerated expansion in...
‘Fortress Europe’s’ African victims
Mail & Guardian
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July 17, 2025
African refugees and migrants fleeing war and dictatorships in search of safety on European shores. (AFP) Europeans may be horrified by United States President Donald Trump’s draconian immigration policies, which include snatching people off the...
Tender to be issued for Sliema to Gozo ferry service with Bugibba stopover
Gozo News
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July 3, 2025
Prime Minister Robert Abela has announced that a call for proposals will be issued for private operators to manage a new sea transport service connecting Sliema, Bugibba, and Gozo. He said that this initiative aims to enhance the efficiency and...
Heatwaves in Europe: Which countries face the biggest GDP and labour productivity losses?
Euronews
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July 15, 2025
Last year was the warmest year on record both in Europe and globally, with temperatures exceeding all previous levels since 1850. Globally, the last ten years also mark the warmest decade on record. Europe is the fastest-warming continent on...
I’m 75 and hate my body. Will my first naturist holiday help?
The Times
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I am ashamed to admit how I felt about my body two weeks ago. I may not be overweight but I am saggy, baggy, wrinkly and warty — front and back. Last time I was naked in front of a man, a couple of years ago after an eight-year hiatus, he dumped...
Full list of Spain travel advice and safety alerts tourists need to know right now
Irish Star
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July 7, 2025
09:39 ET, 07 Jul 2025Updated 09:41 ET, 07 Jul 2025 Spain is a premier vacation spot worldwide, known for its Mediterranean climate, mouth-watering cuisine, and historical landmarks. Compared to other popular tourist destinations, Spain often...
13 beaches including 3 in Gozo receive Blue Flag eco-label
Gozo News
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June 28, 2025
Thirteen beaches, ten in Malta and three in Gozo have received the 2025 Blue Flag Certificate, a prestigious eco-label confirming their world-class standards in beach management, environmental education, safety, water quality and related services....