Silvio Grixti does not deserve our sympathy
It is law abiding taxpayers and voters who should be angry. It is parents of severely disabled children who should be angry for seeing their children’s condition being...
Co-owners cannot block the use of other co-owners
Malcolm Mifsud
Co-owners must make use of the property in common as long as it is done in the best interest of the co-ownership
An industrial travesty
Michael Falzon

In the case of the mess made by Malta Enterprise and INDIS Malta, Minister Silvio Schembri is politically responsible. Up to the time of writing, he did not...

In the case of the mess made by Malta Enterprise and INDIS...

So many want the perks of a top job… but not the accountability
Josanne Cassar

Are we surprised there are so many construction site accidents when those who...

Are we surprised there are so many construction site...

PARSHEEP
Saviour Balzan

From 16-year-old candidates to irate ministers and resignations Saviour Balzan looks back at this tumultuous week in Maltese politics 

From 16-year-old candidates to irate ministers and...

Cartoon: 03 March 2024

Cartoon by Mikiel Galea

Cartoon by Mikiel Galea

Sofia Inquiry: A turning point

Staffing authorities with cronies, who may not have the required competence or who are simply yes-men is a disservice to society and the bona fide operators...

Staffing authorities with cronies, who may not have the...

The elements of a retrial must be cumulative
Malcolm Mifsud

When arguing for a retrial, the elements of a retrial must all exist

When arguing for a retrial, the elements of a retrial must...

Gender equality: An imperative for societal progress | Steve Ellul

As we stand on the precipice of a new era, the importance of promoting gender...

As we stand on the precipice of a new era, the importance...

The problem with massage parlours
Mark Said

Many out there might be one massage away from endangering their physical wellbeing and health. The preservation of health is easier than the cure of the disease

Many out there might be one massage away from endangering...

Putting social justice on the global agenda | Josef Bugeja

Our Maltese experience through the ages has taught us how leveraging the power...

Our Maltese experience through the ages has taught us how...

Local councils need a new lease of life

The relationship between councils and government should be premised on increased autonomy for local governments

The relationship between councils and government should be...

At least, Americans have a choice
Raphael Vassallo

There is a word, you know, to describe precisely this sort of political system. I’ll give you a hint: it starts with a ‘D'

There is a word, you know, to describe precisely this sort...

The PN is missing out
Michael Falzon

Only a leader with a very strong personality can overcome this

Only a leader with a very strong personality can overcome...

Encouraging steps forward for a better environment
Miriam Dalli

In February, the country continued to implement our shared vision for a...

In February, the country continued to implement our...

Let’s “do something” … by picking on long-time residents
Josanne Cassar

I am still trying to wrap my head around how the state can sanction this type...

I am still trying to wrap my head around how the state can...

Cartoon: 25 February 2024

Cartoon by Mikiel Galea

Cartoon by Mikiel Galea

Unfair consumer contracts null and void

Consumer contracts which are unfair and in violation of consumer protection laws will be declared null and void

Consumer contracts which are unfair and in violation of...

Is ChatGPT a Labourite or a Nationalist?
Alexiei Dingli

While it may seem absurd to attribute political leanings to an AI like ChatGPT, the underlying biases in these technologies have real and significant...

While it may seem absurd to attribute political leanings to...

Being naïve is not an option: Europe’s security is in Malta’s interest

The problem with the PL’s rhetoric is that it ignores the geopolitical developments in Europe over the past two years characterised by Russia’s...

The problem with the PL’s rhetoric is that it ignores...