Carrying capacity studies are pivotal
Mark Said
Generally, these studies aim to determine what infrastructure investment is necessary in each locality to ensure sustainable development and to maintain the quality of life that...
From the ground up
Miriam Dalli
All of these projects are part of a long-term strategic vision; one that isn’t driven by crisis, but by careful planning and anticipation of future needs
Another deal, another scandal but where is Labour’s outrage, remorse?

The least we expected from government in the circumstances was an expression of remorse accompanied by outrage at the deceit, the lies, the vitiated process,...

The least we expected from government in the circumstances...

We need dignity and substance in politics, not PR stunts
Josanne Cassar

The curse of social media is that it has glorified superficiality and looks,...

The curse of social media is that it has glorified...

Malta’s land wealth and the missing bridge to innovation
JP Fabri

Safeguards matter. Property linked instruments must be conservative on loan to...

Safeguards matter. Property linked instruments must be...

Cartoon: 14 September 2025

Cartoon by Mikiel Galea

Cartoon by Mikiel Galea

Nobody deserves to die for their beliefs

While it may be possible for some not feel any sympathy towards him because of his polarising views, arguing that he deserved to be killed is a complete...

While it may be possible for some not feel any sympathy...

Political violence is wrong but we are under no obligation to mourn Kirk
James Debono

Violence is never justified, yet mourning Kirk is not a duty. The real gall lies in far-right forces using his death to posture as defenders of free...

Violence is never justified, yet mourning Kirk is not a...

Good faith gone wrong: Considering the elements of money laundering
Matthew Xuereb / Thomas Sciberras Herrera

The court concluded that the defendant had provided 'a plausible rebuttal...

The court concluded that the defendant had provided 'a...

The Ta’ Qali ‘ramel fin u gravel apposta’ saga
Arnold Cassola

This saga brings up two important national issues: The first regarding the...

This saga brings up two important national issues: The...

Retail chain pharmacies: A threat to patients’ primary interests? | Anthony Raphael Gatt

In certain Maltese villages, only chain pharmacies operate, which may limit the local elderly population’s access to product choice and undermines their...

In certain Maltese villages, only chain pharmacies operate,...

Alex Borg has a plan but must be allowed to implement it

What he definitely needs is the time and space to put in motion his plans. The...

What he definitely needs is the time and space to put in...

Growth, stability and the questions that follow
JP Fabri

While Malta’s public finances remain in relatively good health, they...

While Malta’s public finances remain in relatively...

This was not just about some gravel
Josanne Cassar

The crux of the matter is the role of politically appointed officials and their relationship with the public, especially when the latter “dare” to...

The crux of the matter is the role of politically appointed...

What next?
Saviour Balzan

The PN has been unable to reinvent itself since 2008 and more so elect leaders who take the party to new levels and pastures.

The PN has been unable to reinvent itself since 2008 and...

Ta’ Qali: A storm in a dust bowl and arrogance

Many people have become wary of public institutions, more so when those leading...

Many people have become wary of public institutions, more...

There is no democracy without media freedom | Pia Zammit

Media freedom is not about protecting journalists for their own sake....

Media freedom is not about protecting journalists for their...

Misappropriation is a crime that affects trust
Malcolm Mifsud

In a judgment delivered by Magistrate Simone Grech in Police vs Terence...

In a judgment delivered by Magistrate Simone Grech in...

Tough but necessary | Chris Bonett

These are tough measures, but necessary. These changes send a clear message. Reckless behaviour is not acceptable.

These are tough measures, but necessary. These changes send...

Bernard Grech: A post mortem | Frank Camilleri

Bernard Grech was right to call it quits thus saving the party a potential...

Bernard Grech was right to call it quits thus saving the...