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Local volunteers revitalise Wansboro Park with community garden
Published: Tue 8 Jul 2025, 10:32 AM Athlone’s cherished green spaces are getting a vibrant new addition this summer as the Wansboro Field (Jim’s Field) Community Garden project comes into full bloom. What began as a vision to transform a neglected...

Jersey Women determined to prove progress from the Guernsey Games
JERSEY FA Women’s squad and coach Chad Morris are ready for their Island Games challenge. As the 2025 Orkney Games draw near, Jersey Women’s head coach Morris is full of optimism, having prepared his squad thoroughly in the lead-up to the...

Russia-Linked Tankers Keep Exploding
An explosion on a tanker at a port in Russia is the latest unexplained incident to happen on a vessel linked to the country, which has raised speculation over sabotage. Russia's transportation ministry said Sunday it was investigating the blast on...

UK tourists in Spain with blue or burgundy passports warned over '10-year-rule'
Millions of Brits will be jetting off to Spain this year, with the promise of warm weather and sandy beaches. However, an expert is warning UK tourists not to make one passport error which could ruin your holiday. Kylie, known as...

Courage, unity, renewal
In the past days, much has been said and written about the Nationalist Party, its future and the sudden resignation of Bernard Grech as party leader. This is a moment that naturally invites reflection, debate and even speculation. But for me, as a...

World Architecture Festival Reveals the 2025 Shortlist
Populus by Studio Gang Denver, Colorado, United States. Image © Jason O’Rear Share Share Facebook Twitter Mail Pinterest Whatsapp Or https://www.archdaily.com/1031858/world-architecture-festival-reveals-the-2025-shortlist The World Architecture...

‘Demonte Colony 3’: Priya Bhavani Shankar Begins Shooting for Ajay Gnanamuthu’s Popular Horror Franchise; Shares First Look From Sets With Spooky Caption
Chennai, July 7: Actress Priya Bhavani Shankar, who plays the female lead in the third instalment of director Ajay Gnanamuthu's popular horror franchise ‘Demonte Colony’, has now begun shooting for the film. Taking to her social media timelines on...

Alex Borg: The 29-year-old vying to be prime minister
Alex Borg is running to become Nationalist Party leader, competing against Adrian Delia. Read a profile about his rival here. A 29-year-old lawyer from Gozo, former Mr World Malta, water polo player and gym-enthusiast-turned-politician, might just...

Kieler Woche Day 10
by Kieler Woche 29 Jun 08:29 PDT 21-29 June 2025 On the final sailing day of Kieler Woche 2025, there were beaming faces all around the Olympic Centre in Schilksee. Eleven decisions were made on Sunday, June 29, and alongside Germany, Denmark,...

Stephen Vaughan, controversial former Floriana FC investor, dies
English businessman Stephen Vaughan, former owner and president of Floriana FC, has died at the age of 62, his son announced on social media. Vaughan's death was announced by his son and business partner, Stephen Vaughan Jr, who described his...
‘It was just a joke,’ Owen Bonnici says on David Walliams quip about sleeping with Film Commissioner
Culture Minister Owen Bonnici said that a quip made by comedian David Walliams while he was presenting the Mediterrane Film Festival last week was “just a joke.” A clip was widely shared online of Walliams, who was presenting once again at the...

New Zealand v France live streams: How to watch Saturday’s first Test
Watch a New Zealand v France live stream as two of the most iconic sides in world rugby go head-to-head in Dunedin. – Date: Saturday 5 July 2025 – Kick-off time: 8:05am BST / 9.05am CET / 7.05pm NZST (local) – TV channels: Sky Sports/Now (UK),...

Gabby Windey Poses Topless While Fresh Out of the Shower
Gabby Windey keeps turning up the heat with her sexy snaps. Windey, 34, shared a number of hot pics via Instagram on Monday, July 7, including a topless photo. The former Bachelorette showed off her natural complexion while taking a selfie fresh...
PN will only take position on voluntary assisted euthanasia reform once it is tabled in Parliament
The Nationalist Party will only take a position on the government's proposal for a reform to introduce voluntary assisted euthanasia in Malta once the bill is tabled in Parliament, The Malta Independent has been told. The eight-week long public...

New sports visa introduced for third-country athletes undergoing trials with local sports clubs
A new visa category will be available for third-country athletes undergoing trials and local sports clubs, Home Affairs Minister Byron Camilleri announced on Monday. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Camilleri said this visa will present...

Best international architecture shortlisted for World Architecture Festival 2025
anchor Fenix by MAD Architects in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Image credit: Hufton+Crow The shortlist for the World Architecture Festival 2025 has been revealed, showcasing “this year’s best international architecture and interiors.” The list The...

Rooftop Series returns to Floriana’s Catholic Institute
The Rooftop Series is set to return this summer with an expanded programme of multidisciplinary performances atop the Catholic Institute in Floriana. Running from July 10 to September 10, the series has grown into a fully-fledged boutique summer...
Lobe Sciences Announces Validation of European Unitary Patent for DHA-Based Composition for Sickle Cell Disease
European Unitary Patent EP4117446 Validated - Lobe Sciences secures patent protection in 17 EU member states for its DHA and egg yolk-based composition designed to manage Sickle Cell Disease. Covers Altemia(R) Medical Food Formula - The patented...

‘What do we mean by quality tourists?’ – NSTS director
The managing director of the NSTS English Language Institute, Francis Stivala, has told this newsroom that it remains "a big mystery" what authorities mean by the term "quality tourists." "We've been talking about quality tourism and quality...

Celebrating a century in the luxury goods business
Edwards Lowell is celebrating 100 years of timeless luxury across three generations, marking the vision and dedication of the family business in the realm of quality watches and jewellery. From its beginnings in other ventures in Valletta to...