BN Talks

MHRA slams pilot union’s directives during Malta’s peak season

September 16, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

Malta's pilot union ALPA has instructed pilots not to review flight paperwork outside of work hours and not accept any ...

Budget 2026 to be presented on 27th October with pledge of stability and investment

September 14, 2025
by Robert Fenech

Robert Abela has promised 'the best Budget ever'

PN slams Government’s reform consultation as ‘purely cosmetic’ and ‘pre-decided’

September 12, 2025
by Adel Montanaro

Last weekend a four-week consultation period came to an end, gathering over 1,500 responses from the public and multiple organisations

Malta’s Pre-Budget 2026 highlights tax stability, energy price protection and investment in key sectors

September 12, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

The Consultation Document paints a picture of resilience and cautious optimism

Malta remains top youth hotspot as under-25s are the largest tourist group in July

September 12, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

Inbound tourism for July 2025 reached 405,263, with youths leading the way

The MSCC promises to secure Malta’s position in the semiconductor sector

September 12, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

The MSCC aims to prepare the workforce for the ever-growing global semi-conductor industry

Geologists propose relocating Malta International Airport to offshore artificial island

September 12, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

The plan is aimed at freeing up valuable land for agriculture and reforestation

Blogs
Edward Rizzo
Edward Rizzo

In need of equity

Clive Demicoli

The end of an era: What Valletta’s changing face means for its soul

August 26, 2025
by Clive Demicoli

The Wembley Store was a meeting point, a backdrop to history, and a piece of Valletta’s identity

JP Fabri

Europe is at a crossroads: Mario Draghi’s wake-up call can’t be ignored

August 25, 2025
by JP Fabri

Economist JP Fabri unpacks the former Italian PM's 'clear and uncomfortable' message

See more

Residential property sales surge to €300 million in August

September 12, 2025
by Adel Montanaro

The total value of deeds climbed even faster, up 11.6% compared to August 2024

Marsaskala still grappling with the long shadow of Jerma Palace Hotel’s closure

September 12, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

'When the Jerma closed, small hotels collapsed and restaurants were also badly impacted'

ECB keeps interest rates steady as inflation stabilises near 2% target

September 11, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

The Governing Council stressed it is 'not pre-committing to a particular rate path'

Investing in Gozo’s future: GRDA’s proposals for Budget 2026

September 11, 2025
by BN Writer

Measures include strengthening tourism sustainability, supporting small businesses, attracting talent, and positioning Gozo as a hub for innovation

Eddie Hall to host new strongman reality competition filmed in Malta

September 9, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

The series is benefiting from Malta’s film tax credit

Lachlan Murdoch secures control of family empire after $3.3 billion payout to siblings

September 9, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

He is now the unchallenged custodian of one of the world’s most influential media empires

Malta’s pavilion in Osaka shortlisted as finalist in three categories for World Expolympics

September 9, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

The pavilion was designed by award-winning Maltese architecture firm Edwin Mintoff Architects

EcoCook Malta launches sustainability certification for restaurants

September 9, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

EcoCook Malta represents a first-of-its-kind opportunity for restaurants to integrate greener protocols into their work

‘Our infrastructure ensures scalability’: How Andaria is redefining Malta’s business payment landscape

September 9, 2025
by Sarah Muscat Azzopardi

Ian Dingli, Chief Product & Revenue Officer, discusses how Andaria is supporting businesses, from iGaming giants to burgeoning SMEs

Ryanair expands Malta operations with new routes and office investment

September 5, 2025
by Adel Montanaro

The new connections will link Malta with airports in the UK, Sweden and Luxembourg among others

FELTOM secures EU funding for Aviation English project

September 5, 2025
by Adel Montanaro

This is the first time FELTOM has applied for and been awarded funding through the EU’s research and innovation programme