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EU hits back at US tariffs, targeting key Republican states’ exports

March 12, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

The EU’s countermeasures come just hours after the United States raised tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports to 25%

Malta International Airport welcomes over 560,500 passengers in February 2025

March 11, 2025
by Lyndsey Grima

This marks an 18.2% growth when compared to the same month in 2024

Malta introduces ‘Żomm Tarmix’ initiative to reduce food waste and support social welfare

March 10, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

Participating businesses will be eligible for tax incentives

Malta International Airport reveals spring and summer 2025 flight schedule

March 10, 2025
by BN Writer

Finland, Israel, Libya and Qatar have been added as new destinations to the summer roster

‘Fireworks factory for sale’ in Siġġiewi raises eyebrows

March 10, 2025
by BN Writer

This advert raised questions about whether it is indeed possible to acquire a fire factory, through a simple transaction

Malta’s labour market transformation: Rapid growth and policy shifts drive employment surge

March 10, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

A newly published discussion paper by the Central Bank of Malta examines the forces shaping the country’s evolving workforce

How much less do women earn than men in Malta? 

March 10, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

"In the EU women need to work 1.5 extra months to make up the difference,” the European Commission said.

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AI spending takes centre stage

February 13, 2025
by Jonathan Falzon

Despite the emergence of a potential lower cost Chinese alternative, all major tech firms remained steadfast in increasing AI spending

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ECB committed to monetary policy easing

February 6, 2025
by Jonathan Falzon

The Federal Reserve ‘preserved its credibility’ by shrugging off pressure from US President Donald Trump, argues Jonathan Falzon

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Experts urge schools to treat financial literacy as a core life skill

March 7, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

Experts are calling for financial literacy to become a core part of the national curriculum

EU launches ‘Union of Skills’ to tackle growing skills gap and boost competitiveness

March 7, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

The initiative aims to enhance human capital across the EU by supporting skills development and mobility

Private sector paternity leave uptake sees significant spike

March 7, 2025
by BN Writer

For businesses, these trends raise important questions about talent retention and work-life balance policies

Government moves to amend cyber laws to allow ethical hacking

March 7, 2025
by BN Writer

The case has highlighted the pressing need for Malta’s cyber laws to be updated

FIAU opens 2025 Risk Evaluation Questionnaire for gaming operators

March 6, 2025
by BN Writer

Operators must disclose critical data, including ownership structures, financial transactions, target markets, and comprehensive Business Risk Assessments

Women driving innovation: 9 finalists could win big in the 2025 European Prize for Women Innovators 

March 6, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

First launched in 2011, the European Prize for Women Innovators celebrates the women behind groundbreaking innovations

Ian Borg and MTA attend key meetings in world biggest trade fair in Berlin

March 6, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

Malta’s pavilion at ITB Berlin featured more than 30 industry stakeholders

Malta’s collective accommodation sector sees strong growth in 2024, with 4-star hotels leading the way

March 6, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

The bulk of guest activity was concentrated in Malta as opposed to Gozo and Comino

Euro surges to all time highs as the bloc plans to unlock billions in for ‘era of rearmament’

March 6, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

This comes just as Germany’s Chancellor-in-waiting announced a plan to unlock billions

Internet usage in Malta exceeds EU average, with e-commerce booming among younger age groups

March 6, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

Individuals aged between 16 and 44 made use of the internet in 2024

Malta International Airport opens new Schengen Arrivals Corridor as part of terminal expansion

March 5, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

The first phase of this multi-stage expansion plan is now nearing completion