Public Safety · TVMnews
Woman killed in Mqabba; son arrested as inquiry opens
Mary Grace Cassar, 72, died and her husband was seriously injured on Thursday; police arrested their son after negotiations in Ħal Farruġ.
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Courts · The Malta Independent
Court begins hearing PN challenge over broadcasting balance
The constitutional case against PBS and the Broadcasting Authority has reached a hearing, with the opposition alleging persistent imbalance in public broadcasting.
Public Affairs · MaltaToday
New figures show tourism’s seasonal population impact
Statistics published on Thursday put Malta’s average effective population at 632,011 in 2025, with tourists lifting the August total to 671,576 people.
Transport · Times of Malta
Bonett proposes compulsory helmets for e-scooter riders
The mobility minister plans to take draft legislation to Cabinet next week, following a serious injury involving a teenage e-scooter rider in Żebbuġ.
Heritage · The Malta Independent
Emergency order protects St Julian’s townhouse and garden
A historic property in Triq Lapsi will receive Grade 2-equivalent protection for twelve months while authorities assess whether stronger long-term safeguards are warranted.