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Balancing freedom and responsibility: Evolving Malta’s cannabis laws

The Malta Independent ·

Malta's 2021 cannabis reform marked a progressive shift in national drug policy. For the first time, the law recognised that responsible adult cannabis use should not be criminalised, while introducing a regulated model based on harm reduction....

Simple blood test could be used to diagnose coeliac disease in adults

Times of Malta · June 22, 2025

A simple blood test could be used to diagnose coeliac disease in adults, eliminating the need for more invasive procedures, a study has found. Coeliac disease is where a person’s immune response to gluten attacks the tissues in their digestive...

The digitalisation of public health sectors

Times of Malta · June 22, 2025

The digitalisation of public health sectors has become a central theme in discussions about how to modernise healthcare systems, improve efficiency and deliver better outcomes for populations. Around the world, governments and health authorities...

‘Namaste’ in Valletta's Upper Barrakka: International Yoga Day celebrated

Times of Malta · June 21, 2025

Eager yogis started their morning enjoying a peaceful and scenic yoga session at the Upper Barrakka Gardens to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the United Nations International Day of Yoga. The event was organised by the High Commission of India...

Replica of Valletta’s miraculous crucifix to be presented to Gozo hospital

Times of Malta · June 21, 2025

A small replica of the miraculous holy crucifix venerated at Ta’ Ġieżu church, Valletta, will be presented to Gozo General Hospital by Gozo Bishop Anton Teuma on Thursday, June 26. The holy image was presented to the Gozo diocese by Valletta’s Fr...

€5 million Gozo heritage restoration scheme to expand across Malta

Times of Malta · June 20, 2025

New government schemes to preserve historic buildings are set to be rolled out as a €5 million initiative for the restoration of old properties in Victoria will be extended to other villages in Gozo. Speaking at the Malta Architecture and Spatial...

Low vaccination rate in backyard flocks linked to rise in Newcastle disease

WATT Poultry - Illinois · June 20, 2025

Animal health experts suggest that a surge in cases of ND in parts of Europe this year may be linked to low take-up of vaccine in non-commercial flocks. This may have increased the infection pressure of the virus, according to the United Kingdom...

Win a luxury holiday in Malta in arts charity prize draw

Hampshire Chronicle ·

Play to the Crowd, which manages Theatre Royal Winchester, Hat Fair and Playmakers, announced the new summer draw. The prize includes a five-night stay for two at the AX Odycy Malta in Qawra, with return flights. The prize was donated by Kuoni,...

Roadside landscaping in Malta to avoid rush hour under new government agreement

The Malta Independent ·

A new agreement between Transport Malta and Ambjent Malta will see road beautification and landscaping works carried out during off-peak hours in a bid to reduce traffic disruption and improve road efficiency. The initiative was announced by...

Gladiator star’s tragic on-set death after wild drinking contest led to collapse

Daily Express · July 19, 2025

In 2000, Russell Crowe dominated cinemas worldwide with his unforgettable performance as the Roman general Maximus in the acclaimed blockbuster Gladiator. The historical epic drew in $465.5 million (£346,983,700) worldwide and won five Academy...

PICTURES: Caithness midwife, still working after 55 years, honoured to meet King at royal garden party

John O'Groat Journal & Caithness Courier · July 19, 2025

A Caithness midwife, still working at the age of 75, talked of her delight at being invited to the King’s garden party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh. Pam McBeath, who originally hails from Newmarket, has been a midwife for 55 years...

Promoting safety: Doctors urge caution around water

The Malta Independent ·

As summer brings increased recreational activity at beaches, pools, and around boats settings, the Malta Association of Public Health Medicine in conjunction with the Maltese Paediatric Association is urging the public to exercise extreme caution...

‘We are coming for you;’ Speakers threaten council with recall, legal action over shelter

Hi-Desert Star - California ·

YUCCA VALLEY — “Howdy” was the way most speakers at the Town Council meeting Tuesday started their comments. The name of the dog taken from the town of Yucca Valley Animal Shelter to the Joshua Tree No-Kill Shelter June 27 was on everyone’s lips....

[WHY] Popular pups: Why Koreans like certain tiny dog breeds

Korea JoungAng Daily · July 18, 2025

Published: 19 Jul. 2025, 07:00 Audio report: written by reporters, read by AI Seventeen member S.Coups holds his Coton de Tulear Gogooma in a YouTube video. [SCREEN CAPTURE] There are select dog breeds that are popular in the K-pop scene. Girls’...

Golden passports to be replaced with broader citizenship-by-merit

Times of Malta · July 16, 2025

Malta’s so-called golden passport scheme will be scrapped, while a citizenship-by-merit system will be expanded and strengthened, the government has announced. The proposed amendment to the Citizenship Act – Chapter 188 of the Laws of Malta –...

180 people sheltered by YMCA as demand for support surges

Times of Malta · July 17, 2025

YMCA Malta provided shelter to 180 individuals in the first half of 2025 and received nearly 300 cases of homelessness as demand for support services surged, the organisation said in its Mid-Year Impact Review. The report, titled “From Response to...

Don’t overestimate your swimming ability, doctors warn after spate of drownings

Times of Malta · July 17, 2025

As summer temperatures rise and more people head to beaches, pools, and out on boats, public health experts are warning of the very real risks of drowning, urging the public to take extra care near water. The Malta Association of Public Health...

CareMalta Group adopts ethical guidelines for elderly care

Times of Malta · July 17, 2025

CareMalta, which manages nine elderly care facilities and six homes operating in the disability and mental health sector through HILA, will adopt the new ethical guidelines for elderly care launched by the Church in Malta in April. The aim of...

Gaza Flotilla Ship “Handala” Sails to Challenge Israeli Genocide of Palestinians in Gaza

CovertAction Magazine · July 18, 2025

[Source: Photo by Flotilla Coalition] As the genocide of Palestinians continues with daily massacres of scores, sometimes hundreds, of starving people being targeted and killed by the Israeli military as they come to attempt to get food, another...

113 dogs rescued from horrific conditions in Joelton puppy mill

Lebanon Democrat - Tennessee · July 18, 2025

Animal Rescue Corps (ARC), a national nonprofit animal protection organization, rescued 113 small-breed dogs from deplorable conditions in a private residence in Joelton on July 9. The rescue, dubbed Operation Breaking Point, was conducted in...