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Mental health: a silent national crisis
Times of Malta
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August 30, 2025
Suicide is not reported in the media so to protect vulnerable people from distress. But many can still read between the lines of news stories and guess what really happened. Recently, a support group posted about a missing person, saying they were...
Dental Healthcare Unattainable for Greeks: Eurostat
To Vima
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August 29, 2025
At least one in four Greeks is unable to afford dental healthcare, according to Eurostat data, a proportion much higher than the EU average. The figures revealed that in 2024, Greek citizens were significantly worse off than those of other EU...
Over 700 stray cats neutered in Malta and Gozo this year
Gozo News
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August 28, 2025
So far this year more than 700 cats have been neutered, meaning that the total since the start of the National Campaign has now exceeded 4,500 cats. Animal Rights Parliamentary Secretary Alicia Bugeja Said noted that “this is an important...
Driver in critical condition after Northway crash in Malta
WNYT - New York
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August 28, 2025
Driver in critical condition after Northway crash in MaltaA driver is in critical condition after investigators say they crashed into an unoccupied truck on the Northway in Malta. A driver is in critical condition after a crash on the Adirondack...
Malta Medical Association calls for public inquiry into IEU scandal
Times of Malta
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August 26, 2025
The Medical Association of Malta (MAM) has condemned the regulatory failures that allowed the Gżira-based private ‘university’ to operate and leave many foreign students out of pocket and in the dark about their future. Describing the situation as...
Rising economic and health costs force Ireland to create a new obesity strategy
EurActiv
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August 28, 2025
Ireland has launched a nationwide public consultation to inform its next National Obesity Strategy, as the government confronts mounting economic costs and persistent public health challenges linked to overweight and obesity. Announcing the...
Prime Minister visits young patient from Gaza receiving medical treatment in Malta
The Malta Independent
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Prime Minister Robert Abela on Thursday visited 15-year-old Ibrahim Mahir Wasfi Wishah, a youth from Gaza who is receiving medical treatment in Malta and making steady progress through therapy provided by professionals at St Luke’s Hospital. In a...
15 Things We've Tried, Loved, And Think You Will, Too
Buzzfeed
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September 1, 2025
"I recently did this pet DNA kit for my dog, Oatmeal, and was totally BLOWN AWAY by the results. Our vet and where we adopted her have always told us she was a maltipoo (half maltese and half poodle), so we have just assumed that is what she was...
Maltese researchers tackle the quantum threat to global cybersecurity
Times of Malta
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August 25, 2025
A new era of computing is fast approaching; one powered by quantum computers, which have been proven to solve complex mathematical problems in just a few hours that would take today’s most powerful supercomputers billions of years. This immense...
€1.7 million raised for ALS care in fundraising telethon
Times of Malta
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September 1, 2025
More than €1.7 million was raised in aid of charity ALS Malta in a 12-hour telethon this weekend. The money will go towards funding a new respite home managed by the charity and “helping more people and their loved ones in living a normal life...
Best Places to Buy a Vacation Home in 2025
Times of Dubai
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September 1, 2025
37Dubai, Sept 1, 2025- Buying Vacation Home is a popular option for those who want a return on investment. The best places to buy a holiday home in 2025 provide a great lifestyle, tax benefits, and strong market potential. With growing global...
China Cultural Centre in Malta to host evening of traditional Chinese medicine
Times of Malta
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August 27, 2025
The China Cultural Centre in Malta is hosting a lecture on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) on September 4 at 7pm. The lecture will be delivered by Yang Libai, director of the 20th China medical team to Malta and the Mediterranean Traditional...
Malta seeks to grow ties with Qatar, lauds Doha’s mediation prowess
The Peninsula
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August 24, 2025
Permanent Secretary of the Ministry for Foreign and European Affairs and Tourism of the Republic of Malta, H E Christopher Cutajar. Pics: Rajan Vadakkemuriyil/The Peninsula. Doha, Qatar: Terming Qatar’s diplomacy ‘quite extraordinary’, Permanent...
"The Legends Charity Game in Lisbon is a lifeline for communities facing unimaginable hardship"
Yogonet International
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September 1, 2025
As anticipation builds for the first-ever Legends Charity Game in Lisbon, SBC and Sport Global CEO and Founder Rasmus Sojmark sat down with gaming provider Amusnet to share the story behind the initiative. From his lifelong passion for football to...
IGM condemns killing of five Palestinian journalists in Israeli strike on Gaza hospital
Malta Today
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The Institute of Maltese Journalists (IGM) on Tuesday condemned the killing of five Palestinian journalists in Gaza in an Israeli military attack on a hospital. Journalists Hussam al-Masri (Reuters), Mohammad Salama (Al Jazeera), Mariam Abu Daqqa...
Malta gets one to two ALS cases per month, researcher says
The Malta Independent
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Project leader Professor Ruben J. Cauchi with ALS/MND Lab team members, including Sylvana Tabone, Paul Herrera and Rebecca Cacciottolo. Tabone is supported by a Tertiary Education Scholarship; Dr Cacciottolo is supported by Reach High II...
GCC Countries Demand Immediate Gaza Ceasefire, Underscore Two-State Solution
Asharq Al-Awsat
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The Ministerial Council of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) called on Monday for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza, stressing the need to protect civilians and ensure the unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid. Holding its 165th...
National Services Day 2025 to Celebrate Local Heroes at Drogheda Port
LMFM
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Pic: North East Region - National Services Day 2025 to Celebrate Local Heroes at Drogheda Port National Services Day is about more than displays or activities — it’s about respect and recognition The North East Region’s annual National Services...
How Malta Became Home to UK Online Casinos
Business Matters
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August 25, 2025
Malta has become a magnet for games not on GamStop UK. The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) is the primary regulatory body overseeing gaming activities in Malta. Since its establishment in 2004, the MGA has earned a...
Macquarie is tipping a 66% return for this healthcare stock
The Motley Fool Australia
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August 26, 2025
Image source: Getty Images This ASX biotech stock's sales are growing strongly, and they're just getting started. Macquarie analysts are tipping Polynovo Ltd (ASX: PNV) shares could breach the $2 mark – up from $1.25 now – within a year, following...