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Natural disaster losses hit $72 billion in first half of 2022
Total economic losses caused by natural disasters hit an estimated $72 billion in the first half of 2022, fuelled by storms and floods, Swiss reinsurance giant Swiss Re estimated on Tuesday. Though...
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De Ketelaere undergoes Milan medical
Young Belgium striker Charles De Ketelaere was due to complete his transfer to Milan from Brugge on Tuesday, Italian media reported. The 21-year-old, who has eight Belgium caps, arrived in Milan on...
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What the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial teaches us about the power of PR
It’s not an understatement to say that the entertainment industry was taken by storm by the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard defamation lawsuit, which ended in the jury finding both parties liable for...
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Nighttime diversions on Mrieħel bypass to run for three consecutive days
Motorists travelling on the Mrieħel bypass at nighttime can expect major diversions in the coming days. Traffic heading in both directions will be impacted by the diversions, which will be in place...
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Steve Hackett on his musical journeys with Genesis and beyond
Steve Hackett has been almost 60 years in the scene, releasing six studio albums with one of the greatest bands of all time, as well as some 28 solo albums, besides featuring in a super-group and...
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Red Bull and Honda extend engine development deal
Austrian Formula One team Red Bull said on Tuesday it is extending its agreement with Honda for engine development until 2025. Honda officially left F1 at the end of last season but signed a deal...
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Doing accounts like never before. Ready for the wave?
It's a beautiful summer day, there's a lovely sea breeze, and as you look out of the office window, you gaze at the yachts in the marina. You can't help but picture yourself sitting comfortably on a...
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Biker injured in 5.30am Mosta accident rides on to Mġarr
A 43-year-old man was grievously injured on Tuesday following an accident with his motorbike. The police said the accident happened in Triq San Pawl Tal-Qlejja, Mosta at around 5.30am. They said they...
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Victim’s heart pierced in Marsa stabbing, court hears
The victim in a fatal stabbing incident in Marsa last month suffered four deep wounds, one of which punctured his rib cage and pierced his heart right through, a court heard on Tuesday. Details of the...
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Uber posts quarterly loss, but revenue exceeds expectations
Uber on Tuesday reported better-than-expected revenue in the second quarter, fueled by strong demand for the San Francisco-based company's ride-hailing and food delivery services. Revenue more than...
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Parental leave changes become law, as PN vows to propose improvements
Malta’s implementation of the European Union’s Work-Life Balance directive is full of significant defects with the government giving families the least possible rights while putting the financial...
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Low trading activity on the Stock Exchange
The MSE equity price index erased Monday's drop as it rebounded by 0.09% to 3,674.487 points. The gains in APS and BMIT marginally outweighed the decline in Santumas whilst MIA and PG closed the day...
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Bike-loving Mark Rutte rides to record term as Dutch PM
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte set a new record for time in the saddle on Tuesday, becoming the Netherlands' longest-serving leader with 4,311 days in power. Rutte, who is famed for riding his trusty...
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Jota extends Liverpool stay with ‘long-term deal’
Diogo Jota has signed a “new long-term deal” with Liverpool, the Premier League giants announced Tuesday. Neither the exact length of the contract, nor its worth, were not disclosed British media...
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Father and son paint colourful Mellieħa staircase mural
A staircase in Mellieħa has been transformed into a colourful mural depicting the village’s fishing history. The mural, between the Commando and The Villagers' restaurants, depicts the traditional...
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Controversial Mintoff biography makes National Book Prize shortlist
A controversial Dom Mintoff biography is among 43 books shortlisted for the 2022 National Book Prize, according to a notice in the Government Gazette. The Tail that Wagged the Dog: The Life and...
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Nancy Pelosi defies China threats and lands in Taiwan
United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi landed in Taiwan on Tuesday evening, defying a string of increasingly stark warnings and threats from China that have sent tensions between the world's two...
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Dental society voices concern over ‘Turkey’ complications
The Dental Association of Malta (DAM) said it is “concerned” about the increasing number of patients returning to the island with complications following cosmetic treatments in Turkey. On Sunday,...
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Portugal to host 2023 MotoGP season opener
The 2023 MotoGP season will open in Portugal rather than its usual starting point in Qatar, the International Motorcycling Federation (FIM) announced on Tuesday. Since 2007, the season has started...
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Manuel Delia claims his freedom of expression was breached by judgment
Blogger and civil society activist Manuel Delia is claiming that an appeal decision over a post he had written about Malta Today journalist Raphael Vassallo breached his right to freedom of expression...
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