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Malta: Defense alleges murder motive in ongoing trial — FrontPages.eu, August 26, 2026

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The murder trial of Yorgen Fenech has advanced to a new phase as the defense presents its oral submissions, alleging that Keith Schembri's desire for revenge was the motive behind Daphne Caruana Galizia's assassination. Further allegations have surfaced, claiming that Fenech's defense team engaged an agent to photograph jurors at their hotel. Meanwhile, a new controversy has erupted with the organization Momentum accusing the government of withholding specific locality data regarding heat-related deaths during July's extreme heatwave. Additionally, tributes are being paid today on what would have been Daphne Caruana Galizia's 62nd birthday.

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The murder trial of Yorgen Fenech has entered a new phase with the defense presenting oral submissions, claiming that Keith Schembri's revenge was the motive for Daphne Caruana Galizia's murder. Allegations have also emerged that the defense team filmed jurors at their hotel. The prosecution continues to assert Fenech's direct involvement.

The Malta Independent: Yorgen Fenech trial enters next phase with defense submissions

The defense team for Yorgen Fenech is continuing its oral submissions to the jury as the trial enters a new phase, following the prosecution's conclusion of their cross-examination.

Malta Today: LIVE | Yorgen Fenech Trial: Defence Claims Keith Schembri's Revenge Motivated…

The defense in the Yorgen Fenech trial is presenting oral submissions, suggesting Keith Schembri's revenge as the motive for Daphne Caruana Galizia's murder, as the trial enters a new phase with further witness testimonies expected.

Malta Today: Yorgen Fenech Trial: Prosecution Accuses Defendant

During the Yorgen Fenech trial, the prosecution confronted the accused, stating, 'Your fingerprints are all over this murder.'

Malta Today: Yorgen Fenech Defence Team Filmed Jurors' Hotel, Victim's Son Claims

The victim's son has alleged that Yorgen Fenech's defense team employed an agent to take photographs inside the hotel where jurors were staying.

The organization Momentum has accused the government of refusing a Freedom of Information request to release locality-specific data on heat-related deaths that occurred during July's extreme heatwave.

The Malta Independent: Government withholding heat-related death data amid heatwave

The organization Momentum claims the government is withholding locality data on heat-related deaths that occurred during July's extreme heatwave, having rejected a Freedom of Information request.

Tributes are being paid to investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia on what would have been her 62nd birthday.

Lovin Malta: Daphne Caruana Galizia Remembered On What Would Have Been Her 62nd Birthday

A tribute to journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia is featured on what would have been her 62nd birthday, marking a significant figure in Maltese history.

Malta is experiencing persistently high electricity demand, with peak levels being sustained for longer daily periods due to shifting consumption habits.

The Malta Independent: Malta's electricity demand remains near peak levels

Enemalta reports that Malta's electricity demand has stayed consistently high over the past month, with peak levels being sustained for longer daily periods.

Lovin Malta: Malta's Electricity Demand High Amid Shifting Consumption Habits

Malta is experiencing sustained high electricity demand, nearing peak levels for extended periods due to changes in consumption patterns.

Local news includes a person being rescued from Għar Lapsi after suffering heatstroke, residents in St. Julian's complaining about a late-night pool party, and the Marsa Mayor raising concerns about a man refusing help, describing it as a community issue. The Nationalist Party also warned of a demographic crisis in Floriana.

Lovin Malta: Person Rescued from Għar Lapsi After Suffering Heatstroke

An individual was rescued from Għar Lapsi after experiencing heatstroke, highlighting the dangers of the current heatwave.

Lovin Malta: St. Julian's Residents Woken by Late-Night Pool Party

Residents in St. Julian's reported being woken up at 4 AM due to a late-night pool party, raising concerns about noise disturbances.

Lovin Malta: Marsa Mayor Raises Alarm Over Man Refusing Help

The Mayor of Marsa has expressed concern about a man who is refusing assistance, stating that his problem has become a community issue.

Malta Today: Floriana Faces Demographic Crisis as Population Drops

The Nationalist Party (PN) has warned that Floriana is experiencing a demographic crisis, with its population falling to just 1,700 residents.

The Malta police force is currently conducting an investigation into the operations of DistributeX.

Malta Today: Police Investigate DistributeX Operations

The Malta police force is currently conducting an investigation into the operations of DistributeX.

Lovin Malta is celebrating its 10th anniversary, reporting significant viewership and follower numbers. Separately, an exploration into the Maltese social media group 'Are We Dating The Same Guy' highlights discussions and user interactions within the platform.

Lovin Malta: Lovin Malta Celebrates 10 Years with High Viewership and Followers

Lovin Malta marks its 10th anniversary, announcing impressive figures of 208 million monthly views and 800,000 followers.

Malta Today: Inside Malta's 'Are We Dating The Same Guy' Social Media Group

An exploration into a Maltese social media group called 'Are We Dating The Same Guy,' examining discussions and user interactions within the platform.

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