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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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Dramatic new details have emerged from the police interrogations of businessman Yorgen Fenech in the ongoing murder trial. Court proceedings revealed Fenech's claims that former Prime Minister Joseph Muscat had suspicions about Keith Schembri's involvement in the assassination of Daphne Caruana Galizia, and that Schembri allegedly financed the murder with €75,000. Fenech also admitted to transferring €400,000 to Melvin Theuma. The court has also taken steps to manage social media discussions and the use of jurors' tablets during the high-profile case.
The nation is mourning the loss of Ġorġ Mallia, a beloved cartoonist, author, and academic, who passed away at the age of 68. His contributions to education, illustration, publishing, and Maltese culture have been widely recognized.
In other news, police officer Johann Vella has been discharged from the hospital weeks after sustaining serious injuries in a shooting incident in St Julian's. Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism and Health Minister Ian Borg highlighted recent advancements in IVF treatment, including new PGT-M testing. The Nationalist Party is seeking answers regarding alleged political interference in waterpolo, and the Malta Tourism Authority is introducing a ranger service for the Ċirkewwa Marine Park.
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The Yorgen Fenech murder trial continues with dramatic revelations from police interrogations, including Fenech's claims that former Prime Minister Joseph Muscat suspected Keith Schembri's involvement in the murder and that Schembri allegedly paid €75,000 for the assassination. Fenech also admitted to transferring €400,000 to Melvin Theuma. The court has also implemented measures to control social media posts related to the case and addressed the use of jurors' tablets. Inspector Kurt Zahra, a…
Times of Malta:
Live: Yorgen Fenech trial continues as judge clamps down on social posts
Jurors were shown footage of Yorgen Fenech's interrogation as the trial continues, with the judge taking measures to control social media posts related to the case.
Malta Today:
LIVE | Inspector Resumes Testimony After Jury Hears Fenech Interrogation…
The recorded police interrogations in the Yorgen Fenech case have brought to light Fenech's allegations regarding Keith Schembri's involvement and former Prime Minister Joseph Muscat's knowledge, as an inspector resumes testimony before the jury.
The Malta Independent:
Live: Social Media Posts and Jurors' Tablets Dominate First Hour of Yorgen…
Inspector Kurt Zahra resumed his testimony in the Yorgen Fenech trial, with the first hour of the sitting focusing on social media posts and the use of jurors' tablets, following previous day's review of interrogation recordings.
Malta Today:
Yorgen Fenech Told Police Joseph Muscat Suspected Schembri's Murder Involvement
During police interrogations, Yorgen Fenech reportedly told investigators that Joseph Muscat suspected Keith Schembri's involvement in the murder.
Malta Today:
Schembri Paid Over €75,000 for Caruana Galizia Murder, Fenech Told Investigators
According to Yorgen Fenech's statements to investigators, Keith Schembri allegedly paid over €75,000 for the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia.
Lovin Malta:
Yorgen Fenech Admits Transferring €400,000
During a police interrogation, Yorgen Fenech confirmed that he transferred €400,000 to Melvin Theuma.
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Ġorġ Mallia, a highly respected cartoonist, children's author, and academic, has passed away at the age of 68. His death marks a significant loss for Malta's cultural, educational, and literary communities, where he leaves behind a substantial legacy.
The Malta Independent:
Cartoonist, Author, and Academic Gorg Mallia Dies Aged 68
Prominent cartoonist, children's author, and academic Ġorġ Mallia has passed away at the age of 68, leaving a significant legacy in education, illustration, publishing, and Maltese culture.
Times of Malta:
Academic, cartoonist and author Gorg Mallia dies aged 68
The academic, cartoonist, and author Ġorġ Mallia has passed away at the age of 68, leaving a void in Malta's social, personal, and literary circles.
Lovin Malta:
Beloved Author, Cartoonist Ġorġ Mallia Dies Aged 68
The Maltese literary and artistic community mourns the passing of Ġorġ Mallia, a celebrated author, cartoonist, and educator.
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The Nationalist Party is demanding a government explanation regarding serious allegations of political interference in waterpolo, following statements made by former national coach Milan Ćirović.
The Malta Independent:
PN Calls for Answers Over Allegations of Political Interference in Waterpolo
The Nationalist Party is demanding explanations from the government regarding serious accusations of political interference in waterpolo, as stated by former national coach Milan Ćirović.
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Gozo Channel experienced a significant increase in passenger traffic during the Santa Marija period, operating 814 ferry trips and transporting close to 150,000 individuals.
The Malta Independent:
Gozo Channel Carries Nearly 150,000 Passengers During Santa Marija Rush
Gozo Channel reported a substantial increase in passenger traffic during the Santa Marija period, operating 814 ferry trips and transporting close to 150,000 individuals.
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A man has received a 15-year prison sentence and a €15,000 fine after admitting to involvement in a high-level drug conspiracy.
Malta Today:
Man Gets 15-Year Sentence, €15,000 Fine for Drug Conspiracy
A man has received a 15-year prison sentence and a €15,000 fine after admitting to a high-level drug conspiracy.
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Health authorities are reassuring the public and tourists that there is no cause for alarm regarding concerns about a 'Malta flu.'
Times of Malta:
Malta flu? Tourists worried, but authorities say no cause for alarm
Tourists are expressing concern about a 'Malta flu,' but health authorities are assuring the public that there is no cause for alarm.
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism and Health Minister Ian Borg discussed the latest advancements in IVF treatment, specifically highlighting the introduction of PGT-M testing.
Lovin Malta:
Malta Highlights IVF Advances, Including New Testing
Ian Borg discussed the latest advancements in IVF treatment, emphasizing the introduction of PGT-M testing.
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