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The ongoing murder trial of businessman Yorgen Fenech continues to dominate headlines, with self-confessed middleman Melvin Theuma resuming his testimony for the 34th day. Theuma provided new details, including Yorgen Fenech's alleged statement, 'God forbid he's removed from the case,' and reiterated his claim that Fenech was the sole mastermind behind the assassination of Daphne Caruana Galizia. Further revelations include a video reportedly showing Fenech and former Chief of Staff Keith Schembri 'fooling around' in a Rolls-Royce. Adding a new dimension to the political landscape surrounding the Caruana Galizia case, investigative journalist Peppi Azzopardi alleged that a high-ranking official from the Labour Party was one of Daphne Caruana Galizia's confidential sources. Meanwhile, the Environment & Resources Authority (ERA) has mandated that developers of a controversial Comino hotel must plant 540 new indigenous trees as part of the project, marking a significant environmental development. Other domestic news includes parents seeking answers for their 15-year-old son, who has been in isolation for 70 days and is allegedly being treated like a terrorist. The General Workers' Union (GWU) has threatened industrial action against Malta MedAir over withheld employment documents, and the government has implemented new measures to protect horses during a red alert heat warning.

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The Yorgen Fenech murder trial entered its 34th day with middleman Melvin Theuma continuing his testimony, revealing Fenech's alleged fears about being removed from the case and reiterating his claim that Fenech was the sole mastermind. Further developments include the emergence of a video reportedly showing Yorgen Fenech and former Chief of Staff Keith Schembri "fooling around," and investigative journalist Peppi Azzopardi alleging that a high-ranking Labour Party official was among Daphne…

Times of Malta: Live: 'Yorgen told me: God forbid he's removed from the case': Theuma testifies

Murder middleman resumes testimony as the Daphne Caruana Galizia murder case enters its 34th day, with new details emerging about Yorgen Fenech's alleged statements.

Lovin Malta: Peppi Azzopardi Claims Top PL Official Was One Of Daphne Caruana Galizia's…

Investigative journalist Peppi Azzopardi alleges that a high-ranking official from the Labour Party was among Daphne Caruana Galizia's confidential sources.

Malta Today: LIVE | Yorgen Fenech trial: Melvin Theuma continues his testimony, marking the…

Star witness Melvin Theuma resumes his testimony in the ongoing trial of businessman Yorgen Fenech, marking the 34th day of proceedings.

The Malta Independent: LIVE: Theuma testifies again as Fenech trial enters day 34

The trial by jury of businessman Yorgen Fenech continues, with middleman Melvin Theuma returning to the witness stand for the second day.

Times of Malta: Watch: The Rolls-Royce video showing Fenech and Valletta fooling around

A video reportedly shows Yorgen Fenech and Keith Schembri in a Rolls-Royce, appearing to be joking around.

Malta Today: ‘There was only one mastermind’: Melvin Theuma insists Yorgen Fenech alone…

During his testimony, Melvin Theuma reiterated his claim that Yorgen Fenech was the sole mastermind behind the assassination.

Times of Malta: Times Talk: Unpacking week 6 of the Yorgen Fenech trial

A discussion analyzing the key developments and testimonies from the sixth week of the Yorgen Fenech trial.

Malta Today: Melvin Theuma: The middleman who linked assassins to mastermind in Daphne hit

This article provides background on Melvin Theuma, identified as the middleman connecting the assassins to the mastermind in the Daphne Caruana Galizia assassination.

The Environment & Resources Authority (ERA) has issued a mandate requiring developers of a contentious Comino hotel project to plant 540 new indigenous trees. This decision aims to mitigate the environmental impact of the development on the island.

The Malta Independent: Developer must plant 540 indigenous trees on Comino, ERA mandates

The Environment & Resources Authority (ERA) has mandated that developers of a controversial Comino hotel must plant 540 new indigenous trees as part of the project.

Various social and labour issues have surfaced, including parents seeking answers for their 15-year-old son's 70-day isolation, claiming he's treated like a terrorist. The General Workers' Union (GWU) has threatened industrial action against Malta MedAir over withheld employment documents. Additionally, footage has emerged of a priest advising sexual abuse victims to "forgive, but not report," and the government has introduced new protection measures for horses during a red alert heat warning.

Times of Malta: 'Treated like a terrorist': Parents of isolated 15-year-old want answers

The parents of a 15-year-old who has been in isolation for 70 days are seeking explanations, claiming their son is being treated unfairly.

Times of Malta: GWU warns Malta MedAir of industrial action over withheld employment documents

The General Workers' Union (GWU) has threatened industrial action against Malta MedAir concerning issues with employment documents.

Times of Malta: Watch: Priest told us ‘Forgive, but don’t report sexual abuse’

Footage emerges of a priest advising victims to 'forgive' rather than report instances of sexual abuse.

Lovin Malta: Government Introduces New Protection For Horses During Red Alert Heat Warning

In response to a red alert heat warning, the Maltese government has implemented new measures to protect horses from extreme temperatures.

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