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The trial of businessman Yorgen Fenech, accused of complicity in the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia, has entered its 28th day. The defense has challenged police searches, and jurors are reviewing financial data, keeping the high-profile case in the spotlight.
In other domestic news, a €3 million restoration project has commenced at San Anton Gardens, aiming to revitalize the historic site. Meanwhile, a man who allegedly threatened politicians, including Prime Minister Robert Abela and former Prime Minister Joseph Muscat, over the rising cost of living has been granted bail.
Further local developments include a man sustaining serious burns in a barbecue accident in Mosta and nearly 200 panic alarms being distributed to high-risk domestic violence victims. On a positive note, judoka Esposito secured a bronze medal for Team Malta at the Commonwealth Games, and the government announced a significant reduction in utility charges for fishermen.
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The trial of businessman Yorgen Fenech, accused of complicity in the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, has entered its 28th day. Fenech has pleaded not guilty, and the ongoing jury hearings include expected witness testimonies, challenges by the defense regarding police searches, and a review of financial data by jurors.
Times of Malta:
Yorgen Fenech Trial Enters Day 28
The trial of Yorgen Fenech, accused of complicity in the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia, has entered its 28th day with Fenech pleading not guilty.
Malta Today:
LIVE | Yorgen Fenech Trial Enters 28th Day as Jury Hearing Continues
The Yorgen Fenech trial enters its 28th day with ongoing jury hearings and expected witness testimonies. The defense has challenged police searches, and jurors have reviewed financial data.
The Malta Independent:
Live - Yorgen Fenech Trial by Jury Continues
The trial by jury of Yorgen Fenech, which began on July 1, 2026, continues with its 28th sitting. More testimonies are expected as the prosecution builds its case.
Malta Today:
Yorgen Fenech Trial: Defence Challenges Police Searches
During the 27th day of the Yorgen Fenech trial, the defense questioned police searches while the jury examined financial charts.
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A man with eight children, who allegedly threatened to shoot politicians including Prime Minister Robert Abela and former Prime Minister Joseph Muscat due to the rising cost of living, has been granted bail.
Times of Malta:
Man Threatens Politicians Over Cost of Living
A man with eight children allegedly threatened to shoot politicians due to the rising cost of living.
Lovin Malta:
Man Granted Bail After Threatening Politicians
A man accused of threatening Prime Minister Robert Abela, Joseph Muscat, and Alex Borg has been granted bail.
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Nearly 200 panic alarms have been distributed to high-risk domestic violence victims as part of an initiative to enhance their safety and protection.
Times of Malta:
Panic Alarms Distributed to Domestic Violence Victims
Nearly 200 panic alarms have been distributed to high-risk domestic violence victims.
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Customers reporting power failures to Enemalta are reportedly being instructed to check their electricity meters, even in the dark, before a report can be registered, causing frustration. Separately, Enemalta reports that investments in its distribution network are leading to reduced downtime.
The Malta Independent:
During Blackouts, Customers Told to Check Meters - Even Down Stairs in the Dark
Customers reporting power failures to Enemalta are reportedly being instructed to check their electricity meters first, even in the dark, before a report can be registered, a requirement that is causing frustration.
Malta Today:
Reduced Downtime Shows Distribution Investment is Reaping Results: Enemalta
Enemalta reports that investments in its distribution network are leading to reduced downtime, as communicated to social partners.
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The government has announced a significant reduction in utility charges for fishermen, with cuts of up to 57%, aiming to support the local fishing industry.
Malta Today:
Government Cuts Utility Charges for Fishermen
The government has announced a reduction in utility charges for fishermen, with cuts of up to 57%.
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A defense witness in a butcher shop sexual assault case is reportedly being investigated for potential perjury, adding a new dimension to the legal proceedings.
Malta Today:
Defence Witness Investigated for Perjury in Sexual Assault Case
A defense witness in a butcher shop sexual assault case is reportedly being investigated for potential perjury.
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Tammy Caruana has been granted bail in connection with an alleged fraud scheme involving €1 million, a development in the ongoing legal case.
Malta Today:
Tammy Caruana Granted Bail Over Alleged Fraud Scheme
Tammy Caruana has been granted bail in connection with an alleged fraud scheme involving €1 million.
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'Well-known' Maltese individuals are reportedly involved in an incident where €700,000 in cash was dumped at sea off Sicily, prompting investigations into the illicit activity.
Times of Malta:
Maltese Suspects Linked to €700,000 Dumped at Sea
'Well-known' Maltese individuals are reportedly involved in an incident where €700,000 was dumped at sea off Sicily.
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