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A new mystery has emerged as Maltese suspects and a Malta-linked speedboat crew are being questioned following the discovery of approximately €700,000 in cash dumped at sea off the coast of Sicily. This development comes as the high-profile Yorgen Fenech murder trial entered its 27th day, with former OPM chief of staff Keith Schembri concluding his extensive testimony and cross-examination. Schembri forcefully denied any connection to the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia, alleging that witnesses fabricated claims against him, and also recounted an incident where a bodyguard's gun discharged near the Prime Minister's wife during his testimony. In other domestic news, the Consumer Authority has initiated an investigation into DistributeX over potential legal breaches. Separately, a woman accused of scamming around 200 people out of €1 million has been granted bail. Social concerns are also in focus, with reports detailing the harsh realities faced by homeless individuals enduring Malta's extreme summer heat, as the country prepares for another week of scorching temperatures. Amidst these developments, a positive community initiative has seen a Maltese woman establish a new cancer support group. Furthermore, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Health Ian Borg has pledged increased investment in telemedicine services, which are currently handling 350 cases daily.

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The Yorgen Fenech murder trial has entered its 27th day, with former OPM chief of staff Keith Schembri concluding his extensive testimony and cross-examination. Schembri denied any involvement in the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia, alleging that witnesses fabricated claims against him, and stated he does not know if he lied to the police. During his testimony, he also revealed that a bodyguard's gun had discharged in the presence of the Prime Minister's wife.

Times of Malta: Live: Yorgen Fenech trial enters day 27

The trial of Yorgen Fenech, accused of complicity in the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, has entered its 27th day. Fenech is pleading not guilty.

The Malta Independent: Yorgen Fenech Trial Enters Day 27 with More Witnesses

The jury trial of Yorgen Fenech continues into its 27th day, with former OPM chief of staff Keith Schembri concluding extensive testimony and cross-examination.

Malta Today: Yorgen Fenech jury trial enters day 27 as further witnesses expected

The jury trial of Yorgen Fenech continues into its 27th day, with new witnesses expected to testify as the prosecution presents its case.

Malta Today: Keith Schembri denies links to Caruana Galizia murder, claims witnesses…

Keith Schembri has testified, denying any connection to the Caruana Galizia murder, alleging fabricated claims by witnesses, and stating he doesn't know if he lied to the police.

The Malta Independent: Fenech Trial: Schembri Says Bodyguard's Gun Discharged Near PM's Wife

During testimony in the Yorgen Fenech trial, Keith Schembri stated that a bodyguard's gun discharged in the presence of the Prime Minister's wife, as defense arguments were set to begin.

Well-known Maltese suspects and a Malta-linked speedboat crew are currently being questioned in connection with a substantial sum of approximately €700,000 in cash that was found dumped at sea off the coast of Sicily.

Times of Malta: Maltese suspects linked to €700k dumped at sea

Well-known Maltese suspects are reportedly linked to a large sum of money, approximately €700,000, that was found dumped at sea off the coast of Sicily.

Malta Today: Malta-linked speedboat crew questioned after €700,000 cash thrown into sea off…

A crew on a speedboat linked to Malta is being questioned after €700,000 in cash was discarded into the sea near Sicily.

Malta is bracing for another week of intensely hot weather, with the meteorological office issuing warnings of sweltering temperatures. Amidst this, concerns are rising over the harsh realities faced by homeless individuals sleeping rough in the scorching summer heat.

Lovin Malta: Homelessness in the Heat: The Realities of Sleeping Rough in Malta's Scorching…

This story details the harsh realities faced by homeless individuals in Malta during extreme summer heat, highlighting the challenges of sleeping rough in scorching temperatures.

Lovin Malta: Malta Braces For Another Week Of Scorching Heat

Malta is anticipating another week of intensely hot weather, with the public advised to prepare for continued scorching temperatures.

Times of Malta: Met office warns of sweltering temperatures

The Malta Meteorological Office is warning of sweltering temperatures, urging people to brace for another hot week.

Malta's Consumer Authority has launched an investigation into DistributeX following a MaltaToday inquiry, looking into potential violations of the law by the company.

Malta Today: Consumer authority investigating DistributeX over potential legal breaches

Malta's Consumer Authority is looking into DistributeX for possible violations of the law, following an investigation by MaltaToday.

A mother in Malta is facing charges for allegedly sexually abusing her daughter and son in the presence of her other minor children.

Malta Today: Mother charged with sexual abuse of daughter and son in front of her minor kids

A mother faces charges for allegedly sexually abusing her daughter and son while her other minor children were present.

Tammy Caruana has been granted bail in connection with an alleged fraud scheme that reportedly scammed approximately 200 people out of €1 million.

Times of Malta: Woman granted bail after allegedly scamming €1m

A woman accused of scamming approximately 200 people out of €1 million has been granted bail.

Malta Today: Tammy Caruana granted bail over alleged €1 million fraud scheme

Tammy Caruana has been granted bail in connection with an alleged fraud scheme involving approximately €1 million.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Health Ian Borg has committed to further investment in Malta's telemedicine services, which are currently handling an average of 350 cases daily.

Lovin Malta: Watch: Ian Borg Pledges More Investment As Telemedicine Handles 350 Daily Cases

Minister Ian Borg has committed to further investment in telemedicine services, which are currently managing 350 daily cases.

A recent lottery draw in Malta resulted in a historic win, with over one million currency units awarded.

Lovin Malta: Over One Million Won in Historic Lottery Night

A significant lottery draw resulted in a historic win of over one million currency units.

St Thomas Hospital in Malta is supporting Doctors Without Borders by hosting their first fundraising campaign in the country, aiming to garner support for the organization's global medical aid efforts.

Lovin Malta: St Thomas Hospital Hosts Doctors Without Borders' First Malta Fundraising…

St Thomas Hospital is supporting Doctors Without Borders by hosting their inaugural fundraising campaign in Malta, aiming to gather support for the organization's global medical aid efforts.

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