Times of Malta

The Times of Malta is the leading media outlet in Malta. Established in 1935 by Lord and Lady Strickland along with their daughter Mabel, it holds the title of the oldest daily newspaper still operating in the country. Known for having the highest circulation, it is regarded as the go-to daily publication for the Maltese press. Both the newspaper and its widely-used website, timesofmalta.com, are considered the most influential media platforms in Malta. The organization is independent and owned by the Strickland Foundation. The widely-read Sunday edition places a strong focus on Malta's social and cultural scene. In terms of local traffic, Timesofmalta.com is the most visited website across Malta.

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Woman found dead in Rome identified as Anastasia Trofimova by Italian media

1 day ago | timesofmalta.com | Mark Laurence Zammit

The woman discovered dead in Rome's Villa Pamphili has been identified as Anastasia Trofimova, according to Italian media. Il Corriere della Sera reported on Thursday that Trofimova was identified after a woman in Russia came forward claiming to be her mother.
Suspected killer pitched film to Malta-based producers

3 days ago | timesofmalta.com | Mark Laurence Zammit

The American man suspected of killing his wife and baby contacted Malta-based film producers earlier this year to collaborate on a film which they were told he was directing. Francis Kaufmann, who went by the pseudonym Rexal Ford, told filmmakers in Malta that he was scouting locations on the island for his upcoming feature film Food Fight.
Police descend on Marsascala for clues on Rome murder suspect

4 days ago | timesofmalta.com | Mark Laurence Zammit

Police officers on Tuesday descended on a relatively quiet Marsascala street, where an American who is suspected of having killed his wife and baby lived for a few months. The officers, reportedly part of a joint Maltese and Italian investigative effort, were seen knocking on the door of the apartment Francis Kaufmann is believed to have occupied for some months between 2023 and 2024.
'I won't let people down'

4 days ago | timesofmalta.com | Mark Laurence Zammit

Alex Borg has said he feels “honoured” by a survey that placed him in pole position for the PN leadership, vowing to “contribute more and not let the people down” – while stopping short of saying he was running for the job. Fielding Times of Malta questions outside PN headquarters hours after the survey was published on Tuesday, the young Gozitan MP said this was a delicate time and any decision must be primarily in the interest of the people, and not simply his own .
Woman and baby murder suspect in Rome resided in Malta for a few months

5 days ago | timesofmalta.com | Mark Laurence Zammit

An American man who resided in Malta for a few months has been arrested in Greece in connection with the discovery of a woman and her infant daughter found dead in Rome's Villa Pamphili park earlier this month. Rexal Ford, a 46-year-old American citizen, was apprehended on the Greek island of Skiathos last week, following a European arrest warrant issued by Italian authorities.
Cannabis smell helpline receives 10 complaints in 10 days

5 days ago | timesofmalta.com | Matthew Bonanno

A helpline for people to report the cannabis smells in their homes caused by neighbours has received 10 complaints in the week and a half since it was launched. The figure was disclosed by executive chairperson of the Authority for the Responsible Use of Cannabis (ARUC) Joey Reno Vella during a news conference on Monday morning. The helpline is part of a series of amendments – unanimously passed in parliament in May – to laws related to the consumption and cultivation of cannabis.
Malta's building collapses and what happened next

5 days ago | timesofmalta.com | Matthew Bonanno

The dramatic collapse last week night of a block of flats in Paceville was the first serious incident of its kind since a collapse in 2022 resulted in the death of Jean Paul Sofia. Times of Malta looks back at the other high-profile collapses in recent years, and what changes to the regulation of the construction industry were promised, and fulfilled, in their aftermath. These incidents represent only the most high-profile examples of structural failures.
Robert Aquilina turns down Repubblika reinstatement ‘for greater good'

6 days ago | timesofmalta.com | Mark Laurence Zammit

Robert Aquilina has rejected an offer to return as Repubblika honorary president after allegations of domestic abuse against him were dropped. He said Sunday he felt he should take the decision in the greater interest of rule of law causes he and the NGO were fighting. In a letter addressed to Repubblika president Vicki Ann Cremona, Aquilina said he appreciated her offer to be reinstated in his previous role, but felt his decision should be in the greater interest of the NGO's causes.
'Don't think I'm enjoying what's happening in the PN'

6 days ago | timesofmalta.com | Mark Laurence Zammit

Robert Abela told supporters Sunday that he was not happy with the PN's woes, and that the opposition's "chaos" should not give Labour a false sense of security, but motivate it to work even harder. "Don't think I'm enjoying what is happening in the PN," he said during a PL political event in Vittoriosa. "Don't become euphoric, because nothing is guaranteed and everything can change in a second.
Bernard Grech mum on who he thinks should be next PN leader

6 days ago | timesofmalta.com | Matthew Bonanno

Outgoing Nationalist Party leader Bernard Grech said on Sunday that he had preferences as to who should be the next person at the helm of the party, but he did not disclose who they were. Speaking during an interview with NET TV, five days after announcing he would be stepping down as leader, Grech said there were several “valid” people who could take up the mantle. “Some of them are ready and for others, it might not be their moment yet.