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New Zealand awaits final count after closely fought election

Christopher Luxon’s coalition holds a narrow provisional majority, with hundreds of thousands of votes still to be counted.

Aramco building damaged in Riyadh attack claimed by Houthis

Saudi authorities reported minor damage and no casualties after an attack on an Aramco administrative building in Riyadh.

Bugeja scores twice as Inter beat Milan in women’s derby

Malta forward Haley Bugeja converted two penalties in Inter’s 3–0 derby victory, keeping her side close to Serie A leaders Roma.

Balzan end winless run with three-goal victory over Gżira

Goals from Nikola Ignjatovic, Nikola Djoric and Mohammed Yahaya gave Balzan a 3–0 win and ended a seven-match wait for victory.

Swieqi and Mġarr stay level at the top of women’s league

Swieqi edged Hibernians, Mġarr struck late against Valletta and Birkirkara scored five in the latest Assikura Women’s League matches.

Madliena keep winning as Borg double lifts Msida Saints

Madliena maintained their perfect start, while Andrea Borg scored twice in Msida Saints’ 4–2 victory over Gżira Exalt.

Ødegaard winner against Hull extends Arsenal’s advantage

Arsenal moved six points clear with a 1–0 victory over Hull, as Mikel Arteta praised Noni Madueke’s contribution.

Lancioni equaliser earns Żabbar a point against Birkirkara

Amarildo Jr put Birkirkara ahead before Francisco Lancioni struck after the interval in a 1–1 draw at the Victor Tedesco Stadium.

Argentina FA plans CAS appeal over World Cup sanctions

Argentina’s football association says it will seek a further review after FIFA upheld sanctions involving Leandro Paredes and reduced Nahuel Molina’s suspension.

Messi makes MLS history with second consecutive Golden Boot

Lionel Messi finished the regular season with 26 goals and 17 assists as Inter Miami secured second place in the Eastern Conference.

Junior College students’ academic achievements and contributions celebrated at annual awards ceremony

Junior College’s 2026 annual awards ceremony celebrated students’ academic achievements, talents and contributions, with Minister Byron Camilleri encouraging them to build on their successes.

25,000-square-metre site in Għaxaq regenerated and transformed into a picnic area

Project Green has transformed a 25,000-square-metre site in Għaxaq into a new picnic area following an investment of more than €1 million.

Real Madrid Cruise Past Valencia 3–0 at Mestalla as Mbappé Seals Victory

Federico Valverde, Arda Güler and Kylian Mbappé scored as Real Madrid beat Valencia 3–0 in Saturday’s La Liga clash, with Valencia captain José Gayà sent off late on.

Young people pitch innovative business ideas to address Gozo’s needs

Youth4Entrepreneurship Gozo 2026 finalists presented digital solutions tackling island connectivity, an ageing population and youth participation.

‘Day by Day’: A book offering hope, courage and a new beginning

Clifford Galea’s Ġurnata b’Ġurnata shares a message of hope and personal growth, encouraging empathy and support for people recovering from addiction.

Documentary exploring the impact of disinformation, prejudice and gender stereotypes has been launched

A documentary exploring the impact of disinformation, prejudice and gender stereotypes has been launched as an educational resource for schools, young people and civil society organisations, aiming to strengthen awareness of equality, respect and violence prevention

Discussion on Diabetes with MEP Peter Agius highlights the need for awareness-raising to reduce stigma and better care opportunities

Watch: Krakow shooting: Six killed in square, three relatives found dead as Poland mourns

Six people were killed and 16 injured in Krakow's market square. Three relatives of the suspect were found dead at his home, and Poland has declared two days of national mourning.

Malta beat Germany 37–29 in landmark 100th rugby international

Malta celebrated their 100th international with victory at the Tony Bezzina Stadium after holding off a second-half German comeback.

Hibernians beat Floriana with goals from Mickels and Sobcyzk

Hibernians beat Floriana 2–0, with goals from Mickels and Sobcyzk securing the victory.

Bomb alerts disrupt flights across Europe

Flights to Lisbon and Rome were affected on Friday, while French authorities reported four further alerts involving aircraft over their territory.

Trump names Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff

Miller will take over from Susie Wiles on Monday, days after Republicans lost control of both chambers of Congress in the US midterm elections.

Giant board game at Tignè Point teaches children money skills

JA Malta’s life-sized take on Snakes and Ladders helps seven- to 16-year-olds learn about saving, budgeting and responsible spending. The game is open to the public at Tignè Point until February 2027.

US chip stocks rebound after post-midterm sell-off

Nvidia and Micron helped lift the Nasdaq on Friday after concerns over AI spending and possible restrictions on data centres drove a sharp fall a day earlier.