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13/01/2026

Parents of children with autism have warmly welcomed the new doll, saying it helps their children feel seen and less alone.

Mattel has released its first autism-representative Barbie, complete with a fidget spinner, noise-cancelling headphones and AAC tablet, as part of its inclusive doll collection.

13/01/2026

Stephen Caruana faces charges over the murder of 28-year-old Neville Baldacchino.

Stephen Caruana is standing trial for the 2008 murder of Neville Baldacchino in Qormi, with prosecutors alleging a planned and deliberate killing.

13/01/2026

Efforts are being made to provide spaces for different communities to celebrate Mass and to ensure they feel genuinely welcomed, the Archbishop said.

Archbishop Charles Scicluna urged greater cultural integration, renewed pastoral planning and compassionate outreach during an interview on RTK103’s Għal Kulħadd.

13/01/2026

The family’s lawyers warned the company that they would be held personally responsible for every hour of delay and for any risk Sandro faces.

Sandro Grech’s life-saving journey to China was delayed after an air ambulance company demanded €80,000 more than agreed and attempted to impose disputed conditions, his wife revealed.

13/01/2026

Galea had faced several charges in connection with two separate thefts that allegedly took place in July 2021 in Birżebbuġa and Ħal Qormi.

Joseph Galea, 31, was sentenced to 30 months in prison after being found guilty of receiving stolen property and breaching bail conditions, while being acquitted of two alleged thefts due to lack of evidence.

13/01/2026

The court issued an immediate order prohibiting the publication of the accused’s name or any details that could lead to his identification.

A 37-year-old doctor pleaded not guilty to charges involving child sexual abuse material. The court ordered his identity to remain confidential and adjourned the case to next month.

13/01/2026

When testifying in court, the woman told the magistrate she wished for the case to be discontinued.

A domestic violence case against a 43-year-old man from Siġġiewi was withdrawn after his wife asked the court to drop all charges, despite being warned she would lose legal protection.

13/01/2026

A man was hospitalised on Tuesday evening after being hit by a car in Tarxien.

A 35-year-old man was taken to Mater Dei Hospital after being hit by a car in Tarxien, in an accident that also caused a chain collision involving several vehicles.

13/01/2026

Around 100 children in Malta currently live with partial or total visual impairment and are receiving tailored educational support within their respective schools

About 100 visually impaired students in Malta are supported through Braille, assistive technology and specialised teaching, with collaboration between FITA, educators and key foundations.

13/01/2026

Developers file fresh application after previous one was slated for refusal and withdrawn.

Developers Mizzi Estates have not abandoned plans to rebuild a planned hotel that had been quickly abandoned due to structural problems: the Festaval Hotel overlooking Għadira.

13/01/2026

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12/01/2026

Real Madrid sack manager Xabi Alonso after eight months in charge

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