Government Accountability: The Shift reports Malta’s newly set-up Malta Investment and Economic Advisory Agency COO Ray Pellicano has been overseeing Prime Minister Robert Abela’s private boutique hotel project in Gozo during hours meant for his taxpayer-funded role, raising questions about authorisation and possible private payments. EU Migration & Borders: The EU’s migration and asylum overhaul takes effect, with faster processing and tighter border procedures, while separate coverage warns the Entry/Exit System (EES) could mean up to six-hour queues for travellers this summer—an issue that also directly affects Malta’s travel links. Local Tourism Pressure: A site visit to Comino’s Blue Lagoon says visitor caps and wristbands have improved entry flow, but overcrowding and commercial kiosk activity still overwhelm the Natura 2000 protected area. Public Procurement Scrutiny: The Shift flags a Mediterrane Film Festival tender where a €3.4m bid is followed by a recommended €4.4m award, with unanswered questions over a €1m increase and transparency concerns. Sports Governance: EU Sports Commissioner Glenn Micallef, a Maltese official, shares World Cup tips and predictions, including a call that Spain or France could win.