Planning Authority Pressure: Activists protested in Floriana demanding Johann Buttigieg’s removal from the PA, citing leaked chats with Yorgen Fenech and alleging the authority sides with developers over residents. Public Broadcasting Rules: Luke Dalli was axed as presenter of TVM’s Bla Rispetti after a PBS directive requiring full-time focus for public executives, with Paula Cauchi taking over. Budget Countdown: TMID argues Malta’s first Budget of the legislature must tackle the alarmingly low birth rate and improve work-life balance, not just bonuses. Justice for Daphne Caruana Galizia: Speaker Carmelo Abela reiterated calls for full justice for the journalist’s assassination, stressing protections for journalists to question and investigate without fear. EU Legal Action: The European Commission opened infringement proceedings against Malta and others over incomplete electricity, hydrogen and gas market rule transposition. Gozo Jobs Agenda: PN leader Alex Borg pushed for a more diversified Gozo economy with private-sector, well-paid jobs ahead of Budget 2027 consultations. Gozo Leadership: Juergen Attard appointed CEO of GRDA and Abigail Camilleri named its first chairperson. Gaming Authority Clash: MGA defended its framework amid claims of alleged €250m gambling tax evasion linked to Maltese firms, while a Berlin court case over a “Casino Secrets” leak reportedly limited further hacking.