Design & Craft: designMT returns to Valletta for its third edition, now the most international yet, with exhibitions and talks across Auberge d’Aragon, Fortress Builders, Madonna tal-Pilar Chapel and the Valletta Design Cluster, blending heritage with new materials and experimental ideas. Education & Inclusion: Church schools welcomed 1,950 new students for 2026-2027, while separate reports flag ongoing pressure points in support services—teachers and student-support professionals say agreements and staffing remain unresolved as the year begins. Justice & Courts: Justice Minister Clifton Grima outlined reforms and specialisations in Malta’s judiciary, including new appointments and dedicated magistrates for areas like domestic violence and voluntary jurisdiction. Culture & Community: Malta’s European Week of Sport brought a packed “#BeActive Night” at Kirkop Sports Complex, with activities for all ages from judo and tennis to Hyrox and abseiling. Environment & Wildlife: BirdLife Malta reports a protected Eurasian Hobby shot with shotgun injuries on school grounds, renewing calls for stronger no-hunting buffer zones around schools. Local Planning: A PA case officer is recommending approval for Saqqajja Hill flats beneath Mdina’s bastions despite major visual impacts and pending requirements, following an earlier annulled hotel permit. Women’s Safety: The Malta Women’s Lobby is calling for urgent action after the second femicide prosecution in about six weeks, pointing to gaps in risk assessment and specialist services. Press Freedom: A commentary piece argues against proposals to license journalists, warning it could undermine media independence and accountability.