Malta & EU Border Tech: Nine Schengen countries, including Malta, can pause the EES rollout for the rest of 2026 as facial and fingerprint checks still cause long queues and missed flights—meaning travellers may face different border procedures depending on where they enter. Church Finance & Local Controversy: Malta’s Archbishop’s Curia reported a €3.44m deficit for 2025, with spending and subsidies outpacing income, as questions linger over the controversial country residence near Buskett. Travel Rules for Brits: A new post-Brexit scheme will require UK travellers to get ETIAS digital authorisation for entry to around 30 European countries, with failure to hold it risking refusal at borders. Workforce Outsourcing Tender: WasteServ’s €125m workforce contract in Malta and Gozo is up for grabs, with four joint ventures bidding and technical scoring set to matter as much as price. Culture & Community: A new Lancaster Capital Day festival celebrates local history through music, food, tours and a costume parade. Sports & Malta Connections: Colombian striker Camilo Sánchez—who spent much of his career in Malta—makes his debut for Charleston Battery in the US. Lifestyle & Care: A pest management tour is scheduled across eastern Montana, including a stop in Malta, for applicators.