EU Politics & Migration: Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez faces fresh EU backlash after a surge of migrants in Ceuta, with reports of over 80 deaths and thousands of migrant children still left on the streets as Spain installs a sea barrier and EU leaders argue over the bloc’s response. Malta Governance & Justice: The European Commission’s Rule of Law report says Malta has made little progress on key reforms, with public trust in judicial independence dropping and corruption perceptions staying high. Local Culture & Community: The Malta International Food Festival returns to the Floriana Granaries for its 10th edition (5–9 August), promising 1,000+ dishes, 42 cuisines and a strong spotlight on Maltese producers. Faith & Fundraising: Missio Malta joins the same festival with Missio SummerFest, including a TV marathon and a message of how small acts of generosity can support families worldwide. Education & Values: Malta and Ghana launch “Project Ethics” to strengthen ethics education for children and young people through teacher training, digital tools and story-based resources. Diplomacy Update: Former Labour minister Manuel Mallia is set to be transferred from Madrid to Abu Dhabi in Malta’s latest diplomatic reshuffle. Sports Nostalgia: Malta hosts its 3rd Annual Vintage Baseball Exhibition at Lions Park, bringing 1860s-style rules and era-themed fun to the community. Business & Tech (Global, Malta-relevant): ELECTRA AI and TapFin expand battery intelligence for lenders and operators, reflecting the wider push toward smarter EV and sustainability data.