Planning & Heritage: Malta’s watchdogs have reversed course on a controversial Buskett plan to turn protected ruins into “farmer’s quarters”, sending the proposal back to the Planning Commission despite earlier objections over environmental and rural impacts. Culture & Community: SkolaSajf 2026 is underway across Malta and Gozo, with 12,634 students in 54 centres and a €7.4m investment to keep children engaged through the summer. Child Safety: A new helpline, “Stop it Now! Malta”, has launched to help prevent child sexual abuse and exploitation, offering guidance for adults with concerns. Education & Healthcare: 68 students graduated in medicine in Gozo with renewed focus on strengthening Gozo General Hospital as a training and care hub. Digital Malta: MDIA has issued a €15.6m tender for Malta’s European Digital Identity Wallet, aiming for secure online identity, age verification and e-signing across the EU. Lifestyle & Travel: Malta tops a Europe-wide ranking of islands for water sports interest, while Portugal’s Algarve is named a top-value family holiday spot for 2026. Weather Watch: Malta braces for a heatwave, with temperatures climbing to around 41°C and health authorities urging hydration and cooling-centre use. Human Rights: The ICC has confirmed war-crimes charges against a Libyan militia commander linked to Mitiga prison, including torture and rape, for trial.