Malta Election Buzz: Maltese voters went to the polls in a snap general election that could hand Labour a record fourth term, with Prime Minister Robert Abela banking on economic stability while rival Alex Borg attacks issues like health service strain and summer blackouts. Culture Spotlight: The Malta Biennale 2026 wrapped up at Fort St Elmo, with Heritage Malta framing the event as a fresh way to see Malta’s heritage through contemporary art. Heritage Win: Din l-Art Ħelwa picked up a major European Heritage Champions award for decades of restoration and advocacy, adding to Malta’s growing international cultural profile. STEM for Festa Season: The Malta Pyrotechnic Association launched STEM-based e-learning video lectures ahead of the festa season, aiming to boost safer, evidence-led know-how. Travel & Lifestyle: Netflix teased “Enola Holmes 3,” set to premiere July 1 and filmed in Malta; meanwhile, Europe’s new EES border system is now fully operational, and Spain travel rules for Brits stress having the right documents ready. Digital & Society: A report says platforms fail to remove 70% of reported hate speech, with Malta among the countries sending the most challenges per capita. Global Curiosity: Billionaire Peter Thiel reportedly moved his family to Argentina, while Schengen data shows Malta among destinations with high non-issuance rates for Indian applicants.