EU Court Conflicts: Investigate Europe reports over 40% of CJEU judges and advocates general declare private financial interests, including stakes in major energy, tech and aerospace firms—raising fresh questions on impartiality. Bosnia Diplomacy: US and Europe are set to clash again in Sarajevo over the next high representative for Bosnia, with the role’s political balance at stake. Energy Infrastructure: Nexans says it has finished manufacturing and factory testing of the Malta–Sicily IC2 subsea cable, moving the project toward load-out and installation to boost island interconnection capacity. Local Planning Pressure: More than 1,200 people object to Sliema’s proposed lido seabed reclamation, citing congestion and further commercialisation of the coastline. Film & Creative Economy: British director Stephen Poliakoff is adapting Peter Portelli’s Malta-set novel “The Order” into an eight-part political thriller, with production expected to start in 2027 with Malta Film Commission support. MiCA Shockwaves: Bybit will gradually limit some global platform services for EEA users as MiCA enforcement approaches July 1, while Malta is not included due to licensing coverage. Hospitality Jobs: Sheraton Athlone Hotel appoints Mark Glennon as general manager, promoting internal leadership within the Hodson Bay Group. Aviation & Travel: Delta launches its first nonstop New York–Malta route, adding another push for Malta’s tourism and connectivity.