Planning & Construction: The Planning Authority has sanctioned illegal padel courts on Manoel Island, fining the developer €25,000 while also approving 10 additional courts—closing a months-long Manoel Island dispute. Aviation & Jobs: Aer Lingus warns up to 500 jobs could go as it cuts routes and flights from September, citing first-quarter losses and higher costs. Enforcement in Hospitality: db Group’s newly opened St George’s Bay restaurants face an enforcement order after opening without required certifications and amid alleged permit-breaching site changes. Energy Infrastructure: Nexans has started underground drilling for the second interconnector’s land-to-sea link, a ~€300m strategic project aimed at strengthening Malta’s energy supply. Digital Identity & Finance Tech: Malta has opened a €15.66m tender for an EUDI Digital Identity Wallet and trust ecosystem, while Trust Stamp Malta joins the EU’s advanced semiconductor IPCEI AST programme. Heritage & Tourism: Europa Nostra backs preservation of the British Barracks at Fort Chambray, urging protection of a key Gozo military heritage site. Air Safety: Reports and analysis continue after a Ryanair-Air Malta window blowout incident, with investigators pointing to a rare chain of events. Industrial Output: Eurostat data show May industrial production fell in Malta (-3.7%) while Cyprus stayed steady. Energy Efficiency: Malta is listed among the lowest EU performers for home energy upgrades (7.8%), highlighting affordability gaps.