Today's front pages - December 27, 2025

A look at what's making headlines in local newspapers this Saturday

These are the leading stories making headlines in local newspapers this Saturday.

Times of Malta leads with eCabs reporting a surge in pre-bookings this festive season. The newspaper also reports on a decision by the education ombudsman who found that MCAST had refused to extend a lecturer’s retirement age without justification.

The newspaper’s main photo shows President Myriam Spiteri Debono and presenter Peppi Azzopardi during the annual charity telethon L-istrina, held on Boxing Day.

The Malta Independent reports that a new government report finds that alcohol use in Malta remains stable while tobacco use is declining. The newspaper also highlights efforts by the disciplined forces to collect and distribute food to those in need. 

L-Orizzont leads with a message by Archbishop Charles Scicluna calling for people to care for each other and treat one another with kindness. It also notes that the General Workers Union was among entities offering donations to L-istrina.

In-Nazzjon dedicates its entire front page to L-istrina, noting that the event marked its 30th year.

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