Bathing Water Watch: Environmental Health Directorate classifies 15 Malta and Gozo bathing sites as “poor” quality, including popular spots around Marsalforn/Żebbuġ and Malta’s Ġnejna Bay and Għajn Tuffieħa—yet no public “avoid swimming” warnings have been issued. New Route for Visitors: KM Malta Airlines launches a direct Malaga–Malta link, operating twice weekly (Wednesdays and Sundays), with Málaga welcoming its inaugural arrivals. Airport Disruption: Ryanair passengers on a Liverpool–Malta flight were met by police after “unruly” behaviour onboard, with reports of loud music and duty-free drinking. Travel Rules at Work: A viral report from Lisbon Airport highlights chaos linked to the EU Entry/Exit System, with travellers missing flights during biometric queues. Tech Meets Travel: Oura unveils Oura Ring 5, billed as the world’s smallest smart ring—aimed at travellers who want discreet health tracking. On Malta Screen: Filming for Prime Video thriller “The Assassin” continues in Malta, with season two production underway. Transport Pressure: A transport expert warns Malta can’t wait 15 years for congestion relief, pushing for faster interim measures. Sports & Tourism Tie-in: Malta’s Premier League players are being assessed for Ghana’s Black Queens camp, with coach Kim Björkegren arriving in Accra.