These are the leading stories in today's local newspapers.
The Times of Malta leads with news that no meningitis B vaccines are available locally, with the shortage likely to persist for some time as the manufacturer fulfils other, prior orders first.
In a secondary story, Education Ministry officials reassure parents that there is nothing to worry about after a child returning home from school was found on the other side of the island, four hours later.
The Malta Independent reports that the search for a new special envoy to China to replace Sai Mizzi is in its final stages.
L-Orizzont leads with news that the man accused of a murder in Marsa two weeks ago testified that he shot his victim in self-defense out of fear for his family's safety.
In-Nazzjon leads with MEP Ana Gomes asking how Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister Konrad Mizzi has not yet resigned his post following the Panama Papers scandal.