Author: Hot Malta

A Shift in the Candidate scene Gone are the days when voters felt they had to sit back and accept whatever was presented to them during election campaigns. Now, candidates are stepping into the spotlight with questions of their own, hoping to connect with potential constituents in a more meaningful way. This remarkable shift is…

Spring Forward: Embrace Longer Days in Malta As the sun rises over the picturesque streets of Valletta, a familiar ritual is about to take place. This Sunday, as part of our seasonal transition, clocks will spring forward one hour, welcoming the longer days of spring. The time change is not just about adjusting your watch;…

A Historic Treasure in St Julian’s As you stroll along the quaint streets of St Julian’s, it’s easy to overlook some of the architectural gems nestled amidst modern developments. One such gem is a pre-1862 villa located on the bustling Triq Sant’ Andrija. Recently, this villa has been granted the highest level of protection by…

The Shifting Dynamics of Job Interviews in Malta Picture this: a sunny afternoon in Valletta, with the scent of pastizzi wafting through the air as candidates gather outside a quaint café for their interviews. But this isn’t just any hiring event; the tables have turned. Candidates are now armed with questions that challenge employers, flipping…

Spring Forward: Time to Adjust Your Clocks As the sun rises a little earlier each day, it’s that time of year again when we shift our clocks forward. This Sunday, March 26, 2023, at 2 AM, Malta will officially spring forward into Daylight Saving Time. For many, this means losing an hour of sleep but…

A Hidden Treasure in St Julian’s: The Villa with a Story Imagine walking through the bustling streets of St Julian’s, where modernity and tradition meet at every turn. Among the lively cafes and vibrant nightlife, there stands a villa that whispers tales of the past. This pre-1862 gem, known as Villa Bonici, has recently been…

A Glimpse into History: Bighi Hospital’s Smoking Shed Restoration In the quiet embrace of the picturesque Kalkara coastline, the Bighi Hospital, a historical landmark dating back to 1806, is undergoing an unexpected revival. Among its many storied structures, the once-neglected smoking shed, constructed in 1898, is now at the forefront of restoration efforts. This charming…

Springing Forward: What You Need to Know About Daylight Saving Time As the sun begins to rise a little earlier and the evenings stretch out, many of us are reminded that it’s time for that annual ritual: setting our clocks forward. This Sunday, March 26th, at 3 a.m., Malta will join many countries in moving…