Tehran to Washington: A Flicker of Hope in Malta’s Mediterranean Backyard Malta’s warm, Mediterranean breeze carried whispers of change this week, as news of Iran’s diplomatic overture to the US reached our sunny shores. In the bustling streets of Valletta, where the Grandmaster’s Palace stands as a testament to our rich history, locals reacted with…
Pembroke Residents Up in Arms Over Political Parties’ Football Complex Deal Residents of Pembroke have been vocal about the proposed football complex. As you walk down Triq San Pawl in Pembroke, the usual hum of daily life is punctuated by a different kind of buzz. Residents are talking, and they’re not happy. The topic on…
Malta’s Deep-Sea Pioneer: Dr. Miriam Calleja Heads to the Abyss Imagine the Atlantic Ocean, vast and unyielding, its deepest point, the Milwaukee Deep, a chilling 8,605 metres from the surface. Now, picture a Maltese scientist, Dr. Miriam Calleja, leading an expedition to explore this remote part of the world. This is not a scene from…
In the heart of Valletta, a silent protest echoes louder than words Every Tuesday, you’ll find them. A small group of Maltese citizens, standing silently in front of the law courts in Valletta. They hold no placards, chant no slogans, yet their message is clear: democracy is more than an auction. This is the weekly…
Democracy’s Hidden Costs: Beyond the Ballot Box in Malta Imagine, if you will, the bustling Republic Street in Valletta on a sunny Sunday. The aroma of fresh pastizzi wafts through the air, children chase pigeons, and tourists snap photos of the Grandmaster’s Palace. Now, picture this: a silent auction taking place right here, determining the…
As the sun sets over the sprawling solar panels of Delimara Power Station, the Alternattiva Demokratika (AD) is calling for a significant shift in Malta’s energy scene. The green party has proposed a bold target: 50% renewable energy by 2030. Malta’s Energy Crossroads Malta, an archipelago nation of just over 400 square kilometers, finds itself…
Bridge of Contention: Msida Residents Challenge Pedestrian Bridge Plans Imagine, if you will, the bustling streets of Msida. The aroma of fresh bread from the bakery on Triq San Pawl, the chatter of students from the University of Malta, and the gentle lapping of water against the marina’s edge. Now, picture a towering bridge, its…
Temporary or Not? The Heavy Vehicles of Xewkija’s Park-and-Ride Saga Imagine this: you’re driving through the picturesque village of Xewkija, Malta’s third largest, and suddenly, you’re met with a sight that jars the quaint scene. Heavy vehicles, trucks, and buses, parked haphazardly where the park-and-ride should be. This isn’t a one-off scene; it’s been like…
In the Heart of Valletta: A New District Emerges Ever walked down Republic Street, Valletta’s bustling thoroughfare, and wondered what lies behind those grand doors and shuttered windows? Well, get ready to take notice, because a new district is emerging, and it’s not where you’d expect. Welcome to District 8, the latest addition to Malta’s…
Smoke Over Shijiazhuang: Malta’s Connection to China’s Deadly Mine Disaster As the sun rose over the industrial city of Shijiazhuang in China’s Hebei province, a thick plume of smoke billowed into the sky, carrying with it the devastating news of a coal mine blast that had just claimed at least 90 lives. The explosion, which…
Roberta Metsola Rallies Voters in Malta’s Crucial Election Roberta Metsola: A Voice for Malta’s Future In the heart of Valletta, Malta’s capital city, Roberta Metsola stood before a sea of eager faces, her voice echoing through the historic city square. “Today, we choose the direction of our country,” she declared, her words resonating with the…
Għajnsielem’s Red and White Spectacle: The Feast of St Anthony of Padua Every June, the quiet village of Għajnsielem in Gozo transforms into a vibrant sea of red and white. The reason? The annual Feast of St Anthony of Padua, a celebration that’s as much about faith as it is about community, tradition, and a…
