Ink on the Wind: Malta’s Mailbag Speaks Up Imagine, if you will, the quaint, sun-drenched street of Triq San Pawl in Rabat. The scent of fresh bread wafts from the nearby bakery, and the hum of local chatter fills the air. Now, picture this: a stack of letters, each one a voice from our community,…
Malta’s Political Arena: Where Are the Women? Picture this: Malta’s Parliament, a grand neoclassical building in the heart of Valletta. It’s a scene of power and decision-making, yet it’s dominated by one colour – blue. Not the blue of the Mediterranean, but the blue of Malta’s political scene, which is overwhelmingly male. Why is this…
Fort Chambray: A New Dawn for Gozo’s Green Lung? Imagine this: the rustling of leaves, the chirping of birds, the scent of wild thyme and the whisper of the sea breeze. This isn’t a scene from a postcard, but a potential reality for Gozo’s Fort Chambray. The Malta-based environmental organisation, Momentum, has proposed transforming this…
Unveiling Żabbar’s Hidden Gem: A Day at the Żabbar Sanctuary Museum Open Day Ever wondered what lies behind the imposing stone walls of Żabbar’s historic sanctuary? On May 24, the Żabbar Sanctuary Museum throws open its doors, inviting you to step back in time and explore the rich history of this southern town. So, grab…
Local Boatmen Sound Alarm: Unregistered Group Calls Shots in Industry In the heart of Marsamxett Harbour, where the sun-kissed boats bob gently, a storm is brewing. The local boatmen, who’ve been navigating these waters for generations, are up in arms. Their gripe? An unregistered group has been acting as the sector’s regulator, dictating terms and…
Malta’s Big Step: Joining Putin War Crimes Tribunal – But Timing Matters Imagine standing on the steps of the Grandmaster’s Palace in Valletta, the Mediterranean sun beating down, and knowing that within these historic walls, a decision is being made that will echo globally. That’s the reality today as Malta is set to join the…
Uncharted Waters: Boatmen Challenge Unregistered Group’s Claim to Sector Regulation In the bustling Grand Harbour, where the Mediterranean sun glints off the water and the Three Cities’ historic buildings stand sentinel, a storm is brewing. The usually harmonious world of Maltese boatmen has been disrupted by an unregistered group claiming to act as the sector’s…
Grab Your Aprons, Malta! ‘Come Dine With Me’ is Back for Season Three Imagine this: the aroma of garlic and fresh herbs wafting through the air, the clatter of pots and pans in the kitchen, and the hum of excited chatter as you welcome strangers into your home. This isn’t a scene from a movie,…
Caravaggio’s Masterpiece in Valletta Wins Global Recognition Imagine standing in the heart of Valletta, Malta’s capital city, gazing up at the grand facade of St. John’s Co-Cathedral. Now, picture one of its hidden gems, the Caravaggio Wing, being hailed as the best museum project in the world. This is not a dream, but a reality…
Malta’s First-Time Buyers to Get €37M Boost: But What’s the Catch? Imagine you’re a young couple, dreaming of owning your first home in Malta. You’ve been saving, planning, and now, the Nationalist Party (PN) has a plan to make your dream a reality. But at what cost? Let’s look the details of PN’s €37 million…
In the heart of Valletta, at the quaint Spazju Kreattiv arts centre, a revolution in art is unfolding. A revolution that started over a century ago, in the studios of a Swedish medium, Hilma af Klint. Today, her groundbreaking abstract art is the star of a new ARTE documentary, and Malta’s art enthusiasts are taking…
First-Time Buyers’ Dream or Budget Nightmare? Picture this: You’re walking down Republic Street, Malta’s bustling heart, and you spot a ‘For Sale’ sign outside a charming, old apartment building. You’ve been dreaming of owning your own place, and this could be your chance. But can you really afford it? The Nationalist Party (PN) has a…
