**Festive Lights, Security Tight for Christmas in Damascus: A Glimmer of Hope Amidst Turmoil** As the festive season approaches, the streets of Damascus come alive with sparkling lights and colorful decorations, a striking contrast to the ongoing challenges faced by the Syrian capital. For many in Malta, the image of Christmas is often associated with…
### The Four Gifting Personalities: Which One Are You? As the holiday season approaches, the spirit of giving permeates the air across Malta’s vibrant communities. Gift-giving is not merely a tradition here; it’s a language of love, appreciation, and social bonding. But have you ever stopped to consider how your gifting style reflects your personality?…
**Villa Rundle in Festive Mood: A Community Celebration in Malta** As the holiday season approaches, Villa Rundle in Victoria, Gozo, transforms into a vibrant hub of festive cheer, drawing locals and visitors alike to partake in the celebrations. This historical villa, known for its stunning architecture and beautiful gardens, serves as a perfect backdrop for…
**Behind the Brightest Christmas Homes on the Maltese Islands** As the festive season approaches, the Maltese islands come alive with a dazzling display of lights and decorations that capture the spirit of Christmas. Each year, families and communities across Malta and Gozo transform their homes into radiant spectacles, attracting both locals and tourists alike. But…
**Volunteers Roll Up Their Sleeves in Mosta Clean-Up: A Testament to Community Spirit** On a sunny Saturday morning, a wave of enthusiasm swept through the streets of Mosta, as volunteers from all walks of life gathered to take part in a significant clean-up initiative. This event, organized by local community groups and supported by the…
### The Surprising Theology Inside Today’s Advent Calendars: A Maltese Perspective As December unfolds, the streets of Malta shimmer with festive lights, and the scent of traditional pastries fills the air. While most people are busy preparing for Christmas, a lesser-known tradition is gaining traction among Maltese families: the Advent calendar. Once a simple countdown…
**Christmas Celebration in Żurrieq in Aid of the Malta Trust Foundation: A Heartfelt Community Gathering** As the festive season envelops Malta in its warm embrace, the town of Żurrieq stands out with a spectacular Christmas celebration that goes beyond mere decorations and festivities. This year, the local community has come together to support the Malta…
Watch: Eyes down, spirits high as thousands flock to tombola night By our staff reporter Valletta’s Republic Street echoed with the percussive clatter of thousands of plastic counters on cardboard last Saturday night as Malta’s biggest street tombola drew an estimated 12,000 players—grandmothers clutching rosaries, teenagers Face-timing their numbers, and tourists who thought they’d wandered…
Wrong on Eurovision: When Malta’s Heartbeat Skips a Note By Hot Malta Staff Valletta’s Republic Street was still echoing with cheers at 02:47 last Sunday when the WhatsApp groups flipped from celebratory GIFs to a collective groan. “We were robbed” became the national mantra faster than you can say “douze points,” as Malta’s Eurovision entry—17-year-old…
**Malta is moving forward – with confidence and purpose** The sun rises over Valletta’s honey-coloured bastions, casting long shadows across a capital that has witnessed empires rise and fall. Yet this morning feels different. As construction cranes punctuate the skyline and electric buses glide silently through medieval streets, Malta stands at a pivotal moment –…
A brazen mid-morning hold-up in Victoria sent shockwaves through Gozo on Tuesday when a lone robber stormed a popular boutique on Republic Street, brandishing what turned out to be an imitation pistol and fleeing with a small haul of cash. Within forty minutes, the 27-year-old Żebbuġ resident was in handcuffs aboard the Gozo Channel ferry,…
