# Your Guide to Malta’s Christmas Markets As the festive season approaches, Malta transforms into a wonderland of Christmas cheer, with twinkling lights, festive decorations, and the unmistakable aroma of mulled wine. One of the most beloved traditions during this time is the Christmas market. These markets are not just about shopping; they are a…
In a remarkable discovery that has sent ripples through the local community and historical circles, an ancient map of Malta and an equally rare plan of Jerusalem have been unearthed together in a hidden vault beneath the historic Mdina catacombs. This extraordinary find not only sheds new light on Malta’s rich historical tapestry but also…
### The Magical Illuminated Trail 2025: A Radiant Journey Through Malta’s Heritage As the days grow shorter and the nights longer, Malta prepares to transform into a wonderland of light and magic with the upcoming “Illuminated Trail 2025.” This enchanting event promises to be a celebration of Malta’s rich cultural heritage, bringing together locals and…
**Unlicensed Driver Fined €2,330 After Hitting Pedestrian: A Stark Reminder of Road Safety in Malta** Road safety is a perennial concern in Malta, a country where the close-knit community often finds itself at the intersection of modern life and traditional values. The recent incident involving an unlicensed driver fined €2,330 after hitting a pedestrian underscores…
— # Ebejer Bonnici Wins Prestigious Premju Galizia Emerging Practice Award Malta’s architectural scene has taken a significant leap forward with the recent announcement that Ebejer Bonnici Architects has won the highly coveted Premju Galizia Emerging Practice Award. This achievement not only highlights the exceptional talent within our local architectural community but also underscores Malta’s…
Knights, nurses, and now…netizens? The International Academy of St Lazarus—an 800-year-old order that once ran Malta’s leper hospital outside Mdina—has thrown open its velvet-lined doors to “corresponding members” for the first time in its long history, inviting islanders (and anyone with a Maltese connection) to join without buying a title, wearing a cape, or even…
**Islanders Pause as September’s Final Friday Unfolds: What Today’s Announcements Mean for Malta** Valletta’s bronze bells had barely finished chiming nine when Prime Minister Robert Abela stepped up to the Auberge de Castille microphone, flanked by a turquoise backdrop that echoed the September sea. The date—26 September 2025—will be bookmarked in local diaries as the…
Mdina’s Silent Cry By Luke Caruana, Hot Malta The sun is already low over Dingli when the last tourist bus coughs its way out of Mdina’s Greek Gate, leaving behind a hush that feels older than the limestone itself. Inside the narrow lanes, the only sound is the soft slap of a housekeeper’s sandals as…
A 17th-century palazzo that once hosted Grand Masters and Maltese nobility could become Mdina’s next five-star hideaway, according to plans filed with the Planning Authority last week. The proposal, submitted by a consortium led by boutique-hotel specialist Corinthia, seeks to convert Palazzo Costanzo on Villegaignon Street into a 30-suite “ultra-luxury” property with rooftop infinity pool,…
Midnight at Merkanti, and the queue outside Agenda bookshop snakes past the gelato stand and down the cobbled lane. It’s not a new iPhone dropping—it’s Dan Brown’s *Wild Symphony*, the thriller maestro’s first adult novel since 2017, and Valletta is treating it like a festa firework. By 00:01 the first 200 copies are gone, snapped…
