**’End the stigma’: Valletta walk demands change in mental health attitudes** Valletta, the heart of Malta, was buzzing with a sense of solidarity and hope on Saturday as hundreds of people gathered for the “End the stigma” walk, a powerful event aimed at changing the narrative around mental health in the island nation. The walk,…
**Breaking the Stigma: Why Mental Health Check-ups Should Be Routine in Malta** In a society where the stigma surrounding mental health is still prevalent, Lydia Abela’s call for mental health check-ups to be as normal as visiting the GP resonates deeply. Abela, a mental health advocate and clinical psychologist, has been at the forefront of…
### “Boy Wore a Nappy to Stay Online”: Experts Reveal Social Media Dependency in Malta In an era where social media has become an integral part of daily life, the extent of its hold on individuals has reached alarming levels. A recent incident in Malta has sparked a heated debate on the impact of social…
### Festival on Mental Health and Wellbeing This Friday: A Celebration of Community and Consciousness This Friday, Malta will host its first-ever Festival on Mental Health and Wellbeing, a groundbreaking event that aims to break the stigma surrounding mental health and promote overall wellbeing. The festival, to be held at the historic Valletta Waterfront, is…
**Atlas Insurance Marks Mental Health Awareness Month with Community Initiatives** As October draws to a close, Malta has been actively participating in Mental Health Awareness Month, a global initiative aimed at raising awareness and reducing stigma around mental health issues. This year, Atlas Insurance has taken the lead in promoting mental well-being, spearheading various community-driven…
In a world where stories are the threads that weave the fabric of our collective experience, “Woman Unclouded” emerges as a powerful narrative that resonates deeply with the Maltese community. This initiative, which began as a personal journey, has evolved into a movement that highlights the importance of sharing our stories, especially those that often…
### Letters to the Editor: A Glimpse into Malta’s Community Concerns and Celebrations In the heart of Malta, where history and modernity intertwine, the letters to the editor section of our local newspapers remains a vibrant platform for citizens to voice their thoughts, concerns, and celebrations. October 8, 2025, was no different, as Maltese residents…
In a society where traditional gender roles are slowly evolving, a recent incident in Malta has sparked a heated debate on family dynamics and domestic responsibilities. A stay-at-home father, identified only as Joseph, has vehemently denied allegations that he threatened to kill his partner during a heated argument over finances. The case has not only…
The human connection in an AI-driven world: How Malta is keeping hearts wired while algorithms rise Valletta’s Republic Street at 7:30 a.m. still smells of kafe u ħobż biż-żejt, but if you glance at the outdoor tables, you’ll spot as many phone screens as faces. A new generation of Maltese baristas are pulling shots while…
“Let’s get an A” – the three-word rallying cry that started on a University of Malta WhatsApp group last winter – has mushroomed into a national mood. Walk down Republic Street on a Saturday night and you’ll spot the slogan on crop-tops, bumper stickers, even the chalkboards outside pastizzerias (“Let’s get an A in ricotta!”)….
As the last festa fireworks fade over Floriana and the August sea begins to cool, Maltese parents swap bucket-and-spade emojis for pencil-and-ruler ones. But beneath the flurry of back-to-school WhatsApp groups—bus routes, book lists, “Ħu l-uniformi tal-Ġunior?”—lurks a quieter current: children’s anxiety. This year, with inflation nudging €7 for a ħobż biż-żejt and classrooms still…
Shirts off, curtain up: MADC goes ‘The Full Monty’ By Hot Malta staff Valletta’s historic Manoel Theatre is about to get a lot warmer. From 26 April to 5 May, the Malta Amateur Dramatic Club (MADC) is stripping away both textiles and taboos with its production of “The Full Monty”, the stage musical adapted from…
