### Youth Work is Not a Side Role: A Vital Cornerstone for Malta’s Future In Malta, the role of youth work is often misunderstood, relegated to a mere footnote in discussions surrounding education and community development. However, it is crucial to recognize that youth work is not a side role; it is a fundamental pillar…
# Announcements – December 11, 2025: A Day of Celebration and Reflection in Malta As the sun sets over the Maltese archipelago, casting a warm glow over the ancient stone streets of Valletta, the 11th of December marks a day of significant announcements that resonate deeply with the Maltese community. This date is not just…
### New National Strategy Aims to Boost Volunteering Across All Ages Malta has always been a community-driven nation, where the spirit of volunteerism has been deeply ingrained in its cultural fabric. From local festas to environmental clean-ups, the island has seen countless individuals dedicating their time and effort to make a difference. Now, the Maltese…
**Budget 2026: Free Gym Memberships Extended to Include 16-Year-Olds** Malta has always been known for its vibrant lifestyle and commitment to the well-being of its residents. With the recent announcement in Budget 2026, this commitment is set to reach new heights as free gym memberships are extended to include 16-year-olds. This initiative not only highlights…
**BOV Recognised for Inclusive Banking and Social Impact: A Proud Moment for Malta** Malta’s banking sector has long been a cornerstone of its economic stability and growth. Recently, Bank of Valletta (BOV) received international acclaim for its efforts in inclusive banking and social impact from the World Savings and Retail Banking Institute (WSBI) and the…
### Man Convicted of Ordering Employees to Assault Father-in-Law: A Glimpse into Maltese Justice and Community Values In a shocking turn of events that has sent ripples through the Maltese community, a man has been convicted of orchestrating an assault on his father-in-law, involving his own employees. This incident, which took place in one of…
**Maltese Woman Falls Victim to €53k Scam After Watching Deepfake Videos: A Cautionary Tale** In an era where technology advances at breakneck speed, the threat of digital deception looms large. A recent incident has sent shockwaves through the Maltese community, as a local woman was defrauded of her life savings—€53,000—after falling victim to a deepfake…
**Half-priced luxury? How Malta’s flash-sale culture is rewriting the island’s love affair with the high-end** Sliema’s once-quiet Bisazza Street has become a nightly catwalk of brown paper bags. Not the greasy sort from pastizzi, but the matte-laminated kind that used to be reserved for Paris or Milan. Walk past the new pop-up “premium outlet” that…
Affordable housing scheme ‘represents hope’ – YMCA ————————————————— By Luke Zahra | Hot Malta On the narrow, sun-baked streets of Marsa’s Dock One estate, where drying laundry flaps from every balcony and children chase footballs across cracked pavements, a modest block of flats is about to become the unlikely stage for Malta’s newest social experiment….
