### 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…
On a quiet evening in Valletta, a taxi driver’s polite request for a car to move out of his way turned into a harrowing experience. The driver, who remains unnamed for his safety, was knocked out in a brutal road rage attack that has left the local community in shock and raised concerns about rising…
**The Phoenicia Malta: A Beacon of Excellence Once Again Among the World’s Best Hotels** Nestled in the heart of Malta, the Phoenicia Malta has long been a symbol of luxury and tradition. This iconic hotel has once again secured its place among the world’s best, a testament to its enduring charm and commitment to excellence….
**President’s Charity Walk: A Step Towards Unity and Generosity** On November 30, the Maltese community will come together for a heartwarming and impactful event: the President’s Charity Walk. This annual tradition has become a symbol of solidarity, generosity, and community spirit, reflecting the deep-rooted values that define Maltese society. The President’s Charity Walk is more…
**Motorist Admits to Drink-Driving and Fleeing the Scene: A Sobering Moment for Malta** In a shocking turn of events that has left the Maltese community in a state of concern, a local motorist has admitted to drink-driving and subsequently fleeing the scene of an accident. This incident, which took place in one of Malta’s busy…
# Lands Authority Ordered to Carry Out New Fortina Waiver Valuation: A Deep Dive into Malta’s Cultural and Community Implications In a recent development that has sparked considerable interest and debate, the Lands Authority has been ordered to conduct a new valuation of the Fortina waiver. This move is not just another administrative task but…
**Akkwarellisti/Brushes to Hold Annual Exhibition in Valletta: A Celebration of Malta’s Artistic Spirit** Valletta, the heart of Malta’s cultural and historical heritage, is set to be adorned once again with the vibrant strokes of the Akkwarellisti/Brushes group as they prepare to hold their annual exhibition. This event is more than just an art showcase; it…
Feast, Fireworks & Future-Proofing: What September 29, 2025 Has in Store for Malta Valletta’s Grand Harbour woke up to a double bang this morning: the crackle of Petard Day fireworks heralding the city’s patron saint, and the quieter pop of a government press-release embargo lifting at 07:00 sharp. While devotees hurried to the 06:30 Mass…
# Burlò – September 29, 2025: Valletta’s Streets Turn to Honey-Gold as Malta’s Most Photogenic Harvest Festival Returns Valletta awoke to the smell of carob and anise drifting over the Grand Harbour before the cannon even fired. By 6 a.m., knife-sharp shadows still striped Republic Street, but the first burlò stalls were already glowing under…
**Valletta Road Reopens After Pedestrian Left Fighting for Life in Dawn Van Strike** A 42-year-old Birżebbuġa man is battling critical injuries at Mater Dei Hospital after being struck by a delivery van on the capital’s busiest artery during Tuesday’s pre-dawn rush, prompting fresh calls for “urgent” traffic-calming measures in a city where narrow Renaissance streets…
Francis Ebejer beyond his words A quiet afternoon in Ġnejna Bay, and the limestone cliffs seem to echo dialogue that was never spoken aloud. Tourists snap photos of the azure window that isn’t there anymore; locals shuffle out of the water arguing about parking tickets. Nobody mentions the playwright who once mapped this exact coastline…
Porcelain isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you picture Valletta on a humid Friday night, but step into Malta Society of Arts (MSA) this month and you’ll find Nico Conti turning the 17th-century Palazzo de la Salle into a hushed shrine of translucent plates, fractured teacups and Maltese lace shadows fired onto…
