Articles

Malta’s Flag in the Crossfire of the Strait of Hormuz

Malta’s flag is a reminder that a small island thousands of kilometres from the conflict can find itself in the eye of the storm.

The Empire’s Secret Weapon: Printing in Malta

The 19th century information war fought from Malta’s printing presses was the Empire’s secret weapon.

When the Maltese Fought the British

The close ties between Malta and Britain are often celebrated today, but history also records a moment when the Maltese played a pivotal role in a violent challenge to British power.

The Hidden Islands of Malta

How can an small island nation like Malta have hidden islands?

Malta’s Festa: Where Faith Meets Fireworks

On a warm summer evening in Malta, the air crackles with anticipation.This is the festa – Malta’s most vibrant expression of community and tradition.

Let’s Meet in Malta

‘I can see Russia from my house!’ But what does that have to do with Malta?

Why is Malta Sweltering?

Being in the middle of the Mediterranean, at the crossroads of cultures and trade, has always given Malta strategic importance. But it also places the islands at the meeting point of weather systems.

Is Valletta’s World Heritage Status Under Threat?

The UNESCO committee warned that the historic city remains at risk, stating that existing regulations “do not sufficiently safeguard” Valletta’s heritage value. Find out why.

Malta Rewrites Pre-History

A groundbreaking discovery has revealed that Malta’s human history is at least 1,000 years older than previously thought, it tells a big story about prehistoric life across the Mediterranean.

When North Korea Attacked Malta

A quirky story of when hackers backed by the North Korean government launched an attack on Malta. 

Malta – An Island of Spies

Malta, where Europe meets Africa, who knows how many spies are on the island right now?

Independence Day

While British cultural influence was sweeping the world in 1964, the Maltese wrested control of their country from the British.
The story of a hard fought path till Malta finally gained independence from Britain, on September 21, 1964.

Malta’s EU Membership Vote Makes it Easier to Visit

People visiting Malta to explore the amazing experiences that can be found on the island, should be appreciative of the decisions the Maltese people made enabling Malta to become an EU member twenty years ago in 2004. 

Music Will Fill the Island

Read about the musical talent across Malta that will be on display in small bars, amazing locations and at summer festivals.

Unveiling Malta’s Hidden Music Gems

I am sharing the musical talent in Malta I fell in love with, and that forms a backdrop when I am writing about Malta. 

Sinners, Saints and Scoundrels

Find out about some of the Sinners, Saints and Scoundrels who have used the island as a refuge from their demons, a life saver escaping catastrophe or a place for respite to hide from their pursuers.

An Australian Socundrel in Malta

Malta has been visited by sinners, saints and scoundrels. Some made the island their home, others simply visited. Meet an Australian scoundrel who fled to Malta in my novel.