Tracking culture for Malta — coverage from the newsroom in Valletta.
Transportation · CultureLuqa resident's viral tale of flying his 110cm Baby Jesus statue home on Ryanair seat 33D. The booking chaos that confused airport staff and charmed Malta.
Culture · TourismLegendary rock band Scorpions performs at Malta's MFCC on June 16. Tickets €75-€120. Discover why this concert matters for Malta's music scene.
Culture · TourismDiscover how Gaulitana turned Gozo into a world-class opera destination. EFFE-certified festival with free events. Il Trovatore headlines 2026 edition.
Culture · TourismRenowned Maltese artist Anthony Lucian Cauchi's romantic seascapes and ceramics fill Palazzo Ferreria, Valletta through March 2026. Don't miss this major exhibition.
Culture · PoliticsEvarist Bartolo's history book challenges Malta's official narratives with 80 fragments exploring ordinary lives. Discover history from below reshaping how residents understand national identity today.
Culture · National NewsMaltese Erasmus+ students share insights on Spanish language teaching, digital literacy methods, and project-based learning after Alicante exchange. Apply by Jan 30, 2026.
Culture · PoliticsMalta's rare Macaroni Premier factory demolished in March 2026 despite heritage protests. Grand Harbour regeneration plan launches amid fears more industrial sites will disappear.
Culture · National NewsThe Malta Opus—a luxury collector's edition capturing Malta's heritage—was presented to Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, marking the first Opus book dedicated to a country.
Culture · TourismMalta hosts its first international taxidermy competition with 80 European participants. Learn why this heritage craft struggles to attract youth despite ethical revival.