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A bear, a candle and a weather omen: The Gozitan legend of ‘Il-Gandlora’
 
Francesca Vella
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Before the ferries! Check out this old photo showing the Gozo Boats of the Grand Harbour
These boats ensured a steady supply of food for local markets!
Lyndsey Grima
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Culture
Maltese king! Local company shares nostalgic 1996 throwback photo of Carnival float
The Landa Carnival Crew were first entrusted with the king of carnival in 1996!
Lyndsey Grima
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Legend has it! Did you know about the tale tied to Tal-Belliegha Church in Lija?
The church is located not too far from the other historic church ‘Tas-Salvatur il-Qadim'.
Lyndsey Grima
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Culture
Remember vaccine day at school? This old Maltese photo brings it all back
Some memories (or traumas) never really leave you.
Francesca Vella
New & now
New & now
A glimpse into Malta’s history! Did you know that the Dejma Crosses date back to the 15th century?
These Dejma Crosses bear a tale that traces back to the 15th century!
Lyndsey Grima
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Culture
Remember Jerma? Take a look at photos of Marsaskala’s lost palace
The now-derelict building was featured in Apple TV’s sci-fi series Foundation in August 2021.
Francesca Vella
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A 1912 throwback! Check out this vintage photo of Queen Mary's visit to the Hal Saflieni Hypogeum
A historic glimpse into Malta’s past!
Lyndsey Grima
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Culture
A glimpse across the harbour! Check out this old photo of Sliema and Valletta 120 years ago
A moment in time when Malta was on the cusp of major transformation!
Lyndsey Grima
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Culture
Mask-making and costumes! Carnival comes to the Inquisitor’s Palace in Birgu
A colourful Carnival workshop in a historic setting awaits!
Francesca Vella
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Culture
Rare opportunity for history buffs! San Pawl Milqi site in Burmarrad to open for the feast of St Paul’s shipwreck
Want to infuse your public holiday with some culture?
Francesca Vella
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Culture
Have you ever heard of the Burning Chapel at St John’s Co-Cathedral in Valletta?
What an ethereal image!
Emma Galea
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Culture
Exploring the pages of history! 1932 photos show when the ‘Helena’ bell in Birkirkara was consecrated
Looking back at the Birkirkara of 94 years ago.
Emma Galea
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Culture
Before Harry: A look back at some of Malta's most memorable storms
From collapsed ceilings to flooded streets, Malta’s storm history is not for the faint-hearted.
Francesca Vella
New & now
New & now
Those summer nights! Remember the iconic lemon granita from Balluta’s kiosk in the ‘80s?
Missing summer yet?
Francesca Vella