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Public Holidays in Malta 2027

Your Guide to Malta Public Holidays 2027 Malta has 14 paid public holidays every year, including five officially designated national holidays. Together they reflect key moments in Maltese history and the islands' religious traditions. This guide focuses on the 2027 calendar: every date with its weekday, the long weekends worth knowing about and what workers,[…]

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Written on 28 October 2026

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7 minutes to read
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Maltese Food: Traditional Dishes, Flavours and Recipes

🇲🇹 Maltese Cuisine: Traditional Dishes and Recipes Maltese food brings together crusty bread, savoury pastries, vegetable soups, seafood and slow-cooked family dishes. Shaped by the islands' location and changing history, Maltese cuisine mixes familiar Mediterranean ingredients with distinctive local traditions. Pastizzi, ftira and rabbit stew are among its best-known specialities, but everyday cooking is just[…]

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Written on 27 October 2026

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10 minutes to read
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Advice for Students

Higher Education in Malta: A Complete Guide

Universities in Malta: How the Higher Education System Works Malta has a small but well-structured higher education system that offers routes from vocational training all the way to doctoral research. Whether you are a Maltese student deciding where to go after secondary school, or someone considering Malta as a place to study, understanding how the[…]

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Written on 28 September 2026

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9 minutes to read
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Maths at Home: 6 Ways to Help Your Child

🌱 Mathematics at Home: 6 Ways to Make Learning Easier Parents can support maths at home without becoming their child’s maths teacher. Everyday conversations, games, cooking, shopping and simple problem-solving can make maths feel more familiar, while calm questions can help children explain what they understand and where they are getting stuck. The aim is[…]

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Written on 24 September 2026

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8 minutes to read
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Maltese Pianists: Notable Piano Players from Malta

Maltese Piano Players: Pianists Shaping Malta’s Music Scene Some notable Maltese pianists active across classical, contemporary and collaborative music include Joanne Camilleri, Charlene Farrugia, Gabi Sultana, Michael Laus and John Cutajar. Their careers show that Malta's piano scene extends well beyond traditional solo recitals, encompassing chamber music, orchestral performance, contemporary repertoire, conducting, accompaniment, recording and[…]

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Written on 27 August 2026

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9 minutes to read

Academia

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School Holidays in Malta 2026/27: Key Dates for Families

The School Calendar in 2027: Planning Around Every Break Knowing the school holidays in Malta makes it much easier to plan family travel, childcare and annual leave. This guide covers the full 2026/27 scholastic year, from the first week of term in September 2026 to the start of the summer holidays in 2027, including the[…]

28 October 2026∙7 minutes to read

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Public Holiday Pay in Malta: Your Rights Explained

Working on Public Holidays in Malta: Pay, Leave and Day Off Rules Public holiday pay in Malta is straightforward when the holiday falls on a normal working day and you do not work. Questions start when you are asked to work that day, or when the holiday lands on your day off. Malta has two[…]

28 October 2026∙7 minutes to read

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Religious Holidays in Malta: What Each Feast Means

Catholic Holidays in Malta: Faith, Feasts and Local Traditions Catholicism has shaped Malta's calendar for centuries, and seven of the country's public holidays are Catholic feast days. They mark key moments in the Christian story, from Christmas to Good Friday, alongside feasts with a special place in Maltese hearts, such as St Paul's Shipwreck and[…]

28 October 2026∙7 minutes to read

Saluting Battery cannons at the Upper Barrakka Gardens overlooking the Grand Harbour, Fort St Angelo and Senglea in Malta.

National Holidays in Malta: Dates and Traditions

Malta National Holidays: How Five Dates Shaped the Nation Malta has five officially designated national holidays, and each one marks a turning point in the country's journey from British colony to independent republic. They sit alongside Malta's religious feasts and general holidays in the wider calendar of public holidays in Malta, but they form a[…]

28 October 2026∙8 minutes to read

Arts and Hobbies

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A platter of bread, olives, olive oil and savoury dips on a wooden table.

Maltese Food: Traditional Dishes, Flavours and Recipes

🇲🇹 Maltese Cuisine: Traditional Dishes and Recipes Maltese food brings together crusty bread, savoury pastries, vegetable soups, seafood and slow-cooked family dishes. Shaped by the islands' location and changing history, Maltese cuisine mixes familiar Mediterranean ingredients with distinctive local traditions. Pastizzi, ftira and rabbit stew are among its best-known specialities, but everyday cooking is just[…]

27 October 2026∙10 minutes to read

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Benefits of Home Cooking: Flexibility and Everyday Meals

🏡 Home-Cooked Meals: Benefits for Everyday Life Home cooking gives you more say over what you eat, when you eat and how your meals are prepared. The benefits of home cooking go beyond nutrition: you can build a routine around your schedule, adapt familiar recipes to different tastes and find new uses for ingredients already[…]

27 October 2026∙8 minutes to read

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Cooking on a Budget: Affordable Meal Planning Tips

🍲 Budget Meals: How to Cook Well for Less in Malta Cooking on a budget is about getting good value from the food you buy, not choosing the cheapest ingredient every time. Plan a few realistic meals before shopping, compare prices per kilogram and per portion, and build budget meals around ingredients you can use[…]

27 October 2026∙6 minutes to read

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Health Benefits of Cooking: Balanced Meals at Home

🥗 Healthy Meals at Home: How Cooking Supports Better Eating The health benefits of cooking come from the choices it allows, not simply from making a meal yourself. Preparing healthy meals at home can help you understand ingredients, put together balanced dishes, choose suitable cooking methods and manage food safely. It can also make nutritious[…]

27 October 2026∙8 minutes to read

Computer Skills

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Quiz: Which Computer Programming Career Is Right For You?

Which Computer Programming Job Should You Choose? Computer programming careers offer a wide range of exciting paths. But with so many options – web developer, mobile developer, data scientist, AI specialist, or cybersecurity expert – it’s not always easy to know which route best suits you. To help you figure this out, we’ve created this[…]

29 April 2026∙4 minutes to read

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Pro Tips to Resolve Common AutoCAD Issues Easily

Resolving Common AutoCAD Issues: A Comprehensive Guide AutoCAD is a powerful CAD software tool. It's popular in design, engineering, and drafting industries and for good reason. However, when it encounters an issue or slows down, it can ruin your day. Here are some of the most common issues and the troubleshooting approaches to address them.[…]

17 March 2026∙7 minutes to read

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AutoCAD Commands Explained For Every Learner

Common AutoCAD Commands Every User Should Know AutoCAD is one of the most popular computer-aided design (CAD) software tools. It's popular in architecture, engineering, construction, and product design. To create accurate digital drawings, improve drafting efficiency, and develop professional technical design skills, you should master AutoCAD commands and shortcuts. Here's everything you need to know[…]

17 March 2026∙10 minutes to read

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AutoCAD Drawing: Basic Drawing Skills For Beginners

Mastering AutoCAD Drawings: A Comprehensive Guide Creating accurate AutoCAD drawings starts with understanding the software’s setup, core commands, and drafting workflow. Whether you’re producing 2D technical plans or moving into 3D models, mastering the fundamentals of AutoCAD will help you create precise, professional designs. This guide walks you through setting up your workspace, choosing the[…]

17 March 2026∙7 minutes to read

Health and Fitness

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Malta Premier League Overview: The Complete Guide

Malta Football League: Format, History and Teams The Malta Premier League is the top tier of Maltese football. The Maltese top-flight championship was first contested in 1909/10, giving domestic league football in Malta more than a century of history.³ Today, 12 clubs compete across a unique split-season format for the title, European qualification, and the right to avoid relegation. The[…]

27 August 2026∙8 minutes to read

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What Is the Bundesliga? Germany’s Top Football League

Bundesliga Explained: History, Format and Teams If you follow football, you have almost certainly heard of the Bundesliga. Germany's top professional football division has been running since 1963 and is home to some of Europe's most passionate fan cultures, most recognisable clubs, and most debated ownership rules. This guide covers everything you need to know,[…]

27 August 2026∙9 minutes to read

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What Is The Italian Serie A?

What is Serie A? An In-Depth Guide to Italy's Premier Football League The Italian Serie A is one of the world's oldest football leagues. While it initially existed as regional competitions starting in 1898, it took on its current form during the 1929-1930 season. In this article, we'll be looking at what Serie A is,[…]

27 August 2026∙12 minutes to read

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What Is La Liga? Spain’s Top Football League Explained

La Liga Explained: History, Format and Teams La Liga, commercially known as LaLiga EA Sports, is the top flight of Spanish football. Founded in 1929, it is one of the oldest and most watched domestic football leagues in the world. Home to Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atlético Madrid, the competition has shaped football history and[…]

27 August 2026∙9 minutes to read

Languages

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Prince George’s School: Which Schools Do Royal Children Attend?

Educating Royal Children: What School Do British Royals Go To? As all major British news outlets recently reported, Prince George began his secondary education at Eton College1. That illustrious all-boys' school has a long history of educating sons of royalty stretching back centuries. Before his Eton debut, Prince George attended Lambrook School in Berkshire, where[…]

30 October 2026∙7 minutes to read

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British Royal Titles Explained: King, Queen, Prince, Duke, and Others

British Royal Titles in Order of Rank, From King to Baron In 1958, Queen Elizabeth II created Prince Charles Prince of Wales. His formal investiture took place on 1 July 1969. The heir apparent carrying that title has been the royal convention since 13011. Now that Charles is the king, Prince William inherited several of[…]

30 October 2026∙8 minutes to read

The Prince and Princess of Wales

The British Line of Succession: The Royals in Line for the Throne

The Line of Succession to the British Throne: Who Is Next in Line? In the old days of monarchy, contenders for the throne eliminated their competition so they could claim the crown for themselves. Fortunately, today's laws of succession make it clear who's next to inherit the Crown, making elimination a thing of the past.[…]

30 October 2026∙7 minutes to read

King Charles III and Queen Camilla

The British Royal Family Tree: Understanding the House of Windsor

The House of Windsor Family Tree: Explaining the British Royal Family The House of Windsor has been ruling Britain since 1917; King Charles III is this house's fourth monarch. He is the firstborn child of Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, Prince Philip; by law, he succeeded his mother to the throne. This article introduces[…]

30 October 2026∙8 minutes to read

Music

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The Best Female Piano Players of All Time

Celebrating the Legacy of Famous Female Pianists Over the years, the piano has been one of the most taught and learned musical instruments by both genders. But it was not until the early 19th century that we saw the rise and acknowledgement of female pianists to perform on stage, in the public sphere. In this[…]

28 August 2026∙8 minutes to read

Who are the best pianists of all time?

Famous Pianists Who Shaped Music: From Mozart to Wang

Discover the Greatest Pianists of All Time, From Mozart to Wang Ask anyone who has learnt the piano about their favourite pianist, and you will probably get a myriad of answers. Some may mention a pianist-composer from a specific classical music period, while others may refer to a renowned concert pianist currently on an international[…]

27 August 2026∙9 minutes to read

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Maltese Pianists: Notable Piano Players from Malta

Maltese Piano Players: Pianists Shaping Malta’s Music Scene Some notable Maltese pianists active across classical, contemporary and collaborative music include Joanne Camilleri, Charlene Farrugia, Gabi Sultana, Michael Laus and John Cutajar. Their careers show that Malta's piano scene extends well beyond traditional solo recitals, encompassing chamber music, orchestral performance, contemporary repertoire, conducting, accompaniment, recording and[…]

27 August 2026∙9 minutes to read

Who are the most famous piano composers?

Who Are The Most Famous Piano Composers?

Notable Piano Composers: 15 Legends You Should Know The piano is one of the most popular instruments to learn how to play. When people think of composing music for the piano, they invariably think of classical or contemporary music. There are literally tonnes of talented composers who didn’t just influence their contemporaries but generations of[…]

27 August 2026∙9 minutes to read

Professional Development

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Types of Nurse Quiz: What Type of Nurse Should I Be?

Types of Nursing Quiz: Discover Your Specialisation Considering nursing as a career? Take the quiz to discover which specialisation best suits your strengths. Nursing offers a wide range of career paths, each requiring a different combination of practical ability, communication skills and emotional resilience. You might enjoy the pace of an emergency department, feel naturally[…]

19 August 2026∙4 minutes to read

Tutoring

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AI Literacy Quiz: How AI-Savvy Are You?

AI Literacy Test: Can You Spot an AI Hallucination? AI can help you brainstorm, revise, research and learn, but using it well means more than just knowing how to write a good prompt. So, how AI-literate are you? Can you spot an answer that needs checking? Do you know what information you should never share[…]

9 October 2026∙4 minutes to read

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Universities in Malta for International Students

Study in Malta for International Students: A Practical Guide Malta attracts students from across the world, and it is easy to see why. The island is English-speaking, centrally located in the Mediterranean, and home to a range of higher education institutions offering programmes at every level from diploma to doctorate. But choosing to study here[…]

28 September 2026∙8 minutes to read

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Cost of Studying in Malta: A Student Budget Guide

Student Accommodation in Malta and the Full Cost of Studying Studying in Malta comes with a financial picture that is more nuanced than a simple "affordable destination" label suggests. Tuition fees, accommodation, daily expenses and one-off setup costs all add up differently depending on where you study, what you study and where you are from.[…]

28 September 2026∙7 minutes to read

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MCAST Courses: Qualifications, Levels and Study Routes

MCAST Entry Requirements: Routes, Levels and How to Apply MCAST (Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology) is Malta's further and higher education college, covering everything from entry-level certificates to Master's degrees and a Doctoral Research programme. It runs across four campuses in Paola, Mosta, Qormi and Gozo, with specialist institutes covering engineering, ICT, creative[…]

28 September 2026∙6 minutes to read

Super Guides

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Virtual Piano: Play Piano Online for Free

Online Piano Keyboard: Practice Chords, Scales & Melodies for Free Our virtual piano lets you play piano directly in your browser — no installation, no sign-up, and compatible with any device. You can click the piano keys with your mouse or finger, or use your computer keyboard. The online piano responds instantly, supports multi-key input,[…]

1 August 2026∙5 minutes to read

2026 FIFA World Cup: Here’s Everything You Need to Know

2026 FIFA World Cup: No VAR Review Needed - Here Are All the Facts The FIFA World Cup is coming to North America this summer, and football fans in Malta will have plenty to follow. With 48 teams, 104 matches and games spread across the United States, Mexico and Canada, this will be the biggest[…]

29 April 2026∙19 minutes to read

Quiz

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World Geography Quiz: Test Your Geography Expertise

How Well Do You Know World Geography? The world is full of incredible geographical wonders, from the towering peaks of the Himalayas and vast expanses of the Sahara Desert, to the lush depths of the Amazon Rainforest. Our planet's diverse landscapes shape cultures, economies, and the way we live. Whether you're a seasoned traveller, are[…]

23 October 2026∙4 minutes to read

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Australian Slang Quiz: How Well Do You Speak Aussie?

How Aussie Are Ya? Take Our Fun Aussie Slang Quiz Australian English is full of colour, character and quirky expressions, and nowhere is that more obvious than in its slang. From “arvo” to “trackie dacks”, Australians have a knack for shortening, reshaping and inventing expressions of their own. But how much of the lingo do[…]

19 October 2026∙2 minutes to read

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Shakespeare Quiz: How Well Do You Know His Life and Works?

Shakespeare Quiz Questions: Test Your Knowledge of the Bard From his legendary plays and sonnets to the words he introduced into the English language, how much do you really know about Shakespeare, the Bard of Avon? Shakespeare's works have shaped literature, theatre, and even everyday speech. Take this quiz to see if you’re a Shakespeare[…]

13 October 2026∙4 minutes to read

A laptop displaying an AI chatbot interface on its screen in a dark room.

AI Literacy Quiz: How AI-Savvy Are You?

AI Literacy Test: Can You Spot an AI Hallucination? AI can help you brainstorm, revise, research and learn, but using it well means more than just knowing how to write a good prompt. So, how AI-literate are you? Can you spot an answer that needs checking? Do you know what information you should never share[…]

9 October 2026∙4 minutes to read

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