Malta Featured In Leading South Korean Travel Documentaries

Jun 26 2025

Malta was recently featured in an episode of World Theme Travel, one of South Korea’s most popular and long-running travel documentary series, produced by EBS, the country’s public educational broadcaster.

Airing since 2008, World Theme Travel stands out for its focus on immersive, backpack-style journeys.

The episode on Malta was filmed in April and covered Valletta, Gozo, and various other parts of the islands.

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The coverage was welcomed by the Malta Tourism Authority, seeing it as a valuable opportunity to increase Malta’s visibility in long-haul markets.

Rather than presenting destinations in a typical tourist format, the programme explores local cultures through authentic, everyday experiences.

It showcases both iconic landmarks and lesser-known areas, offering viewers a deeper understanding of each location.

Through a narrative led by a Korean traveller, the programme presented Malta’s rich history, cultural traditions, natural scenery, and modern lifestyle. It gave South Korean audiences a window into the country’s unique character and way of life.

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Love Island Malta’s Michela’s Family Wear ‘Faħli’ T-Shirts

Jun 26 2025

Taking to social media, Michela Mallia’s family, who currently run her account as she undergoes her Love Island Malta journey, donned ‘Faħli’ t-shirts.

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‘Faħli family’, wrote the account. ‘Always my number 1 supporters.’

This follows the airing of the episode wherein the family and friends of islanders visited the villa for a surprise.

The t-shirt also made an appearance on the episode, with Michela getting one for herself.

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HIV Cases In Malta Reach 754 In 2025

Jun 26 2025

In response to a parliamentary question by Hon. Ivan Bartolo, Minister for Health and Active Ageing Jo Etienne Abela confirmed a steady rise in the number of HIV cases in Malta from 2020 onwards.

According to the Minister, by the end of 2020, there were 457 recorded cases of HIV. This figure rose to 539 in 2021, 612 in 2022, and 650 in 2023. By the end of 2024, the number had increased to 696. As of this year, the total stands at 754 cases.

These figures are cumulative, meaning they include cases carried over from previous years. The Minister also clarified that the data includes foreign nationals who tested positive for HIV in Malta but may have subsequently left the country or not continued treatment locally.

HIV is a virus that weakens the immune system. It can be prevented through safe practices such as using condoms, avoiding the sharing of needles, and by taking preventative medication like PrEP.

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819 Skin Cancer Cases Recorded By Mid-2025

Jun 26 2025

In response to a parliamentary question, Minister for Health and Active Ageing, Jo Etienne Abela, confirmed that the number of people diagnosed with skin cancer in Malta has risen significantly in 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.

Minister revealed that between January 2025 and 15 June 2025, 819 cases of skin cancer were diagnosed, compared to 576 cases recorded during the same timeframe last year. He added that reports for both years are still being submitted and are currently undergoing verification and validation.

To reduce this risk, individuals are advised to use sunscreen with a high SPF and seek shade especially between 11 am and 4 pm when the sun’s rays are strongest, and wear protective clothing such as hats and sunglasses.

Taking these preventive measures seriously can help minimise the risk of skin cancer, particularly during Malta’s intense summer months.

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