In a cynical industry, Rob Reiner’s films taught us the power of sincerity
His films demonstrated that laughter could be one of the most humane forces storytelling has to offer, says Adam Daniel
From Ukraine to Malta: an evening where music spoke of hope
Aeryn Sinnas reviews a concert by the Kyiv Baroque Choir at the Divine Mercy Sanctuary in Naxxar
The surprising theology inside today’s Advent calendars
Although Advent calendars have become hot-ticket items, they still reflect their ancient Christian meaning, writes Matthew Robert Anderson
How misinformation may be fuelling teen vaping
Online trends and anecdotes often outrun the slow, careful process of research, and young people are particularly susceptible
December at Spazju Kreattiv: a celebration of cinema and imagination
Daniel Garzia takes a look at this month's programme at the art house film destination
We are hardwired to sing − and it’s good for us, too
Singing and chanting can have profound benefits to physical, mental and social health, writes Elinor Harrison
Cassette tapes are making a comeback. Yes, really
A number of major artists have recently released material on cassette, including Taylor Swift and Lady Gaga
Art: ‘Uprooted lil Amir’ investigates the devastation in Gaza
Robert Zahra works on display in Żabbar until December 21
‘Santa Claus: The Movie’ turns 40
Thomas Ruys Smith looks at how a box office flop became a ‘pure panto’ British Christmas staple
2025’s words of the year reflect a year of digital disillusionment
Roger J. Kreuz unpacks the vocabulary that best defined this year