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Saudi Prince Mansour meets President Muizzu during Maldives Independence Day visit President Muizzu joins national flag-hoisting ceremony marking Maldives’ 61st Independence Day

Maldives and Bangladesh Explore Direct Shipping Route

Maldives and Bangladesh Explore Direct Shipping Route

Chinese Smartphone Brand TECNO Named Title Sponsor for SAFF Championship 2026

Parliament Schedules Sitting Following Two-Week Inactivity Amid Public Criticism

Parliament Schedules Sitting Following Two-Week Inactivity Amid Public Criticism

President Muizzu Hails Foreign Policy Success as 113 Foreign Diplomats Attend Independence Day Celebrations

President Muizzu Hails Foreign Policy Success as 113 Foreign Diplomats Attend Independence Day Celebrations

Russia launches missile and drone attacks on Ukraine as fighting continues

Russia launches missile and drone attacks on Ukraine as fighting continues

Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in first phase of regional elections

Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in first phase of regional elections

MET Office issues white alert over risk of tidal flooding

MET Office issues white alert over risk of tidal flooding

Bangladesh donates 20,010 trees to support Maldives’ Five Million Tree Programme

Bangladesh donates 20,010 trees to support Maldives’ Five Million Tree Programme

Fines Up to MVR 100,000 and License Suspensions Introduced for Unlawful Medicine Imports

Fines Up to MVR 100,000 and License Suspensions Introduced for Unlawful Medicine Imports

Tidal Surges Cause Flooding and Property Damage Across Malé Waterfront

Tidal Surges Cause Flooding and Property Damage Across Malé Waterfront

Sri Lanka reports more than 80,000 Dengue cases this year

Sri Lanka reports more than 80,000 Dengue cases this year

Iran warns Middle East War could expand if US resumes Airstrikes

Iran warns Middle East War could expand if US resumes Airstrikes

Maldives Post launches first PickPost Service outside Malé in Kulhudhuffushi

Maldives Post launches first PickPost Service outside Malé in Kulhudhuffushi

66 Receive National Award for Public Service on Independence Day

66 Receive National Award for Public Service on Independence Day

Typhoon Noul hits Southern China, Causing floods and travel disruptions

Typhoon Noul hits Southern China, Causing floods and travel disruptions

President Dr. Muizzu extends Independence Day greetings, calls for national unity and resilience

President Dr. Muizzu extends Independence Day greetings, calls for national unity and resilience

Maldives Celebrates Independence Day with Grand Reception in Colombo

Maldives Celebrates Independence Day with Grand Reception in Colombo

India Holds Talks With Student Protest Leaders as Demonstrations Continue

India Holds Talks With Student Protest Leaders as Demonstrations Continue

Addu Mayor Demands Rent for Google’s International Submarine Cable Connectivity Hub in Hithadhoo

Addu Mayor Demands Rent for Google’s International Submarine Cable Connectivity Hub in Hithadhoo

Return Savaheli to Addu City Immediately, Demands Abdulla Shahid

Return Savaheli to Addu City Immediately, Demands Abdulla Shahid

High Court Rejects Appeals in Minor Convictions Against Shiaau Murder Suspect Ali Shaahil

High Court Rejects Appeals in Minor Convictions Against Shiaau Murder Suspect Ali Shaahil

16 Trained and Specialized Local Doctors Join State Healthcare in Malé

16 Trained and Specialized Local Doctors Join State Healthcare in Malé

President Dr. Muizzu Ratifies Landmark Human Organ Transplant Bill

President Dr. Muizzu Ratifies Landmark Human Organ Transplant Bill

Ahmed Niyaz Dismissed as Managing Director of MTDC

Ahmed Niyaz Dismissed as Managing Director of MTDC

Samsung launches Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8

Samsung launches Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8

AI investment boosts Asian technology stocks

AI investment boosts Asian technology stocks

Wildfires spread in Spain and France as heatwave continues

Wildfires spread in Spain and France as heatwave continues

MFDA warns against advertising unproven weight loss products

MFDA warns against advertising unproven weight loss products

Maldives supports Saudi Arabia over Houthi allegations on Yemen situation

Maldives supports Saudi Arabia over Houthi allegations on Yemen situation

U.S. launches 12th straight night of airstrikes on Iran

U.S. launches 12th straight night of airstrikes on Iran

Oil Tankers change course in Red Sea after Houthi warning

Oil Tankers change course in Red Sea after Houthi warning

LGA Steps In to Mediate Growing Rift Between Housing Ministry and Male’ City Council

LGA Steps In to Mediate Growing Rift Between Housing Ministry and Male’ City Council

MWSC Adds 26,000 CBM Water Storage in Malé

MWSC Adds 26,000 CBM Water Storage in Malé

Male’ City Council Offers Free Event Spaces to Other Island Councils

Male’ City Council Offers Free Event Spaces to Other Island Councils

Measles cases rise to 166 in Maldives

Measles cases rise to 166 in Maldives

Pakistan seeks $10 billion US support facility to strengthen economy

Pakistan seeks $10 billion US support facility to strengthen economy

France approves social media ban for children under 15 in European first

France approves social media ban for children under 15 in European first

Speedboat destroyed in Hanimaadhoo harbour fire, two crew members injured

Speedboat destroyed in Hanimaadhoo harbour fire, two crew members injured

Chinese oil tanker turns back near Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions

Chinese oil tanker turns back near Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions

SAFF Championship 2026 Set for November 4–17 in Bangladesh

SAFF Championship 2026 Set for November 4–17 in Bangladesh

Customs seizes MVR 4.4 million worth of Drugs at Gan Airport

Customs seizes MVR 4.4 million worth of Drugs at Gan Airport

Agreement Signed with Ethiopia for Direct Ethiopian Airline Flights

Agreement Signed with Ethiopia for Direct Ethiopian Airline Flights

President Muizzu appoints Amjad Mustafa as Employment Tribunal President

President Muizzu appoints Amjad Mustafa as Employment Tribunal President

Thailand extends Visa-Free stay for Maldivians to 30 days

Thailand extends Visa-Free stay for Maldivians to 30 days

Marvel unveils first trailer for ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ ahead of December release

Marvel unveils first trailer for ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ ahead of December release

US-Iran conflict enters 10th Day as strikes continue

US-Iran conflict enters 10th Day as strikes continue

Guyana Ferry Disaster: 27 bodies recovered, Dozens still missing

Guyana Ferry Disaster: 27 bodies recovered, Dozens still missing

Authorities probe vandalism at Hulhumalé Mosque

Authorities probe vandalism at Hulhumalé Mosque

Maldivian Businesses invited to join India-Asia Business Conclave 2026

Maldivian Businesses invited to join India-Asia Business Conclave 2026

Trump threatens further attacks on Iran if US soldiers are killed

Trump threatens further attacks on Iran if US soldiers are killed

EC says eFaas-based political party registers are ‘100% accurate’

EC says eFaas-based political party registers are ‘100% accurate’

Saudi Arabia launches one year multiple entry Umrah Visa, Allowing Pilgrims to perform Umrah multiple times

Saudi Arabia launches one year multiple entry Umrah Visa, Allowing Pilgrims to perform Umrah multiple times

Tourists Love the Maldives: 1 in 4 Keep Coming Back

Tourists Love the Maldives: 1 in 4 Keep Coming Back

Solar Hybrid Systems Launched Across 25 Islands in Raa and Baa Atolls

Solar Hybrid Systems Launched Across 25 Islands in Raa and Baa Atolls

Flash Floods, Landslides Kill at Least 14 in Jammu and Kashmir; Hundreds Evacuated

Flash Floods, Landslides Kill at Least 14 in Jammu and Kashmir; Hundreds Evacuated

President Muizzu Sends Condolences to France After Fatal Plane Crash

President Muizzu Sends Condolences to France After Fatal Plane Crash

India-Maldives Free Trade Agreement Expected to Take Effect This Year, Minister Says

India-Maldives Free Trade Agreement Expected to Take Effect This Year, Minister Says

UN Inquiry Accuses Israel of Genocide and Deliberate Killings of Palestinian Children

UN Inquiry Accuses Israel of Genocide and Deliberate Killings of Palestinian Children

Lionel Messi at World Cup 2026: The Final Chapter of a Legendary Era

FIFA World Cup 2026

Lionel Messi at World Cup 2026: The Final Chapter of a Legendary Era

Hinmafushi 500-Bed Rehabilitation Centre Construction to Begin in July

Hinmafushi 500-Bed Rehabilitation Centre Construction to Begin in July

US Strikes Continue as Trump Warns Tehran Amid Escalating Gulf Conflict

US Strikes Continue as Trump Warns Tehran Amid Escalating Gulf Conflict

FIFA World Cup 2026: Knockout Stage Begins with High-Stakes Round of 32 Fixtures

FIFA World Cup 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026: Knockout Stage Begins with High-Stakes Round of 32 Fixtures

Maldives Economy Faces Mounting Challenges Despite Tourism Recovery, Says World Bank

Maldives Economy Faces Mounting Challenges Despite Tourism Recovery, Says World Bank

Man arrested for attempting to smuggle 17 phones into Maafushi Prison

Man arrested for attempting to smuggle 17 phones into Maafushi Prison

UAE lifts all air travel restrictions related to the War

UAE lifts all air travel restrictions related to the War

Iran responds to US proposal with 14-point counter-offer

Iran responds to US proposal with 14-point counter-offer

BML decides to suspend dollar transactions via cards within the Maldives

BML decides to suspend dollar transactions via cards within the Maldives

Anoof, wanted in fake slip case, convicted on two counts of theft

Anoof, wanted in fake slip case, convicted on two counts of theft

Media Commission Says No Authority Over Police Investigations

Media Commission Says No Authority Over Police Investigations

Dr Ali Azwar Appointed STELCO Managing Director

Dr Ali Azwar Appointed STELCO Managing Director

Man City Face Fixture Crunch in Title Run-In

Man City Face Fixture Crunch in Title Run-In

Gujarat Titans Beat CSK by 8 Wickets in IPL Clash

Gujarat Titans Beat CSK by 8 Wickets in IPL Clash

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Chinese Smartphone Brand TECNO Named Title Sponsor for SAFF Championship 2026

Parliament Schedules Sitting Following Two-Week Inactivity Amid Public Criticism

Parliament Schedules Sitting Following Two-Week Inactivity Amid Public Criticism

Maldives and Bangladesh Explore Direct Shipping Route

Maldives and Bangladesh Explore Direct Shipping Route

President Muizzu Hails Foreign Policy Success as 113 Foreign Diplomats Attend Independence Day Celebrations

President Muizzu Hails Foreign Policy Success as 113 Foreign Diplomats Attend Independence Day Celebrations

Russia launches missile and drone attacks on Ukraine as fighting continues

Russia launches missile and drone attacks on Ukraine as fighting continues

Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in first phase of regional elections

Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in first phase of regional elections

MET Office issues white alert over risk of tidal flooding

MET Office issues white alert over risk of tidal flooding

President opens new Maritime Rescue Centre in Villimalé

President opens new Maritime Rescue Centre in Villimalé

Bangladesh donates 20,010 trees to support Maldives’ Five Million Tree Programme

Bangladesh donates 20,010 trees to support Maldives’ Five Million Tree Programme

Fines Up to MVR 100,000 and License Suspensions Introduced for Unlawful Medicine Imports

Fines Up to MVR 100,000 and License Suspensions Introduced for Unlawful Medicine Imports

BKMU Raises Alarm Over Below-Market Tuna Prices and Extended Delays at Processing Plants

BKMU Raises Alarm Over Below-Market Tuna Prices and Extended Delays at Processing Plants

Tidal Surges Cause Flooding and Property Damage Across Malé Waterfront

Tidal Surges Cause Flooding and Property Damage Across Malé Waterfront

President Muizzu Urges Regional Unity, Offers Maldives as Mediator to Revive Stalled SAARC

President Muizzu Urges Regional Unity, Offers Maldives as Mediator to Revive Stalled SAARC

Sri Lanka reports more than 80,000 Dengue cases this year

Sri Lanka reports more than 80,000 Dengue cases this year

Iran warns Middle East War could expand if US resumes Airstrikes

Iran warns Middle East War could expand if US resumes Airstrikes

Review: The Odyssey Is a Grand Cinematic Journey Worth Taking

Review: The Odyssey Is a Grand Cinematic Journey Worth Taking

Marvel unveils first trailer for ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ ahead of December release

Marvel unveils first trailer for ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ ahead of December release

Chinese Smartphone Brand TECNO Named Title Sponsor for SAFF Championship 2026

Parliament Schedules Sitting Following Two-Week Inactivity Amid Public Criticism

Parliament Schedules Sitting Following Two-Week Inactivity Amid Public Criticism

Maldives and Bangladesh Explore Direct Shipping Route

Maldives and Bangladesh Explore Direct Shipping Route

President Muizzu Hails Foreign Policy Success as 113 Foreign Diplomats Attend Independence Day Celebrations

President Muizzu Hails Foreign Policy Success as 113 Foreign Diplomats Attend Independence Day Celebrations

MET Office issues white alert over risk of tidal flooding

MET Office issues white alert over risk of tidal flooding

President opens new Maritime Rescue Centre in Villimalé

President opens new Maritime Rescue Centre in Villimalé

Bangladesh donates 20,010 trees to support Maldives’ Five Million Tree Programme

Bangladesh donates 20,010 trees to support Maldives’ Five Million Tree Programme

Fines Up to MVR 100,000 and License Suspensions Introduced for Unlawful Medicine Imports

Fines Up to MVR 100,000 and License Suspensions Introduced for Unlawful Medicine Imports

BKMU Raises Alarm Over Below-Market Tuna Prices and Extended Delays at Processing Plants

BKMU Raises Alarm Over Below-Market Tuna Prices and Extended Delays at Processing Plants

Tidal Surges Cause Flooding and Property Damage Across Malé Waterfront

Tidal Surges Cause Flooding and Property Damage Across Malé Waterfront

President Muizzu Urges Regional Unity, Offers Maldives as Mediator to Revive Stalled SAARC

President Muizzu Urges Regional Unity, Offers Maldives as Mediator to Revive Stalled SAARC

Sri Lanka reports more than 80,000 Dengue cases this year

Sri Lanka reports more than 80,000 Dengue cases this year

Maldives Post launches first PickPost Service outside Malé in Kulhudhuffushi

Maldives Post launches first PickPost Service outside Malé in Kulhudhuffushi

66 Receive National Award for Public Service on Independence Day

66 Receive National Award for Public Service on Independence Day

President Confers Highest National Honour on Four Distinguished Maldivians

President Confers Highest National Honour on Four Distinguished Maldivians

Russia launches missile and drone attacks on Ukraine as fighting continues

Russia launches missile and drone attacks on Ukraine as fighting continues

Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in first phase of regional elections

Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in first phase of regional elections

Iran warns Middle East War could expand if US resumes Airstrikes

Iran warns Middle East War could expand if US resumes Airstrikes

Typhoon Noul hits Southern China, Causing floods and travel disruptions

Typhoon Noul hits Southern China, Causing floods and travel disruptions

Tanker Incident Reported in Gulf of Oman, UK Maritime Agency Investigating

Tanker Incident Reported in Gulf of Oman, UK Maritime Agency Investigating

Middle East Tensions Raise Shipping Risks as Insurance Costs Increase in Key Sea Routes

Middle East Tensions Raise Shipping Risks as Insurance Costs Increase in Key Sea Routes

Trump Says US-Saudi Nuclear Deal Linked to Saudi-Israel Normalisation Talks

Trump Says US-Saudi Nuclear Deal Linked to Saudi-Israel Normalisation Talks

Wildfires spread in Spain and France as heatwave continues

Wildfires spread in Spain and France as heatwave continues

U.S. launches 12th straight night of airstrikes on Iran

U.S. launches 12th straight night of airstrikes on Iran

Oil Tankers change course in Red Sea after Houthi warning

Oil Tankers change course in Red Sea after Houthi warning

Pakistan seeks $10 billion US support facility to strengthen economy

Pakistan seeks $10 billion US support facility to strengthen economy

France approves social media ban for children under 15 in European first

France approves social media ban for children under 15 in European first

Chinese oil tanker turns back near Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions

Chinese oil tanker turns back near Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions

US-Iran conflict enters 10th Day as strikes continue

US-Iran conflict enters 10th Day as strikes continue

Guyana Ferry Disaster: 27 bodies recovered, Dozens still missing

Guyana Ferry Disaster: 27 bodies recovered, Dozens still missing

Maldives Economy Faces Mounting Challenges Despite Tourism Recovery, Says World Bank

Maldives Economy Faces Mounting Challenges Despite Tourism Recovery, Says World Bank

Thilamalé Bridge: A New Economic Corridor for the Maldives

Thilamalé Bridge: A New Economic Corridor for the Maldives

Inter Smart Technologies: Building the Digital Infrastructure for Tomorrow’s Businesses

Inter Smart Technologies: Building the Digital Infrastructure for Tomorrow’s Businesses

Maldives Seeks to Expand Economy Beyond Tourism Through Foreign Investment

Maldives Seeks to Expand Economy Beyond Tourism Through Foreign Investment

AI investment boosts Asian technology stocks

AI investment boosts Asian technology stocks

Maldivian Businesses invited to join India-Asia Business Conclave 2026

Maldivian Businesses invited to join India-Asia Business Conclave 2026

Tourists Love the Maldives: 1 in 4 Keep Coming Back

Tourists Love the Maldives: 1 in 4 Keep Coming Back

EyeCare Becomes Exclusive ZEISS Vision Expert in Maldives

Maldives Business

EyeCare Becomes Exclusive ZEISS Vision Expert in Maldives

India-Maldives Free Trade Agreement Expected to Take Effect This Year, Minister Says

India-Maldives Free Trade Agreement Expected to Take Effect This Year, Minister Says

BML decides to suspend dollar transactions via cards within the Maldives

BML decides to suspend dollar transactions via cards within the Maldives

Dr Ali Azwar Appointed STELCO Managing Director

Dr Ali Azwar Appointed STELCO Managing Director

Thilamalé Bridge: A New Economic Corridor for the Maldives

Thilamalé Bridge: A New Economic Corridor for the Maldives

Samsung launches Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8

Samsung launches Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8

Chinese Smartphone Brand TECNO Named Title Sponsor for SAFF Championship 2026

SAFF Championship 2026 Set for November 4–17 in Bangladesh

SAFF Championship 2026 Set for November 4–17 in Bangladesh

Spain Beat Argentina in Extra Time to Win 2026 FIFA World Cup

FIFA World Cup 2026

Spain Beat Argentina in Extra Time to Win 2026 FIFA World Cup

World Cup Final Opens with Spectacular Celebration of Football Unity

World Cup Final Opens with Spectacular Celebration of Football Unity

Brazil Fight Back to Beat Japan, Reach FIFA World Cup Round of 16

FIFA World Cup 2026

Brazil Fight Back to Beat Japan, Reach FIFA World Cup Round of 16

Brazil Out for Revenge as Japan Eye Another World Cup Upset

FIFA World Cup 2026

Brazil Out for Revenge as Japan Eye Another World Cup Upset

Kylian Mbappé at World Cup 2026: France’s Leader in a New Era of Dominance

FIFA World Cup 2026

Kylian Mbappé at World Cup 2026: France’s Leader in a New Era of Dominance

Lionel Messi at World Cup 2026: The Final Chapter of a Legendary Era

FIFA World Cup 2026

Lionel Messi at World Cup 2026: The Final Chapter of a Legendary Era

Cristiano Ronaldo at World Cup 2026: A Sixth Campaign Defying Time and Expectations

FIFA World Cup 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo at World Cup 2026: A Sixth Campaign Defying Time and Expectations

FIFA World Cup 2026: Knockout Stage Begins with High-Stakes Round of 32 Fixtures

FIFA World Cup 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026: Knockout Stage Begins with High-Stakes Round of 32 Fixtures

Messi Becomes FIFA World Cup’s All-Time Leading Goal scorer

FIFA World Cup 2026

Messi Becomes FIFA World Cup’s All-Time Leading Goal scorer

Man City Face Fixture Crunch in Title Run-In

Man City Face Fixture Crunch in Title Run-In

Gujarat Titans Beat CSK by 8 Wickets in IPL Clash

Gujarat Titans Beat CSK by 8 Wickets in IPL Clash

Mauroof Appointed Sports Ministry Consultant

Mauroof Appointed Sports Ministry Consultant

Shahid accuses government of printing MVR 2.4 billion through Pension Fund Investment

Shahid accuses government of printing MVR 2.4 billion through Pension Fund Investment

LGA Steps In to Mediate Growing Rift Between Housing Ministry and Male’ City Council

LGA Steps In to Mediate Growing Rift Between Housing Ministry and Male’ City Council

Home Minister Defends Police Search of Media Over ‘Qazf’ Allegations

Home Minister Defends Police Search of Media Over ‘Qazf’ Allegations

No Case Filed by President Over Adhadhu Documentary, Says Spokesperson

No Case Filed by President Over Adhadhu Documentary, Says Spokesperson

VP Stresses Need for Independent Parliaments at CPA Workshop

VP Stresses Need for Independent Parliaments at CPA Workshop

Maldives and Bangladesh Explore Direct Shipping Route

Maldives and Bangladesh Explore Direct Shipping Route

BKMU Raises Alarm Over Below-Market Tuna Prices and Extended Delays at Processing Plants

BKMU Raises Alarm Over Below-Market Tuna Prices and Extended Delays at Processing Plants

Maldives Seeks to Expand Economy Beyond Tourism Through Foreign Investment

Maldives Seeks to Expand Economy Beyond Tourism Through Foreign Investment

Maldives Economy Faces Mounting Challenges Despite Tourism Recovery, Says World Bank

Maldives Economy Faces Mounting Challenges Despite Tourism Recovery, Says World Bank

UAE to Exit OPEC in Major Shift for Global Oil Market

UAE to Exit OPEC in Major Shift for Global Oil Market

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Russia launches missile and drone attacks on Ukraine as fighting continues

Russia launches missile and drone attacks on Ukraine as fighting continues

Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in first phase of regional elections

Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in first phase of regional elections

Iran warns Middle East War could expand if US resumes Airstrikes

Iran warns Middle East War could expand if US resumes Airstrikes

Typhoon Noul hits Southern China, Causing floods and travel disruptions

Typhoon Noul hits Southern China, Causing floods and travel disruptions

Tanker Incident Reported in Gulf of Oman, UK Maritime Agency Investigating

Tanker Incident Reported in Gulf of Oman, UK Maritime Agency Investigating

Middle East Tensions Raise Shipping Risks as Insurance Costs Increase in Key Sea Routes

Middle East Tensions Raise Shipping Risks as Insurance Costs Increase in Key Sea Routes

Trump Says US-Saudi Nuclear Deal Linked to Saudi-Israel Normalisation Talks

Trump Says US-Saudi Nuclear Deal Linked to Saudi-Israel Normalisation Talks

Uganda Media Houses Taken Off Air Amid Military Crackdown Claims

Uganda Media Houses Taken Off Air Amid Military Crackdown Claims

India and Seychelles Strengthen Ties, Discuss $175 Million Economic Package

India and Seychelles Strengthen Ties, Discuss $175 Million Economic Package

Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in first phase of regional elections

Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in first phase of regional elections

Typhoon Noul hits Southern China, Causing floods and travel disruptions

Typhoon Noul hits Southern China, Causing floods and travel disruptions

Pakistan seeks $10 billion US support facility to strengthen economy

Pakistan seeks $10 billion US support facility to strengthen economy

Singapore School Sued Over Fatal Maldives Snorkeling Trip

Singapore School Sued Over Fatal Maldives Snorkeling Trip

Russia launches missile and drone attacks on Ukraine as fighting continues

Russia launches missile and drone attacks on Ukraine as fighting continues

Wildfires spread in Spain and France as heatwave continues

Wildfires spread in Spain and France as heatwave continues

France approves social media ban for children under 15 in European first

France approves social media ban for children under 15 in European first

11 Killed as Skydiving Plane Crashes in Eastern France

11 Killed as Skydiving Plane Crashes in Eastern France

Iran warns Middle East War could expand if US resumes Airstrikes

Iran warns Middle East War could expand if US resumes Airstrikes

Middle East Tensions Raise Shipping Risks as Insurance Costs Increase in Key Sea Routes

Middle East Tensions Raise Shipping Risks as Insurance Costs Increase in Key Sea Routes

U.S. launches 12th straight night of airstrikes on Iran

U.S. launches 12th straight night of airstrikes on Iran

Oil Tankers change course in Red Sea after Houthi warning

Oil Tankers change course in Red Sea after Houthi warning

Chinese oil tanker turns back near Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions

Chinese oil tanker turns back near Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions

US-Iran conflict enters 10th Day as strikes continue

US-Iran conflict enters 10th Day as strikes continue

Trump threatens further attacks on Iran if US soldiers are killed

Trump threatens further attacks on Iran if US soldiers are killed

Guyana Ferry Disaster: 27 bodies recovered, Dozens still missing

Guyana Ferry Disaster: 27 bodies recovered, Dozens still missing

Trump Signals Possible Escalation in Iran Policy, US ‘Ready to Increase Military Pressure Again’

Trump Signals Possible Escalation in Iran Policy, US ‘Ready to Increase Military Pressure Again’

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Maldives Economy Faces Mounting Challenges Despite Tourism Recovery, Says World Bank

Maldives Economy Faces Mounting Challenges Despite Tourism Recovery, Says World Bank

Thilamalé Bridge: A New Economic Corridor for the Maldives

Thilamalé Bridge: A New Economic Corridor for the Maldives

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Rough Weather Brings High Waves Across Maldives, Seaplane Landing Caught on Video

Rough Weather Brings High Waves Across Maldives, Seaplane Landing Caught on Video

S.M. Vishwamurthy, GMCP Afcons Project Manager, Discusses the Greater Malé Connectivity Project

S.M. Vishwamurthy, GMCP Afcons Project Manager, Discusses the Greater Malé Connectivity Project

Construction Minister: Boduthakurufaanu Magu to Open Tomorrow Evening

Construction Minister: Boduthakurufaanu Magu to Open Tomorrow Evening

Tensions Boil Over: Argentina Players Involved in Post-Final Confrontation

FIFA World Cup 2026

Tensions Boil Over: Argentina Players Involved in Post-Final Confrontation

One gesture. Two legends. Millions of hearts won.

FIFA World Cup 2026

One gesture. Two legends. Millions of hearts won.

Erling Haaland Goes Viral! Fans Imitate His Viking Style

FIFA World Cup 2026

Erling Haaland Goes Viral! Fans Imitate His Viking Style

Christopher Nolan, Tom Holland & Matt Damon Enjoy Chai at Mumbai’s Iconic Olympia Coffee House

Christopher Nolan, Tom Holland & Matt Damon Enjoy Chai at Mumbai’s Iconic Olympia Coffee House

Thilamalé Bridge Project: Exclusive Aerial Views of the Maldives’ Largest Infrastructure Development

Thilamalé Bridge Project: Exclusive Aerial Views of the Maldives’ Largest Infrastructure Development

President Muizzu inaugurates Youth Entrepreneurs Expo 2026

President Muizzu inaugurates Youth Entrepreneurs Expo 2026

Massive Fire Erupts Near Election Center

Massive Fire Erupts Near Election Center

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President and First Lady attend official ceremony commemorating the 61st Independence Day

President and First Lady attend official ceremony commemorating the 61st Independence Day

Maldives begins 61st Independence Day celebrations with national flag-hoisting ceremony

Maldives begins 61st Independence Day celebrations with national flag-hoisting ceremony

Saudi Prince Mansour accorded ceremonial welcome in Maldives

Saudi Prince Mansour accorded ceremonial welcome in Maldives

Maldives Police Service Marks 93rd Anniversary

Maldives Police Service Marks 93rd Anniversary

Latest Drone Images Reveal Rapid Progress on Thilamalé Bridge

Latest Drone Images Reveal Rapid Progress on Thilamalé Bridge

PHOTO STORY | President and First Lady Attend MNDF’s 134th Anniversary Ceremony

PHOTO STORY | President and First Lady Attend MNDF’s 134th Anniversary Ceremony

President’s Office | Presser with the Spox – Full Media Briefing

President’s Office | Presser with the Spox – Full Media Briefing

VP Highlights Democratic Strength in CPA Inaugural Speech

VP Highlights Democratic Strength in CPA Inaugural Speech

President’s Office | Presser with the Spox – Full Media Briefing

President’s Office | Presser with the Spox – Full Media Briefing

VP Highlights Democratic Strength in CPA Inaugural Speech

VP Highlights Democratic Strength in CPA Inaugural Speech

President and First Lady attend official ceremony commemorating the 61st Independence Day

President and First Lady attend official ceremony commemorating the 61st Independence Day

Maldives begins 61st Independence Day celebrations with national flag-hoisting ceremony

Maldives begins 61st Independence Day celebrations with national flag-hoisting ceremony

Saudi Prince Mansour accorded ceremonial welcome in Maldives

Saudi Prince Mansour accorded ceremonial welcome in Maldives

Maldives Police Service Marks 93rd Anniversary

Maldives Police Service Marks 93rd Anniversary

Latest Drone Images Reveal Rapid Progress on Thilamalé Bridge

Latest Drone Images Reveal Rapid Progress on Thilamalé Bridge

PHOTO STORY | President and First Lady Attend MNDF’s 134th Anniversary Ceremony

PHOTO STORY | President and First Lady Attend MNDF’s 134th Anniversary Ceremony

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Inter Smart Technologies: Building the Digital Infrastructure for Tomorrow’s Businesses

Inter Smart Technologies: Building the Digital Infrastructure for Tomorrow’s Businesses

As businesses accelerate their digital transformation, technology has evolved from a support function into a strategic driver of growth. Organizations...

Maldives Seeks to Expand Economy Beyond Tourism Through Foreign Investment

Maldives Seeks to Expand Economy Beyond Tourism Through Foreign Investment

Tourism remains the main pillar of the Maldivian economy, but there are wider opportunities to expand economic activity, Economic Minister...

AI investment boosts Asian technology stocks

AI investment boosts Asian technology stocks

Asian technology stocks have gained as major companies continue to increase spending on artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Investors are showing...

Maldivian Businesses invited to join India-Asia Business Conclave 2026

Maldivian Businesses invited to join India-Asia Business Conclave 2026

The Global India Business Forum (GIBF) has invited Maldivian businesses to participate in the 4th India-Asia Business Conclave 2026 and...

Tourists Love the Maldives: 1 in 4 Keep Coming Back

Tourists Love the Maldives: 1 in 4 Keep Coming Back

One out of every four tourists who visit the Maldives always returns to the country, according to the latest visitor...

EyeCare Becomes Exclusive ZEISS Vision Expert in Maldives

Maldives Business

EyeCare Becomes Exclusive ZEISS Vision Expert in Maldives

EyeCare, the Maldives’ leading eye care provider and largest dedicated eye hospital, has partnered with global optics leader ZEISS to...

FACT CHECK

AI-Generated Image of South Korean Election Protest Misleads Online

AI-Generated Image of South Korean Election Protest Misleads Online

AI-Generated Images of Iranian Footballers Praying at World Cup Mislead Online

AI-Generated Images of Iranian Footballers Praying at World Cup Mislead Online

False Claim Targets Malia Obama in Viral Social Media Post

False Claim Targets Malia Obama in Viral Social Media Post

Doctored BBC Report Falsely Links Stolen Artwork to Zelenskiy Video

Doctored BBC Report Falsely Links Stolen Artwork to Zelenskiy Video

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Chinese Smartphone Brand TECNO Named Title Sponsor for SAFF Championship 2026

SAFF Championship 2026 Set for November 4–17 in Bangladesh

SAFF Championship 2026 Set for November 4–17 in Bangladesh

Spain Beat Argentina in Extra Time to Win 2026 FIFA World Cup

FIFA World Cup 2026

Spain Beat Argentina in Extra Time to Win 2026 FIFA World Cup

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World Cup Final Opens with Spectacular Celebration of Football Unity

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FIFA World Cup 2026

Brazil Fight Back to Beat Japan, Reach FIFA World Cup Round of 16

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FIFA World Cup 2026

Brazil Out for Revenge as Japan Eye Another World Cup Upset