Fayyaz Flags Threat to Sovereignty as Muizzu Weighs Land Sales to Foreigners
Fayyaz Ismail, former chairperson of the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), on Thursday raised alarm over reports that the government is…
Perspectives
22 Years of Indian Space Wonders: A Chinese Journalist’s Front-Row View of ISRO
On the morning of 24 December, like countless Indians, I sat glued to my screen awaiting the Indian Space Research...
MDP Leadership Crisis: Shahid, Solih Retreat from Party Duties as PG Exploits Void
The Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) is now trapped in a crisis that its own leadership created. Party president Abdulla Shahid...
22 Years of Indian Space Wonders: A Chinese Journalist’s Front-Row View of ISRO
On the morning of 24 December, like countless Indians, I sat glued to my screen awaiting the Indian Space Research...
Dreams and Shackles – Patriarchy Kills Indian Tennis Starlet
India’s tennis sensation Radhika Yadav (25) was killed by her father because she was violating the norms of a patriarchal...
MDP Leadership Crisis: Shahid, Solih Retreat from Party Duties as PG Exploits Void
The Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) is now trapped in a crisis that its own leadership created. Party president Abdulla Shahid...
The Economy as a Campaign Tool: A Risky Bet for President Muizzu
When governments use money, contracts and jobs to shape elections, history shows it can end badly. As Maldivians edge towards...
‘Euphoria’ Star Angus Cloud Dies Days After Father’s Death
Angus Cloud, who played Fez in the HBO series Euphoria, passed away at the early age of 25. He played...
A Peek Behind the Frame: Capturing Nashiu’s Artistic Tenacity
A cinematographer shapes the visual style and the overall look of movies, TV shows, music videos, and advertisements. Through technical...
Business
US Sanctions on South Africa Will Hit HIV Programme Treating 7.8 Million South Africans
South Africa has the largest number of HIV patients in the world. On 8 February, Trump signed an executive order...
Bread and Butter Issues at Core of Sri Lankan Presidential Election
First election to be held after the declaration of bankruptcy in April 2022. The Sri Lankan presidential election, scheduled...
Israel Forces Palestinians in Southern and Central Gaza to Flee Under New Evacuation Orders
Thousands of Palestinians are fleeing the Bureij and Nuseirat refugee camps in the central Gaza Strip following new evacuation orders...
Israel Kills At Least 121 Palestinians in Attacks in Khan Younis as Netanyahu Addresses US Congress
Numerous Democratic lawmakers expressed their intension to boycott Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech to Congress on Wednesday, voicing their...
Israel Intensifies Attacks on Gaza Despite Mounting Palestinian Death Toll
The Israeli military launched a new ground invasion in southern Khan Younis city, resulting in a significant escalation of violence...
22 Years of Indian Space Wonders: A Chinese Journalist’s Front-Row View of ISRO
On the morning of 24 December, like countless Indians, I sat glued to my screen awaiting the Indian Space Research...
Japan’s Kairos Rocket Explodes Seconds After Liftoff
Space One’s launch of its Kairos rocket ended in disaster as the 18-metre vessel exploded just seconds after liftoff. The...
US Returns to Moon After 50 Years With Spacecraft Odysseus
The United States made its long-awaited return to the lunar surface after over 50 years. The private spacecraft Odysseus, operated...
Japan’s SLIM Resumes Operations Following Upside-Down Landing
Japan’s lunar lander, Moon Sniper, has successfully resumed operations after an unconventional landing on 20 January left it stranded upside...
Moon Age Pushed Back Billions of Years by New Evidence
Scientists have uncovered new evidence suggesting that the Moon is older than previously estimated. The moon age revelation stems from...
22 Years of Indian Space Wonders: A Chinese Journalist’s Front-Row View of ISRO
On the morning of 24 December, like countless Indians, I sat glued to my screen awaiting the Indian Space Research...
Federal Officials Split on AI Disclosure Rules for Political Ads
The US Federal Election Commission’s (FEC) top officials are divided over a proposal requiring broadcast radio and television political ads...
Microsoft’s Game Pass to Take Center Stage With ‘Call of Duty’ Addition
In a strategic move set to shake up the gaming industry, Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass is gearing up to host...
Leeds Researchers Develop AI Tech for Early Detection of Heart Failure
Leeds-based researchers have developed a groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) system that could revolutionise the early detection of heart failure, allowing...
Instagram’s Unskippable Ads Test Sparks User Backlash
Instagram is experimenting with unskippable adverts in a move that may reshape user interaction with the platform. Currently, users can...
Maldives Launches Fisheries Brand, Seeks UK Investment in Emerging Sectors
The Maldives launched a new fisheries brand and sought British investment in emerging sectors including climate technology, creative industries and...
Maldives Grants First SEZ Permit for US$187 Million Floating Solar Project
The Maldives has issued its first Special Economic Zone (SEZ) permit to a renewable energy project, paving the way for...
Maldives Approves Environmental DRR Strategy
The Maldives Disaster Risk Reduction Strategy, which encapsulates actions to be taken by 2030 to mitigate environmental damage, was approved...
Maldives Suggests New Financial and Trade Instruments to Help SIDS Face Climate Change
At COP29, President Mohamed Muizzu spoke as a representative of a country most threatened by climate change At the COP29...
Environment Ministry Seeks Investor for 10 MW Floating Solar Project in Addu City
The Environment Ministry has launched a search for an investor to finance the development of a 10-megawatt floating solar panel...
Lifestyle
Maafushi Launches ‘Heart of Maldives’ Tourism Brand; Nasheed Urges Sustainable Growth
Maafushi island, the Maldives’ most popular guesthouse destination, has launched a tourism brand specific to the island under the name...
Upgraded Hanimaadhoo International Airport Opens
The upgraded Hanimaadhoo International Airport was officially opened on Sunday night at a ceremony attended by President Mohamed Muizzu and...
Monkey Man: The Continuing Education of Dev Patel
‘Monkey Man’ is a triumph of filmmaking. And this is before you even consider the veritable “filmmaking hell” that director,...
Women Triumph at Grammys, Taylor Swift Makes History
The Grammys celebrated an evening filled with historic victories, emotional tributes, and powerful performances. Women stole the spotlight, with major...
Malaysia Rejects Call for Vaping Ban Following Maldives’ Decision
Malaysia does not need to impose a vaping ban like the Maldives, as the country already has robust regulations to...
Maldives Announces Ban on Vapes to Protect Public Health
President Mohamed Muizzu has announced that the import, use, and trade of vaping devices and their components will be prohibited...
Maafushi Launches ‘Heart of Maldives’ Tourism Brand; Nasheed Urges Sustainable Growth
Maafushi island, the Maldives’ most popular guesthouse destination, has launched a tourism brand specific to the island under the name...
Upgraded Hanimaadhoo International Airport Opens
The upgraded Hanimaadhoo International Airport was officially opened on Sunday night at a ceremony attended by President Mohamed Muizzu and...
