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Gov’t contribution to Thoddoo in two years: a promised name change and a few agreements
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has announced plans to upgrade the 30-bed health center currently under construction in Thoddoo, Alif Alif Atoll, to a hospital. Speaking at a community meeting with residents of Thoddoo, Muizzu said that based on...

Zakat Fund to cover basic necessities of the poor
The Zakat Fund is being expanded to cover financial aid to help the poor and needy cover their basic necessities, says Islamic Minister Dr. Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed. Shaheem made the remarks at the opening of the International Zakat Conference...

Shaheem urges Zakat reform amid financial strains
Islamic Minister Dr. Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed stated on Saturday that the entire country is currently experiencing financial difficulties. He emphasized the need for a re-evaluation and amendment of the registry for the poor and needy. Speaking...

Ministry of Sports, fitness and recreation and MACL Sign Agreement to Build Multi-Sports Complex in Rasdhoo
The Ministry of Sports, fitness and recreation and the Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) have signed an agreement to construct a state-of-the-art multi-sports complex in Rasdhoo, marking another step towards fulfilling President Dr....

Apple TV+ Just Got a Price Hike. These Shows, Movies Make it Worth the Extra $3
Severance brought Apple dozens of Emmy nominations and a very dedicated fan base. In return, we got...price hikes? The company recently upped the cost of its Apple TV+ streaming service from $9.99 per month to $12.99. Is it worth the extra cash?...

Autopsy for the man who died in police custody
Maldives Police Services Headquaters Police say they have decided to do an autopsy of the man who died yesterday while under police custody. Reports have identified the deceased as 48-year-old Ahmed Afrah, who was arrested last Friday. Police said...

MACL to build sports complex in Rasdhoo this time
The Ministry of Sports, Fitness and Recreation has signed an agreement with Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) for the construction of a multi-sports complex in A.A. Rasdhoo. This decision has drawn criticism due to the government's tendency...

What kind of traveller are you? Take this quiz and see if you're an escapist
Research from the search travel engine KAYAK has revealed that holidays where British travellers go to ‘rest, reset and read’ are on the rise. They've found that 43% of Brits have picked a holiday destination based on their intention to read and...

Man injured in Sosun Magu assault
A man was assaulted and injured on Sosun Magu in Male' city on Wednesday evening, prompting a police investigation. Maldives Police Service confirmed they received a report of the incident at 23:11. The victim, identified by police as a local...
Biomanufacturing: Scale-up vs Scale-out Economics
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4 major trends shaping today’s oncology market
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The 50 Best Luxury Hotels Will Definitely Inspire Your Next Getaway
Get ready to pack your bags, it’s time to set yourself into the lap of luxury. Luckily, there are so many options at your fingertips, no matter how or where you choose to indulge. In fact, TZR has rounded up the 50 dreamiest luxury hotels in the...

Power outage planned for Male’ and Hulhumale’ tomorrow
State Electric Company Limited (STELCO) states there will be power outage in some areas of Male’ and Hulhumale’ on Saturday morning to undertake essential maintenance work. According to STELCO, the power outage will be from 06:00am to 10:00am as...

Centre Directs Scientists to Study Whether Areca Nut Is Non-Carcinogenic After WHO Report Confusion
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, along with senior officials, at a high-level meeting on areca nut development at Krishi Bhavan, New Delhi. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday, August 21, 2025, directed...
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Love Island USA's JaNa Craig Is Finally Speaking Out: 'I'm Way Stronger Than I Thought I Was' (Exclusive) By Julia Moore
NEED TO KNOW JaNa Craig sits down with PEOPLE for an in-depth interview one year after finding fame on Love Island USA The Love Island: Beyond the Villa star, 28, opens up about her enduring friendships with the cast and what she wants to do next...

Coral resilience defies climate doom: New studies reveal ancient reefs flourished in warmer seas
Coral resilience defies climate doom: New studies reveal ancient reefs flourished in warmer seas Historical coral growth surged during the Holocene (6,000–10,000 years ago) when oceans were 1–2°C warmer and sea levels 1–2 meters higher than today....

Yameen: State-owned companies gone haywire
Former President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom has stated that state-owned companies are engaging in activities outside their designated mandate, describing them as having ‘gone off the rails’. Speaking at the Wake-Up rally held at the Artificial...

Thong Bikini Boom: Why This Minimalist Swimwear Is Trending Again
Last Updated:August 22, 2025, 12:49 IST Thong bikinis are back in fashion, making waves globally and in India. Once daring, this minimalist swimwear is now a bold trend seen on beaches and social media alike. Globally, thong bikinis are often...

Nepal eliminates rubella, says WHO
A group of students wait in line to get vaccinated against Measles-Rubella during the Outbreak Response Immunization campaign in Mahottari district of Madhesh Province in Nepal. (Photo: World Health Organization) Geneva: Nepal has eliminated...

From an octagenarian…still young at heart
Team Doyens of Peace Why am I excited to share this? In a world which has been filled with cynicism and grim, dark news…of violence, genocide, threats of nuclear annihilation, and the calamities wrought by an increasingly angered mother nature,...