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Top islands to visit in 2025
MoneyWeek
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August 19, 2025
Whether you’re dreaming of diving into turquoise waters or want to soak in the sun with a cocktail in hand, escaping to an island is a holiday that’s hard to beat. But with hundreds of thousands of archipelagos around the globe, how do you decide...
Saudi Arabia urges global action to halt Israeli crimes in Palestine
Madhyamam
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August 20, 2025
The Saudi Council of Ministers has called on the international community, particularly the permanent members of the UN Security Council, to act immediately to stop Israeli crimes against Palestinians and their occupied land. The Cabinet session,...
Florida Coral Nursery Spawns for the First Time Since 2023, Contributing to Reef Resilience
Good News Network
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August 19, 2025
Screengrab via Shayle Matsuda, a scientist aboard Shedd Aquarium’s research vessel – supplied to Miami Herald Beneath the waves of Key Largo, staghorn coral have spawned in mass since a 2023 bleaching event that left marine biologists worried over...
President pays tribute to Humanitarian Workers on World Humanitarian Day
Ras Online
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President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu marked World Humanitarian Day today with a message honouring the courage and sacrifice of humanitarian workers across the globe. In his statement, the President paid tribute to aid personnel who have risked, and in...
Water and sewerage services to be established in all islands by 2027
Ras Online
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Parliament today passed a bill mandating the establishment of water and sewerage services in all inhabited islands across the Maldives by the end of 2027. Previously, the law required these systems to be installed by August 2024. The new...
Laheq Island: resort living and residences arrive in Saudi
Globetrender
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August 19, 2025
Laheq Island is set to be Saudi Arabia's first sustainable private island resort, combining residential ownership with luxury hospitality in the Red Sea. Olivia Palamountain reports Red Sea Global has unveiled plans for Laheq Island, the first...
Spas for the soul
The Pioneer
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From the soothing touch of the lavender oil to the grounding warmth of coconut oil, discover how spa traditions restore balance to body, mind and spirit, writes Abhi Singhal A spa is more than a place of pampering; it is a sanctuary where the...
Saudi Arabia calls for immediate measures to stop Israeli crimes against Palestinians and their land
Saudi Gazette
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August 19, 2025
Saudi Gazette report NEOM — The Saudi Council of Ministers called on the international community, especially the permanent members of the Security Council, to take immediate measures to compel the Israeli occupation authorities to stop their...
Exodus Adventure Travels unveils New Extensions and Extras Program
Travel Press
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August 19, 2025
Exodus Adventure Travels has introduced its new Extensions and Extras program, making it easier for travellers and the travel advisors who support them to customize vacations and enjoy guided tours around the world. Exodus Extensions and Extras...
40-year-old injured in accident being treated abroad
Sun Online International
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The 40-year-old who was seriously injured in the fatal accident in the Maldivian capital that cost the life of a teenage boy has been flown abroad for further treatment. The accident on the night of July 13th took near the Maafannu Bus Terminal at...
US Launches South Asian Youth Leadership Program in Colombo
Lanka News Web
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August 19, 2025
By:Staff Writer August 19, Colombo (LNW): Colombo this week became the center of a new United States initiative to cultivate the next generation of South Asian leaders, with the launch of the Young South Asian Leaders Initiative (YSALI). The...
India needs to talk about over-tourism, before the great asset becomes the greatest liability
The Print
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August 19, 2025
In 2024, travel and tourism contributed around $10.9 trillion to global GDP, accounting for 10 per cent of the world economy. The sector also supports 35.7 crore jobs worldwide, providing a major boost to employment. Domestically, tourism...
Immersive dining turns restaurants into stages for edible theater
Wyoming News Now
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Immersive dining turns restaurants into stages for edible theater, as chefs craft multisensory experiences far beyond the plate. This approach utilizes elements like lighting and sound to shape how guests engage with each course. The result is a...
Made in Chelsea's Tiffany Watson opens up on mum guilt and being in ‘no rush to bounce back’
The Mirror
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August 18, 2025
Life has changed dramatically for Tiffany Watson, 31, since her days navigating love triangles, lavish parties, and friendship fallouts on Made in Chelsea. The reality star is now a proud mum to two-year-old Jude and 10-week-old Heath, who she...
Dipped Products wins Overall Gold Award at NBEA 2025
Daily FT
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DPL Managing Director Pushpika Janadheera (right) receives the Overall Gold Award at NBEA 2025 Dipped Products PLC (DPL), a member of the Hayleys Group and a global leader in hand protection solutions spanning the medical, household, industrial,...
‘For every killed Israeli, 50 Palestinians must die,’ says former military chief
The National News
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Aharon Haliva, the former head of Israeli army intelligence, said killing 50 Palestinians for every dead Israeli was “necessary” to send a message to future generations, according to local media. In a series of chilling leaked recordings, the...
General : JBPM Reaffirms Commitment To Global Chemical Threat Readiness - DG
Bernama
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August 19, 2025
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 19 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) has reaffirmed its firm commitment to collaborating with regional and international partners to enhance preparedness and response to chemical threats. Its...
Do You Think in Words or Pictures? Your Inner Voice Is Actually Stranger Than You Thought
ZME Science
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August 18, 2025
Not all thought is the same. Image credits: Christina Morillo. Imagine an elephant. What happens inside your mind? As you processed the previous sentence, you might have visualized the animal, or you may have heard your inner voice utter the word....
Frankie Bridge shows off her incredible abs in bikini after cryptic post
The Mirror
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August 9, 2025
Frankie Bridge has been turning heads with her toned abs in a series of snaps from her Maldives holiday, following a mysterious TikTok post. The 36 year old Loose Women panellist took to Instagram on Friday to share some sizzling bikini photos...
Elderly woman killed in tragic accident
Raajje
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An elderly woman injured in a dangerous accident that occurred in Kadhdhoo island of Laamu atoll on Friday, has succumbed to her injuries. RaajjeMV understands that the deceased is Mariyam Moosa, 64, from Maavah island in Laamu atoll. The Maldives...