Opinion
Aiham: why I am scrubbing these walls (and why I’m running)
"When parties dig trenches, the city gets stuck in the mud"
12 hours ago
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Society
A year after Trump's aid freeze, Maldivian civil society counts the cost
Affected groups on staff cuts, stalled projects, and starting over.
02 Feb, 16:49
Politics
Resort deals, campaign help, financial advice: Epstein's deep ties to ex-Maldives president
"Best regards to you and your beautiful students": Waheed's sign-off to Epstein.
01 Feb, 21:21
To the makers of Dhoadhi – give them their flowers
Premiere night responses from industry veterans and first-time viewers.
31 Jan, 14:44
Nasheed isn't a hero. MDP isn’t left-wing.
Your idols are right-wing capitalists.
29 Jan, 15:01
The US$ 500 million reckoning in April: what is a sukuk and why does it matter?
A guide to the Maldives' debt crunch in plain English.
28 Jan, 16:21
Tourist entitlement: Maldives is not your content set
From whale sharks to public beaches, visitors push boundaries.
27 Jan, 15:17
Maldives Independent
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