Politics
A WHO rate, unseen studies and a U-turn: Maldives makes cigarettes cheaper
From tobacco-free vows to half-price packs in 20 months.
02 Jul, 17:27
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Invest a dollar, lose a dollar? What BML's new scheme really does
Critics say the 25 percent return is the black market premium in disguise.
01 Jul, 17:40
Environment
Back to the drawing board: why is the government re-zoning protected sites?
Conservationists concerned over spate of boundary changes.
30 Jun, 18:00
MDP must practice what it preaches on council transparency
Accountability has to improve following opposition election success.
29 Jun, 13:30
How old age is raising new questions for the Maldives
Is the country prepared for an ageing population?
28 Jun, 15:30
Hulhangu, by Little Faratas n Monkey – an album that changed everything
A look back at a record that altered modern Maldivian music.
27 Jun, 15:00
Suicides reach 10-year high as mental health system plays catch-up
Police record 35 suicides and more than 500 attempts in 2025.
25 Jun, 16:49
