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Journalists rise against media gag bill
As the Maldives government pushes forward a controversial bill that critics say threatens press freedom, journalists take to the streets in a rare show of defiance.

Kamadhoo Eid Ufaa 1446 - Faiy Maali Parade
Culture and community spirit comes alive at Kamadhoo island, where a fun-packed Faiy Maali Parade brought tradition to the roads of the island in a joyful celebration as part of 'Kamadhoo Eid Ufaa 1446' festivities.

Youth protest erupts in streets, demanding justice for Yumnu
Large crowds of young adults continue to gather in the streets of the capital city to protest and demand justice for 21-year-old Hawwa Yumnu Rasheed, who was found fallen on a rooftop adjacent to H. Fentenoy.

Henveiru building burned in massive fire, demolished
The public works department of the Ministry of Cities, Local Government and Public Works has begun the demolition work of H. Noohimeri, which houses Gaamagu Café where the fire broke out on Monday.

Fire breaks out inside Henveiru café
A fire broke out in Henveiru-ward of the congested capital, Malé City on Monday afternoon.

Ex-Pres. Solih’s mother laid to rest
Former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih’s mother, Moomina Hussainfulhu has been laid to rest.

Funeral of ex-president Solih’s mother
Former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih’s mother, Moomina Hussainfulhu passed away on Thursday.

Rafah turned to rubble after Israel's "limited" operation
The Israeli military invited reporters into Rafah for the first time international media was allowed to visit the city since it was invaded.

A rainy day in the Maldives capital
The capital city of Maldives, Malé experienced rain showers on Wednesday.

Condolence book opened in honor of Baka
A book of condolences has been opened in honor of the late football legend, Mohamed 'Baka' Arif.

Flag hoisting ceremony at MDP secretariat to mark 19th anniversary
Former ruling Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) held a flag hoisting ceremony at the party secretariat to mark their 19th anniversary, on Wednesday.

Four days in, fishermen's families join protest in Addu City
The fisher community in the south of Maldives is to continue protesting and demanding against the seizure of the millions in due for their catch.

Eid-al-Adha 1445 - B. Kamadhoo community gathers for Eid breakfast
The community of Kamadhoo island in Baa atoll hosted a delightful breakfast for visitors and residents of the island alike, as part of festivities to commemorate this year’s Eid-al-Adha.

Corporal Mohamed Zaidhan laid to rest
Corporal Mohamed Zaidhan has been laid to rest, with military honors.

Lawmakers of 20th People's Majlis take oath
Members of the 20th tenure of the People’s Majlis, took oath of office on Tuesday.

Schools reopen for new academic year 2024
The new academic year of 2024 has begun, with over 96,000 students.

Maldivians protest in support of Palestinians
Maldivians have been taking to the streets in support of Palestinians and to voice against funding Israel.

Man found dead in capital
A man has been found dead in Maldives’ capital, Malé City.

Malé City amid southwest monsoon showers
Maldives is currently experiencing strong activities of the southwest monsoon.

CEO of Saudi Fund for Development pays a courtesy call on Pres.
Chief Executive Officer of the Saudi Fund for Development, H.E. Sultan bin Abdul Rahman Al-Marshad, paid a courtesy call on President H.E. Dr Mohamed Muizzu this afternoon.