A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
The original Dhivehi article was published on Mihaaru.com website on 11 October 2018 The following is a loose translation: Five years ago, in 2013, the citizens of the Maldives elected a leader to run the country till 11 November 2018. In the hopes that this leader will protect the interest of the people and govern […]
The original Dhivehi article was published on Mihaaru.com website on 2 October 2018 The following is a loose translation: The venue where applications for flats were collected was swarming with people; however, those that were lining up on Sunday in hopes of getting a flat under the ‘Hiyaa Housing scheme’ had no guarantee. Documents in […]
The original Dhivehi article was published on Mihaaru.com website on 4th October 2018 The following is a loose translation: It is a sight commonly found in the Mediterranean sea, where refugees cross the ocean in seek of a better life in Europe. While attempting to cross the ocean in huge dinghies and boats, sometimes end […]
The original Dhivehi article was published on Mihaaru.com website on 30th September 2018 The following is a loose translation: Ever since President Abdulla Yameen lost the presidential election, talks of several state institutions destroying documents have become louder. They are accused of getting rid of evidence of corruption and embezzlement before the new government takes […]
The original Dhivehi article was published on Mihaaru.com website on 25th September 2018 The following is a loose translation: No one would disagree; President Yameen has been an exemplary leader in bringing developments. During his five year reign, he had indeed accomplished so much more in comparison to any other president during their full terms […]
The original Dhivehi article was published on VFP.mv website on 19th September 2018 The following is a loose translation: It is the lingering question of the many – who to vote in the third election, since the introduction of a multi-party system. A question to ponder. For this reason, we have been observing the rallies […]
The original Dhivehi article was published on Mihaaru.com website on 13th September 2018 The following is a loose translation: – ‘Maldives police removed MDP flags ahead of President Yameen’s visit to Kolamaafushi island.’ – ‘Maldives police removed MDP flags and shutdown their meeting halls ahead of President Yameen’s visit to Kurendhoo island.’ – ‘Maldives police […]
The original Dhivehi article was published on Mihaaru.com website on 7th September 2018 The following is a loose translation: We will begin with an island from Haa Alifu Atoll; when Elections Commission (EC) invited applicants to register as voting officials, some island locals sent in their applications. However, the EC said since they do not […]
FILE PHOTO: Secretary General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres addresses the United Nations Security Council on “mediation and its role in conflict”, during an open debate on maintenance of international peace and security at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City, New York, U.S., August 29, 2018. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly GENEVA (Reuters) – The […]