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ANOC select Maldives student for university place

ANOC select Maldives student for university place

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The Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC) has handed Aminath Nashida from the Maldives the opportunity to study at Seoul National University. She will form part of the Dream Together study programme in the South Korean capital. This aims to promote global development by training people to lead sport in underdeveloped countries. World-class education is […]

Shaaheen Ibrahim Didi (C) pictured with the trophy after he won the gold medal at the 51st Asian Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championships 2017.

Local bodybuilder wins gold at Asian Bodybuilding Championships

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Shaaheen Ibrahim Didi (C) pictured with the trophy after he won the gold medal at the 51st Asian Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championships 2017. Local bodybuilder Shaaheen Ibrahim Didi won gold at the 51st Asian Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championships, marking the first time a Maldivian won the gold medal at an Asian sports championship. Shaaheen […]

Surfers in Male

Boys who lost their waves

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The original video was posted on Avas Videos – Youtube, on 13th April 2017. The following is a loose translation, with added context for more understanding on the subject matter: We really do miss it. First thing in the morning without a wash or brush of teeth we would go dip in the water. Think […]