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Summer Island Maldives Wins 'Best Luxury Romantic Resort in North Male’ Atoll' at the 2025 Luxury Lifestyle Awards
Summer Island Maldives has been recognised at the Luxury Lifestyle Awards as the Best Luxury Romantic Resort in North Male’, Maldives for 2025 — a testament to its barefoot charm, exceptional service, and dedication to creating unforgettable...

Summer Island Maldives recognised among world’s Best Luxury Romantic Resorts
Summer Island Maldives has been recognised as the Best Luxury Romantic Resort in North Malé Atoll, Maldives for 2025 by the Luxury Lifestyle Awards, a distinction that reflects the resort’s barefoot elegance, exceptional service, and commitment to...

A magical underwater world at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
The Maldives’ charm isn’t just in its paradise beaches or its agreeable all-year-round climate. There’s also the colourful marine life that lurks in the ocean. Manta rays, black-tipped sharks and iridescent needlefish leisurely sauntering around...

Maldives needs an ‘earthquake’ to eradicate corruption
The Maldives needs a strong ‘earthquake’ to eradicate the corruption gripping the country, says former President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom. During a townhall meeting on Sunday night by Yameen’s People’s National Front (PNF), the former Maldivian...

Love, horror movies and Hong Kong-China match
Modern football is no longer confined to the goal line and touchline. It is a contest of technology, psychology, words and tactics — at times even of shrewd manoeuvring. The match Bangladesh played against Hong Kong-China could easily have been...

Blue Lagoon: A Safe and Child-Friendly Haven for Modern Families in the Maldives
In an era where city living often limits open space and family time, Blue Lagoon stands out as a one-of-a-kind residential development that brings back what truly matters — a safe, healthy, and joyful environment for children and families. This...

Hardik Pandya’s girlfriend Mahieka Sharma hints at something exciting after skipping Lakmé Fashion Week 2025; read
If there’s one couple currently stealing the spotlight, it’s Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya and model Mahieka Sharma. After months of speculation, the two made things official by sharing adorable pictures from their recent beach getaway to...
World : IIUM Discusses Collaboration In Higher Education With Maldives President
NEW DELHI, Oct 12 (Bernama) -- A delegation from the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) met Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu in Male on Sunday to explore avenues for collaboration in advanced studies and higher education. According...

Discover ‘Around the World’ festivities at JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa
As 2025 draws to a close, JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa invites guests to celebrate ‘Around the World’ — a spectacular festive season inspired by global cultures and culinary traditions, set against the serene beauty of the Maldivian seascape....

How to watch Rinderknech vs Vacherot: live stream Shanghai Masters final 2025 online, start time, what TV channel?
Watch Shanghai Masters 2025 live streams, as Arthur Rinderknech takes on Valentin Vacherot in a blockbuster cousin vs cousin final on Sunday, October 12. They're due on Stadium Court not before 4.30pm BST / 11.45am ET. If you put money on...

Woman goes snorkelling in the Maldives couldn't believe her eyes after 'rare' sighting
Christine Younan Deputy Editor Social Newsdesk 12:29, 12 Oct 2025 Tasha was travelling in the Maldives when she came across the sighting(Image: AFP via Getty Images) A trip to the Maldives can be unforgettable but when you come across a rare...

'Lucky' woman goes snorkelling in the Maldives and makes 'super rare' sighting
A journey to the Maldives can be utterly unforgettable, but when you encounter a rare sighting, it truly becomes the crowning glory of an extraordinary holiday.There's an abundance of activities available on the islands, ranging from water sports...

I took my gamer teenagers to the Maldives where there wasn’t a console in sight
Who doesn’t feel like a big kid when driving a bright blue oversized car in the ocean? (Picture: Claie Wilson) I have a video on my phone that captures our last family holiday perfectly. Looking skyward, a palm tree’s leaves sway gently against a...

Maldives Travel Warning: Is Your Dream Holiday Now a Terrorist Target?
Imagine the Maldives: turquoise waters lapping against the stilts of overwater villas, a destination synonymous with the perfect, serene escape. This idyllic image, however, has been clouded by a recent travel advisory citing potential terrorist...

New era of sustainable luxury: Veligandu Maldives now fully powered by solar energy
Veligandu Maldives Resort Island has reached a significant milestone in its sustainability journey with the successful completion and full operation of its Solar Energy Initiative—a major advancement towards cleaner and greener island living....

U.S. Advises Travelers to Use Caution in Islamic Maldives ‘Due to Terrorism’
The U.S. State Department is warning travelers about going to the Maldives, raising its travel advisory to a level two. In its advisory on Tuesday, officials advised people to “Exercise increased caution in Maldives due to terrorism.” The...

Welcome to the Maldives of Europe: This hidden gem has white-sand beaches, turquoise waters and bargain prices. Our travel expert reveals exactly what you need to book
'You look like a movie star ... I'm not sure which one,' the charming hotel receptionist says, while examining my passport at check-in. I definitely don't, but if this is the famous Albanian hospitality I've heard about, I'm all for it. We're...

Sports News | 28th IITF-ATTU Asian Table Tennis Team Championships to Be Held at Kalinga Stadium
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], October 10 (ANI): The 28th IITF-ATTU Asian Table Tennis Team Championships will be held at the Athletics Centre of Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar, from 11th to 15th October, 2025. The prestigious event is being jointly...

Bikini-clad Frida Redknapp flaunts her washboard abs as she enjoys a wellness retreat in the Maldives - after Jamie revealed how son Charley felt about the arrival of another baby
Frida Redknapp showed off her incredible physique in a black bikini as she enjoyed a wellness retreat in the Maldives, after her husband Jamie revealed how son Charley felt about him welcoming a baby with her. The Swedish model, 41, shared the...

The UK’s best islands have been named and they look more like the Caribbean and Maldives
THE best islands in the UK have been revealed for 2025 and they look more like somewhere far-flung. The Isles of Scilly off the coast of Cornwall have been crowned the UK's very best. 6 The islands are known for having warm weather and white sand...