Thilamalé Bridge slips behind schedule as marine works stall
Marine works on the Thilamalé Bridge have slipped, pushing the expected completion date later in 2026.
By Ibrahim Nazim
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Maldives settles USD 500m sukuk as reserves fall sharply
The government fully settled its USD 500 million sukuk in April 2026, drawing on the Sovereign Development Fund and reserves.
By Ibrahim Nazim
Parliament Passes Decentralisation Bill After Marathon Session
The long-debated measure hands atoll and island councils broader authority over local budgets, though questions remain about how it will be funded.
By Ibrahim Naseer
National Futsal Side Books Its Place in the Regional Final
A disciplined second-half performance was enough to see the team through a tense semi-final.
By Yoosuf Shakir
Central Bank Holds Rates Steady as Inflation Eases
Policymakers kept borrowing costs unchanged, pointing to signs that price pressures are cooling faster than expected.
By Hassan Adam
What a Ferry Timetable Reveals About Island Life
A sample service story showing how transport, work and family routines can be explained with clarity and useful context.
By Fathimath Saairaa
Indian Ocean Neighbours Deepen Ties on Maritime Security
New cooperation on patrols and information-sharing reflects a region taking closer stock of its shared waters.
By Ibrahim Naseer
Coral Nurseries Show Early Signs of Recovery Off Baa Atoll
Divers monitoring transplanted colonies report encouraging growth, though scientists caution against reading too much into a single season.
By Aishath Rasheed
The Economics of a Quieter Off-Season
An illustrative analysis of how small businesses plan for seasonal swings without losing sight of workers and local customers.
By Fathimath Saairaa
The Case for Protecting Malé's Last Public Gardens
In a city short on space, the few remaining green corners are worth more than the land they sit on.
By Mariyam Waheed
A Boduberu Revival Finds Its Rhythm With a New Generation
Young performers are carrying the island drumming tradition into new venues without letting go of its roots.
By Mariyam Waheed
A New Generation Records the Words an Island Remembers
A fictional culture feature used to demonstrate narrative pacing, pull quotes and a distinct editorial desk.
By Fathimath Saairaa