On the northern edge of the Maldives, lies H.dh Vaikaradhoo, with a rich history of fertile lands and agricultural significance. Despite the country’s land scarcity, Maldivians are passionate about cropping their own fare. H.Dh Vaikaradhoo has a long history o...
It was a time when, foreign vessels were allowed to infilterate into the Maldivian sea and get as much of fish as they want. This was the main reason why the Maldivian Coast guard was formed and came into surface as early as 01 January 1980. At the early time...
Our forefathers used to say that, the time of the pandemic upon the humans is a wrath from god. For some, it might be a wrath, while for others it might also be a blessing. (Bukhaaree 5734, Al Tabary 2/116, Fathul Baaree 6/512) The story of the pandemic tha...
Painting and artistry is a common talent mastered by many Maldivians across the country. Some hone their flair for art for fun while others do it to earn something out of it. Despite a few people who believe painting cannot earn a decent salary, there are more...
From south of the country to the north, Maldives is buzzing with commendable talent. Social media platforms are filled to the brim with pictures and videos of people showcasing their talents and some of these creative works are leaving onlookers stupefied....
Following COVID-19’s lockdown, one of the things that kept people busy, were building recreational grounds and places to unwind; usually at beach. H.Dh. Nolhivaranfaru youth too joined this unofficial movement to build safe spaces to wind down, and have suc...
“The journey to Male’ began on ‘Kaleyfaanube’s Fehendhoo Ba’theli’ a traditional, sturdy Dhow that carried passengers to the capital. My mother, my brothers—Ali and Mubarik— and I were boarded on the vessel. I was young, so were my brothers. Mubarik was not ev...
President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, in his 100 day pledge, has vowed to conserve– in accordance with international standards– at least one island, one reef, and one wetland in each atoll. As per this pledge, Bodu Thiladhunmathi houses 11 of these conserved are...
A mother takes her son to the outskirts of the land to edge of the sea. She shows him a great city. A city filled with exquisite beauty and magnificence and historical importance. Then she would tell the young boy that he would one day conquer the city, for...
News of the death of a teenager due to bubonic plague caused by eating a marmot (species of rodent) has caught headlines, following the recent outbreak of the disease in Inner Mongolia in China which has put Chinese authorities on alert. This article provides...
President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, in his 100 day pledge, has vowed to conserve– in accordance with international standards– at least one island, one reef, and one wetland in each atoll. As per this pledge, Bodu Thiladhunmathi houses 11 of these conserved are...
Sikundi Kulhi, found in Shaviyani Milandhoo, is a freshwater body with a total area of 11,700 m2. The kulhi gets its name from the abundant amount of freshwater shrimp (dingaa) found in it. Locals refer to the shrimp as ‘sikundi’, which led to the name Sikundi...
The spectacular island, lagoon and reef of HDh Nolhivaranfaru is home to some of the most stunning sunsets, mesmerizing beaches and a beautiful mangrove. This island which experienced population consolidation in the past with people of HDh Faridhoo, Kunburudho...
It is usually Addu at the southern tip of the Maldives that is renown for the British presence. Most people overlook the fact that the British also had a base in the northern tip of the Maldives, even if it was fleeting. In 1945, the British established a stag...
In the 1980s, it was in the interest of the Japanese Government to build three radar stations in the Maldives to track ships in Maldivian waters. While deciding where to base these stations, the first location considered was in Hdh. Hanimaadhoo. However, build...
