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UN Human Rights Council Extends LGBTQ Rights Expert’s Mandate
Out South Florida
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The U.N. Human Rights Council on July 7 extended the mandate of the United Nations’ independent LGBTQ rights expert for another three years. The resolution passed with 29 countries (Albania, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Chile, Colombia,...
Dystopia or Utopia? The futuristic visions driven by billionaires
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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July 19, 2025
We see futuristic cities in movies and read about them in books — but plans for them already exist. From floating metropolises to living laboratories, the proposals aim to serve as a blueprint for future urban developments, combating climate...
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives welcomes celebrity trainer Faisal Abdalla for PMA Island Fitness Residency
Maldives Insider
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July 10, 2025
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives, a haven for wellness seekers, has announced the upcoming PMA Island Takeover with Faisal Abdalla, a transformative 7-day fitness residency taking place from July 22 to 28, 2025. This immersive program invites...
All 65 countries where it’s illegal to be LGBTQ+ in 2025, including the UAE and Mali
Pink News
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July 9, 2025
How many countries is it still illegal to be gay in 2025? More than you’d think, probably. Since we last updated this list, Mali has criminalised LGBTQ+ activity and Trinidad and Tobago have re-criminalised it, although more positively, Namibia...
Francesco Pompilio: Shaping Centara’s vision at Machchafushi, Ras Fushi Maldives
Hotelier Maldives
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July 10, 2025
Francesco Pompilio’s journey in the hospitality industry reads like a tapestry woven with global experiences, cultural understanding, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Now serving as Cluster General Manager for Machchafushi Island Resort...
Dusit International opens first Maldives all-inclusive resort
Sleeper
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July 9, 2025
DusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives is preparing to open its doors, marking the group’s first all-inclusive lifestyle resort and its second Dusit-branded property in the country, complementing the luxury Dusit Thani Maldives. Set to soft open in July 2025,...
Sustainable July 2025 at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru & Dhawa Ihuru: Celebrating Ocean Conservation, Culture & Island Legacy for Maldives’ Independence Day
The islandchief
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As Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru marks its 30th year as a pioneer of barefoot eco-luxury in the Maldives, July brings a meaningful celebration of sustainability, culture, and community—honouring a legacy deeply rooted in environmental stewardship and...
Indulge In These Enticing Land-Based Activities In The Maldives
Forbes
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Long stretches of sandy beach at Siyam World to stroll or horseback ride. Siyam World With its pristine white sandy beaches, scenic overwater villas and the surrounding cerulean-hued waters of the Indian Ocean, the Maldives attracts visitors from...
UN votes to renew LGBTQ+ expert’s mandate just after the US withdrew from Human Rights Council
LGBTQ Nation - California
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July 8, 2025
The U.N. Human Rights Council voted yesterday to extend the term of its current expert on LGBTQ+ rights by three years. The LGBTQ+ rights expert, South African author and scholar Graeme Reid, investigates human rights abuses against LGBTQ+ people...
Sun Siyam Resorts introduces apprenticeship programme for Maldivians
Travel Daily Media
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July 8, 2025
Sun Siyam Resorts and the Maldivian Ministry of Higher Education teamed up to launch the Sun Siyam Apprenticeship Programme. This collaborative effort is in line with the Sustainable and Integrated Labour Services (SAILS) Project, a World...
I ditched UK for ‘Europe’s Maldives’ with fab beaches & £1 beer…childcare’s FREE & bills cost less than KFC Family Feast
The Scottish Sun
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July 8, 2025
IT’S known as the “Maldives of Europe” thanks to its stunning white sand beaches and crystal clear turquoise waters. Add to that an insanely cheap cost of living that's a jaw-dropping 61 per cent lower than the UK, and it was a no-brainer for...
Maldives Launches First-Ever Investor Visa Program
finews.asia
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July 3, 2025
The Maldives is opening its doors to global investors, not just sun-seeking tourists. In a historic move to broaden its economic horizons, the island nation has partnered with Henley & Partners to launch its first residence by investment program,...
Germany’s education minister suggests classroom cap on immigrant pupils
The National News
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Germany’s education minister has sparked heated debate after suggesting the proportion of migrant children in each school classroom could be capped at 30 or 40 per cent. Karin Prien’s comments have drawn criticism from opposition parties and...
Inside the 'Maldives of Scotland' with white sand beaches and clear waters
Liverpool Echo
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July 8, 2025
Lauren Haughey Lifestyle and Money Reporter 11:03, 08 Jul 2025 If you're yearning for the Maldives but your budget won't stretch that far, don't despair. A couple has accidentally discovered what's been dubbed the 'Maldives of Scotland' during a...
"Writers must be noble defenders of religion & nation"
The Press Maldives
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July 8, 2025
President Muizzu/Photo: President's Office President Dr Mohamed Muizzu says writers must serve as noble defenders of their religion, their nation, and their homeland, guided by a deep sense of responsibility and a shared commitment to national...
2ofus appointed Visit Maldives’ local ambassador
Sun Online International
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Maldivian band 2ofus, which placed second runner-up in Battle of the Bands International 2025 – one of Asia’s biggest music competitions – has been appointed inaugural ambassadors under Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Cooperation...
Maldives and Singapore sign key MoUs to strengthen bilateral cooperation
Ras Online
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President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong witnessed the signing of three memoranda of understanding (MoUs) between the Maldives and Singapore on Monday, aimed at deepening cooperation across key sectors. The signing...
Who are the out 2025 Euros LGBTQ+ Netherlands players facing the Lionesses?
Pink News
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July 7, 2025
The England team’s next UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 game is against the Netherlands, a squad with eight out LGBTQ+ players compared to the Lionesses’ six. England’s first match against France (Saturday 5 July) was disappointing as the team conceded...
Immigration seeks to locate Colombian woman
Sun Online International
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Maldives Immigration has made an announcement on Tuesday seeking to locate a young Colombian woman who is presumed to be residing in the Maldives. The woman has been identified as 35-year-old Laura Mercedes Guerra Escudero. Immigration has...
Locally Sourced, Globally Inspired: Dusit Thani Maldives Elevates Sustainable Island Dining
The islandchief
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Renowned as a leading luxury resort in Maldives, Dusit Thani Maldives is redefining what it means to dine sustainably. At the heart of its culinary philosophy is a commitment to sourcing locally and responsibly, creating exceptional, globally...