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Maldives First Country to Achieve ‘Triple Elimination’ of Congenital HIV, Syphilis and Hepatitis B
The Maldives has become the first country in the world to eliminate the mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B, according to a news release from the World Health Organization (WHO). This latest WHO validation...
Owner: Mike Hennessy Jr.
From The Homeland To The Motherland: A Beauty Pilgrimage With The Coco de Mer
It’s easy to create preconceived notions about the continent of Africa and what we may assume it to be. But you have to abandon those ideas when you make a visit. The next destination Black women who love to travel should add to their list isn’t...
Owner: Richelieu Dennis
Maldives achieves global first in eliminating maternal transmission of three diseases
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Maldives Voice
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The Maldives has made global history by becoming the first country in the world to achieve the elimination of maternal transmission of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B, a milestone officially validated by the World Health Organization (WHO). The...
Owner: Mohamed Sauzam & Shafraz Ahmed Hussain
The St. Regis Maldives to Welcome Tash & Andre for Exclusive Wellness Residency
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MALDIVES – October 15, 2025 – The St. Regis Maldives invites guests to a transformative wellness journey with world-renowned Master Pilates Instructor Tash Barnard and distinguished Performance & Wellbeing Coach Andre Barnard. From November 3 to...
Owner: Ismail Hameed & Ismail Shifraz
Maldives becomes 1st country to achieve triple elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, Syphilis, Hepatitis B: WHO
Colombo [Sri Lanka], October 14 (ANI): The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Monday validated the Maldives as the first country in the world to achieve the triple elimination of mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis...
Owner: The Tribune Trust
Celebrate Halloween in style at InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is set to transform into a realm of moonlit enchantment this October, unveiling a Spooktacular line-up of Halloween-inspired experiences for guests of all ages. From imaginative family activities to...
Owner: Ibrahim Mahudhee
Ifuru Island Maldives Unveils Kai: A Dynamic New Teppanyaki Experience
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The islandchief
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Ifuru Island Maldives proudly announces the launch of Kai, an exciting new addition to its culinary scene, offering guests an authentic Japanese teppanyaki dining experience with a Maldivian twist. At Kai, guests gather around the communal teppan...
Owner: Ismail Hameed & Ismail Shifraz
Maldives world's 1st country to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B
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The Morung Express
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New Delhi, October 13 (IANS): In a landmark public health achievement, Maldives has become the first country in the world to achieve ‘triple elimination’ of mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of hepatitis B, HIV and syphilis, the World Health...
Owner: Akum Longchari
Maldives vs Tajikistan Prediction and Betting Tips | 14th October 2024
Maldives host Tajikistan in Male on Tuesday for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers, aiming to get their first point across the board. In three games so far, the Red Snappers have lost every single time to sit at the bottom of the Group A standings...
Owner: Nitish Mittersain
Maldives sets global health benchmark
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Sun Online International
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially recognized the Maldives as the first country in the world to achieve “triple elimination” of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B. In a press release issued on Sunday,...
Owner: Ahmed Siyam
Maldives Becomes First Country To Achieve ‘triple Elimination’ Of Mother-to-child Transmission Of HIV, Syphilis And Hepatitis B
In a landmark public health achievement, the World Health Organization (WHO) has validated the Maldives for eliminating mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of hepatitis B, while maintaining its earlier validation (in 2019) for EMTCT of HIV and...
Owner: The National Tribune Australia
Ooredoo Maldives Launches Google Workspace to Empower Local Businesses
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The Maldives Journal
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Ooredoo Maldives has announced a strategic collaboration with Google Cloud to introduce Google Workspace services to businesses across the Maldives, marking a significant step forward in the country's digital transformation journey. The...
Owner: Shifzan Ahmed, Ahmed Azaan Marzooq, Noorul Huda Hassan & Ahmed Ibrahim
Ahmed Naish on Maldives’s controversial new media regulation law: State of Southasia #34
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Himal Southasian
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In this episode of State of Southasia, Ahmed Naish, editor of the Maldives Independent, talks to Nayantara Narayanan about the provisions of concern in the new law, including the creation of a commission that will act as a “super regulator”, the...
Owner: Kanak Mani Dixit
U.S. issues new Maldives travel alert over possible terror attacks
The U.S. State Department has issued a new travel advisory for the Maldives, urging American travelers to “exercise increased caution” amid concerns over potential terrorist activity. The revised Level 2 advisory, released on October 7, 2025,...
Owner: Ian Bell & Dan Gaul
Maldives becomes the first country to achieve ‘triple elimination’ of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B
In a landmark public health achievement, the World Health Organization (WHO) has validated the Maldives for eliminating mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of hepatitis B, while maintaining its earlier validation (in 2019) for EMTCT of HIV and...
Maldives needs an ‘earthquake’ to eradicate corruption
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Sun Online International
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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...
Owner: Ahmed Siyam
Maldives Crowned Indian Ocean’s Best Island at Condé Nast Traveller 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards
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The Maldives has been crowned the Best Island in the Indian Ocean at the Condé Nast Traveller 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, reaffirming its standing as one of the world’s most sought-after tropical destinations. Announced on 7 October 2025, the...
Owner: Non-transparent
Ooredoo Maldives launches Google Workspace for local businesses
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Raajje
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Ooredoo Maldives has partnered with Google Cloud to introduce Google Workspace to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and large businesses across the country. This new offering reflects Ooredoo’s ongoing commitment to equipping local...
Owner: Ahmed Saleem
From hashtags to human connection: Experts at GM Forum 2025 explore how Maldives can win digital traveller
At the ninth edition of the Hotelier Maldives General Managers Forum 2025, a panel of distinguished industry leaders came together to discuss “Destination Marketing in the Digital Era: Building Maldives’ Global Presence Beyond the Beach.” The...
Owner: Ibrahim Mahudhee
Trip.com’s Ru Yi at Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2025: AI, connection and future of travel
At the ninth edition of the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2025, Ru Yi, Assistant Vice President of International Markets, APAC at Trip.com Group, delivered a keynote address titled ‘Travel in the Age of Digital Transformation.’...
Owner: Ibrahim Mahudhee