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Maldives Culture News Archive and Links October 2000 - November 2001
Popular Malé politician and historian Mohamed Nasheed sentenced without trial to 2 years and 6 months banishment
Sri Lanka's The Sunday Times interviews President Gayyoom 'What we see in the world today clearly demonstrates that terrorism has no place in civilised society'... [more] Dhivehi Link The writers and editor(s) of Sandhaanu, Maldives' most controversial Dhivehi language news magazine, have been hunted unsuccessfully for months by the Maldivian government security forces.
In its November edition, Sandhaanu claims that the recent arrest, interrogation, imprisonment, and exile of popular elected Malé politician and historian, Mohamed Nasheed, are related to attempts to suppress Sandhaanu and to silence growing dissent in Malé and the Majlis. right click, select "Save Target As..." ZIP pdf 146k or pdf 166k
With popular opposition figure Mohamed Nasheed in custody at the National Security Service headquarters, and the troublesome Majlis muzzled, the President and his NSS intimidate the capital with an attack on Malé's rats. Maldives War on Rats - satirical comment on population control
How a TV news station in tiny Qatar influences the Arab-speaking world. 'It's a very ambitious little country where quite an enlightened ruler who got the idea basically, and the opportunity came up when the Saudis put pressure on the BBC Arabic Service to close'...[ more ]
'arrested for allegedly entering Velaanaage [Malé house formerly owned by ex-President Ibrahim Nasir] and taking things without permission'... [ more ] Maldives Culture editors' note: 'both Anni and his computer were taken away for examination'... [ more ] New Link from Majid Abdul-Wahhab
'A very prominent Maldive noble family from Male, the Kakaageys had settled in Minicoy in the 19th century...' [ more ]
'The German reporter who wrote on terrorism schools in Maldives has clarified his position...' And other comment from Dhivehi Forum [ more ] Maldivian Ali Nasir, son of ex-President Ibrahim Nasir, murdered in Sri Lankan home 'He has been strangled to death at his residence...' [ more ] Fake articles and websites Our site is now called Maldives Culture, matching our url/internet address. The internet address of the authentic Maldives Culture is www.maldivesculture.com Our mirror sites, designed to bypass Maldivian government censorship, are direct copies of www.maldivesculture.com only. Readers of our mirror sites in Maldives are advised to get a trusted overseas friend to check www.maldivesculture.com to ensure they are reading authentic articles. Editors
Maldivian News Briefs September 2001 The last Majlis session of the year begins in October. There will be a debate on the budget during this session. Anni will table a bill on "Questioning cabinet ministers in the Parliament". It has been seconded by MP for Thaa, Hon. Hassan Afeef. An explosion occurred on Naifaru in early September, which caused extensive damage to a shop. President's Office denies media reports
No terrorist training in Maldives ' lies and fabricated allegations that seek to tarnish the image of the Maldives are being spread both within the Maldives and abroad...' [more] Where do the millions of dollars go?
' reliable indications that millions of US dollars in cash are taken out of the country as diplomatic cargo ...' [more] A cogent legal analysis of the 1998 Maldivian constitution reveals:
"A Structure Built on Loose Sand" 'A constitution that lacks the fundamental norms of these principles is likely to fall apart in the event of socio-economic or political turmoil, like a sandcastle tumbling down on a sandy beach...' [more] Extracts and graphics from a new publication by Peter Symes and Murray Hanewich
The story of Maldivian banknotes 'Most of the buildings are associated with the palace of the Sultan of the Maldives, known as the Court of Eterekoilu. Demolished in 1968, because it was seen as a possible rallying point for royalists, aspects of Eterekoilu have been captured for posterity on these bank notes of the first series...' [more]
Day of Judgment problems loom for Maldives' President Gayyoom 'This is what happens to anyone the regime dislikes. All the basic rights of the people are subject to the powers of the police. This is the rule of the fist. A fist which smashes the power of the law.'...[ more ] Maldives island revolt over satellite TV reception prompts amphibious assault by police and troops
'Reports from the island say the child was kicked by one of the officers, knocking his head. The young boy is said to be still in a coma. His father was taken away.' [ more ] Zipped version of this report available here
'Even when we are young, asking questions and being curious is seen as a bad thing. Everything is something that shouldn't be talked about - especially when it comes to politics and the government.' [ more ] Curses, congratulations and corruptions 'O Allah remove such hypocrite sinners from us'... 'Maldivian women get harassed on the road all the time!'... 'Maldivian Treasury does not belong to Gayyoom, Nasreena and Yameen'... [ more ]
Latest Maldivian History translation at Majid's website A powerful new book on Dhivehi culture Xavier Romero-Frias THE MALDIVE ISLANDERS - A Study of the Popular Culture of an Ancient Ocean Kingdom
'Maldivian people opposing arabization are in a very vulnerable position, because they are easily, and conveniently, singled out as opponents of Islam. In a perverse paradox, the alien-based ideology of Islam in Maldivian government propaganda is equalled with patriotism.' [ more ] Five months banishment for fanditha man after magic used for soccer win in Malé competition
Sex and the Law in Maldives Part 1
Temporary marriage breaks a troubled knot, and brings a woman new happiness [more] 'Shocking acts committed' - Police want to see improvement [more] Film star and TV producer sentenced for perjury in adultery and finger raising case [more]
Why history is for fools and heroes in Maldives
Using the internet to breathe life into Maldivian history [more] Romance blooms among foreign domestic servants
Harassment of women on Malé streets - Police warn abusive men
Dhiraagu price reduction promotions 'misleading' 'A monopoly gone bad, the rich get the benefits and the poorer end up worse' [more] Maldivian begs for charity after he is crushed under dhoani and spinal cord snapped in horrifying accident 'My biggest worry is what will happen to my wife and children if I die'... [more] Why do Maldivians complain about their phone bills?... Cultural change in Maldives - the people of Giraavaru Life in Malé for the new Giraavaru generation. Customs and fashion unchanging among old Giraavaruans. Notes from the NSS desk 'My superiors made me lie and torture innocent people to win convictions' [more] Hot Links
Maldives Flag story!
Maldives - seasonal fevers Waitressing, wearing mini-skirts, and exploring relationships - Young Maldivian women in Malé 2000
Overseas Maldivians In Conspiracy? 'In the name of human rights and democracy, and making attractive these ideals which have never been achieved anywhere in the world, a small group is now trying to lead Maldivians into the wilderness....' [more] Maldivian Law Translations from the Statutes and Penal Code of Maldives [more] Tourism Industry Needs Cultural Flavour 'It is up to us to organise things so that tourists spend money in Maldives, and leave more dollars here...' [more] Suicide in Iguraidhoo 'When they saw the body they ran screaming. Then a lot of people went there, and someone filmed the scene on video...' [more] Lost in Indian Ocean - Maldivians threatened with guns and knives by passing ships |
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