DRP Nazim denies alleged fraud charges

Ahmed Nazim, MP for M. Dhiggaru and Deputy Speaker of the Maldives and also the Vice-President of the opposition People’s Alliance had denied fraud charges, at the first hearing on the case held today. Explaining... 

Sport

First it was 30, now Fergie wants 40!

Sir Alex Ferguson is hoping that Wayne Rooney will get him 40 goals this season. Two short of Cristiano Ronaldo’s 42-goal haul. After breaking the 30 barrier with his double in Wednesday... 

• Charity Shield: VB won the match
• Rooney inspires United romp

Politics

Endorsement of Chief of Defense Force by Parliament is a step towards a military coup – MDP MP

Mohamed Nazim, MP for Madaveli has said that PA backed amendment to the Armed Forces Act, which would subject Maldives Chief of the Defense Force to endorsement from the Parliament is a step... 

• Adhaalathu pimps itself again
• Alhaan calls on the resignation of Adhaalath cabinet ministers

Romance

I Think I’m Addicted To Sex! Understanding the Warning Signs of Sexual Addiction

Imagine living in a world where your every thought was consumed with obtaining sex. Imagine, for example, that your drive to have sex with another was so strong that it prevented you from carrying... 

• How Do You Know If Your Girlfriend Really Likes You?
• Romancing a Man: What Women Need to Know

Health

10 Surprising Health Benefits of Sex

The health benefits of sex extend well beyond the bedroom. Turns out sex is good for you in ways you may never have imagined. When you’re in the mood, it’s a sure bet that the last... 

Science & Tech

COMET-KAZE STRIKES THE SUN

At first glance it looks like aliens are using the sun for target practice. A string of bullet-shaped streaks of light appear to be shooting straight toward the sun. These are the proverbial... 

• Sony Debuts Motion-Controller for PS3
• HP mimics, mocks iPad with Slate demo video

Gaming Zone

Portal 2 Will Have Co-Op Multiplayer, Full-Price

A couple more details emerge on Valve’s upcoming mind-bending sequel. Even though Valve’s intention to make a Portal sequel has been known for some time, it was still exciting to... 

• Halo 2: Breaking up is hard to do
• Obsidian riding Wheel of Time

Entertainment

Oscar Upset: Avatar Loses to The Hurt Locker

Avatar lost the Best Picture Oscar Sunday to The Hurt Locker. Avatar filmmaker James Cameron also ceded the best director accolade to Locker director Kathryn Bigelow, who steered the Iraq... 

• Maakana Show TVM E1
• An alleged porn video of TVM newscaster leaked on the internet

Fashion

MILITARY-INSPIRED PIECES TO WEAR

Ten-hut!: Marching orders include a return to chic, military-inspired basics. GAP $55 DIANE VON FURSTENBERG $235 MANGO $95 KORS MICHAEL KORS at Browns $360 BANANA REPUBLIC $85 MARC...