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Five Italians die during cave dive in the Maldives

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The Independent UK

5 Italian Tourists Die During Cave Dive in Maldives: 'Worst Diving Accident' in Nation's History

Five Italian nationals, including a marine biology professor, died in a diving accident in the Maldives' Vaavu Atoll, marking the deadliest such incident in the archipelago's history.

International Business Times UK

Five Italians die while exploring underwater caves in the Maldives

Distress alert raised around early afternoon on Thursday after divers failed to resurface

The Independent UK

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The ultimate travel guide to the Maldives: where to stay, what to eat and how to get around

From the best resorts to stay at, to authentic souvenirs to take home, here’s everything you need to know about holidays in the Maldives

The Guardian - UK

This surprisingly affordable Sri Lanka wellness retreat helped me completely de-stress

You could spend thousands of pounds detoxing in a European clinic, or you could head to Sri Lanka for a more gentle, deeply authentic and surprisingly great value wellness break, says Fiona McIntosh

The Independent UK

These are the most luxurious new hotels around the world, according to Travel + Leisure

This year’s ‘It List’ includes a €11,000 a night hotel in the Maldives, a six-suite tented camp in South Africa and a luxury ecolodge overlooking India’s second highest peak.

Euronews

Maldives... I owe you an apology - there's so much more to you

A trip to unsung corners of one of the world’s most visited destinations proved we haven’t really scratched the surface, says Dominique Hines

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Labour challenges Farage over cost of private jet trip to Maldives

Anna Turley questions revised £25,000 figure for failed attempt to reach Chagos Islands on jet linked to billionaire

The Guardian - UK

Maldives tells the UK it ‘will not recognise’ Chagos Islands deal

The intervention could serve as a further blow to Keir Starmer’s already beleaguered deal

The Independent UK

Ozen, the Maldives: The difference a good glass of wine makes

How else do you improve upon heaven, wonders David Ellis

Evening Standard

Luxury airline beOnd will now offer new routes linking key European capitals to the Maldives

beOnd aims to differentiate itself from the numerous foreign airlines operating in the Maldives by targeting the luxury leisure market with premium, business class-only flights.

Euronews

Business class-only airline finally announces first departure after three years

Plane Talk: Could this be the long-haul premium jet that finally corners the British market?

The Independent UK

The Best Of ‘The Ocean Photographer Of The Year’ Awards In 51 Stunning Photos

The ocean covers most of our planet, yet it remains one of the least understood places on Earth. That sense of wonder is exactly what makes the Ocean Photographer of the Year Awards so compelling. Organized by Oceanographic Magazine, the competition celebrates the beauty, mystery, and sheer scale of the…

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A week of Ayurvedic healing at the Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru

This Maldives resort has become one of the country’s top wellness destinations. Mary Lussiana checks in

Evening Standard

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The Guardian - UK

Private jet used for Nigel Farage Chagos stunt linked to Reform mega-donor

Exclusive: Plane that flew Reform leader to Maldives appears to be linked to billionaire Christopher Harborne

The Independent UK

Starmer to be accused of ‘crimes against humanity’ in legal challenge to Chagos deal

The UK government is set to face a battle in court on 13 March over Starmer’s plans to hand over the Indian Ocean islands to Mauritius focussing on the historic human rights of the Chagossians

Evening Standard

Nigel Farage claims the Maldives will launch counter-claim over Chagos Islands

The Reform UK leader, who visited the Maldives over the weekend, said they are “upset” about the UK’s Chagos deal with Mauritius.

The Independent UK

Farage says he was barred from Chagos Islands— Here’s the truth | Debunked

Nigel Farage has claimed the UK government refused him entry to the Chagos Islands. However, when approached by The Independent, the government said they were not notified in advance of his plans and were unaware he was in the Maldives until he spoke publicly.

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The Times of India

Air Arabia announces up to 40% discount on flights for Ramadan 2026

Air Arabia is offering significant discounts of up to 40% on select flights for travel between March and June 2026. Bookings must be made before February 25. This promotion covers various destinations, including popular spots like Milan, Athens, Phuket, and the Maldives, providing a budget-friendly opportunity for early planners.

The Guardian - UK

Nigel Farage accused of ‘Maga stunts’ for saying he was denied access to Chagos Islands

Reform UK leader flew to the Maldives for a day despite not having permit to visit nearby archipelago

The Independent UK

Ex-defence secretary accuses Nigel Farage of ‘performing Maga stunt’ with failed Chagos ‘aid mission’

Former defence secretary Ben Wallace hit out at Nigel Farage’s actions, saying that no MP can visit the Chagos archipelago without pre-clearance and accusing him of performing Trump-style stunts

The Guardian - UK

Uproar in the Maldives as football relegation battle decided by last-day no-show

There is uproar in the Dhiraagu Dhivehi Premier League in the Maldives after it was alleged one of the leading clubs sought to escape relegation by failing to play a match

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5 Winter Destinations Billionaires Love — and Your Cost To Visit

From St. Moritz to the Maldives, see where billionaires vacation in winter and what it costs travelers to experience these luxury escapes worldwide now.

Times Life

7 Things That Will Get Cheaper After Budget 2026

Most budgets promise relief. Very few actually change what you pay in real life. Budget 2026 is one of those rare ones that works quietly. There were no dramatic tax cuts, no loud announcements, and no instant price drops flashed across screens. Yet, beneath the fine print, the government made…

International Business Times UK

Why Did Rebecca Ferguson Ask Tom Cruise for a Helicopter During Maldives Health Scare?

Rebecca Ferguson revealed she called Tom Cruise for helicopter help after falling ill in the Maldives, highlighting their long-standing Mission: Impossible bond.

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