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NewsSix weeks since Muizzu last met reporters
President Mohamed Muizzu has failed to hold a press conference for six weeks, breaking his promise of weekly media briefings. Despite committing to meet reporters every Monday, he has only held eight briefings in 25 weeks. The President’s spokesperson cited a busy schedule for the absence, though critics note he has avoided the press while in Male'.
NewsWAMCO fires employees protesting over unpaid pensions
WAMCO dismissed two employees for protesting the company’s failure to deposit pension contributions for 19 months. Despite deducting funds from salaries, the state-owned firm cited unpaid debts as the reason for the lapse. The workers were fired without notice under a misconduct clause in the Employment Act.
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Police investigate man who called Muizzu a hypocrite and apostate
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Lucas released after 10-day detention for press freedom protests
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The power of the pen and the voice cannot be defeated in a prison
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STO employee dismissed for discussing "Aisha" documentary
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High Court accepts appeal against gag order on documentary
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ameen calls for unity against Muizzu regime
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Three former Presidents hold historic meeting
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Historic meeting between three ex-Presidents on Friday night
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MJA files appeal case over gag order on Adhadhu documentary
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Use of names and photos banned in Mashi Maali parade
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Journalists launch petition to repeal media control law
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Police raid Adhadhu office over Aisha documentary
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Control Commission investigates Adhadhu documentary
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MJA calls to investigate threats against Fiyaz and Shahzan
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Death threats to Adhadhu CEO and journalist
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Control Commission issues statement to defend Muizzu
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Police block MDP motorcycle rally in Male'
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