Ali Nihad
Twenty-five years in Hithadhoo. Local government, decentralisation, the Velana–Gan flight question. Co-founded Addu Times before it folded.
Recent dispatches from Ali
US Fed holds rates steady as Powell vows to stay on board until legal fight is over
The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate at 3.5–3.75 percent at what is expected to be Jerome Powell's final meeting as chair, with Powell saying he will not leave the board until legal challenges posed by the Trump administration are resolved.
Second hantavirus case confirmed aboard MV Hondius as death toll reaches three
The operator of the Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius confirmed a Dutch couple and a German national died after a hantavirus outbreak, while the WHO warned the virus may have spread between passengers.
Teen found in D4vd's car died of 'multiple injuries', medical examiner confirms
The cause of death for 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, found in the US singer's car, was determined months ago but had been blocked from public release, the medical examiner said.
Medical examiner: 14-year-old found in D4vd's car died of multiple injuries
The cause of death for Celeste Rivas Hernandez, found dead in the US singer's car, was determined months ago but withheld pending legal proceedings, the medical examiner said.
Gunfire outside correspondents' dinner sent Trump and guests diving for cover
A performer standing beside Trump said he locked eyes with the president as both lay on the ground, fearing they were about to die, after shots rang out at the event.
South Africa president suspends police chief over $21m contract
President Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended national police commissioner Fannie Masemola, citing the critical role Masemola plays in fighting crime, after Masemola faced court charges linked to a controversial health contract.
South Africa's Ramaphosa suspends police chief Fannie Masemola over $21m health contract
President Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended national police commissioner Fannie Masemola, citing Masemola's critical role in fighting crime as the reason for the move amid a controversial health contract probe.