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Rescuer dies as authorities search for bodies of missing Italian divers

Five Italians died in the Maldives while reportedly "attempting to explore caves at a depth of 50 metres," the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said earlier this week.

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Husband of Maldives diving victim said she was ‘among the best divers on earth’

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The Independent UK

Husband of Maldives diving victim claims ‘something must have happened’ as sole survivor escaped death through moment of luck

Monica Montefalcone’s husband said she was ‘among the best divers on earth’

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Five Italians die in Maldives cave diving tragedy

Rescue teams in the Maldives continued recovery operations after the country’s deadliest diving accident killed five Italian divers.

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Authorities search waters in the Maldives for 4 Italians killed in a cave dive after 1 body found

Maldivian authorities are conducting a high-risk search for four Italian divers who died in a scuba accident in a deep underwater cave

The Independent UK

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.

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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

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

Evening Standard

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

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Evening Standard

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

How else do you improve upon heaven, wonders David Ellis

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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.

The Independent UK

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?

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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

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.

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

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