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The Maldives presidential race 2028 heats up as Abdulla Shahid steps in: Can his MDP bid change the 2028 race?

Maldives (Commonwealth Union)_ Abdulla Shahid’s decision to seek the Maldivian Democratic Party’s (MDP) presidential nomination could significantly reshape the Maldives’ 2028 presidential race. His entry adds another experienced figure to an already competitive contest and gives MDP members a choice between different styles of leadership and political experience. Shahid, a former foreign minister and former president of the United Nations General Assembly, has begun promoting his campaign by calling for a stronger and more united MDP. His message is focused largely on economic recovery, foreign investment and closer links with regional trading partners. He has also argued for greater...
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Book Reviews

The Knight’s Tale: When Two Knights Loved the Same Woman—and the Gods Took Sides

Asanga Divulweva -
It’s not just a love triangle—Chaucer’s The Knight’s Tale builds its world on this very tension, twisting it into a dramatic meditation on desire, rivalry, and the wild game of chance called Fortune. Chaucer provides us more than just wounded egos or romantic obsession. He hands us a universe where every heartache feels cosmic, where the choices of mortals are tangled with the whims of the divine, and where...
Europe

Could Andy Burnham rewire the ‘treasury brain’ to boost growth?

Roshan Abayasekara -
The PM intends to reduce the department's stranglehold on the public purse. This involves bringing long-term thinking to economic policy. Andy Burnham’s far from the 1st prime minister to dream of taming the power of the mighty Treasury. Boris Johnson all but compelled the resignation of Sajid Javid by handpicking his team; Margaret Thatcher favoured her economic adviser, Alan Walters, over Nigel Lawson. This prompted the latter’s furious resignation. The power...
Pacific

When the Fuel Lifeline Is at Risk: Fiji and Tonga Race to Secure New Pacific Supply Routes

Asanga Divulweva -
SUVA, August 21, 2026 – Fuel security has emerged as a critical issue for two Pacific Island nations that are located far apart from each other across vast stretches of ocean. Fiji and Tonga have undertaken new initiatives to partner with various fuel suppliers, as the disruption in the energy industry reveals the weaknesses of Pacific economies that are highly reliant on imported fuel. Fiji's urgency became clear during the past...
Aviation

India’s Airports Are No Longer Just for Flying—They’re Becoming Shopping Destinations

Asanga Divulweva -
NEW DELHI, India, August 21, 2026 — What passengers would typically look to buy at Indian airports may not be the same as what they will be looking forward to in the future. Going forward, they will look to buy anything from gourmet food and speciality coffee to mixed tea, wellness products, and handicrafts, or even experiences that they will remember long after their flight journey is over. The rise...
Canada and Caribbean

Why Mark Carney Asked Provinces to Bring Back U.S. Alcohol as Canada and America Near Trade Agreement

Roshan Abayasekara -
U.S. President Donald Trump said that the United States probably has a deal with Canada on Wednesday, 19 August ’26. This was a day after he delayed new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods. Also, implying that the Keystone XL pipeline may be awoken from the grave. Later in the day, Prime Minister Mark Carney met with the nation’s first ministers to discuss the details of the tentative deal. The meeting...
Technology

Can AI be used in the videography of 3D animation for social media?

Roshan Abayasekara -
AI’s now moving beyond simple text-to-video generation. AI’s transforming to become a production assistant for 3D animation. It helps creators in churning concepts, sketches, and images, besides 3D assets, into animated sequences. It may be relevant on social media due to platforms favouring frequent, visually engaging content besides short-form video. This is because both creators and brands experience pressure to produce content quickly and economically. Adobe’s current Firefly animation tools...
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