Alif Alif

Alif Alif, or Northern Ari Atoll, combines the northern part of Ari Atoll, the small Rasdhukuramathi Atoll and the isolated island of Thoddoo. Many of its islands have been inhabited since ancient times, and archaeologi…

Alif Alif Atoll (also known as Northern Ari Atoll or Ari Atholhu Uthuruburi) is an administrative division of the Maldives. It was created on March 1, 1984, combining northern section of Ari Atoll, the small Rasdhukuram…

A raised bed in the courtyard, a community garden or simply swapping cuttings and seeds: gardening connects generations. People without a garden of their own are often happy to share a bed. Do you have plants, tools or …

Snow and ice are a real challenge for older or unwell neighbours. If you're clearing your own path anyway, you can often do a few metres more. Sharing a bag of grit between several houses saves effort too. Who in Alif A…

Moving for training or university is exciting, but it can feel a bit lonely at first. Sports groups, choirs, youth clubs or volunteering are great ways to meet people quickly. And sometimes just saying hi here is enough…

Sport doesn't have to mean pressure. Bouldering, skating, volleyball in the park or running with friends: the main thing is that you enjoy moving. Many clubs offer free taster sessions. What sport is popular in Alif Ali…

Festivals, customs and small rituals connect people across decades. Which tradition in Alif Alif Atoll means the most to you, and do you take part yourself? Tell us about it in the comments!

So many nice things happen that never make the papers: a lost wallet returned, a new shop opening, a lovely celebration. What good news from Alif Alif Atoll would you like to share this week? We look forward to your pos…

A sunrise over the rooftops, a front garden in bloom or a funny sign: home is full of great pictures. Show us your best photo of the week from Alif Alif Atoll and tell us briefly where you took it!

“To travel hopefully is a better thing than to arrive.” — Robert Louis Stevenson

REMEMBER me when I am gone away, Gone far away into the silent land; When you can no more hold me by the hand, Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay Remember me when no more day by day You tell me of our future th…

“How would you like your hair cut?” – “In silence, please.”

Lots of things in town only work because people give their time for free. Where do you volunteer in Saint John, Antigua and Barbuda, and where could more helping hands be useful? Tell us about it and inspire others to j…