9 new Peace Corps volunteers begin two-year service across Fiji
A new chapter of partnership and service has begun as the Peace Corps Fiji Group 100 was officially sworn in today, marking a historic milestone in the 57-year relationsh
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We expect Police to bring strong competition on Wednesday-Vakatalai
We would like them to come prepared and give us a good competition on the day. These are the words by the Manager of the Army Netball Team, Lieutenant Edward Vakatalai
Pope appeals to Hollywood to help preserve the cinema experience
Pope Leo XIV has told a group of leading Hollywood actors and filmmakers that more should be done to protect struggling neighbourhood cinemas in order to preserve the sha
Trusted by mothers across Ra: Maternity hospital celebrates 55th anniversary
The Ra Maternity Hospital has celebrated 55 years of operation, marking a significant milestone in maternal healthcare in Ra Province. At just $30 for admission and de
New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd shot, in critical condition
Kris Boyd, a cornerback for the American football team the New York Jets, was shot in the abdomen early Sunday. According to BBC News, the 29-year-old is in critical c
From selling bottles to becoming a lawyer
Gyaneshwar Pillay, who once left school in Year 6 to collect beer bottles for money, has now been officially admitted to the bar at the High Court in Suva last week, mark
Provincial officers developing plans to strengthen communities
Ministry of iTaukei Affairs’ submission to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Social Affairs on its 2022–2023 Annual Report, Permanent Secretary Jone N
Fiji teen paddler earns Libra sponsorship for Vaka Eiva 2025
Youth paddling sensation Iris Bentley Fisher has secured major sponsorship from Essity, through its feminine care brand Libra, as she prepares to compete at Vaka Eiva 202
Lobau residents return home as floodwaters recede
Residents of Lobau Village in Navua are returning to their homes after earlier floodwaters forced around 60 people to take shelter in the village hall. Speaking to fij
Public urged to prepare for unplanned water cuts as heavy rain continues
People are being urged to prepare for the possibility of unplanned water cuts as adverse weather conditions continue across parts of the country. The Water Authority o
Leba Wakawaka crowned Miss Sugar 2025
With heartfelt words that moved the crowd to applause, Miss Unique Sounds, Entertainment and Events Lebaiwasa Wakawaka stepped forward as the newly crowned Miss Sugar 202
Joy as Munia Community raises $63,618.80 to reclaim ancestral island
Munia Island is ours again. These were the triumphant words echoed by the people of Munia as they celebrated the successful fundraising to reclaim their ancestral isl
Munia Island descendants unite in final push to buy back ancestral home
The people of Munia Island on Vanua Balavu in Lau gathered today in joyous celebration at the University of the South Pacific hall as they marked Munia Day, an occasion f
Vosarogo urges Flying Fijians to 'stand tall among giants' before France test
When you wear that white jersey, remember that you carry the story of a small island nation that has never been afraid to stand tall among the giants. This was the po
Russian drone strike hits Kyiv flats, killing six amid wave of attacks
A Russian drone has slammed into a block of flats in eastern Kyiv, killing six people and wounding dozens of others, during a wave of strikes throughout the Ukranian capi
Stigma and silence: Fiji warned as prostate cancer becomes leading cause of cancer deaths
96 percent of Fijian men had never been tested, and by 2018, prostate cancer had overtaken cervical cancer as Fiji’s leading cause of cancer deaths. This was re
Joseph Parker faces potential two-year ban after testing positive for cocaine
Former heavyweight world champion Joseph Parker could be facing a two-year ban after traces of cocaine were discovered in a routine test given to the Voluntary Anti-Dopin
Man charged after grabbing Ariana Grande at Singapore premiere
A man who jumped over a barricade and grabbed actress Ariana Grande at a Wicked: For Good premiere in Singapore two days ago has been charged with being a public nuisance
Westpac Fiji hosts traditional ceremony for visiting group executive
A traditional Fijian welcoming ceremony set the tone for Westpac Group’s Chief Executive of Business and Wealth, Paul Fowler, as he made his first official visit t
Ba-born law graduate becomes first lawyer in his family
Mohammed Shiyaz Soheb who hails from Ba was today admitted to the Bar at the High Court in Suva, becoming the first lawyer in his family a milestone he describes as both
Chief Justice Temo urges new lawyers to show courage and honour the Code of Ethics
Do not be afraid to come to court and fight for your client. This is the message delivered by Chief Justice Salesi Temo to the 24 newly admitted lawyers at the High C