Fire destroys two homes in Taveuni, one injured
An early morning fire tore through the remote village of Solove in Qeleni, Taveuni, yesterday, destroying two homes and a vehicle, leaving eight family members displaced,
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Sanae Takaichi becomes Japan’s first female Prime Minister
For many young girls in Japan today, the image of Sanae Takaichi taking the helm of power as Japan’s first ever female leader is powerful and formative. It mean
Claims of waste discharge from Tavua Hospital spark investigation
Concerns over the alleged discharge of waste from the Tavua hospital into the Nasivi river was raised during the Fijian Media Association’s 'Meet the Public and th
Late Peter ToRot becomes Papua New Guinea’s first saint
Papua New Guinea is celebrating a historic moment as the late local preacher Peter ToRot, born in 1912 and died in 1925, has been officially declared a saint by the Catho
Moala Village elder calls for better disaster support for persons with disabilities
Calls for inclusive and community-driven climate resilience were at the heart of a moving address delivered by Moala Village elder and disability advocate Nemani Susu.
Police urge public to stay vigilant against digital impersonation
The Police Force is urging members of the public to disregard any communication from a police officer, requiring the sharing of personal information, particularly via mes
Limp Bizkit bassist Sam Rivers Dies at 48
Sam Rivers, bassist with nu metal band Limp Bizkit, has passed away, according to a statement issued by his bandmates yesterday. The remaining members of Limp Bizkit d
IFRC President makes historic visit to Fiji
A traditional welcoming ceremony was accorded to the global president of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) Kate Forbes this morn
New project launched to tackle maternal health, HIV, and gender-based violence in Fiji
Fiji has a Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) of 48.1 deaths per 100, 000 live births, a clear sign that critical gaps in sexual and reproductive health care still exist.
From helping his aunt to running his own shop: Ritesh Lal set to shine at Makete Fashion Show
What began as helping his aunt Pushpa with sewing many years ago has turned into a full-time profession for 34-year-old Ritesh Lal, who now runs his own tailoring shop at
New morgue for Tavua hospital by July 2026
A former councillor and representative of the Tavua Ratepayers and Citizens Association, has called for urgent improvements to Tavua’s infrastructure, especially t
Landowners demand mining reform, government promises review
Revising the Mining Act 1965 is not an overnight job. This was highlighted by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka during the Fijian Media Association Town Hall Meeting at t
From prison to the runway: Sachin Sharma to showcase first men’s collection at Makete Show
Former inmate Sachin Sharma is preparing to make a remarkable debut as a fashion designer at this Saturday’s Makete Fashion Show, where he will showcase his first-
Fiji men’s basketball team thrashes Vanuatu 123-61 in FIBA Melanesian Cup match
The Fiji men’s basketball team secured a commanding 123-61 victory over Vanuatu at the FIBA Melanesian Cup today. Tyrone McLennan finished the game with a compe
12,000 Fijians covered under parametric insurance scheme
In a bid to strengthen disaster preparedness and recovery in vulnerable communities, a parametric insurance initiative is now benefitting over 12,000 Fijians through coop
Gaza ceasefire sealed: Nearly 2,000 prisoners freed, captives returned
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a historic ceasefire agreement today, aimed at bringing lasting peace to the Middle East, following the signing of a multi-party
League legend calling on All Blacks to sign Reece Walsh for $5M a year
A New Zealand rugby league legend has called on the All Blacks to try and sway Broncos superstar Reece Walsh to rugby union with a massive $5 million offer. Former Kiwis,
Fiji faces annual disaster losses of US$79M, UN calls for urgent action
Fiji alone faces an average annual loss of US$79 million, or 2.6 percent of its GDP, due to disasters. This has been highlighted by United Nations Resident Coordinator
Badminton brings Fiji together on Independence Day at Yat Sen School
The spirit of Fiji Day was brought to life through high-energy rallies and cross-cultural camaraderie at the Chinese Ambassador’s Cup Championship - Fiji Day Badmi
Fijian filmmaker Koroivulaono champions Pacific stories through film
Fijian filmmaker Elizabeth Koroivulaono has emerged as one of the Pacific’s most authentic voices in storytelling, using her lived experiences and creative talents
Kamikamica to captain Fiji Bati at Pacific Championships
Melbourne Storm star Tui Kamikamica is set to lead the Vodafone Fiji Bati at this year's Pacific Championships. According to NRL, the forward is desperate to bury the pai