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30/11/2024

70 students at the NCPD will benefit from the new training center and sensory room

70 students will now benefit from the new storage facility, refurbished sensory room,during the launch of the centralised data hub and the training center with 20 compute

NCPD

22 days ago

Severe thunderstorm warning for Northern and Western parts of Viti Levu

A severe thunderstorm warning for heavy rainfall remains in force for Northern and Western parts of Viti Levu from Rakiraki, Ba, Lautoka to Sigatoka and the rest of Viti

Weather

22 days ago

Students warned about internet dangers and drug links

As the Central Division Drug-Free Awareness Campaign has concluded, students of Saint John Bosco Primary School, Narere Primary School and Basden College were reminded ab

Drugs

22 days ago

FTUC pushes Aspen Medical for wage talks

The Fiji Trades Union Congress is calling on Aspen Medical Fiji to get to the table and negotiate with the union and resolve the workers grievances in relation to improve

FTUC

22 days ago

Fiji will now be the gateway to the world in terms of connectivity - Rabuka

Fiji will now be the gateway to the world as the groundbreaking ceremony for the Google state-of-the-art ICT facility was held today. While speaking in Natadola in Na

Government Feature

22 days ago

Health Sector Review: Fijian women live longer but face greater health challenges

Women in Fiji have a higher life expectancy than men and face a wider gap in healthy adjusted life expectancy. It has been stated in the Fiji Health Sector Review 2024

Health Feature

22 days ago

ANZ urges people about online scams during Black Friday sale

As the holiday shopping season kicks off with Black Friday this weekend, ANZ is reminding people in the Pacific to be vigilant against online scams. ANZ Regional Execu

ANZ-Bank

22 days ago

FEO signs Terms of Reference with stakeholders to combat disinformation in electoral processes

In a groundbreaking initiative for the country, the Fijian Elections Office has signed the Terms of Reference with key stakeholders for the Collaboration for the Impleme

FEO

22 days ago

Tech companies put on notice as Australia passes world-first social media ban for under-16s

Australia’s parliament has passed a world-first law banning social media for children under 16, putting tech companies on notice to tighten security before a cut-off da

World-News Social-Media

22 days ago

Sanatan Dharma celebrates 145 years in Fiji

The Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji has celebrated a historic milestone of 145 years in Fiji that reflects its enduring role as a cornerstone of the nation�

Sanatan-Dharm

22 days ago

New Levuka Market opens doors to economic growth for local farmers

Good news as the opening of the Levuka Market brings promising opportunities for the farmers of Levuka and Moturiki, offering a more stable and efficient platform for the

Municipal-Council

22 days ago

Labasa family left homeless after fire destroys 3 bedroom house

A family of three have been left homeless after their three-bedroom house was destroyed in a fire yesterday morning in Lajonia, Labasa. Sanjay Prasad says only her mot

Fire

22 days ago

$1B investment projects and climate-resilient investment opportunities post-COP29 - Prof. Prasad

The construction industry is in a good state as investment work worth more than a billion dollars is now in progress, and there is an opportunity for funding for climate-

Government Climate-Change COP29 Feature

22 days ago

Gas, fuel and kerosene prices to increase from tomorrow

People will need to pay more for fuel, gas and kerosene as prices to be increase from tomorrow. Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission has announced that the price

Gas Fuel-Prices Feature

22 days ago

Several crossings closed in the Central Division

Due to continuous heavy rainfall since last night several crossings are closed in the Central Division. This include Naboro Cocoa Road Crossing, Volata Cocoa Road Cros

Roads FRA Weather

23 days ago

8-year-old girl passes away following an accident at Edinburgh Drive

A 8-year-old girl has died following an accident along Edinburgh Drive on Thursday night. Director Traffic, Senior Superintendent of Police Mitieli Divuana says she wa

Accident

23 days ago

Trough of low pressure to affect the group throughout the weekend

A trough of low pressure associated with clouds and rain remains slow moving over the Southern and Eastern parts of the group. The Nadi Weather Office says it is expec

Weather Feature

23 days ago

29/11/2024

327 students graduate from University of Fiji

A total of 327 students celebrated the rewards of their hard work as they graduated this morning from The University of Fiji's Saweni Campus in Lautoka. The students g

Education Uni-Fiji

23 days ago

Rabuka decides to reassign Immigration Department and Police to fall under his portfolios from Sunday

Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka has decided to reassign the Department of Immigration and the Fiji Police Force to fall under his portfolio responsibilities from Sunday.

Feature Government

23 days ago

USP offers flexible, quality education across the region

The University of the South Pacific (USP) is one of the biggest multi-mode universities in the Commonwealth, offering face-to-face, blended and online learning options fo

Truck veers off Edinburgh Drive and almost goes down the cliff

A driver is counting his lucky stars after the truck he was driving veered off the road and almost went off the cliff along Edinburgh Drive in Suva this afternoon. The

Accident

23 days ago

Fiji faces serious challenges in its health system which costs $591M a year

Fiji’s health system faces serious challenges, burdened by catastrophic rates of NCDs, ailing healthcare infrastructure, and an ageing population, which means its healt

Health

23 days ago

If there is a cover-up happening in relation to QVS, it must be denounced in the strongest terms - Radrodro

Whoever it is, we will deal with those sensitive issues at that level and I’m sure if they are children of senior government people - the parents will want the rule of

QVS Feature

23 days ago

We need to look at disciplinary processes in schools - PM

Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka says it is critical to address the issue regarding the disciplinary processes in schools following reports of serious incidents raised reg

Education Feature

23 days ago

'Tis the Season to Be Merry : Nanuku Resort to host Festive Christmas Market Day this Sunday

'Tis the Season to Be Merry, and Nanuku Resort is hosting it’s Festive Christmas Market Day at Nanuku Loloma Beach in Pacific Harbour from 9am to 3pm this Sunday. Re

Christmas

23 days ago

ADB approves $199.5M to replace critical bridges in Lami, Medraukutu, Sabeto and Viseisei

The Asian Development Bank has approved a $199.5 million project that will replace critical bridges in Lami, Medraukutu, Sabeto and Viseisei to improve domestic transport

ADB

23 days ago

Speight family and Naivicula Village welcome George Speight home

A big welcome celebration is being accorded to 2000 coup leader, George Speight by the villagers of Naivicula in Tailevu today. Speight was first accorded a welcome ce

George-Speight Feature

23 days ago

Savusavu Town Council owed $470,000 in unpaid rates

The Savusavu Town Council is struggling with a significant financial strain as ratepayers owe $470,000 in arrears to the Council as of this month. The Chair, Shiu Sharm

Town-Council

23 days ago

Police officers undergo training on responding to cases of gender based violence

After concerns were raised that some police officers have refused to acknowledge the violence against women, a one day training session was conducted to train officers on

Police

23 days ago

14-year-old Ivamere Koroi reported missing

Police are requesting help in locating 14-year-old Ivamere Koroi, who has been reported missing at the Lami Police Station. They say Koroi was last seen leaving her Ve

Missing-Person

24 days ago

5 men arrested in Northern Division drug raids

Five men between the ages of 20 and 30 years have been arrested for alleged unlawful possession of illicit drugs during surge operations in the Northern Division. Assi

Police

24 days ago

Faith Ministry brings food and kindness to CWM Hospital patients

People waiting to be seen at CWM Hospital every Wednesday are being treated with love and kindness as the Faith Ministry distributes food to those who are hungry and have

CWM-Hospital fijivillage

24 days ago

Urgent action needed at QVS as Principal reveals serious bullying and assaults

Forcefully opening the wooden chest boxes of junior students of Queen Victoria School to steal belongings, physical assault during the night, burning of their feet with t

QVS Feature

24 days ago

28/11/2024

Tamavua, Sakoca, and Tacirua residents express frustration over frequent water cuts

Residents of Tamavua, Sakoca, Tacirua, Colo-i-Suva and Namadi Heights have raised concerns about ongoing water supply disruptions in their area. They say they experien

Water

24 days ago

Medicine shortage is not due to financial reasons but supply chain issues- Dr Lalabalavu

Minister for Health, Dr. Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu has confirmed today that the medicine shortage currently faced by our hospitals is not a financial problem but a supply ch

Health

24 days ago

No place for bullies and thugs at QVS, we will investigate with ODPP - Radrodro

Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro confirms they will need to initiate an urgent investigation that will need to involve independent officials from the Ministry and t

WAF Feature

24 days ago

We are facing difficulties, the budget is there – Prof. Prasad

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad admits that the coalition government is not implementing things on time in all ministries as expect

Government Economy Feature

24 days ago

Khalsa Road potholes opening up every few weeks after road works, residents and drivers demand lasting solutions

Residents and drivers continue to raise concerns about the potholes along Khalsa Road in Tacirua opening every few weeks, and they are now asking for lasting solutions.

FRA

24 days ago

Rokodrausa balances caring for bedridden mother and school to be named school Dux

Despite the challenges of caring for her bedridden mother each morning, Year 8 student Fulori Rokodrausa of Dravo District School in Tailevu has surpassed all expectation

Education

24 days ago

Commission raises concern about media reports and treatment of Grace Road Church Group

The Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission has expressed grave concern regarding recent media reports and the treatment of the Grace Road Church Group. In a s

Grace-Road Feature

24 days ago

2 injured at FHL Tower construction site

Two workers have been injured while working at the FHL Tower construction site. The Fijian Holdings Limited says the incident was reported on Monday and they will not

OHS Employment

24 days ago

South Sea Cruises Group acquires Tivua Island from Captain Cook Cruises

Fiji’s leading marine tour operator, the South Sea Cruises Group has acquired Tivua Island from Captain Cook Cruises Management Pte Ltd. In a statement, South Sea Cru

Tourism

24 days ago

Mini Job Fair in North to connect youths with potential employers

People in the North have a chance to engage with potential employers during the Mini Job Fair where 40 employers participating. While launching the fair at the Labasa

Employment

24 days ago

PM calls for blending tradition and science to sustain Pacific fisheries

It is imperative for us to look back at history and see how our forefathers managed our resources so we can learn from them and incorporate them with the modern science d

Fishing

24 days ago

Students reminded of their role in fighting societal challenges such as drugs

Students of Kalabu Primary School and CMF Primary School have been reminded of their rights as children and their responsibilities, emphasizing that they should not assum

Drugs

24 days ago

245 passengers rescued after MV Lomaiviti Princess 7 runs aground

245 passengers from the Lomaiviti Princess 7 were safely transferred to the MV Lady Daya this morning after the vessel ran aground on a reef south of Moala yesterday even

Shipping

24 days ago

Mother of 5 overcomes obstacles to graduate from Corpus Christi College

Mother of five, Miriam Vasu had to balance life between studying and attending to her children's needs to graduate today with a Diploma in Primary School Education and a

Education

24 days ago

Tamil language to be taught at Penang Sangam and Sangam Primary School

Students who wish to learn the Tamil language now have the opportunity as the High Commission of India to Fiji has launched a Tamil teaching language program at the Penan

Education

24 days ago

Police seek help in locating 74-yr-old Seruwaia Roqara

Police are seeking assistance in locating 74-year-old Seruwaia Roqara who was reported missing at the Nausori Police Station. They say Roqara was last seen on Saturday

Missing-Person Police

24 days ago

Over a dozen youths rescued from streets to be rehabilitated at Salvation Army’s new centre

More than a dozen vulnerable and at-risk young ones rescued from the streets will now be supported at the Salvation Army Kauwai Youth Restoration Service Centre in Samabu

Childcare

24 days ago

Suspended DPP Pryde withdraws from Tribunal hearing, Acting Chief Justice yet to respond

Suspended Director of Public Prosecutions, Christopher Pryde says until his salary has been restored to allow him to adequately defend himself, he is unable to attend or

DPP Feature

25 days ago

Major General Kalouniwai commends Fijian cadets for excellence abroad

The Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai, and his delegation visited the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis to meet w

RFMF

25 days ago

WAF completes 17 rural water projects in 2018 with a budget of $1.05M

17 rural water projects were completed by the Water Authority of Fiji team in 2018 with a budget of $1.05 million. This was revealed by WAF Chief Executive Officer Dr

WAF

25 days ago

27/11/2024

Meli Bainimarama handed prison sentence in Australia

Meli Bainimarama has been sentenced to 28 months imprisonment with a non-parole period of 14 months. He is the son of former Prime Minister, Voreqe Bainimarama. The

Court Feature

25 days ago

Gift of Instant Connection with Digicel Fiji

Digicel Fiji is spreading the magic of the season with its Christmas campaign, Gift of Instant Connection. Digicel Fiji says this season, let’s celebrate the power o

Digicel

25 days ago

LTA suspends two driver licences for risky behaviour

Two individuals who had uploaded videos on social media while driving and engaging in risky behaviour have had their licences suspended by the Land Transport Authority.

LTA

25 days ago

Infection prevention and control guidelines in place to deal with super-bugs - Dr Tudravu

We have processes in place like infection prevention and control guidelines to deal with super-bugs. Permanent Secretary for Health, Dr Jemesa Tudravu highlighted this

Health Feature

25 days ago

PM opens new FNU Pacific Centre for Maritime Studies

Future maritime students are set to gain valuable learning opportunities following the opening of the Fiji National University Pacific Centre for Maritime Studies buildin

FNU

25 days ago

Loss of traditional values contributing to drug abuse in iTaukei communities - Volatabu

The students of Assemblies of God and Dr. Ram Lakhan Memorial Primary School in Tacirua have been reminded of the importance of understanding who they are and their roles

Children Tradition iTaukei

25 days ago

5 to 6 children being abused daily in Fiji – Police

Many parents in our neighbouring communities especially around the city know that their children are coming on the streets, but they don't necessarily take action. As

Child-Abuse Feature

25 days ago

Police and NFA rescue two teens stranded in the Waikalou River

A 17-year-old student and an 18-year-old woman, who was stranded in the Waikalou River in Kalabu yesterday, were rescued by the quick reaction of officers at the Valelevu

Police NFA

25 days ago

More than 400 marijuana plants seized in Tacilevu

More than 400 plants believed to be marijuana were seized in the Tacilevu farming area in Naweni Village, Cakaudrove during a drug raid conducted yesterday. Assistant

Drugs Police

25 days ago

16-year-old Maiwiriwiri defies odds to graduate

16-year-old Melaia Sisilia Malani Maiwiriwiri, who was homeschooled for most of her life, has defied all odds to graduate from Church College Fiji today. The Somosomo,

Education Feature

25 days ago

Biden confirms Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal agreed

US President Joe Biden has announced a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah. According to Biden, the deal will take effect from today. Earlier, Israel launch

World-News

25 days ago

Prof. Biman Prasad to appear on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan at 7pm tonight

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad will appear on fijivillage Straight With Vijay Narayan at 7 tonight. You can send in your questi

Straight-Talk

25 days ago

68 students graduated from Fiji LDS Church College today

Sixty-eight students from Fiji LDS Church College in Tamavua graduate today, marking a major milestone in their lives. Fiji LDS Church College Principal Cheryl Bhan sa

Education

25 days ago

49 Ph.D scholarships available under TSLS for the next academic year

Good news for students who wish to further their qualification as the Tertiary Scholarships and Loans Service is offering 49 Ph.D scholarships for the next academic year.

TSLB

25 days ago

Police seek assistance in locating 19-year-old Nasim Arshida

Police are seeking assistance in locating 19-year-old Arshida Nasim, who has been reported missing at the Nasinu Police Station. Police say Nasim was last seen leaving h

Missing-Person Police

26 days ago

Crimes against children increase by 39% last month

Police continue to stress the importance of children’s safety as it recorded a worrying increase of 39 percent for crimes against children registered last month. The

Police Child-Abuse

26 days ago

181 cases of illicit drugs recorded last month

181 cases of illicit drugs were recorded by the Fiji Police Force last month with 176 related to the unlawful possession of illicit drugs and 5 cases of unlawful cultivat

Drugs Feature

26 days ago

Cabinet endorsed the expansion termite baiting programme

Funding for baiting of homes from the infestation of termites will be made available to families with income less than $30,000 after Cabinet endorsed the expansion of the

Termites

26 days ago

Nadi Hospital launches counselling services

Fijians can now get a wide range of in-house counselling services at the Nadi Hospital after the completion of the renovation works of the Empower Pacific counselling cen

Hospital

26 days ago

26/11/2024

Acting COMPOL agrees Police brutality is a crime and perpertrators must be held accountable

Acting Police Commissioner, Juki Fong Chew says the Fiji Police Force agrees with the sentiments of the Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission that police b

Police

26 days ago

Tragic Drug Case: Year 8 student dies after sniffing glue

As drug cases become a growing threat and disaster in schools and the society, one of the worst cases from last year has been highlighted where a Year 8 student died afte

Police Feature

26 days ago

M-Supply should fix shortage of medicines and blood reagents – Dr Tudravu

Permanent Secretary for Health Dr Jemesa Tudravu says their new management system called M-Supply, which they rolled out last December should be able to fix the issues of

Feature Health

26 days ago

Israel cabinet to meet to discuss Lebanon ceasefire deal

The Israeli cabinet will meet today to discuss approval of a ceasefire to temporarily end hostilities with the Lebanese militia Hezbollah. According to media reports,

World-News

26 days ago

House of Sarah launches video titled ‘My faith says no to rape’

House of Sarah along with a few other religious-based organizations have launched a video that highlights rape with the title ‘My faith says no to rape’. House of

Women

26 days ago

New drug test policy to be introduced soon for police officers

A new drug test policy will be soon introduced in the Fiji Police Force to take the lead role in changing public perception towards the involvement of officers in drug-re

Police Drugs

26 days ago

Overall crime rate for October increased by 6%

Concerning statistics have been released by the Fiji Police Force with the overall crime rate for the month of October increased by 6 percent compared to the same period

Police

26 days ago

Commission concerned about cases of alleged Police brutality, 3 complaints received

The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission is seriously concerned regarding cases of alleged police brutality as in recent days, they have received three c

Human-Rights Police Feature

26 days ago

Fiji’s health sector reform: Raising retirement age and addressing workforce challenges

The need to consider raising the retirement age for some cadres of health professionals, redeployment to high-need areas, and increasing the intake of health professional

Health

26 days ago

16 KPMG offices unite to support three women shelters in Fiji, PNG and Australia

In their fight against gender-based violence, KPMG has brought together 16 of its offices across the Pacific and Australia to support three women’s shelters, including

16-Days-of-Activism KPMG

26 days ago

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is always an important part of every woman's life - Tarai

As the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence heads into its second day today, women and girls around Fiji and the world are coming together to advocate agains

FWCC

26 days ago

Warning bells again as Saint Giles Hospital cannot cater for the amount of people admitted due to lack of space

Drug abuse among many young people is a major contributor to Saint Giles Hospital’s current capacity issues as the hospital can only assist 100 people. That’s the

Mental-Health Feature

26 days ago

Husbands should know how to value and respect their wives - Sanatan Dharm

A call is being made for harsh punishment for perpetrators of domestic violence as it is saddening that such cases continue to increase every year. Shree Sanatan Dharm

Sanatan-Dharm

26 days ago

Namuamua Village Hall declared a Tobacco-Free Hall

In a bid to create more awareness of the issues concerning tobacco use, the villagers of Namuamua in Namosi have declared their village hall a Tobacco-Free Hall. While

Community

26 days ago

Heavy Rain Alert cancelled for Viti Levu and nearby smaller islands

A Heavy Rain Alert previously in force for Viti Levu, Yasawa, Mamanuca, Kadavu, Lau, Lomaiviti Group and nearby smaller islands has been cancelled. The Nadi Weather Of

Weather

26 days ago

13-year-old student passes away following Tacirua accident

A 13-year-old student has died following an accident along Princes Road in Tacirua yesterday afternoon. Director Traffic, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Mitieli

Accident Feature

27 days ago

Police investigate teacher's sexual assault allegation

A teacher’s allegation that he was sexually assaulted by another teacher while accompanying him at a workshop during the school holidays in May is being investigated b

Police Feature

27 days ago

Police investigate teacher's sexual assault allegation

A teacher’s allegation that he was sexually assaulted by another teacher while accompanying him at a workshop during the school holidays in May is being investigated by

Police

27 days ago

Woman found dead in Suva hotel was missing from last Wednesday

45-year-old Mozmin Khan who was reported missing at the Valelevu Police Station last Wednesday, was found dead in a Suva hotel yesterday. Police say Khan was staying i

Police

27 days ago

Health worker shortage worsened by climate change impacts - Health Adaptation Plan

As the nation is facing a protracted health worker shortage and is experiencing difficulty with staff retention, the situation has exacerbated the impacts of climate chan

Health

27 days ago

25/11/2024

Director of Immigration and Manager Passports suspended pending full investigations

The Director of Immigration and Manager Passports have been suspended pending investigations at the Department of Immigration. This has been confirmed by Minister for

Grace-Road Immigration Feature

27 days ago

Man found floating in Navua River

A man in his 40s was found floating in the Navua River near Naitata yesterday. Police say the case was reported at the Navua Police Station and the victim was identifi

Drowning

27 days ago

Chinese national allegedly locked out of home by husband, lawyer claiming human rights violation

A Chinese national residing in Fiji is bringing to light her alleged unlawful eviction from her home in Laucala Beach after the landlord was allegedly advised by her husb

Human-Rights

27 days ago

Investigations continue regarding woman found dead at Suva Hotel

Police are working on identifying the woman who was found dead at a hotel in Suva this morning. They say the victim was a guest, and investigators are working on conf

Police Feature

27 days ago

Heavy Rain Alert now in force for Viti Levu and nearby smaller islands

A Heavy Rain Alert is now in force for Viti Levu, Yasawa, Mamanuca, Kadavu and nearby smaller islands. The Nadi Weather Office says a trough of low pressure lies slow

Weather

27 days ago

Two women killed in domestic violence cases this year - Ali

Two women lost their lives this year alone at the hands of their husbands while 53 women have lost their lives over the past 11 years. Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre Coo

FWCC Feature

27 days ago

Heavy Rain Alert now in force for Viti Levu and nearby smaller islands

A Heavy Rain Alert is now in force for Viti Levu, Yasawa, Mamanuca, Kadavu and nearby smaller islands. The Nadi Weather Office says a trough of low pressure lies slow

Weather Feature

27 days ago

Lebanon ceasefire pending Israeli response after it carried out deadliest attack on Beirut

Hezbollah fired heavy rocket barrages at Israel on Sunday, and the Israeli military said houses had been destroyed or set alight near Tel Aviv, after a powerful Israeli a

abc-news

27 days ago

At-risk boys take part in transformative camp to build better futures

In an effort to reduce the number of street dwellers in the country, at-risk boys took part in a transformative four-week camp aimed at rehabilitating and empowering them

Women

27 days ago

Woman found dead at Suva hotel

A woman’s body has been found in a hotel in Suva this morning. Police have confirmed this to fijivillage News. They say their crime scene investigators are curren

Feature Police

27 days ago

Trough of low pressure to affect the group till tomorrow

People can expect rain to affect the Fiji group till later tomorrow as a trough of pressure lies over the group, which is associated with clouds and rain. The Nadi We

Weather

27 days ago

LTA intensifies road safety campaign during this festive season following Navuniasi accident

The Land Transport Authority will ramp up road safety education and enforcement efforts during the festive season to curb reckless driving behaviour following the recent

LTA

27 days ago

Student in Ovalau allegedly found with marijuana

A student from a prominent school in Ovalau was found in possession of a branch of leaves believed to be marijuana, two weeks ago and is now under investigation. Polic

Police Drugs

27 days ago

No reports of individuals injecting drugs in coconuts or ‘bu’ - ACP Driu

Police have clarified that there are no reports of individuals injecting drugs in coconuts or ‘bu’. Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations, Livai Driu reassur

Police

28 days ago

USP Council to meet today and tomorrow to address concerns expressed about human resource decisions and processes

The University of the South Pacific Council is expected to meet today and tomorrow to address concerns expressed about human resource decisions and processes at the USP w

USP Feature

28 days ago

Police urge community partnerships as drunken disorderly incidents highlighted ahead of festive season

As we approach the festive season, cases of drunkards roaming the streets and fighting have started to emerge from the towns and the Police Force says there have been con

Police

28 days ago

People unite in fight against drugs: Stakeholders and communities called to action

The fight against drugs in our nation requires collaboration among stakeholders, the government, communities, and individuals to make a difference in our lives and work t

Drugs Feature

28 days ago

24/11/2024

Students disappointed as MGM High School cancels Year 13 graduation over unpaid walk-a-thon pledges

MGM High School students are raising concerns as the school will not be holding a graduation ceremony for Year 13 students this year, as some students are yet to fulfill

Education

28 days ago

2 out 3 of women in every church in Fiji experience domestic violence – Rev. Bhagwan

2 out of 3 women in every church in Fiji experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime, and there are uncomfortable truths that need to be heard and talked abo

Feature Church

28 days ago

COP29: Charan Jeath Singh tells Ketan Lal to refund money spent on him while Lal says Singh added little value at meetings

Minister for Sugar Industry, Charan Jeath Singh has told Opposition bloc of 16 member Ketan Lal to refund his air ticket and per diem claims to the State for attending CO

COP29

28 days ago

Bail extended for $296,000 LTA scam duo

The Lautoka Magistrates Court has extended the bail for the couple who were allegedly involved in a $296,000 taxi permit scam. Land Transport Authority former employee

Court LTA

28 days ago

Kiran defends Fiji delegation’s efforts at COP29 amid criticism from Charan Jeath Singh

Assistant Minister for Women Sashi Kiran has highlighted the commitment and tenacity of the Fijian delegation and has paid tribute to those who have stayed away from thei

COP29 Feature

28 days ago

World agrees to US$300b as financial aid for developing countries affected by climate change

The world has agreed to a new climate deal at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan with wealthy countries pledging to provide US$300 billion annually by 2035 to poorer countries to

COP29

28 days ago

Tabuya chairs final day of Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference, urges for gender equality

Minister for Women, Children, and Social Protection, Lynda Tabuya is urging for sustained efforts toward achieving gender equality and in promoting the empowerment of wom

Women-Empowerment

28 days ago

Island nations walk out of COP29 talks

As negotiators representing several island nations temporarily walked out of the COP29 climate summit last night, amid tense discussions over funding to combat climate ch

COP29

29 days ago

WWE Network to shut down and move to Netflix from January 2025

The World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) Network Support has announced that they will be shutting down and moving to Netflix, which will be their new exclusive home as of

Entertainment

29 days ago

Fiji and US sign historic defence agreement to boost security

Fiji and the United States have signed the Acquisition and Cross-Servicing Agreement, marking a significant step in strengthening defence and security ties. The agreem

USA Government Feature

29 days ago

Preventing violence against women/girls is a national priority - PM

Preventing violence against women and girls is not just a social issue, it is a matter of national importance as violence robs our families of their stability, our commun

Women-Empowerment Feature

29 days ago

Max Verstappen's path to a fourth F1 world championship

After producing one of the great victories in Formula 1 to claim the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, Max Verstappen is on the verge of winning the drivers' championship. The Red

abc-news

29 days ago

Poorer nations walk out of COP29 summit but deal struck on carbon trading

Negotiators representing several island nations temporarily walked out of the COP29 climate summit on Saturday, amid tense discussions over funding to combat climate chan

abc-news COP29

29 days ago

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