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Navua Hospital upgrade faces delays
Safety concerns at Navua Hospital have delayed major upgrade works, as the Ministry of Health works to fix problems at the facility. Health Minister Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu visited the hospital last Friday at the request of Tui Namosi Ratu Suliano Matanitobua to explain the…
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All communities must be heard
The Constitution Amendment Bill 2026 must reflect the views of all communities and serve future generations, says Opposition MP Virendra Lal, as he calls for greater public participation in the extended consultation process. Lal adds that the Constitution is too important to be…
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Labasa mill sets final crushing deadline
Labasa sugarcane growers have until today to harvest and deliver their remaining cane before crushing at the mill comes to an end tomorrow Sugar Industry Tribunal Chairman Semi Leweniqila has ordered the Labasa Mill to stop crushing this Thursday, giving growers until today to…
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Former FHEC Chair charged
Former Chairman and Interim Director of the Higher Education Commission Fiji Steven Chand appeared in the Suva Magistrates Court charged with corruption-related offences. Chand faces a charge of one count of abuse of office and two counts of bribery. It is alleged that between…
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Prosecutors drop felony charge against rapper Rick Ross
Prosecutors have dropped a felony charge against rapper Rick Ross a month after he was arrested in Miami Beach when a woman he was living with told police he hit her, court records said. The Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office filed paperwork Thursday to drop a felony charge of…
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Nine people dead in Learjet crash in south Florida, officials say
A Learjet 60 with nine people on board crashed on Sunday in a residential area near Cresthaven, Florid. this was confirmed by the US Federal Aviation Administration. Everyone on board died when the aircraft crashed about 12:50 pm ET (1750 GMT), according to a social media…
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Committee role does not signal support: Seruiratu
Opposition members will remain on the Special Committee reviewing the Constitution Amendment Bill 2026 to challenge proposed changes and ensure public concerns are heard, says Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu. Seruiratu stresses that their continued participation should not be…
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Rabuka assures election timeline intact
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says there will still be sufficient time to conduct both the General Election and a referendum, despite deferring the third reading of the Constitution Amendment Bill. His comments follow Parliament’s approval of a motion to defer the Special…
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Protecting journalists remains a media industry priority
Journalist safety must remain a priority as media organisations across the Pacific navigate growing threats, including intimidation and online harassment. Fiji Times Editor-in-Chief Fed Wesley says media resilience is not just about adapting to new technology and maintaining…
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FNU Bill seeks stronger governance
Fiji National University could gain greater independence in managing its academic, administrative, and financial affairs under a proposed law. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says the Fiji National University Bill 2026 aims to strengthen governance, improve accountability, and…
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Nagado residents demand tarsealed road
Residents of Nagado in Sabeto, Nadi are calling for urgent action to tarseal the road leading up to their village, highlighting that the unsealed road is generating dust which is affecting the health of people in the area. The residents claim they have repeatedly approached…
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‘Heat’ director Michael Mann sustains ‘superficial injury’ at gun range
Filmmaker Michael Mann was injured at a gun range on Saturday in Los Angeles. He was taken to a hospital where he was treated and is being released, his representative told The Associated Press on Sunday. Mann sustained what his representative described as a superficial injury…
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Bulikula back their game plan against Jillaroos
Vodafone Fiji Bulikula fullback Cassie Staples says the side will continue to back its attacking style and execution as they prepare for a crucial showdown against Australia at the Rugby League World Cup semifinals. The Bulikula have shown confidence in their ability to…
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German ministers vow tough response to Frankfurt riots and looting
German ministers threatened tough penalties for looters and rioters who damaged stores and injured more than 100 police officers in Frankfurt overnight. They praised security forces for preventing wider violence. Frankfurt emerged as the main flashpoint on Saturday after tens of…
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Daunivavana eyes another boxing crown
Fijian Boxer Ratu Rakuro Daunivavana is chasing another major milestone in his boxing career when he takes on India’s Ankit Kumar for the WABA Welterweight title at the Zeg Boxing Promotions event this Saturday. Fresh from winning his first career title overseas, Daunivavana is…
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In Afghanistan, musicians defy music ban to keep traditions alive
There was a time when music would fill many of Kabul’s streets, wafting out of cafes and restaurants, seeping out of homes in the warren of alleys that make up the Afghan capital’s music district. Those days are long gone. Since 2022, playing or listening to music has been…
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Rabuka says government is listening to public views
Rabuka says this extension will also give the Parliament Secretariat staff time to collect and compile the final report of the Special Committee before it is tabled in Parliament. He made the comments while moving a motion this morning to defer the tabling of the report to a…
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Quad partners back Fiji’s push to modernize ports
Fiji is looking to strengthen its position as a major maritime trade hub in the Pacific, with Australia, India, Japan and the United States backing efforts to modernize the country’s port infrastructure. The support comes under the Quad Ports of the Future Partnership, which…
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New Attorney General pledges integrity and fairness
Newly appointed Attorney General Sevuloni Valenitabua has pledged to uphold integrity, fairness and respect in carrying out his responsibilities. Delivering his maiden speech in Parliament, Valenitabua acknowledged the challenges and difficult decisions that come with his new…
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Pacific unites against cyber threats
Fiji is being urged to strengthen its cyber defences as growing digital connectivity exposes the country to increasing cybersecurity risks, with Australia committing an additional $150 million to support the country’s digital security and resilience. Australian High Commissioner…