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Sydney Sweeney’s Hollywood Sign Stunt Sparks Permit Controversy
Sydney Sweeney’s latest promotional stunt has tongues wagging and questions swirling about permissions and boundaries. As authorities weigh the legality of her bold campaign at a famed… read more
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Fiji LTA Launches Payment Plan to Clear Long-Standing Traffic Fines
Fiji’s Land Transport Authority unveils a new payment plan designed to help motorists clear long-standing traffic fines with flexible installments. Targeting older notices, the scheme promises relief… read more
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Fiji Ramps Up Digital Safety to Fight AI-Generated Abuse
Rising AI-generated abuse targeting women and girls is prompting a cross‑agency response. Ministries, police, and online-safety teams are teaming up to curb harmful content, boost digital literacy,… read more
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Fiji Bets on Intelligence Sharing to Bolster Border Security
Smart technology meets sharper inter-agency cooperation to redefine Fiji’s border security. With intelligence-driven reforms and real-time information sharing, authorities are tightening monitoring of routes and shipments while… read more
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Fiji braces for TD07F: heavy rain and strong winds ahead
Fiji is watching a developing tropical disturbance that could bring heavy rain and strong winds to several regions. With wind alerts in place and conditions likely to… read more
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Fiji Village Questions Drug Trafficking Ties to Offshore Yachts
Vatia’s waters are drawing sharp scrutiny after locals spotted more yachts offshore and a recent drug bust near the shore. The unfolding concerns are prompting the community… read more
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Fiji’s Kava Dilemma: Dieback Isn’t the Only Issue—More Consumption, Fewer Growers
Fiji’s kava sector faces a new set of challenges beyond disease—rising waste and fewer growers are reshaping the future of this cultural staple. read more
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2.4-Tonne Cocaine Haul at Vatia Wharf Sparks Calls for Action in Fiji Village
An alarming drug bust at a vital fishing ground sparks a village leader’s urgent plea to shield the young and hold traffickers to account. As fears rise… read more
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Fiji High Court to Hear Saneem Leave Pay Dispute
In Suva, a high-stakes civil case pits a former supervisor of elections against senior constitutional officeholders over a disputed leave payout. With a March 6 hearing on… read more
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Alibi Deadline Looms in Fiji’s $1B Cocaine Seizure Linked to Vatia Coast
Five people face charges tied to a high-profile cocaine seizure off the coast near Vatia, Tavua. With alibi notices due and a move to the High Court… read more
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Labasa Airport Closure Triggers Northern Fiji Economic Alarm
Labasa’s business sector braces for a temporary airport shutdown, with talks of phased upgrades and safeguards to protect livelihoods. As new travel arrangements are rolled out, questions… read more
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Fiji Farmer Sentencing Looms in Suva Supermarket Robbery Case
In Suva, a farmer faces sentencing after a split verdict in a 2024 supermarket robbery—acquitted on one count, with the other upheld. The ruling highlights Fiji’s ongoing… read more
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Customs on the Frontline: Vigilance Protecting Global Trade
Customs officers stand at the frontline of border security and legitimate trade, facing evolving threats that span illicit drugs, counterfeit goods, and fraud. Leaders emphasize vigilance, integrity,… read more
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Vatia Wharf: Landowners Take a Stand Against Drug Trafficking
Tevita Ralulu, a former CID officer and Tavualevu landowner, delivers a blunt warning to drug traffickers targeting Vatia Wharf. With concerns over corruption and a recent cocaine… read more
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Fiji Tourism Boom: Record Arrivals and a $2.1B Revenue Milestone
Fiji’s tourism rebound is gathering steam, delivering record visitor arrivals and stronger spend. With new accommodation projects and expanded air capacity on the horizon, the destination is… read more
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Fiji Weather Bulletin: Heavy Rain Alert and Strong Wind Warning Across Fiji Group with Thunderstorms and Flood Risk
Fiji faces a brewing weather showdown: a tropical disturbance brings heavy rain and gusty winds across the islands. Showers, possible flash flooding in low-lying areas, and a… read more
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Fiji Weather Alert: Tropical Disturbance Could Bring Strong Winds and Heavy Rain
Fiji could face strong winds and heavy rain in the coming days as a tropical disturbance moves closer. Gusts up to around 80 km/h and widespread showers… read more
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Age Is No Barrier: Transport Manager Graduates Through Matua Program
After more than two decades away from the classroom, 39-year-old Irene Jotika Nair returns to study and earns top marks in the Matua Program. Her leap from… read more
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Pacific Island Delegates Push Back on Expedited Seabed Mining Plans
Pacific delegates warn that speeding up deep-sea mining could come at a steep price for island communities and the oceans they depend on. With new NOAA rules… read more
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Fiji Agripreneurs Tap Global Knowledge from Indian AgHub Delegation
An intensive week of collaboration between Fiji’s agripreneurs and an AgHub India delegation signals a bold leap toward mentorship, incubation, and broader market access. Fresh insights and… read more
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Simione Rasova Heads to Australia for Liberal Campaign Summer School Amid Ongoing Legal Case
Former parliamentarian Simione Rasova moves ahead with a Canberra trip for a party program, despite ongoing legal scrutiny. With bail conditions in place and a substantive hearing… read more
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Vatia Cocaine Arrest: Immigration Clarifies Suspects Are Ecuadorian, Not Fijian
Authorities are correcting misinformation surrounding the cocaine arrest in Vatia. The four detainees are confirmed Ecuadorian nationals with valid passports; there are no Fijian citizenship or travel… read more
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Bail Ruling for Epeli Laqeni in Nakasi Murder Case Scheduled for February 10
In Suva, a former corrections officer awaits a pivotal bail decision amid murder allegations. Fresh medical reports and disputed evaluations set the stage for a courtroom clash… read more
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Overseas Medical Travel Not Urgent, Suva Court Hears Local Alternatives
A courtroom debate over overseas medical care highlights the tension between global options and local treatment. Hospital officials say the needed surgery isn’t life-threatening and could be… read more
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Australia Signals Major Climate Infrastructure Push for the Pacific
Pacific leaders gather in Brisbane for a landmark push on climate resilience and regional infrastructure. A major funding pledge and new partnerships focus on renewable energy, digital… read more
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Palau Deportee Deal Sparks Senate Clash Over Process
Palau’s leadership is locked in a high-stakes dispute over a U.S. deportee agreement, as lawmakers question the process, transparency, and the push for new funding. A brewing… read more
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NFA Warns Fiji Homeowners to Prioritize Fire Safety After Nakasi Blaze
An overnight blaze in Nakasi left a home destroyed and residents displaced, as firefighters fought through the night. Officials are urging households to review wiring, keep flammable… read more
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Olympic Silver-Medalist Joji Nasova Joins Newcastle Red Bulls
Fijian winger Joji Nasova signs a two-year deal with Newcastle Red Bulls, bringing Olympic sevens pedigree and blistering pace to the squad. Arriving amid a high-profile recruitment… read more
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UN Calls for Global Action to Shield Kids from AI-Driven Online Harm
AI-generated content is increasingly threatening children online—from grooming and deepfakes to cyberbullying. A global push, backed by UN recommendations, calls for urgent safeguards, better AI literacy, and… read more
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Two Teen Fatalities Prompt Urgent Road-Safety Warnings
Two teen road tragedies have authorities sounding urgent warnings about road safety. As investigators piece together what happened, the message is clear: avoid risky behavior near traffic,… read more