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Tavua Town Hall Sparks Fiji Government Accountability Push
Residents of Tavua gathered for a town hall-style dialogue, pressing for government attention to long-ignored local concerns. With ministers and the prime minister in the room, the… read more
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Trump Claims Modi Will Stop Buying Russian Oil, Eyes China to Follow
A high-stakes push to curb Russia’s oil influence is unfolding among major economies. Fresh signals from Washington hint at shifts from partners like India and others, a… read more
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Tavua, Fiji: Residents Demand Infrastructure Overhaul as Wastewater Study Looms
Tavua’s aging infrastructure is sparking urgent calls for change, from a decades-old sewage system and a long-standing morgue to transport chaos and mounting hospital needs. With timelines… read more
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Fiji’s Classroom Discipline Dilemma: Push to Reintroduce Corporal Punishment Sparks Rights Debate
In Fiji, a heated debate over corporal punishment is reshaping ideas about discipline in schools and homes. Emerging findings suggest that even mild punishment can affect the… read more
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Fiji weighs nonviolent school discipline—could a pause replace punishment?
Fiji’s classrooms could be on the brink of a quiet revolution—moving away from corporal punishment toward restorative, compassionate discipline. From Take A Pause to restorative circles, experts… read more
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Vanuatu’s Mantis Wins Pacific Break 2025, Heads to WOMADelaide
Vanuatu’s Mantis takes Pacific Break 2025 with the track “Weatherman,” a multilingual, climate-conscious drop that blends Bislama, French and English. This milestone hints at a brighter, more… read more
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Fiji Cane Growers Hit With $5.416M Payout Amid Calls for Higher Returns
After processing hiccups, Fiji’s sugarcane farmers are set to receive a multi-million payout. Yet many warn the relief may not cover rising costs and lingering debts, as… read more
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Fiji: Save the Children Warns Against Reintroducing Corporal Punishment in Schools
Discussions about disciplining students in Fiji are sparking a heated debate. Critics warn that reviving corporal punishment would breach laws and harm children, while advocates push for… read more
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Fiji’s Housing Push Hindered by Leadership Gap and Informal Settlements
Fiji is navigating a tightrope between housing insecurity and fading local leadership as informal settlements persist and resettlement efforts stall. With small-scale redevelopment pilots and a push… read more
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Fiji School Discipline Debate: Will Safer, Non-Punitive Methods Replace Corporal Punishment?
Fiji’s schools are at the center of a tense debate over discipline, where overcrowded classrooms and limited resources fuel calls for tougher measures. Critics warn that corporal… read more
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Fiji Clergy Push for Nonviolent Child Discipline Amid Proverbs Debate
Religious leaders in Fiji are inviting a rethink of how children are disciplined, arguing that love and guidance should replace punishment. Rooted in scripture and ongoing dialogue,… read more
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Fiji and IMF Map Path to 2050 High-Income Goal in Washington
Fiji charts a bold course toward resilience and shared prosperity, with plans for the 2025/2026 budget and long-term reforms under a 2050 high-income horizon. The discussions spotlight… read more
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Lautoka High Court Grants Late Appeal in Defilement Case, Sentence Unchanged
In Lautoka, the High Court allows a late appeal in a defilement case but keeps the original sentence intact. Justice Hamza’s ruling weighs procedural delays against accountability,… read more
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Fiji Indenture Conference Shines Spotlight on Girmitya History
Scholars from around the world gathered for a landmark conference on the indenture era, exploring identity, health, religion—and how AI and data are reshaping our understanding of… read more
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Kashyap vs Salman Khan: Bollywood feud resurfaces over creative control and a criminal label
An ongoing Bollywood feud between director Abhinav Kashyap and Salman Khan flares up again, with Kashyap making provocative accusations about the star’s influence and control. The public… read more
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Angel Reese Makes History on the Victoria’s Secret Runway: First Pro Athlete to Walk the Show
Angel Reese takes a fearless leap from the basketball court to the Victoria’s Secret runway, making history as the first professional athlete to walk the show. The… read more
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Fiji Weather Forecast: Southeast Winds Bring Widespread Showers and Thunderstorms Across Fiji with Heavy Rain Risk This Weekend
Unsettled Fiji weather ahead as southeast winds meet a northern trough, bringing showers and the chance of thunderstorms to many islands. Some areas may see heavy downpours,… read more
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Island Nations Push for Real Action and Financing at COP30
With COP30 approaching, voices from small island states demand real climate action—more funding for adaptation, accessible technology, and stronger support for vulnerable communities. The call signals a… read more
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Fiji Urges Unity at COP30 to Defend the 1.5°C Target and Climate Finance
Fiji urges a united front at COP30 in Brazil, pressing for climate finance that truly reaches the vulnerable and a firm stance on the 1.5°C target. As… read more
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UN Urges Massive Gaza Aid Push as Current Truck Flow Falls Short
UN warns that current relief into Gaza is far from enough as the humanitarian crisis deepens. With border openings and a broader aid push on the table,… read more
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Pacific Islands Push Regional Payments to Cut Costs and Boost Inclusion
A regional push to modernize payments across the Blue Pacific could reshape everyday trade, remittances, and livelihoods while driving down costs. With an emphasis on collaboration, data-driven… read more
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Fiji Worship Sites Targeted in Theft, Police Probe Underway
Investigators are probing a break-in at the Naseyani Seventh-Day Adventist Church after a speaker was stolen, sparking questions about the security of worship spaces. With similar temple… read more
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Healthy Pacific Tuna Stocks, Uncertain Future: Leaders Urge Unified Action
Pacific tuna stocks are healthy today, but leaders warn that safeguarding their future requires vigilance, innovation, and regional unity. From tackling illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing to… read more
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Pacific Islands Push for Local Tuna Processing and Ownership
Pacific Island nations are moving to take greater ownership of their tuna resources by boosting local processing, not just exporting raw fish. Leaders say controlling the value… read more
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Pacific Tuna Forum Signals a Sustainable, Innovative Future
Exploring how the Pacific tuna industry can grow responsibly, leaders highlight innovation, sustainable trade, and worker welfare as the pillars of a resilient future. From high-tech monitoring… read more
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Pacific Nations Push for Regional Ocean Surveillance to Tackle Illegal Fishing
Urgent calls for stronger Pacific-wide surveillance and tougher penalties to curb illegal fishing are shaping regional talks. Papua New Guinea is pushing for greater cooperation, transparency, and… read more
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COP30 Countdown: Ministers Push for $1.3 Trillion Climate Finance Plan
On the eve of COP30, a coalition of 35 finance ministers unveils a bold blueprint to lift climate finance toward $1.3 trillion annually. The proposals touch on… read more
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Fiji Advances Labor Reform with Employment Relations Bill Aiming for ILO Alignment
After 15 years of talks among government, employers, and unions, Fiji’s proposed Employment Relations Bill is moving toward its next parliamentary stage. Backers say it could align… read more
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Fiji’s Employment Relations Bill Sparks Debate Over Fixed-Term Contracts
Fiji’s proposed Employment Relations Bill has sparked a heated clash over fixed-term contracts, with unions warning that allowing repeated short-term gigs could erode essential worker protections. Supporters… read more
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Nasova on the verge of Flying Fijians call-up for November Europe tour
Joji Nasova is turning heads as Fiji weighs a Europe-bound Flying Fijians squad. At 24, his sevens-to-15s breakout—blazing pace, sharp footwork, and a debut that turned heads—has… read more