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Fiji Sugar Workers Get Early Diwali Pay
Thousands of Fiji’s sugar industry workers will have their wages paid ahead of Diwali, easing celebrations for families this festive season. A joint effort by the Ministry… read more
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Caribbean Drug Vessel Strike Sparks Debate Over Survivors as POWs
A Caribbean strike targeting a suspected drug vessel triggers a tense debate over wartime legality, humanitarian impact, and the fate of two survivors rescued from the scene.… read more
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Fiji Brightens Diwali with Early Sugar Wage Payments
Diwali gets an early boost for Fiji’s sugar workers as wages are disbursed ahead of the festival. A boost for farmers and a show of support from… read more
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Fiji Weather: Heavy Showers and Flood Watch Across Islands
Unsettled weather grips Fiji as a trough of low pressure lingers over the north and east, bringing showers and bursts of thunderstorms with a risk of localized… read more
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Fiji Weather Forecast: Trough of Low Pressure Brings Widespread Showers, Thunderstorms and Flood Risk
Unsettled weather sweeps Fiji this weekend with showers, thunderstorms, and the risk of heavy downpours—especially in the north and east. Some areas could even see flash floods… read more
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Fiji Weather Forecast: Trough of Low Pressure Triggers Widespread Showers, Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms Across Fiji with Flood Risk
Fiji’s weekend forecast dances between sun and showers as a trough stirs up clouds and the occasional thunderstorm, especially in the north and east. Other areas look… read more
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Cope Construction Celebrates 30th Anniversary, Honors Founder Satya Sekran’s Legacy
Cope Construction marks 30 years of service, honoring its founder’s enduring legacy while looking ahead to a future built on integrity, mentorship, and community impact. read more
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Telecom Fiji to Sponsor TOPEX 2025, Elevating Fiji’s Leadership and Digital Transformation
Telecom Fiji steps into a pivotal role as Platinum Sponsor for the 2025 TOPEX conference, signaling a strong push for leadership, digital transformation, and broader collaboration across… read more
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Fiji Airways Pursues Elite APEX World Class Status Amid Transformation
Fiji Airways is chasing world-class status with a bold transformation, aiming to stand out among the globe’s top airlines despite being the region’s smallest carrier. A high-stakes… read more
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Sun Insurance Sparks Fiji IPO Revival as SPX Braces for More Listings
After Sun Insurance’s oversubscribed IPO reignited interest, the South Pacific Stock Exchange is signaling a likely return of listings by year-end. Two firms are in advanced talks—one… read more
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Fiji Weather Forecast: Low-Pressure Trough North of Fiji Brings Showers, Thunderstorms Across the Group
An unsettled weekend sweeps across Fiji with showers, thunderstorms, and rough seas coloring the forecast from north to south. Pack rain gear, brace for gusty winds, and… read more
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Fiji Sets Sights on a Greener Grid with Cascade Hydropower Projects and Landowner Partnerships
Two new cascade hydro projects are on the horizon, promising bigger efficiency and a leap in Fiji’s renewable energy mix. As partnerships with landowners evolve and feasibility… read more
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Fiji Celebrates 50 Years of ILO, Heralding Stronger Tripartite Labor Relations
Fiji marks a milestone in ILO’s 50-year Pacific presence, highlighting a tripartite partnership of government, employers, and workers shaping better work standards. As FCEF expands with a… read more
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FNU Shake-Up: Minister Demands Reform After Staff Complaints
A leadership shake-up at Fiji National University puts staff welfare and governance under the spotlight. A senior administrator has resigned amid an inquiry into workplace concerns, while… read more
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Fiji launches NZ-funded SRMNAH initiative to empower women and tackle teenage pregnancy
New funding backs a regional push to strengthen sexual and reproductive health for women and girls across Fiji and its Pacific neighbors. With rising adolescent pregnancies and… read more
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Fiji: Judge hands down life sentence in brutal home invasion murder
A Fiji High Court has handed down a life sentence in a brutal murder tied to a robbery, underscoring the seriousness of the crime and ongoing concerns… read more
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Naitasiri’s Farebrother Triumph Triggers $25k Skipper Cup Challenge
Rewarded after a flawless Farebrother run, Naitasiri heads into a new chapter with a $10,000 sponsor bonus and a bold $25,000 incentive if they lift the Skipper… read more
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Aditi Naidu’s TechGirls Journey Sparks Global STEM Ambitions
Year 11 student Aditi Naidu’s journey through the TechGirls program reveals how STEM can open global doors. From Suva to the United States, she discovers that curiosity,… read more
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FijiFirst Dissolved as Court Orders Winding-Up
FijiFirst’s era ends as a court-ordered winding up dissolves the party, reshaping the political landscape and setting former leaders and MPs on a new, uncertain path. read more
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Ba Sugar Farmers Demand Fair Pay as Reform Push Gains Momentum
Ba’s small-scale sugarcane farmers press for swift government action to secure fair pay and stronger support, amid talks on standardized truck rates and more frequent extension visits.… read more
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Taylor Swift Fans Flock to Wiesbaden Museum Over Ophelia Painting
Fans of a global pop icon descended on a Wiesbaden museum after a painting about Ophelia sparked a weekend surge. The moment weaves Shakespearean tragedy, early 20th‑century… read more
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Melbourne murder: Judge condemns vicious killing of peacemaker, sentences killer to 25 years
A judge condemns a brutal murder that shattered a community and claimed the life of a blameless peacemaker. The case unfolded over two trials, ending in a… read more
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Baahubali: The Epic to Return in a Grand Diwali Re-Release
Baahubali: The Epic arrives in a newly re-edited, remastered form, boasting restored visuals, enhanced sound, and tantalizing unseen moments. A grand, immersive journey through Rajamouli’s universe awaits—reigniting… read more
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Fiji Weather Bulletin: North-of-Fiji Trough Brings Widespread Showers, Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Across the Fiji Group
Fiji’s weather is serving up a mixed bag—sunny spells, passing showers, and the occasional thunderstorm marching through different regions. Some areas stay hot and dry, others face… read more
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Tavua to get Nasivi River embankment to boost flood resilience in 2026
A major embankment along the Nasivi River is set to boost flood defenses for Tavua communities, reflecting Fiji’s broader push toward resilient, safer livelihoods in the face… read more
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France’s Fragile Coalition: Lecornu Survives No-Confidence as Budget Talks Begin
France’s government narrowly avoids collapse as Lecornu wins two no-confidence votes, at least for now, and sets the stage for the 2026 budget. In a high-stakes bargain,… read more
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Tavua Hospital to Get a New Morgue as Fiji Expands End-of-Life Care
Fiji is moving to modernize its morgue facilities, starting with Tavua Hospital as part of a broader drive to reduce overcrowding and improve end-of-life care. The initiative… read more
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Fiji Rolls Out National Roads Plan Aiming to Transform Rural Corridors
Fiji is moving toward a National Roads Plan that maps priorities, funding, and delivery for the country’s road network. With a focus on rural and maritime routes… read more
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Venezuela Seeks UN Action Over US Strikes, Sparking Sovereignty Clash
Venezuela pushes the UN Security Council to weigh in on alleged U.S. strikes at sea, arguing the actions violate sovereignty. With veto power and competing narratives about… read more
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Fiji Faces Farming Crisis as Youth Turn Away and Farmers Age
Fiji’s farming landscape is at a turning point, with fewer farmers and a growing disconnect among the younger generation. As aging hands tend to the fields, officials… read more