Features
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Fiji’s TISI Sangam 100th Anniversary: Honoring Founder Sadhu Kuppuswamy
With Sangam Fiji approaching its centennial, the enduring legacy of founder Sadhu Kuppuswamy continues to illuminate the South Indian community in Fiji. Through memories shared by elders and devotees, the journey—rooted in education, unity, and service—still shapes Fiji’s multicultural fabric today.
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Ask Before You Buy: A Fiji Shopper’s Plea for Safer, Informed Choices
Ask first, know more, protect your family. A seasoned local shopper from Davuilevu emphasizes that curious questions at the store can lead to safer, smarter choices. Her message is simple: curiosity is a powerful shopping tool.
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Fiji Family’s Christmas Blessings: Land, a Car, and a Quiet Sacrifice
During a festive season of hope and sacrifice, a Fiji family marks two major blessings—new land and a car—that change their everyday lives. Yet behind the smiles lies a father’s quiet vow to put family first, a reminder of resilience, faith, and the true spirit of Christmas.
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England-born 21-Year-Old Heads to Fiji for Christmas Homecoming
Twenty-one-year-old Mereani Matakibau trades holiday gifts for a heartfelt homecoming, traveling from England to Makadru Village in Fiji. By boat with her father, she’s set to reconnect with grandparents, soak in island life, and rediscover her roots this festive season.
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Fiji’s Tanoa International Hotel Spreads Christmas Cheer with Loloma Home Gift Drive
Christmas invites us to pause, reflect, and extend kindness beyond ourselves. A heartwarming gift drive by Tanoa International Hotel brings joy to kids at Loloma Home, echoing the timeless message of peace, generosity, and hope for all.
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From Hiroshima to Fiji: A Physiotherapist’s Mission for Disabled Children
From Hiroshima to Fiji, Yui Furuya’s journey shows how courage, compassion, and new beginnings can reshape lives—especially for children with physical disabilities. A physiotherapist turning twists into meaningful impact, her story celebrates resilience, fresh friendships, and the small acts that light up futures.
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Fiji Memories: God Stones and a Grandmother’s Tale of Community
85-year-old Annetta Florence Ragg of Toorak shares a window into Fiji’s early days, when neighborly spirit turned a village into one big family and picnics kept hope alive. She recalls scarce supplies, homemade lemon tea from the bush, and a life tested by floods and resilience. In her garden stand three “god stones,” relics once…
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Isha Kumar: Finance Pro and Community Leader on the Rise
From a childhood fascination with money to a thriving finance career, Isha Kumar blends sharp technical skills with strategic leadership. Off the job, she champions empowerment initiatives and community programs, proving that professional success can drive meaningful change beyond the desk.
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Farm Roots to Millionaire Dream: The Young Entrepreneur
From a humble farming town to a bold entrepreneurial horizon, 18-year-old Nishal Narayan is turning ambition into action. Grounded in family, discipline, and early-morning routines, he steers Pristine Agricultural Investment toward quality and trust. A reminder that hard work and integrity can shape a future beyond dreams.
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Mazda CX-5 2023 Gets Bold Redesign and High-Tech Upgrades
Mazda’s 2023 CX-5 turns heads with a bold redesign and a refined, comfortable interior. A punchy 2.5-liter engine, enhanced safety tech, and a seamless new infotainment setup fuse performance with practicality in one stylish package.
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Fiji Craft Center Sparks Rural Electrification for Nailaga Village
Here are a few short teaser excerpts you can choose from: Option 1: In a small Fiji village, a $500 idea grows into a thriving handicraft center, turning craft into community income, pride, and renewed hope. Option 2: A retired soldier’s plan births Nailaga’s craft hub, where beads, mats, and stories become the spark of…
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From Fiji to Australia: A Faith-Driven Rise of a Young Chef
At 27, Abel Nanovu has transformed personal struggles into a daring culinary journey. Raised amid challenges in Fiji and guided by faith and family, he now commands kitchens far from home and dreams bigger than the plate. A story about grit, mentorship, and turning ambition into achievement.
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Fiji Market Vendor Battles Kidney Failure with Unbreakable Spirit
A grandmother with a radiant spirit, Rosette faces a life-changing health challenge with unwavering courage. Her days at the market mingle with hospital visits, weaving a powerful tale of faith, resilience, and family love. A remarkable journey of strength in the face of adversity.
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From Street Vendors to Fashion Makers: Migrants Find a New Path in Barcelona
In a sunlit Barcelona studio, former migrants turn discarded garments into a ten-piece upcycled capsule that speaks louder than fashion. Models reveal more than clothes—bold messages about migration stitched into every piece. A short, powerful look at resilience, craft, and belonging.
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45-Year-Old Mom Flies From Samoa to Fiji for Graduation
At 45, a mother of three defies the odds to earn an advanced diploma, balancing online study with work and family. Her bold reminder to fellow moms: carve out time for your own dreams—you won’t know how far you can go until you try.
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From Loss to Graduation: A Physiotherapy Graduate’s Tribute to Mom and Grandma
Richard Dekoa Ninkama, 22, graduates with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy, carrying the memories of his mother and grandmother. After losing his father at 11 and his grandmother last year, he channels grief into resolve, promising to make a difference in others’ lives as he steps into a hopeful new chapter.
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Fiji Farmer Bets on Dalo Expansion with First Machinery Purchase This Christmas
During a festive season, a veteran farmer plots a bold shift: new machinery and a leap into dalo farming. A tale of grit, faith, and turning years of hard work into a hopeful, full‑time harvest.
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From Adversity to Scrubs: A Nursing Graduate’s Family-Fueled Triumph
Against the odds, a nursing graduate reflects on a year shaped by a father’s stroke, a mother’s tireless sacrifice, and the grit that kept a dream alive. Long shifts, hard choices, and an unwavering belief in care—this is resilience born from family love. A reminder that strength often blooms where support and perseverance meet.
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Meaningful Christmas on a Budget: Real-Life Tips for a Frugal Holiday
Three families show that the joy of Christmas can be richer when you plan, share, and spend with intention. From homemade gifts to mindful menus and memory-making activities, this season proves meaningful celebrations don’t have to break the bank.
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M&M’s Christmas Cookies: A Colorful Twist for Your Holiday Plate
Colorful M&M’s brighten the holidays, turning ordinary treats into festive memories. A simple M&M’s cookie recipe and a sprinkle of holiday cheer await, perfect for cozy gatherings this season.
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Fiji Mom’s Budget Playbook for Healthy, Organic Family Meals
On a Fiji street, a devoted mother stretches every dollar to feed and educate five children while her husband is away. Through careful budgeting, mindful shopping, and a commitment to organic meals, she turns daily choices into lasting health and security.
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From PNG to Fiji: A Mother’s Mission to Raise Healthy, Financially Literate Kids
In Fiji, a devoted mother weaves health, budgeting, and responsibility into everyday family life. With five children and a husband away, she champions mostly organic meals and early financial literacy, shaping a hopeful path to independence.
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Fiji Village Leader Blends Police Roots with Hands-On Craft
From the Vatukoula mines to the heart of Naqali, Sikeli Nailauota’s life is a quiet testament to service, skilled hands, and timeless traditions. A former police officer turned turaga ni koro, he champions solesolevaki and the duty of elders to guide the young—finding purpose in rebuilding homes and strengthening community.
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Litara Ieremia Allen: Miss Pacific Islands Advocates Unity and Digital Safety Across the Pacific
Litara Ieremia Allen reflects on a reign that stretches beyond a single year, turning the Miss South Pacific Islands platform into a beacon for unity and positive change. From empowering young Pacific women with confidence and faith to fostering regional harmony, her journey hints at a lasting legacy.
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Peggy Ravusiro: Medical Doctor and Fiji Pageant Contender Inspires with Resilience
Six years of medical study, a bold new pageant chapter, and a mission to lift others. Peggy Ravusiro’s journey blends grit, faith, and community spirit, inviting readers to see challenges as fuel for growth and purpose.
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From White Coat to Pageant Spotlight: Fiji’s Dual-Role Doctor Inspires Youth
From medical school to the Fiji Pageant spotlight, Peggy Ravusiro’s journey blends healing with service. A new graduate with a purpose, she embodies resilience and grace—and sends a hopeful message for young girls: persevere through the hard moments, and growth follows.
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Salote Naulumatua’s Future Me: A Faith-Driven Dance Journey from Fiji
Salote Naulumatua’s art weaves music, dance, and faith into a journey of resilience and wonder. Her debut single and a defining moment on stage hint at a life shaped by creativity, family, and a spiritual quest—a story that promises a lasting, heartfelt legacy.
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Around the World, Christmas Dinners Bind Families Through Food
The true magic of Christmas unfolds at the dining table, where generations share recipes, stories, and laughter. A glimpse into festive meals around the world—where tradition, memory, and togetherness take center stage.
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Imogen Poots: Choosing Indie Cinema Over Franchise Fame
Imogen Poots reflects on a blunt truth from Sam Shepard about the personas we wear in the industry. After two decades in film, TV, and theater, she’s finding a clearer path—focusing on independent cinema and collaborative storytelling over fame. A candid meditation on staying true to her art.
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From Dishwasher to Kitchen Manager: Rizwan’s 15-Year Rise in Labasa, Fiji
From washing dishes as a teen to quietly steering Matata Kitchen in Labasa, Rizwan Sheik Madar’s story is a testament to grit and perseverance. Raised in hardship, he carved out a future through hard work, mentorship, and a steadfast vow to lift his loved ones.