Sports
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Hughes nets twice off the bench as Bula FC beat Tahiti United 2-0 in Honiara, closing in on Leaders Group
Setareki Hughes came off the bench to score twice in the second half, handing Bula FC a crucial 2-0 win. The result nudges the Fiji side closer to the Leaders Group as the top-four race tightens.
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Drua conquer Brumbies in Ba for first-ever win, but discipline worries linger
Historic Ba showdown ended in a 42-27 win for the Drua, but discipline looms as the winning condition. Two offsides-induced sin-binnings sparked a blunt warning from the coach that costly indiscipline can’t continue. Amid the cautions, Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula’s rising influence hints at a brighter, more dangerous Drua in the making.
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Trump warns of repeat strikes on Kharg Island as Iran tensions escalate
Rhetoric tightens around a high-stakes clash over Iran’s key oil hub. With Kharg Island at the center and diplomacy faltering, the risk to global energy routes and regional security grows sharper by the day.
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US–Cook Islands seabed minerals framework sparks debate over governance and regional oversight
A U.S.–Cook Islands framework on deep-sea minerals has rekindled debate over who truly benefits and what costs may follow. As talks edge toward cobalt, nickel and other seabed riches, critics warn that nonbinding promises could speed up decisions before communities and ecosystems are fully safeguarded.
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Auckland FC edge Solomon Kings 1-0 as Mason’s stoppage-time save seals victory
Late drama in Honiara as Aston Burns fires Auckland FC to a 1-0 win and Oscar Mason denies a stoppage-time penalty, sealing a nervy finish that reshapes the OFC Pro League standings.
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Tailevu Naitasiri and Nadroga battle to 3-3 draw as Volavola nets late equaliser at Ratu Cakobau Park
Tailevu Naitasiri and Nadroga served up a rollercoaster Extra Premier League clash, trading goals and momentum from start to finish. A dramatic late equaliser kept the drama alive and left both sides with a point in a wildly fluctuating showdown.
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Suva Touch Rugby Introduces Weekend Fixtures at Bidesi Park to Boost Community Participation
Suva’s Bidesi Park buzzed with families and fans as touch rugby moves into a regular weekend rhythm. Short, non-contact games and a strong community focus are turning the sport into an inviting, all-ages option for locals.
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Drua secure 42-22 victory over Brumbies in Fiji as Brumbies squander chances
An electric Fiji clash where momentum swung in an instant and chances slipped away. The Drua’s energy carried the night as the Brumbies left points on the table, setting the scene for plenty to unpack.
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Tana Umaga accuses Blues of blocking Moana Pasifika growth ahead of Auckland derby
Moana Pasifika’s Tana Umaga pulls back the curtain on a fractious city rivalry, accusing the Blues of trying to curb the fledgling franchise through venue bans and regional boundaries. With an Eden Park showdown looming, off-field tensions threaten to steal the spotlight from the rugby.
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Hat-trick hero Boyers fuels South Island United’s 4-1 win over PNG Hekari in rain-delayed OFC Pro League clash
Rain-delayed and tense, Saturday’s showdown turned into a dramatic turnaround as South Island United overturned an early shock to seize control. A fearless attack and sharp finishing delivered a standout performance that left the result in little doubt.