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TD03F Near Fiji: Disturbance Could Become Cyclone, Fiji Braces for Winds and Flood Risk
TD03F is shaping up near Fiji, with forecasts suggesting it could strengthen into a tropical cyclone in the next 48 hours. The region may experience strong winds… read more
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Australia-Backed Pacific Rugby Funding Delayed Amid Political Tensions
Pacific rugby funding hangs in the balance as Samoa’s new Prime Minister weighs Lakapi Samoa changes. With Fiji and Tonga already on board, plans for new Pacific… read more
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Fiji Grants Howden Insurance Brokers License
Howden Insurance Brokers (Fiji) has secured a license to operate, signaling a new era in Fiji’s insurance scene. As operations begin next month, the market could see… read more
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Australia Briefs Pacific Nations on China’s Naval Capabilities
Australian defence officials are briefing Pacific partners as a Chinese naval task group moves through the region. With security implications reverberating across the Pacific, analysts weigh possible… read more
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Fiji Leads UNEA-7 With Coral Reef Climate Resilience Pact
Fiji is taking center stage at UNEA-7, guiding a landmark resolution to accelerate the climate resilience of coral reefs. A bold push for a One Ocean Finance… read more
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UK Tightens Nauru Visa Rules Over Citizenship-by-Investment Scrutiny
Britain tightens entry rules for Nauru nationals, citing security concerns around the island’s citizenship-by-investment program. New visa measures kick in soon, with a brief grace period for… read more
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WCPFC Sets Albacore Catch Cut to Protect American Samoa Fisheries
A decade in the making, a new WCPFC management approach aims to cut South Pacific albacore catches by about 10–12%, balancing stock health with the needs of… read more
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Cheryl Hines Reveals Subtle Rift with Larry David Amid RFK Jr. Politics
Cheryl Hines says the supposed rift with Larry David isn’t as serious as it seems, and politics has quietly colored their relationship. She hasn’t pushed to reconnect… read more
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Sunny Hostin Slams Trump’s Rally Remarks as Xenophobic and Racist
Sunny Hostin fires back at Trump’s rally rhetoric, calling it blatant xenophobia that hit home for her Haitian family. On The View, her pointed critique joins peers… read more
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Six Flags Magic Mountain Teases Major Family-Focused Upgrades as Classic Rides Depart
Two longtime kids’ rides at Six Flags Magic Mountain appear set to depart, according to permits filed with the county. The park frames the move as part… read more
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Holmes on Homes Star Frank Cozzolino Dies at 56
Frank Cozzolino, the beloved electrician known for his hands-on work on long-running home-reno shows, has died at 56. Friends remember a warm, dedicated craftsman whose humor and… read more
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Korea and Pacific Islands Forge Partnerships for a Resilient Blue Pacific
Seoul hosted a landmark Korea–Pacific Islands ministerial meeting, signaling a renewed push for resilience, climate leadership, and ocean stewardship across the Blue Pacific. The talks underscored unity… read more
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Unprecedented Deportations Hit Marshallese Community in Northwest Arkansas
– A close-knit Marshallese community in Northwest Arkansas confronts upheaval as enforcement actions tighten, leaving families facing an uncertain future. – Armed escorts and rapid deportations are… read more
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Tonga Gears Up for PM-Designate Vote After Fresh Nomination
Tonga faces a high-stakes moment as a second nomination for Prime Minister-Designate lands on the table. With a secret ballot on the horizon and the nation watching… read more
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Secret Exit from Venezuela Brings Nobel Laureate Machado to Oslo
An Oslo entrance wrapped in secrecy and resolve. A Venezuelan opposition leader, long in hiding, steps into the world stage as a daughter accepts the Nobel Peace… read more
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Nurse Exodus in the Pacific Strains Fiji’s Health System
A widening health workforce crisis in the Pacific is driving nurses and skilled workers abroad, reshaping Fiji’s care system and regional health outcomes. As temporary migration expands,… read more
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The Summer I Turned Pretty: Finale Sparks Movie Plans
A summer love story that’s taking pop culture by storm, with a finale that’s fueling buzz about a future film and a debate that still rages between… read more
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Letterman Teases Kimmel’s Resistance in Late-Night Trump-Era TV
David Letterman sits down with Jimmy Kimmel for a candid, witty exchange about leadership, free speech, and how late-night TV navigates a polarized democracy. Expect sharp humor,… read more
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Farmers Welcome $12B Relief, But Questions Remain Over Real Aid
Farmers brace for another tough year as a $12 billion aid package arrives, but many warn it’s only a temporary lifeline. With low crop prices, stalled exports,… read more
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Fiji launches first green finance taxonomy to mobilize $1.3 trillion by 2035
Fiji launches its first green finance taxonomy, turning COP30 pledges into real national action. Focusing on energy and transport, the framework aims to mobilize massive climate funding… read more
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Fiji Retail Under Scrutiny as Consumer Council Flags Pricing Tricks
Year-long market checks have spotlighted troubling pricing and promotional practices across retailers—from supermarkets to open markets. Missing VAT disclosures and misleading ads are among the concerns, with… read more
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Sea Drones Hit Shadow Fleet Tanker in the Black Sea, Third Strike in Two Weeks
Another strike in the Black Sea targets a tanker tied to Russia’s oil trade, the latest escalation in a campaign Kyiv says is choking Moscow’s revenue for… read more
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Suva Nightclub Assault: Cop and 22-Year-Old Remanded on Grievous Harm Charge
An alleged nightclub assault in Suva has left a victim in critical condition as two men, including a Special Constable, are remanded on a serious charge. The… read more
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Ledrusasa Receives Land Leases, a Turning Point for Fiji’s Informal Settlements
Ledrusasa residents celebrate a landmark moment as land leases are handed over, providing legal security and a path to stable homes. With titles in hand and a… read more
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Fiji’s FNPF bets on prime property to fuel growth as rents rise
Fiji’s big-property player is widening its footprint with prime development sites and an expanded beachfront portfolio. The latest year points to stronger income, rising asset values, and… read more
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Fiji Boxer Fights Through Injury at Dubai IBA World Championships, Sparks National Boxing Revival
Fiji’s lightweight champion faced backlash after a tough showing at the IBA World Championships in Dubai. His coach reveals he fought on with an injured hand, a… read more
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Fiji–New Zealand Tax Treaty Talks Aim to Modernize by 2026
Fiji and New Zealand kick off talks to modernize a decades-old double taxation agreement, signaling a new era for cross-border trade and investment. Framed by the Duavata… read more
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Fiji Facebook Post Tests Limits of Political Speech in Court
Suva’s courtroom drama centers on a Facebook post tied to a political party, sparking a bold move to challenge the charge of publicly opposing SODELPA. With disclosures… read more
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Fiji Launches Wastewater Monitoring to Track Drug Trends Across Communities
A new wastewater‑monitoring pilot in Fiji is set to map drug trends across communities, with regional partners joining forces to transform data into smarter public health decisions.… read more
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Fiji Museum Poetry Project Elevates Local Writers
Ten local writers illuminate Fiji’s artifacts through poetry and prose, turning history into intimate, contemporary storytelling. A fresh Fiji Museum initiative that celebrates culture, pride, and new… read more