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Fiji’s Farewell at Vodafone Arena Sparks Emotional Tribute
A packed Vodafone Arena bid farewell to Ratu George “Fiji” Veikoso as his son’s heartfelt eulogy hinted at a life shaped by music, faith and family. read more
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Empty Chiefs, Unsettled Homes: Fiji’s Silent Crisis
A quiet crisis is unfolding across Fiji: thousands of customary leadership roles lie empty just as hundreds of informal settlements strain under mounting housing insecurity. The overlap… read more
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Al Jazeera Reporter Killed in Gaza? Claims and Outcry
A deadly strike near a Gaza hospital killed several journalists amid conflicting claims about the target, prompting international outrage and urgent demands for independent investigations. read more
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Starlink Heads to Fiji: A Game‑Changer for Remote Islands?
A new initiative aims to transform connectivity for Fiji’s most isolated communities, pairing satellite links with local training and disaster-ready equipment. Discover how this approach could reshape… read more
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Banking Shake-Up in Nauru — Are Your Accounts Affected?
Nauru’s banking scene has just changed hands — a new provider has quietly opened on‑island branches and started issuing cards, with knock‑on effects for payroll and everyday… read more
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Australia’s Ministers in the Pacific: What’s at Stake?
Australia’s senior ministers are on a strategic Pacific tour — meetings across Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu and Fiji aim to tighten defence, development and diplomatic ties and… read more
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Papua New Guinea Seeks Reset With New Zealand — CEPA Looms
Papua New Guinea is pressing New Zealand for a bespoke economic partnership and rejecting the regional pact — signalling a push to reset their relationship. read more
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Apia Dialogue: A Turning Point for Pacific Climate?
Leaders, youth and technical partners are coming together to shift decades of climate loss and damage advocacy into concrete, community-focused action. read more
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Fiji Court of Appeal Shakes Up Employment Dismissal Jurisdiction
A recent Court of Appeal ruling has reopened a dismissed employee’s claim and challenged rigid jurisdictional limits in employment disputes — a development with real implications for… read more
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A New Wave in Fiji’s Maritime Future
Fiji charts a bold course toward greener shipping, reviving shipbuilding and maritime training to protect ocean livelihoods and modernise regional transport. read more
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China-Nauru Investment Pact: What Comes Next?
A major investment pact promises to reshape life in a tiny Pacific nation — but who will really benefit, and how quickly will promises turn into projects? read more
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Trump Hints at Controversial Plan Before Alaska Meeting with Putin
An Alaska face‑to‑face between Trump and Putin puts territorial options for Ukraine back in play — and has Kyiv and European allies sounding alarms. read more
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Fiji DPP Pryde Hits Back Over Suspended Pay
A high‑profile constitutional showdown: Fiji’s Director of Public Prosecutions has rejected a pay suspension and accused the Judicial Services Commission of sidestepping its duties — a dispute… read more
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Who’s Counting Pacific Digital Trade?
Pacific island countries are stepping up efforts to understand and harness a fast-growing wave of digital trade. Data gaps, skills shortfalls and customs hurdles stand between local… read more
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Homegrown Wisdom: USP Scholar’s Quiet Revolution for Fiji’s Climate Future
A son of Koro Island is exploring how iTaukei worldviews and mataqali-owned businesses could underpin community resilience as climate pressures mount. read more
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Fiji DPP’s Suspended Pay Sparks Constitutional Clash
Christopher Pryde alleges an “unlawful” suspension and withheld pay amid claims of procedural failures and possible conflicts — a tense showdown that puts accountability under the spotlight. read more
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Yu Zidi’s World Champs Surprise — Why the Sport Is Talking
A sensational junior breakthrough at the world championships has electrified fans — and reignited a heated debate about the responsibilities and risks of pushing children into elite… read more
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Spain Women’s Team Poised for Summer Coaching Shake-Up
A summer shake-up at the helm of Spain’s women’s team: the current coach will step down and a decorated former captain is set to take over. With… read more
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Mysterious Vessel Off Solomon Islands Fuels Narco‑Sub Fears
A mysterious low‑profile vessel washed up off Isabel Province, sparking concerns about possible narco‑submarine activity and glaring gaps in Pacific maritime surveillance. The discovery has already prompted… read more
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Why Fiji’s Tolu Young Could Be Unmissable This Year
Twenty-year-old Tolu Young heads to the US collegiate circuit while targeting the Oceania Games — a pivotal season that could reshape Fiji’s standing in international swimming. read more
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Flying Fijians’ Pacific Nations Cup Gamble
A home training block and the Pacific Nations Cup give Mick Byrne a chance to blood new talent and build squad depth. read more
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Fiji Police Academy’s Quiet Training Overhaul
A major refresher course for constables is underway, aiming to sharpen frontline skills and open clearer promotion pathways as part of wider training reforms. read more
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New IMO Presence in Suva Sparks Questions for Pacific Shipping
A new IMO regional office in Suva promises to reshape how Pacific islands handle maritime safety, pollution and the push for cleaner shipping — with potentially far-reaching… read more
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Penny Wong in Suva: What’s Australia Bringing to the Pacific Islands Forum?
Penny Wong arrives in Suva for a high-stakes Pacific Islands Forum ministers’ meeting — behind-the-scenes negotiations on climate, security and regional partnership are expected. read more
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New Zealand’s Quiet Ultimatum to the Cook Islands
At the Cook Islands’ 60th anniversary, New Zealand issued a pointed warning over recent overseas agreements — raising fresh questions about consultation, sovereignty and paused funding. read more
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New Islands Business Flipbook: See What’s Inside
Page-turning digital edition for desktop and tablet — explore regional business analysis, in-depth interviews and feature stories in an immersive, magazine-like format. read more
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Is Fiji About to Fix Its Broken Building Permits?
Fiji plans a digital overhaul of its building-permit system — a move that could finally clear years-long backlogs and reshape how construction and investment move forward. read more
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Fiji Moves on Migrant Worker Protections — A Turning Point?
Fiji’s Employment Ministry is promising tougher oversight and policy reforms to better protect migrant and foreign workers — but questions remain about whether the changes will go… read more
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Suva to Honor FIJI — Live Stream Unites Fans Worldwide
A nation gathers to salute Fijian music legend George “FIJI” Veikoso — a heartfelt public farewell and outpouring of tributes that underscore a legacy sure to resonate… read more
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Underdog Showdown: Natabua vs Nasinu in Deans U18 Semi
Underdogs collide as Natabua U18 face a resurgent Nasinu in a tense Deans Trophy semi — expectation, passion and fine margins set the stage for a classic… read more