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Fiji Weighs Valelevu Ground for New National Hospital in CWM Redevelopment
Fiji strides toward a major healthcare overhaul, with Cabinet weighing a new national hospital site alongside major upgrades to the CWM complex. Backed by international partners, the… read more
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Fiji Heavy Rain Alert Remains in Force for Northern Division and Northern Lau Group; Now in Effect for Eastern Viti Levu, Lau and Yasawa Islands
Unsettled skies are rolling in over Fiji, bringing heavy showers, the potential for thunderstorms, and a real chance of flash flooding in low-lying areas. The wet spell… read more
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Tonga PM Suspends Minister as ACC Launches Corruption Probe
An unexpected shake‑up in Tonga as a senior minister is suspended amid a formal anti-corruption inquiry. Investigators are moving to establish the facts, with governance and accountability… read more
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Taiwan and Fiji Expand Disaster-Response Ties with New Medical Equipment
Taiwan and Fiji are deepening their disaster-response partnership with new emergency medical equipment and targeted EMT training, strengthening Fiji’s ability to deliver care before patients reach the… read more
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Cambodia Withdraws from SEA Games as Border Clashes Escalate
Safety takes precedence as Cambodia withdraws its team from the Southeast Asian Games amid escalating border clashes with Thailand. Families urged athletes to return home, prompting a… read more
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Australia Imposes First-of-Its-Kind Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Australia stakes a bold claim in online safety, introducing a sweeping rule aimed at shielding teens from the digital world. The move has sparked a global debate… read more
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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… read more
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Fiji Eyes Independent National Health Commission at Health Transformation Summit 2025
Fiji is moving toward a new National Health Commission to steer the country’s health landscape. At the Fiji Health Transformation Summit 2025, fresh analyses and a long-term… read more
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Japan Scrambles Jets as Russia-China Joint Patrols Near Borders
Japan tightens its air patrols as Russian and Chinese forces conduct long-distance joint patrols near its borders. The maneuvers, described as a show of force, have security… read more
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Brunson Drops 35 as Knicks Advance to NBA Cup Semifinals
Brunson exploded for 35 points to lift the Knicks past the Raptors and into the NBA Cup semifinals. Hart added 21 as New York caps a breakthrough… read more
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Dodgers land Edwin Díaz on $69M deal pending physical
Edwin Díaz appears headed for a blockbuster three-year, $69 million deal with the Dodgers, including deferred payments that could reshape the team’s payroll. His arrival could give… read more
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Mead Road PRB Eviction Deadline Extended as Government Pledges More Housing Help
An extended eviction timeline has brought a pause for families at Mead Road PRB as officials map out new housing options. With many still searching for a… read more
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Antitrust Alarm as Lawsuit Targets Netflix-Warner Bros. Discovery Deal
A high-stakes lawsuit targets Netflix’s blockbuster bid for Warner Bros. Discovery’s studios and streaming assets, arguing the deal would blunt competition in U.S. streaming. As lawmakers weigh… read more
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Drua Tie Up with Silver Fern Ahead of 2026 Shop N Save Super Rugby Season
Two rugby traditions unite as the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua strike a new training partnership with Silver Fern. The alliance promises elite gear and boosted prep for… read more
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Lautoka death probe after weekend altercation at Tau Primary School grounds
A weekend tragedy at Tau Primary School grounds in Lautoka has police probing a fatal confrontation that left a man in his 50s dead. With investigators gathering… read more
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Pacific Nations Unite for Major Transnational Crime Summit
– Pacific leaders are lining up a major Organized Crime Summit this May to confront illicit trade, money laundering, cybercrime, and environmental offenses. The goal: stronger collaboration… read more
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New Education Policy Could See Students Repeating Years Over Attendance and Grades
A sweeping new education policy tightens the path to progression, tying advancement to attendance and assessment. As December approaches, schools roll out early interventions and strengthened family… read more
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Naqali Village Tragedy: Suspect in Custody After Fatal Attack
A quiet village is rocked by the death of a 16-year-old girl after a brutal attack. With a suspect in custody and investigators pursuing new leads, the… read more
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Pacific Crossroads: Will the Summit Disrupt Transnational Drug Trafficking?
A high-stakes Pacific summit is bringing together regional and international law enforcement to disrupt organized crime networks trafficking illicit drugs. With methamphetamine and cocaine at the forefront,… read more
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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,… read more
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Fiji TRC Considers Extension as Healing Dialogue Advances
Fiji’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission stands at a pivotal moment, weighing a possible extension as the healing conversation deepens. While leaders say the process can’t solve all… read more
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Fiji High Court Case Sparks Questions About Pharma Governance
An ongoing High Court case in Suva raises sharp questions about governance and control within a network of pharmacies. With allegations of conspiracy, contract breaches, and fiduciary… read more
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Lautoka Court Clerk Faces Embezzlement Allegations In High Court Cash Case
A Lautoka court clerk faces serious allegations of embezzlement, with authorities detailing a substantial cash amount involved. The case has landed in court, raising fresh questions about… read more
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Suva High Court Set to Rule Tomorrow in Former Policeman Rape Case
Tomorrow could bring a pivotal ruling in Suva’s High Court regarding a former police officer accused of rape. With the judgment deferred recently, the verdict is highly… read more
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Appeals Court Reduces Sentence in Minors’ Sexual Offenses Case
A high-profile sentencing reversal has stirred debate over how the justice system handles offenses against minors. An appeals court significantly reduced a man’s term for abusing two… read more
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Fiji-NZ Naval Talks Set Course for Pacific Maritime Security
Pacific maritime security is tightening its weave through new partnerships. A Fiji Navy delegation’s visit to New Zealand explored crafting and executing a Maritime Security Strategy, spotlighting… read more
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Fiji National University Students Sharpen OHS Skills on Real-World Industry Field Trip
Future OHS professionals trade the classroom for real-world safety as students tour ports, hangars, treatment plants, and power stations. Guided by industry leaders, they observe risk controls… read more
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From Homesickness to Fiji Times Photographer: A Media Graduate’s Journey
Leaving home to pursue a media dream, Kata Wiseman Koli reveals the hurdles, faith, and hands-on training that shaped his Bachelor’s journey. He transformed tough moments into… read more
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Village Boys Rally for Wairiki 7s Challenge
Village Boys head into the Wairiki 7s carrying momentum from a Levuka win and a plan to grow their young squad. With injuries and sponsorship hurdles in… read more
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Fiji Aviation Governance Tensions Rise Ahead of Civil Aviation Bill 2026
Governance tensions are rising as board appointments at Fiji Airports and the Civil Aviation Authority of Fiji spark questions of conflicts of interest. As the Civil Aviation… read more