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Many students in Fiji are entering secondary school unable to read or write proficiently and there is a need for creative teaching methods to engage students and support those with learning impediments, such as autism o
Three people are dead and six injured after a shooting at a school in Wisconsin. A juvenile suspect is among the dead following the attack at Abundant Life Christian School in the state's capital, Madison. Pol
A recent joint operation between the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service, the Fiji Police Force, and the Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji has successfully detected and disrupted multiple illegal activities. FRCS says
Three people are dead and six injured after a shooting at a school in Wisconsin, police say A juvenile suspect is among the dead following the attack at Abundant Life Christian School in the state's capital, Madiso
Minister for Tourism Viliame Gavoka confirms that 5 guests have been discharged following an alleged spiked cocktail incident at Warwick Resort. Gavoka says one guest was released on Sunday from the Sigatoka Hospit
Permanent Secretary for Health, Doctor Jemesa Tudravu says one thing they noticed during the recent Fiji National Immunisation Coverage Survey is the rise in vaccine hesitancy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr Tudra
Serious concerns are being raised on the increasing number of accidents happening on our roads, especially due to drunk driving during this festive season. Over the weekend, drunk driving contributed to the death o
A mother and daughter are returning home to Sydney after an “ideal break†turned into a “worst nightmare†when they were hospitalised after a suspected alcohol poisoning at a holiday resort in Fiji. David S
Bridging Gaps through Innovation and Public-Private Collaboration As Fiji grapples with the dual challenges of advancing healthcare infrastructure and ensuring access to quality services for all, Pacific Specialist
30 female students from across Fiji have been awarded education grants under the 2024 Westpac Women and Girls Education Grant. Westpac says four women are from the Northern Division, two from Labasa, one from Bua a
Violence against children contributes to a wide range of health issues such as alcohol and drug abuse, mental disorders and sexually transmitted infections and costs Fiji over $19 million in healthcare expenses annually
As Fiji continues to navigate social and economic challenges, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has called for peace, unity and strong leadership as it is the critical pillar for Fiji's progress during the Coalition Thanks
The Women Entrepreneurs Business Council under the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation has announced the results of its recent annual council election, where Vera Chute of Value City has been elected as the Council C
The women’s club of Raj Moti Lal Street in Raiwai has undertaken a cleanup initiative on Nairai Road, McFarlane Street, and Kia Street, addressing the accumulation of rubbish that has been dumped along these streets f
Minister for Tourism, Viliame Gavoka reassures both local and international visitors to Fiji that the serious health incident that occurred at a resort on the Coral Coast, where 7 guests presented with illness after con
The teacher of Lelean Memorial High School, who allegedly assaulted some Year 9 students, has been encouraged by the Nausori Magistrates Court to settle the matter. 28-year-old Filipe Qio appeared before Magistrate
Two Russian oil tankers with 29 crew members on board have been heavily damaged in the Black Sea, triggering an oil spill, authorities in Russia have said. Footage released by Russia's Southern Transport Prosecuto
ABC News has agreed to pay US$15 million to US President-elect Donald Trump to settle a defamation lawsuit after its star anchor falsely said he had been found "liable for rape". George Stephanopoulos made the stat
From humble beginnings, Tavua farmer, Vinod Kumar is an inspiration to many as he has transformed what was a small enterprise to now supplying more than 100 litres of milk to the Fiji Dairy Ltd in Ba on a daily basis.
A joint committee led by the Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji is stepping up efforts to address the issue of derelict and abandoned ships that remain in Suva Harbour, posing risks to the marine environment and navigati
