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Naidrodro Settlement in Ba seeks land for church

A resident of Naidrodro Settlement in Ba, Mesulame Nakiole has highlighted during the Fijian Media Association’s Meet the Public and the Press town hall that they have requested land from the Rarawai Sugar Mill and th

Iliana Biutu 1 min read
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Diwali festivities begin with Dhanteras today

As the festive spirit of Diwali sets in, the five-day celebrations begin today with Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, a day dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Kuber, and Lord Dhanvantari, the deities of wealth, h

Priya Nand 1 min read
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IFRC President makes historic visit to Fiji

A traditional welcoming ceremony was accorded to the global president of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) Kate Forbes this morning at Moala Village in Nadi. This is her fi

Temalesi Vono 1 min read
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Prince Andrew gives up his title as Duke of York

Prince Andrew is giving up his titles, including the Duke of York, he has announced in a personal statement. He has been under increasing pressure over his links with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, with calls for Bu

Mikaele Liga 1 min read
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Fiji Corrections Service marks 150 years of service

The Fiji Corrections Service today launched their 150th anniversary celebrations, marking years of dedicated service, discipline, and transformation since 1874. Acting Commissioner of Corrections, Sevuloni Naucukid

Iliana Biutu 1 min read
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Cane payment to be given on Monday as Diwali cheer

Good news for sugarcane farmers as the final cane payment for the 2024 season, including a Government top-up of $8.27 per tonne, will be given out on Monday. This will allow thousands of workers and service provide

Mansi Chand 1 min read