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As families around the country prepare for Diwali, a resident from Qelewaqa in Labasa has raised concerns about ongoing water supply issues in his area, claiming that nearly 15 households have continued to face intermit
The President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu has met with the King Charles at Buckingham Palace. Ratu Naiqama says it was a warm and meaningful engagement, reflecting the enduring friendship between Fiji and the United Ki
Save the Children Fiji has strongly condemned recent calls to reintroduce corporal punishment in schools, warning that such actions are illegal, unconstitutional, and a violation of children’s rights. The organis
2016 Olympic gold medal winning Fiji 7s coach, Ben Ryan and his wife, Michelle have just had a baby daughter. Ryan has posted that their daughter's name is Nala Lomani Ryan. Ryan says mum and daughter are
Former inmate Sachin Sharma is preparing to make a remarkable debut as a fashion designer at this Saturday’s Makete Fashion Show, where he will showcase his first-ever men’s attire collection. Sharma, who disco
Excitement is building as the Navtarang and Radio Sargam Thali Competition judging will take place tomorrow at our home at 231 Waimanu Road. The Diwali Thali will include sweets and savory. While speaking to f
People can use fireworks from 5pm to 10pm on the days leading up to Diwali, however, on Diwali day which is next Tuesday, the permitted hours are from 5pm to midnight.

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Based on the current situation, we will see more children living with HIV and many of these children will be attending school, and we cannot afford to have them treated badly because of their HIV status. The Chairm
When the Fijian Teachers Association suggests reintroducing corporal punishment (i.e. using leather belts) as a means of discipline in schools, it raises urgent questions about how to foster sustainable self-regulation
The country is seeing a recent rise in incidents involving the assault of bus drivers, raising concerns about the safety of public transport users, and prompting police to increase awareness efforts and boost visibility
People living in other countries can now transfer money directly to the MyCash mobile wallet of people in Fiji, as Digicel Fiji expands its money transfer platform through a partnership with Ria, a global leader in mone
As Indo-Fijians across the country begin preparations for Diwali, Sanatan Shiv Mandir priest, Dharmend Sharma has reminded the public of the deeper meaning behind Diwali, describing it as a celebration of light, unity a
31-year-old Lui Bale Vuibureta, also known as XKON on TikTok, will take his plea on the 19th of November. The State filed amended charges this morning, removing counts two and three. Magistrate Josaia Waqaivol
As families across Fiji prepare to celebrate Diwali, the National Fire Authority is reminding everyone to prioritise safety while decorating their homes and business premises. Last year four homes were destroyed d
In a bid to strengthen disaster preparedness and recovery in vulnerable communities, a parametric insurance initiative is now benefitting over 12,000 Fijians through cooperatives and agri-pharma agencies with establishe
The war of words continues as National Federation Party’s General Secretary, Kamal Iyer says Fiji Labour Party Leader, Mahendra Chaudhry has been caught with his pants down after Chaudhry today released a statement ex
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a historic ceasefire agreement today, aimed at bringing lasting peace to the Middle East, following the signing of a multi-party deal involving Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey. A
Police will look into yet another case of a person allegedly impersonating the Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu where a man was asking for money and harassing a prominent businessman. Screenshots shared by th
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka has today confirmed that he will attend this week’s Fiji Media Association “Meet the Public and the Press†Town Hall meetings in the Western Division. These events will take place
The case where 5,000 ex-servicemen allege they were not paid $25 billion in allowances for peacekeeping missions for United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon between 1978 and 2002 has been adjourned to next month to chec
