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USP aims to increase senior staffing numbers

For the remainder of the year up until 2012, the University of the South Pacific is aiming at increasing the number of their senior staff. That was the revelation of USP Vice Chancellor Doctor Rajesh Chandra at the Grad

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Man dead after being struck with knife

A 47 year old man of Navua died after he was struck with a cane knife in Navua yesterday afternoon. Regional Police Commander Southern, SSP Ravi Narayan has confirmed that a 65 year old man is in custody and is under in

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Health symposium to address NCD mortality rates

Only 16 per cent of the country's population live to 50 years of age while only 8 per cent live beyond 60 years of age. This is according to Health Minister Dr Neil Sharma in relation to NCD's in the country whi

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PSC issues directive to all PS/Govt heads

The Public Service Commission has directed all Permanent Secretaries and government heads of departments not to purchase materials from four hardware companies unless it is approved by the Finance Minister, Commodore Vor

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Lautoka High Court rules forfeiture of residential property

The Lautoka High Court has today ruled the forfeiture of 6 vehicles and a residential property in Nadi under the proceeds of Crime Act 2004. This comes after the DPP's office made an application on 27th of May this

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60 y/o uncle condemned to 15 years for rape

A 60 year old man, who indecently assaulted, raped and committed an unnatural offence on his 6 year old niece has been sentenced to 15 years imprisonment by the Suva High Court this afternoon. The man was found guilty o

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Education Ministry follows up on school

The Ministry of Education is following up on a case of a prominent school in Suva that has instructed it's students to pay up their fees arrears before they are allowed to continue with classes in Term 3. According

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Charges against Kepa officially discharged

Rewa High Chief Ro Teimumu Kepa today officially had her charge of one count of conspiracy to effect an unlawful purpose namely disobedience of unlawful act discharged by the Suva Magistrates Court. The case was called

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Air Pacific to add extra flight to Hong Kong

The National carrier, Air Pacific will add another flight service to Hong Kong in December. A new flight will start from December 13th on Mondays departing Fiji every Monday, Thursday and Saturday and returning every Tu

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Devi defies all odds to graduate

A 23 year old woman, who was born with a medical condition that left her physically disabled has overcome all odds and with sheer determination graduated from the University of the South Pacific with a double degree toda

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Violent robber gets 10 years

A 39 year old man charged with robbery with violence and unlawful use of motor vehicle was this morning sentenced to 10 years imprisonment by the Suva High Court. The court heard that on 14th June 2008, Raymond Johnson

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Omkar Road murder victim may have been a teenager

It has been confirmed today in the Omkar Road murder trial where it has been confirmed that the victim, at the time of the alleged murder was a 14 to 16 year old girl and not a 22 old woman as highlighted earlier. A Pol

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Families and friends celebrated Eid together

It's the celebration of newly formed friendships, learning of others beliefs and a time of togetherness. These are the views of Muslims and people of different religions and race as they celebrate Eid today at vario

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Weather pattern due to natural variability

The weather pattern experienced in Fiji is not from global warming but our natural variability. The Manager Climate Special Services at the Nadi Weather Office Dr Sushil Sharma said Fiji and other Pacific island states

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FNU holds inaugural open day

Make maximum use of what the Fiji National University has to offer. That was the message from President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau to secondary school students as he officially opened the FNU Open Day at the Pasifika Campus

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No need for screenings - Bingwor

There is no need for screenings to be held at workplaces to ensure a healthy workplace. This is the sentiment of the Ministry of Health's Divisional Medical Officer in the Central Division, Dr. Frances Bingwor while

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NFA attends to more than 200 bushfires

With a decision expected to be made soon on whether to declare a state of drought in many parts of the country, the National Fire Authority has revealed that a total of two hundred and twenty-two grass, bush and rubbish

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Muslims celebrate Eid today

It's a day of celebration for the Muslim community who after a month of fasting are celebrating Eid today. Fiji Muslim League, President Hafiz Khan said that Eid signifies unity as it brings all communities togethe

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Fathers play important role in family

The role of a Father is important in a family. This is the message by the Methodist Church's Acting General Secretary Rev Tevita Nawadra as Father's Day will be celebrated by its members this Sunday. Nawadra ur

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Food rations/water to be supplied to worst affected areas

Emergency food rations and water will be supplied to people in the areas worst affected by the current drought if the need arises in the days and weeks ahead. DISMAC Acting Director Pajiliai Dobui said the packs are be

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