Latest News news and updates from Fiji and the Pacific.
Continuous rain since last night has caused flooding in several areas in Labasa including Wailevu, Qelewaqa Road, Bulileka, Rokosalate, Navai, Navudi, Vunivere and Batinikama. We have received several messages from
This year’s Global Recycling Day celebrations will be held at Queen Victoria School in Tailevu on 18th March. The Pacific Recycling Foundation says this marks the first time in history that such a significant cel
Arsenal secured their biggest English Premier League win with a 6-0 ruthless dismantling of West Ham to move back to within two points of leaders Liverpool. Arsenal led 4-nil at halftime leaving the home side stunn
Following concerns raised regarding the use of vulgar words while performing bhajan or qawali, the Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji will be undertaking consultation to establish an Artist Wing while a coordi
Three people are in police custody in three separate cases after allegedly being found with methamphetamine and cocaine. A 54-year-old man is in custody following the seizure of two zip-lock plastic bags containing
Members of the Chinese community in Fiji came out in numbers today to celebrate the Chinese New Year at the Yat Sen Hall in Suva. Speaking during the celebrations, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Man
Taiwanese fishing vessel, FV Huang De, sailing under the Vanuatu flag, has run aground close to Makuluva Island, and the Fiji Rescue Coordination Centre is attempting to tow it out of the reef. The Rescue Coordina
As Heavy Rain and Flash Flood Warnings continue to be in force for the whole of Fiji Group, Tropical Depression 05F is unlikely to develop into a tropical cyclone due to an unfavourable environment. A Strong Wind
Women should have the confidence to become leaders as the country has a lot of resources to build women on this path. This has been highlighted by the Assistant Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection S
Discussions are underway to establish a new sugar mill in Rakiraki as Minister for Sugar Industry Charan Jeath Singh concluded his visit to India aimed at stimulating Fiji’s sugar production. The Ministry says t
An illness outbreak aboard a Cunard Cruise Line ship has spread and left at least 154 people experiencing symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A
Fiji Airways says ongoing issues regarding fuel has been affecting their flights to and from Funafuti, in Tuvalu. They say due to the unserviceability of the airport’s fuel truck, Fiji Airways has to carry retur
The FM96 Valentine's Day, “Dare to Love†competition is something their loyal audience can look forward to where five people have a chance to win $100 each for the dares they complete on Valentine’s Day. FM9
The President of Hungary Katalin Novak has resigned live on television over a decision to pardon a man convicted of covering up a child sexual abuse case. It was revealed last week Novak had given clemency to a ma
No one’s trip to the Super Bowl is getting more attention than Taylor Swift who is planing to catch a private jet for the Super Bowl game. Her plan to make it from a Sunday night concert in Tokyo to Vegas for Mo
ABC News says a 15-year-old has been taken into custody after allegedly shooting and injuring a tourist in Times Square and firing at a responding officer. They say the teen was caught yesterday afternoon just nor
To combat climate change, provide food security and restore biodiversity, the Karoko Youth Club will be planting 3,000 trees in their community. While speaking to fijivillage News, Club Coordinator, Josefa Matagas
As the Chinese community in Fiji celebrates the Lunar New Year today, people in Suva City got glimpses of the celebration as the Chinese Youth Social and Cultural Association - Fiji performed lion dances throughout the
The new Roko Tui Namosi, Ratu Paula Delaivuna hopes to work closely with the people of Namosi in terms of overcoming challenges and building a prosperous and resilient community. Ratu Paula says although Namosi is
For Fiji’s oldest party, the National Federation Party, the future “COULD be so bright they’ll have to wear shadesâ€. Note the slight change in the famous song lyric because their future isn’t certain despite t
