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The Fiji government has issued a statement affirming its solidarity with Israel and commitment to global peace in the midst of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. It says Fiji’s stance was demonstrated
This is what nations can achieve when they unite towards shared challenges working towards peace, resilience and prosperity in our region. Minister for Maritime Development and Disaster Management, Sakiasi Ditoka h
A 39-year-old man remains in police custody following the death of his 38-year-old wife on Sunday. Police say the suspect is alleged to have seriously assaulted the victim in their home in Narewa, Nadi. They s
A 19-year-old man was found dead near a bulk store in Field 40, Lautoka yesterday afternoon. Police say the man was found motionless in a sitting position. He was rushed to the Lautoka Hospital and was pronoun
Society members have been urged to prioritise healthy habits and advocate for comprehensive healthcare, emphasising collaboration among professionals, policymakers, and communities. While sharing his stories during
Civil servants in the Western division were lauded by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka for their pivotal role in administering and advancing Fiji. In a meeting, Rabuka reiterated the crucial role of civil servants as
Compared to the number of laboratory-confirmed dengue cases for the past 10-weeks, Fiji is well below the dengue outbreak threshold. This was stated by the Divisional Medical Officer Central, Tevita Qica while resp
Chief Registrar, Tomasi Bainivalu has been ordered to pay $300 after pleading guilty to a charge of driving under the influence of alcohol while a non-conviction has been recorded. Bainivalu was driving a vehicle i
More than $10 million was used by the government in response to damages caused by Tropical Cyclone Yasa. This was highlighted by the Director of National Disaster Management Office Vasiti Soko while presenting at t
Villagers of Cikobia Island in Macuata, Vanua Levu are calling on the government to assist them with water as their main water source is about to run dry. In a video that has been widely circulated on social media,
The 21-year-old bus driver who allegedly caused the death of a 23-year-old woman in Suva last Thursday along Stinson Parade in Suva has been released on bail. Ronal Vikash Nair was produced in the Suva Magistrates
Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka is yet to make a statement in relation to Fiji’s UN vote against a resolution for truce and ceasefire in Gaza. Coalition government partner, the National Federation Party, says the
Residents of Savudrua Village in Dreketi, Vanua Levu have raised concerns about living in tents since 2020 after a cyclone destroyed their homes. They have also raised issues about having water issues and lack of sani
The bus driver who allegedly caused the death of a 23-year-old woman in Suva last week, has been charged. The accused has been charged with one count of Dangerous Driving Causing Death and will appear in the Suva M
A 56-year-old man has died after he was hit by a vehicle driven by a 63-year-old man while he was crossing the road near the Viseisei bypass in Lautoka yesterday. Police say the man was rushed to the Lautoka Hospit
Following the success of the Bollywood Dhamaka show at Churchill Park last night, there is great news for Navtarang and Radio Sargam fans in the Southern Division as preparations have begun for the Diwali Dhamaka Show
More than 180 people living in 27 communities along the coastal, maritime and rural areas are seeking for assistance to tackle the effects of climate change. This comes after the Human Rights and Anti-Discriminatio
The Land Transport Authority has issued a stern warning to all Public Service Vehicle drivers that they will come down hard on them if they continue to blatantly ignore road safety rules and risk the lives of pedestrian
Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel's ground operation in Gaza marks the second stage of what he says will be a "long and difficult" war with Hamas. Speaking in a televised address, Netanyahu conf
Following several questions from members of the public, Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha has reiterated that Diwali will be celebrated on Monday, 13th November and not on Sunday. According to the Sabha, the au
