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The DC superhero film “Blue Beetle†led weekend ticket sales with an estimated $25.4 million, according to studio estimates, dethroning “Barbie†from the top spot after a record-setting run that left movie theat
Iranian women who flout the strict Islamic dress code mandating head coverings and modest clothing could face up to 10 years in prison under a bill passed on Wednesday. The push to step up penalties comes a year af
Actor Hugh Jackman and his wife Deborra-Lee Furness are to separate after 27 years of marriage, US media have reported. According to celebrity magazine People, the Australian couple said they had been "blessed to s
Having earlier this year suggested the Wallabies would launch a "smash and grab campaign" at the Rugby World Cup, coach Eddie Jones's plans are now in danger of being foiled at the first hurdle. Never before have t
Education is the foundation of strong character, strong societies and a strong nation. The Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation, Viliame Gavoka highlighted this while officiating the op
Australia's Rugby World Cup campaign has been dealt a major blow, with Fiji defeating the Wallabies 22-15 in a tense pool match in Saint-Étienne. Not since 1954 has Fiji defeated Australia in a Test match and the
Comedian and actor Russell Brand has been accused of sexually assaulting four women between 2006 and 2013, which he denies. Brand worked as a radio presenter for the BBC between 2006 and 2008 and the BBC said it wa
It is something definitely to look forward to and check out as University of Fiji is hosting the II Latin American Film Festival about the start of the revolution in Cuba and colonialism with it’s art exhibition.
Six children and four adults have been taken to hospital after being exposed to a "toxic cloud" at a swim centre in Sydney's south-west on Friday afternoon. Emergency services said 30 people were evacuated from the
For generations, the people of Fiji have built their lives around the country's rich coral reef ecosystems. The ocean provides sustenance, while the dazzling marine life brings tourists from around the world.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has vowed support for Russia's "just fight" during a summit with President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday, which the United States warned could lead to a deal to supply ammunition for Moscow
The MTV VMAs have been bringing their fair share of the show-stopping fashion you'd expect. Here are the biggest red (or actually pink) carpet arrivals and who wore what so far. The night will be filled with p
Abdarazak Abou Aalam skips down the street past piles of rubble, until he reaches what remains of his neighbour's house. A buckled wall on one side, tattered bed sheets strewn between flattened furniture and crumpl
This year is now almost certain to become Earth's warmest on record after a hot July and August saw global temperatures reach the Paris Agreement target of 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels for the first t
Northern Territory emergency services are battling a bushfire in the Barkly region, more than 9,300 square kilometres in size. Crews have been called in from South Australia and three extra fire bombers are on the
A strong earthquake of magnitude 6.8 that struck central Morocco has now killed more than 1,000 people and caused several damages and injuries to people in various areas. Morocco’s Interior Ministry says many res
A strong earthquake of magnitude 6.8 has struck central Morocco, killing at least 296 people. Morocco’s Interior Ministry says people from al-Haouz, Marrakesh, Ouarzazate, Azilal, Chichaoua and Taroudant have los
North Korea has unveiled a new tactical nuclear attack submarine, according to state media. On Wednesday, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attended the submarine-launching ceremony, news agency KCNA said. It wi
Steve Harwell, the lead singer of US band Smash Mouth, has died at the age of 56. The band's manager Robert Hayes had earlier said Harwell was in the final stages of liver failure and was receiving end of life care
The sacrifices and commitment of the Girmitiyas has been acknowledged during the annual fire walking prayer at the Sri Raja Maha Mariamman Temple in Howell Road, Samabula. While speaking before the ceremony yesterd
