News

UN honors 23 Police officers for service in South Sudan

In a momentous ceremony, twenty-three Police officers serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) were awarded the prestigious UN Medal for their outstanding contributions to peacekeeping efforts in the region.

September 21, 2025 3:45 pm

Sports

Natural leadership boosts Fiji U18 school boys  

The Fiji schoolboys U-18 rugby side is banking on its strong leadership as a major advantage for its upcoming tour to Australia.

September 21, 2025 3:44 pm

World

Two bodies found in search for Freeport Indonesia workers trapped in mine, reports say

Two bodies have been recovered in the search for seven Freeport Indonesia workers trapped underground at a major copper mine since September 8 due to heavy mudflows, Indonesian media reported.

September 21, 2025 1:25 pm

Education

More students taking technical subjects, but retention remains low

The Ministry of Education is raising concerns about shifting subject preferences and the low number of students continuing technical studies.

September 21, 2025 12:42 pm

News

Immediate relief for Western Division cane farmers

Sugarcane farmers in Fiji’s Western Division are getting immediate financial relief after the recent fire at the Rarawai Mill.

September 21, 2025 12:41 pm

Sports

Winning start for Baby Pearls at Youth World Cup

The Fiji national U-21 netball team, the Baby Pearls, have started their Netball World Youth Cup campaign on a high note, securing their first win against Trinidad & Tobago in Gibraltar with a score of 53-40.

September 21, 2025 12:27 pm

News

Fiji trials first Japanese sugarcane harvester in Tavua

A milestone was marked for the country’s sugar industry yesterday with the launch of Fiji’s first hilly-terrain sugarcane mechanical harvester, supplied by Japan’s Kumiki Co., Ltd.

September 21, 2025 12:27 pm

World

Disney’s Kimmel suspension shows Trump’s increasing grip over media

ABC’s abrupt suspension of talk show host Jimmy Kimmel, opens new tab under pressure from the Federal Communications Commission is the latest demonstration of the power President Donald Trump wields to bend media, entertainment and digital platforms to his will, as he uses political pressure to mute criticism and punish institutions he sees as biased against him.

September 21, 2025 12:20 pm

Sports

Gerardo looks for improvement after Fiji’s opening win

Following Fiji’s narrow 5-4 win against Vanuatu in the OFC Men’s Nations Cup at Vodafone Arena last night, national futsal head coach José Gerardo acknowledged that while the result was a positive start, there is still significant room for improvement.

September 21, 2025 12:20 pm

News

Freezer truck boosts Fiji’s agricultural exports

The Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways has handed over a new freezer truck to Fresher Marketing Ltd, in a move aimed at strengthening Fiji’s agricultural exports and creating more opportunities for rural farmers.

September 21, 2025 12:18 pm

Sports

Fiji gymnasts shine at Australian clubs carnival

September 21, 2025 12:10 pm

News

Students explore automotive careers at Open Day

Tertiary students and young people had the opportunity to learn about career pathways in the automotive industry at Asco Motors’ first Open Day at its Nabua dealership yesterday.

September 21, 2025 12:06 pm