World

Chennai flooded as heavy rains from cyclone Michaung batter south India

Rescuers used boats to reach people stranded in their homes amid widespread flooding in India’s Chennai after cyclone Michaung barrelled into the southern coast, bringing in heavy rain and winds that uprooted trees and damaged roads.

December 7, 2023 7:32 am
 

Health

Ministry rolls out initiative to combat NCD crisis

The Ministry of Health is rolling out campaigns and programs targeting not only schools and communities but also remote rural and maritime areas for non-communicable diseases.

December 7, 2023 6:54 am
 

Boxing

Singh aims to down Kauyaca

Indian boxer, Kuldeep Singh is all geared up for this weekend’s bout against Alivereti Kauyaca in the South Pacific Boxing Promotion program.

December 7, 2023 6:45 am
 

News

Franchise scheme enhances island accessibility: Kinivuwai

The Ministry of Transport has clarified the involvement of eight private vessel operators servicing the government franchise scheme.

December 7, 2023 6:44 am
 

Natural Disaster

Fiji braces for dry season amidst El Niño

With the onset of the El Niño period, Fiji is presently experiencing a dry season that is anticipated to persist for the next few months.

December 7, 2023 6:35 am
 

Rugby League

Fijian AFL players show promise: McDonald

There is a huge potential for local players to thrive in the Australian Football League.

December 7, 2023 6:34 am
 

Football

All Stars Games to unearth young talent

The Fiji Football Association has established a new development program for young players, which kicks-off today at its Technical Academy in Ba.

December 7, 2023 6:28 am
 

Business

FNPF notes increase in investment returns

Fiji National Provident Fund’s investment portfolio grew from $8.6 billion in 2022 and stands at $9.4 billion this year.

December 7, 2023 6:28 am
 

Business

Minister highlights MSME’s advancements

A significant number of micro, small, and medium enterprises are taking advantage of prominent digital platforms to maximize their reach.

December 7, 2023 6:17 am
 

Football

UEFA to investigate ACL injuries in female players

UEFA has introduced a women’s health expert panel with the goal of gaining a deeper understanding of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries and their occurrence in the women’s game, European soccer’s governing body said.

December 7, 2023 6:16 am
 

Climate Change

Urgent action needed on pollutants says Ratu Naiqama

The Small Island Developing States are suffering from heavy pollutants, and most of the islands are sinking.

December 7, 2023 5:54 am
 

Natural Disaster

NDMO briefs Minister on disaster response

The National Disaster Management Office recently briefed the acting Minister for Disaster Management, Ro Filipe Tuisawau, regarding their readiness for the upcoming 2023–2024 cyclone season.

December 7, 2023 5:43 am

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