Entertainment

Nick Carter of Backstreet Boys facing civil lawsuits in Vegas alleging sexual assault decades ago

Backstreet Boys singer Nick Carter has won a favorable ruling in one of two civil lawsuits filed against him in Nevada, one by a woman who alleges he raped her on his tour bus in Washington state in 2001 and another by a woman who alleges he sexually assaulted her on his boat off Florida in 2003.

September 3, 2023 3:15 pm
 

Entertainment

Emotional Tony Leung wins lifetime award at Venice

Hong Kong actor Tony Leung Chiu-wai received a Golden Lion Lifetime Achievement Award at the Venice Film Festival on Saturday, brushing away his tears as he was given a prolonged standing ovation.

September 3, 2023 2:27 pm
 

World

With DeSantis absent, Biden surveys storm damage in Florida

President Joe Biden traveled to Florida on Saturday to survey the destruction from Hurricane Idalia and comfort victims of the storm, but he did not meet Governor Ron DeSantis, a potential presidential rival, who opted not to come.

September 3, 2023 2:24 pm
 

Tennis

Star-struck Coco Gauff uses Justin Bieber as motivation for comeback win

Coco Gauff was left star-struck by Justin Bieber in the crowd during her U.S. Open match with Elise Mertens, but the 19-year-old American said the singer’s presence also inspired her comeback victory on Friday.

September 3, 2023 2:20 pm
 

Australia

Australia government to introduce bill barring 'wage theft' on Monday

Australia’s Labor government will introduce legislation to close “loopholes” in workplace law, a move opposed by employer groups fearing higher costs, when parliament returns on Monday.

September 3, 2023 1:29 pm
 

Rugby

Namosi to challenge Nadroga for Farebrother Trophy

Namosi will be the first challenger to the Farebrother Trophy against holders Nadroga this year.

September 3, 2023 1:17 pm
 

News

Steer clear of materialistic lifestyle: PM

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has urged people to steer clear of materialistic lifestyles, considering the alarming number of Fijians living in poverty.

September 3, 2023 1:10 pm
 

Basketball

Baraki credits teammates in U19 basketball win

Yat Sen Secondary School’s Under-19 boys’ basketball team captain Osea Baraki, credits the remarkable triumph to his team’s unwavering commitment and relentless hard work.

September 3, 2023 12:49 pm
 

Hockey

Major turnout in hockey trials

Fiji Hockey’s historic qualification to the 2024 Hockey 5s World Cup has inspired and boosted the morale of players.

September 3, 2023 12:40 pm
 

Football

Vanuatu secure semi-final place at OFC Olympic Qualifier

Vanuatu has booked its place in the semi-finals of the OFC Olympic Qualifier in Auckland after a 3-1 win over Samoa in Group B at Trusts Arena.

September 3, 2023 12:34 pm
 

World

Rain and mud leave Burning Man revelers stranded in Nevada desert

Tens of thousands of revelers attending the Burning Man festival in the Nevada desert have been asked to shelter in place and conserve food and water on Saturday after a rainstorm turned the site into mud.

September 3, 2023 12:31 pm
 

News

Labour migration a challenge: WAF

The Water Authority of Fiji is currently focusing on investing in knowledge management programs to up-skill and retain its staff.

September 3, 2023 12:30 pm

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