News

Back to school assistance not a free pass, says Education Minister

The Ministry of Education is aware that some parents enroll their children in school to receive the $200 Back-to-School assistance but fail to continue monitoring their education.

January 6, 2026 5:00 pm
 

News

FCCC consultation on EFL tariff faces scrutiny

Residents in Labasa have raised strong concerns over Energy Fiji Limited’s proposed 32 per cent electricity tariff increase over the next four years.

January 6, 2026 4:53 pm
 

News

Good samaritan facilitates donations around scam victim

What began as a troubling ATM scam involving an elderly man has transformed into a story of faith, compassion, and quiet leadership led by a good samaritan who asked for no recognition.

January 6, 2026 4:52 pm
 

World

Shackled and defiant, Maduro pleads not guilty to US narcotics charges

Shackled at the ankles and dressed in prison garb, toppled Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro stood before a U.S. judge on Monday and declared he was still his country’s rightful leader as he faced charges that could put him behind bars for life.

January 6, 2026 4:51 pm
 

News

Government debt records slight increase

Government debt outstanding reached $10.8 billion at the end of October 2025, reflecting a slight increase of 0.5 percent over the previous quarter and a 2.3 percent rise compared to the same period last year.

January 6, 2026 4:48 pm
 

News

Bus stand delays frustrate Lautoka commuters

Delays in the completion of the Lautoka Bus Stand upgrade are causing growing frustration for commuters and bus operators, with congestion, long walking distances, and safety concerns now part of daily travel.

January 6, 2026 4:45 pm
 

Entertainment

Critics Choice Award 2026: Why Elle Fanning Wants to Be More Like Kim Kardashian

At Critics Choice 2026, Elle Fanning shared why she looks to Kim Kardashian for fashion inspiration in an exclusive E! News interview.

January 6, 2026 4:43 pm
 

Sevens

Police recall forces Torosi out, Rokoua drafted in

Police duties have forced a late change to the McDonald’s Mike Friday Select 7s squad, with Ilikimi Torosi withdrawn from the team after being recalled to his professional obligations with the Fiji Police Force.

January 6, 2026 3:05 pm
 

Education

New leadership for TSLS

The Tertiary Scholarships and Loans Service has appointed Dr. Apisalome Movono as its new Chief Executive Officer.

January 6, 2026 3:02 pm
 

Health

MoH calls for vigilance to protect children during school holidays

Parents, grandparents, and caregivers have been urged to exercise extreme vigilance during the final weeks of the school holidays.

January 6, 2026 3:01 pm
 

Crime

FRCS steps up border security to combat drug smuggling

The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service has stepped up efforts to protect Fiji’s borders, training with the Australian Border Force on advanced drug-smuggling techniques.

January 6, 2026 3:00 pm
 

Rugby

Coral Coast 7s live on FBC Sports

Fans will again watch the 14th McDonald’s Fiji’s Coral Coast 7s live and exclusive on FBC Sports.

January 6, 2026 1:24 pm

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