France-based Flying Fijian capped lock forward Setareki Turagacoke and Aisake Mana are expected to further strengthen the SportsWorld Fiji Under-20 squad as preparations continue for the 2026 World Rugby Under-20 Championship in Georgia.

Fiji Rugby CEO Koli Sewabu encouraged young women across the country who are pursuing rugby to fully commit to the sport, as it has evolved into a viable career path for aspiring athletes.

Forward Neymar was again absent from Brazil’s training ground in Morristown, New Jersey, on Wednesday as the team prepares for their World Cup curtain-raiser against Morocco on Saturday, while also celebrating coach Carlo Ancelotti’s 67th birthday.

Imran Khan, also known as “King Khan,” has pleaded guilty  to breaching a restraining order in a civil case.

People living along coastal areas should prepare for the possibility of sea flooding, says the Fiji Meteorological Service.

The country is strengthening its security partnership with India. The focus is on cybersecurity, law enforcement cooperation and building stronger digital resilience.

A damaging heavy swell warning remains in force for parts of Fiji with rough seas and coastal flooding expected.

The US military has launched new strikes on Iran after President Donald Trump said US forces would hit the country “hard” as Tehran has taken “too long to make a deal” to end the war.

Billionaire Bill Gates told a congressional committee on Wednesday that he never had a personal relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and cut ties with the convicted sex offender when he could not deliver on fundraising for the Microsoft founder’s philanthropic efforts.

Mariners are strongly urged to heed current weather warnings and avoid unnecessary travel at sea as conditions continue to deteriorate.

Cane harvesters and lorry operators in Vanua Levu are calling for an urgent review of the $20-per-tonne mechanical harvesting rate ahead of the crushing season.