Handicraft vendors at Labasa Market have reported significant growth in business and product demand this year, as they prepare for the peak festive season.

The death toll from the collapse of an Islamic boarding school in Indonesia last week jumped to at least 49 people as rescuers have cleared nearly all of the debris, the country’s disaster mitigation agency said in a statement handed out.

The Minister for Public Works, Ro Filipe Tuisawau, says the type and number of vehicles on Fiji’s roads is a growing concern, contributing to traffic congestion and road safety issues nationwide.

Shoppers in Lautoka can now enjoy a fresh and modern retail experience as Home & Living unveils its newly renovated store ahead of Diwali.

Italy’s art heritage police said they raided a Salvador Dali exhibition and seized 21 works attributed to the famous Spanish surrealist painter that are presumed to be forgeries.

The Suva High Court today heard that the charge against former Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum may be inappropriately worded.

U.S. forces hit another vessel allegedly carrying illegal drugs off the coast of Venezuela on Saturday evening, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday, adding that the U.S. would also start looking at drug trafficking occurring on land.

A mental health patient has called for stronger welfare support and improved treatment conditions for psychiatric patients in Fiji.

Suva midfielder Malakai Rakula will be making a comeback for his former side, Suva FC in tomorrow’s FMF Inter District Championship.

A 67-year-old grandfather has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for the rape of his nine-year-old granddaughter.

On a farm that straddles one of the five ancient roadways that radiate from the Hill of Tara, once the seat of the high kings of Ireland, a master blacksmith is offering visitors a hands-on glimpse into the country’s Celtic past.

A 14-strong Silver Ferns squad has been named for the series against Australia, where New Zealand will attempt to put coaching dramas aside and defend the Constellation Cup.