Fiji’s electoral system is facing scrutiny over the low number of women represented in Parliament.

The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission says children with disabilities need more than a monthly allowance, warning that inaccessible infrastructure and
limited support services continue to make daily life difficult for many families.

New Zealand’s ruling centre-right coalition may retain a razor-thin parliamentary majority if an election were held now, a poll showed on Friday, but a ​surge for the new centrist Opportunity Party could reshape coalition talks ahead of ‌the November vote.

Disney’s solid third quarter was driven by a $1 billion box office haul from “Toy Story 5” and the strong draw of U.S. theme parks that helped to offset continued weakness from international tourism.

The lawyer representing Mohammed Fareed has asked the court to impose a suspended sentence following his conviction on two counts of indecent assault.

A bomb planted in a minibus killed two people and wounded 14 others on the outskirts of Syria’s capital Damascus on Thursday night, officials said.

A search and rescue operation is underway for six people missing in Lau waters, as authorities warn that ignoring weather advisories costs lives.

Fiji’s cocoa industry continues to expand, with local cocoa exporter Cacao Fiji outlining plans to engage thousands of farmers and boost export volumes to meet growing international demand.

Fiji’s stock market is continuing to record strong growth this year, driven by increased investor participation and higher trading activity.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas has added another major international project to her growing Hollywood slate.

A joint task force has arrested four men following a series of anti-drug operations in the Western Division this week.

Four police officers have been charged in relation to the alleged assault of a man in August 2024 and are expected to appear in the Suva Magistrates Court today.