Entertainment

Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor, dead at 88

Kris Kristofferson, a Rhodes scholar with a deft writing style and rough charisma who became a country music superstar and A-list Hollywood actor, has died.

October 1, 2024 10:22 am
 

World

Harris talks racial identity, marijuana on basketball podcast

Vice President Kamala Harris addressed Donald Trump’s comments on her racial identity, the value she places on mental health, and her support for legalizing marijuana with former NBA stars Stephen Jackson and Matt Barnes on a podcast that aired on Monday.

October 1, 2024 10:18 am
 

Business

Growth recorded in retail sector

The wholesale and retail trade sector recorded a steady increase in total sales in the June quarter of this year reflecting positive industry performance despite mixed results across various categories.

October 1, 2024 9:45 am
 

Business

FNPF-owned IHG Hotels in Fiji give back to community during ‘Giving for Good’ Month

During Giving for Good Month, IHG colleagues globally come together to give back, making lasting contributions to communities in need.

October 1, 2024 9:44 am
 

Business

Surge in construction value

There was an increase in the value approved construction projects in the June quarter of 2024 despite a dip in the number of building permits issued compared to last year.

October 1, 2024 9:30 am
 

World

Biden to visit after Hurricane Helene

U.S. President Joe Biden said on Monday he has spoken with the governors of Georgia and North Carolina after the states were affected by Hurricane Helene, which has killed more than 100 people, wiping out communications and leaving millions without power.

October 1, 2024 9:22 am
 

Court

Couple front court for allegedly defrauding FRU

A couple fronted the Suva Magistrates court this morning for allegedly defrauding the Fiji Rugby Union.

October 1, 2024 9:10 am
 

World

Trump suspect pleads not guilty to attempted assassination charge

The man charged with attempting to assassinate Donald Trump after allegedly positioning himself with a rifle outside one of the former president’s Florida golf courses on Sept. 15 pleaded not guilty on Monday to five federal charges.

October 1, 2024 8:40 am
 

Entertainment

Oasis announce US tour dates

To borrow from one of their song titles, Oasis has decided to “Acquiesce” to their North American fans who want to get in on their reunion tour.

October 1, 2024 8:38 am
 

Business

Fiji to have 5G by next year

The government aims to successfully launch 5G no later than the end of the first quarter of next year.

October 1, 2024 8:04 am
 

World

India's Modi speaks to Israel's Netanyahu, urges deescalation

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday that he had spoken to his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu about recent developments in West Asia and highlighted the need for de-escalation.

October 1, 2024 7:20 am
 

Rugby

Drua to possibly sign one more ahead of season

The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua is looking at the possibility of adding one more player to their squad before the start of the 2025 Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific season.

October 1, 2024 6:34 am

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