Pacific Islands

New Tuvalu PM elected

Tuvalu on Monday announced former attorney general and fisheries official Feleti Teo as its new prime minister, after he was elected unopposed by lawmakers in the Pacific Islands nation, officials said.

February 26, 2024 2:27 pm
 

Entertainment

Milan Fashion promotes looks for women for diverse runway

London-based designer Feben opened the last day of Milan Fashion Week with a refreshingly diverse runway in every way, both in size and race.

February 26, 2024 2:12 pm
 

World

Taiwan ally Tuvalu to name a new prime minister

Tuvalu on Monday morning will announce a new prime minister, who is expected to be elected unopposed by lawmakers in the Pacific Islands nation, an official said.

February 26, 2024 1:51 pm
 

News

Build infrastructures that endure says Prasad

Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad has emphasized the necessity for resilient infrastructure that endures.

February 26, 2024 1:03 pm
 

Rugby

Discipline and lack of possession a let-down: Byrne

Capitalizing on possession and maintaining discipline are two key areas that Swire Shipping Fijian Drua coach Mick Bryne will be working on with his side in the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific.

February 26, 2024 12:49 pm
 

World

Russia will try new offensive in Ukraine as early as May, Zelenskiy says

Russia is preparing a new offensive against Ukraine starting in late May or summer, but Kyiv has a clear battlefield plan of its own, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday.

February 26, 2024 12:47 pm
 

Business

REALB to increase monitoring

The Real Estate Agents Licensing Board has announced increased monitoring of its agents following the repeal of the two percent commission cap for properties valued below $500,000.

February 26, 2024 12:46 pm
 

Netball

Overseas-based players express interest

Netball Fiji under 21 coach Simone Nalatu says eight overseas-based players have expressed their interest in joining the squad this year to prepare for the Netball World Youth Cup Oceania Qualifier in the Cook Islands in September.

February 26, 2024 12:43 pm
 

News

Opposition MP questions efficacy of 'Restore Blue' initiative

Former Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces Viliame Naupoto has cast doubt on the effectiveness of the “Restore Blue” concept championed by Home Affairs Minister Pio Tikoduadua.

February 26, 2024 12:33 pm
 

Sevens

Osadczuk hat-trick seals win for Pumas

A hat-trick by Argentina’s Matías Osadczuk has resulted in their third successive World Sevens Series title, defeating New Zealand 36-12 in the Vancouver 7s cup final.

February 26, 2024 12:30 pm
 

Business

$40 million project for Sugar City

Major development in Lautoka City is taking shape quickly with major projects expected to bring in new experiences for the public and consumers.

February 26, 2024 12:20 pm
 

Sevens

NZ wins women’s final

New Zealand has clinched the women’s title in the Vancouver 7s after defeating France 35-19 in the final.

February 26, 2024 12:20 pm

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