World

Three issues defining the 2026 US midterm elections

President Donald Trump’s record-low popularity, voter frustration over the cost of living and a fierce immigration fight are shaping the November 3 midterm elections.

October 21, 2026 11:03 am
 

World

Musk ordered slowdown of Starlink service used by Ukraine's military

Elon Musk last week ordered the slowdown of a military-grade version of SpaceX’s (SPCX.O), Starlink satellite service that ​Ukraine relies on, the Wall Street Journal reported, ‌citing US officials and people familiar with the matter.

October 21, 2026 10:40 am
 

Super Rugby Pacific

Drua confirms home game venues

The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua will take their 2027 Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific campaign across Suva, Lautoka and Ba, with all eight home venues now confirmed.

October 21, 2026 10:23 am
 

World

Global warming is accelerating

Global warming caused by fossil fuel emissions is accelerating, pushing many of the Earth’s most important ecosystems close to their ​tipping points, said Johan Rockström, director of the Potsdam ​Institute for Climate Impact Research.

October 21, 2026 9:27 am
 

Rugby

Cuvu College fly half cherishes Skipper Cup debut

Eighteen-year-old Viliame Ratu has gone from playing for Cuvu College in the Vodafone Super Deans to making his Skipper Cup debut for defending champions Malolo.

October 21, 2026 8:53 am
 

News

RFMF Women seal defence cup series

The RFMF Pacifica Women’s Rugby League Team has secured the Defence Pacific Cup series after claiming a hard-fought 14–10 victory over the Australian Defence Force in their second encounter in Australia.

October 21, 2026 8:41 am
 

News

Cuvu College fly half makes Skipper Cup debut

Eighteen-year-old Viliame Ratu has gone from playing for Cuvu College in the Vodafone Super Deans to making his Skipper Cup debut for defending champions Malolo.

October 21, 2026 8:35 am
 

Rugby

Seruvakula to remain involved in Flying Fijians coaching setup

Former interim coach Senirusi Seruvakula will continue to play a role in Fiji Rugby’s long-term coaching development following the appointment of new FIJI Water Flying Fijians head coach Jake White.

October 21, 2026 7:35 am
 

News

Water shortages loom as El Niño strengthens

Water shortages could worsen as a developing strong El Niño threatens to prolong dry conditions and delay the onset of the wet season.

October 21, 2026 7:20 am
 

News

Tabuya defends referendum campaign suspension

Special Parliamentary Committee member Lynda Tabuya is defending provisions allowing the Electoral Commission to suspend campaigning during a referendum.

October 21, 2026 7:15 am
 

News

Proposal seeks fixed-term for Solicitor-General

A Ba resident is proposing a fixed seven-year term for Fiji’s Solicitor-General to strengthen accountability and encourage new ideas in the office.

October 21, 2026 7:10 am
 

News

Child discipline proposal raises health concerns

Lautoka healthcare worker Ritambhara is calling for the removal of a proposed child discipline provision from the Constitution Amendment Bill, warning that it could expose children to harm.

October 21, 2026 7:05 am

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