Australia wicketkeeper Alex Carey has backed Mitchell Starc to be ready for the decisive fifth and final test of the series against India when it starts in Sydney despite doubts over the fast bowler’s fitness.

A five-year analysis by the National Fire Authority has identified the festive season as a time when residential fires typically peak.

Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources Filimoni Vosarogo, has announced that the Ministry is expanding its capabilities to support the scientific understanding of Fiji’s land, oceans and mineral resources.

A real estate investment trust owned by Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi made its Spanish market debut at 57.4 euros per share, giving it a market capitalisation of 223 million euros ($232.12 million).

Huddled over piles of colourful paper, Mohammad Yunus is one among thousands of workers in India’s western state of Gujarat who make kites by hand that are used during a major harvest festival.

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said on Wednesday that he welcomed equal, dignified, healthy and orderly exchanges with China, but wondered whether there was goodwill from Beijing given what he said was their blocking of simple things like tourism.

Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara said on Tuesday that French forces would withdraw from the West African nation, continuing the former colonial power’s military exit from the region.

Rare golden tigresses with cream-coloured coats and wide eyes at a zoo in northern Thailand have become internet sensations, after luring massive crowds to shows where they have been trained to perform tricks.

The Suva City Council has expressed concerns regarding a violent altercation that occurred outside a popular nightclub in the city over the weekend.

Swire Shipping Fijian Drua co-captain Frank Lomani is calling on Fijians to watch over one another during the festive season, urging everyone to avoid road accidents and welcome the New Year with joy, not sorrow.

As the nation welcomes the New Year, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is urging Fijians to embrace the festive season with loved ones and reflect on the year that has passed.

The Suva Volleyball Association remains steadfast in its commitment to maintaining volleyball excellence in the country.