News

Women gather to address key gender issues

Over 50 women from 30 churches and 18 countries are participating in a regional convening to address gender-based violence, economic injustice, and the climate crisis, and to amplify women’s voices in policy frameworks.

February 12, 2025 2:40 pm
 

World

US aid freeze sets back fight against human trafficking in Cambodia

President Donald Trump’s freeze on foreign assistance has dealt a blow to organizations fighting human trafficking and forced labor in Cambodia, where tens of thousands of people are held captive and forced to work in call centers running telephone scams.

February 12, 2025 2:25 pm
 

World

With Musk at his side, Trump orders US agencies to plan for 'large-scale' staff cuts

President Donald Trump ordered U.S. agencies on Tuesday to work closely with top adviser Elon Musk’s effort to shrink the federal workforce by identifying government employees who can be laid off and functions that can be eliminated entirely.

February 12, 2025 1:24 pm
 

Entertainment

Hollywood boosts female leads but lags in people of color, report finds

Out of the top 100 movies in 2024, more than half featured a story centered on a female actor as a lead or co-lead, the first time representation has been above the U.S. Census where girls and women comprise 50.5% of the population, a 2025 report from the University of Southern California found.

February 12, 2025 12:56 pm
 

Education

Ministry to relook at enrolment concerns

The Ministry of Education is set to review concerns raised by parents regarding unfair enrollment practices in schools.

February 12, 2025 12:52 pm
 

News

University secures $1m grant

The University of Fiji will enhance its iTaukei programs thanks to a $1 million grant from the Higher Education Commission.

February 12, 2025 12:46 pm
 

News

Generation gaps in the Pacific Media

Generation gap is a challenge facing public broadcasting services in the region says Vanuatu Broadcasting and Television Corporation Chief Executive, Francis Herman.

February 12, 2025 12:43 pm
 

Rugby

Malolo School welcomes rugby legends

Students and teachers at Malolo District Primary School were thrilled to welcome Fijian Drua players and rugby legends Nemani Nadolo and Radike Samo as Vuvale Week celebrations kicked off on the island.

February 12, 2025 12:38 pm
 

News

Mentorship crucial for women in media

Mentorship remains a powerful force in shaping the next generation of journalists.

February 12, 2025 12:28 pm
 

World

Trump presses Jordan to take in Palestinians from Gaza; king opposes displacement

Donald Trump on Tuesday pressed Jordan’s King Abdullah to take in Palestinians who would be permanently displaced under the president’s plan for the U.S. to take over the Gaza Strip, even as the king said his country was firmly opposed to the move.

February 12, 2025 12:24 pm
 

Boxing

Undefeated boxers to battle for Cruiserweight title

Paulo Ratumaikoro is coming for Aliveriti Kauyaca’s Cruiserweight title in what promises to be an explosive bout at next week’s Blue Water Boxing Promotions event.

February 12, 2025 12:18 pm
 

Sports

Fiji to host Pan Pacific Hash in 2027

Fiji is set to host the Pan Pacific Hash 2027, an international event that is expected to attract 2000 hash runners from around the world.

February 12, 2025 12:05 pm

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