A landmark climate change opinion from the International Court of Justice has strengthened the Pacific’s push for greater global accountability, with Fiji saying it provides a legal foundation for future negotiations.

Six Fijian food and beverage exporters are showcasing their products at one of New Zealand’s largest culinary trade events, opening doors to new markets and business opportunities.

More than seven million plastic bottles and aluminium cans have been kept out of Fiji’s landfills in just six months, as communities increasingly embrace recycling through the Return and Earn Fiji program.

China has defended its growing military presence and engagement in the Pacific, insisting its defence cooperation with Fiji and the region is focused on peace, development and security.

The government has secured a $178million loan from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank.

Kaylee Hottle, a deaf actor best known for her starring role in two “Godzilla” films, died in a car crash in Maryland early Tuesday morning, the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office said. She was 18.

France has requested assistance from the European Union ​to help it deal with ‌a major wildfire near the country’s Atlantic coast, said President Emmanuel Macron ​on Friday.

McDonald’s Fiji Drua Women captain Kolora Lomani says her side will respect the challenge posed by the NSW Waratahs but has no intention of letting the defending champions dominate on Fijian soil in tomorrow’s Super Rugby Women’s Grand Final.

Kings Boxing Promotion promoter Nahroon Buksh says he is considering legal action after the withdrawal of Indian boxer Rohit Chauhan, a setback he claims has caused significant financial losses for tomorrow’s event.

Leaders of India’s youth-led “cockroach” movement will meet the government ​on Friday to try and resolve a face-off over national examination paper leaks although they will not halt nationwide protests, a spokesperson for the group said.

The brother of murder accused Peceli Rokoravolo has told the Lautoka High Court that Rokoravolo admitted he was in a romantic relationship with Nadi doctor Dr Isireli Biumaitotoya.

The Colonial War Memorial Hospital is receiving major upgrades as the government admits its biggest health facility cannot be fixed overnight.