World

Japan rejects US intelligence assessment of a 'significant shift' in its Taiwan stance

Japan has not changed its position on how it determines ​an existential threat, its top government ‌spokesperson said on Friday, rejecting an assessment by U.S. intelligence agencies of a “significant shift” in ​its stance on Taiwan.

March 19, 2026 2:10 pm
 

Rugby

Drua aware of Red’s kicking game

The Queensland Reds’ kicking game will be a key focus for the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua as they prepare to face the visitors this Saturday in Lautoka for their Round Four Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific clash.

March 19, 2026 1:35 pm
 

Football

Foord embracing life in Ba with Bula FC

Extra Bula FC’s young goalkeeper Matt Foord says he is settling well into life in Fiji as the club continues to build its identity in the OFC Pro League.

March 19, 2026 1:33 pm
 

Health

Obesity crisis a national threat as women hardest hit: Dr Lalabalavu

Minister for Health Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu has issued a strong warning that obesity and diabetes are among Fiji’s most urgent health threats, with women disproportionately affected.

March 19, 2026 1:27 pm
 

News

Social media fuels teen anxiety

Heavy social media use is increasingly contributing to anxiety and low self-esteem among teenagers.

March 19, 2026 1:22 pm
 

News

Inter-ministerial cooperation to tackle growing drug threat

A whole-of-government response remains critical to confronting growing illicit drug trafficking in Fiji.

March 19, 2026 1:19 pm
 

News

Government pushes to turn farmers into commercial producers

The Ministry of Agriculture is ramping up efforts to transform subsistence farmers into commercial producers, placing a stronger focus on youth, women, and market-driven agriculture.

March 19, 2026 1:16 pm
 

News

Kava taboo for women clarified by Vanua Qoibau leaders

Traditional leaders of Vanua Qoibau have clarified that the taboo on kava consumption for women applies only within the vanua.

March 19, 2026 1:14 pm
 

Business

Motiva offers digital solutions for car sales in Fiji

Entrepreneur Praneel Dass has launched Motiva, a new company that aims to introduce a digital and professional approach to vehicle sales in Fiji.

March 19, 2026 11:21 am
 

News

Former PM and Police Chief deny mutiny allegations

Former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama and former Commissioner of Police Sitiveni Qiliho have both pleaded not guilty to mutiny-related charges laid against them.

March 19, 2026 10:23 am
 

Rugby

Volavola to make Reds debut off the bench against Drua

Former Fiji Water Flying Fijians flyhalf, Ben Volavola is set to make his Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific debut for the Reds this weekend when they take on the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua in round 6 of the competition.

March 19, 2026 10:19 am
 

News

Over 12,700 seek mental health support

More than 12,700 people sought help for mental health and social issues through Empower Pacific between 2023 and late 2025.

March 19, 2026 10:12 am

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