World

At least 91 killed as clashes rock Bangladesh, curfew imposed

At least 91 people were killed and hundreds injured in clashes in Bangladesh on Sunday as police fired tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse tens of thousands of protesters calling for Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to resign.

August 5, 2024 7:40 am
 

News

MoH boosts anti-drug efforts

The Ministry of Health is stepping up its efforts in the fight against drugs, with work underway to train staff so they can identify patients who are victims of drug abuse.

August 5, 2024 6:57 am
 

News

Drug transit threat grows

The government is increasingly concerned about Fiji becoming a transit point for regional drug trade.

August 5, 2024 6:44 am
 

News

Traffic disruptions expected during Indian President's visit

The public are being advised that there will be traffic disruptions in the Central and Western Divisions from today until Wednesday.

August 5, 2024 6:36 am
 

Rugby

Kolinisau hopes to stay on

Fiji 7s men’s coach Osea Kolinisau says that his future with Fiji Rugby now rests in the hands of the board and management.

August 5, 2024 6:28 am
 

News

Prasad highlights key provisions for Fijians in budget

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says the 2024-25 National Budget addresses a number of fundamental problems faced by Fijians.

August 5, 2024 6:27 am
 

Rugby

Nasinu gunning for first-ever Deans title

Nasinu Secondary School Under 18 coach Mikaele Yasiyasi insists that his team will not underestimate any schools, their upcoming opponents in particular, despite their impressive unbeaten run in the Fiji Secondary School Rugby Union Deans competition.

August 5, 2024 6:16 am
 

News

‘HerCatch’ series to highlight women’s role in fisheries

A new local TV program, HerCatch, designed to amplify the voices of women who play a vital role in our fisheries sector, will premiere on FBC TV this evening.

August 5, 2024 6:14 am
 

Football

Golden boot award shared

Lautoka striker Saula Waqa and Rewa’s John Orobulu shared the Golden Boot award after scoring six goals each in the 2024 Rooster Chicken/Scoops Ice Cream Battle of the Giants tournament that concluded in Suva yesterday.

August 5, 2024 6:07 am
 

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Plans are great but action’s better: MacNamara

Australian Deputy High Commissioner Clair MacNamara emphasizes the importance of more actions than planning.

August 5, 2024 6:06 am
 

Tennis

Djokovic fights off Alcaraz to finally strike gold

Novak Djokovic completed his career Golden Slam as the 37-year-old Serb fought off Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz in a magnificent Olympic men’s singles final battle at Roland Garros.

August 5, 2024 5:53 am
 

News

NFA pushes for border stop notice

The National Fire Authority is collaborating with relevant stakeholders to prevent uncensored electrical items from entering Fiji.

August 5, 2024 5:46 am

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