World

U.S., Colombia to open three migration offices to stem irregular crossings

Three offices meant to attend Haitian, Cuban and Venezuelan migrants hoping to reach the United States will open in Colombia, the Andean country’s foreign ministry said on Thursday, the initial phase of a plan to reduce migrant flows through the dangerous Darien Gap.

August 4, 2023 3:24 pm
 

News

Police step up patrols at Kalabu waterfalls

Thirteen students were found swimming at the Kalabu waterfalls in Nasinu during school hours yesterday.

August 4, 2023 3:22 pm
 

News

Japanese Government hands over water supply system

The Japanese Government has handed over a new water supply system worth around $85,000 to the Rotary Pacific Water for Life Foundation.

August 4, 2023 3:20 pm
 

News

Strong social protection critical: ADB

The Asian Development Bank in its latest report has stated that given that not all economic sectors in Fiji have returned to pre-pandemic performance, raising revenue from corporates may be concentrated on a few sectors such as tourism.

August 4, 2023 3:17 pm
 

Entertainment

'Bohemian Rhapsody' piano

Fans of Freddie Mercury might wonder if this is the real life, or just fantasy, when they walk into a near-replica of his London home.

August 4, 2023 2:52 pm
 

World

Body found in river buoys at Mexico border amid criticism of policy

A body was found stuck in a barrier of buoys installed by Texas authorities in the Rio Grande river, which straddles the U.S.-Mexico border, Mexico’s foreign ministry said on Wednesday while expressing fresh safety concerns over the floating fence.

August 4, 2023 2:21 pm
 

Entertainment

Singer Lizzo denies creating hostile environment for dancers

Grammy-winning singer Lizzo on Thursday denied claims made in a lawsuit filed by three of her former dancers that she created a hostile work environment by engaging in denigrating behavior and body-shaming, calling the accusations “false” and “outrageous.”

August 4, 2023 1:19 pm
 

World

Travis King: North Korea confirms custody of US soldier

North Korea has confirmed custody of Travis King in its first response to requests for information on the US soldier’s whereabouts, the UN Command has said.

August 4, 2023 1:01 pm
 

News

VAT exemption on prescribed medicines clarified

Consumers have been reminded that the Value Added Tax exemption on prescribed medication will not apply if pharmacists recommend alternative medications when they do not have the one prescribed by the doctor.

August 4, 2023 12:53 pm
 

Rugby

Weather not an issue: Raiwalui

Fiji Water Flying Fijians coach Simon Raiwalui acknowledges that the players may need to adjust slightly to the hot weather conditions in Tokyo when they face Japan in their third Pacific Nations Cup test tomorrow.

August 4, 2023 12:51 pm
 

News

Police operation beefed at Suva Market

Concerns have been raised about illegal activities conducted by vendors within the Suva market area.

August 4, 2023 12:47 pm
 

News

PM commends Kuruleca's patience

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka thanked the Permanent Secretary for Education, Selina Kuruleca, for remaining with the Ministry despite the controversy surrounding her appointment.

August 4, 2023 12:45 pm

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