News Fiji’s debt projected to hit $11.4 billion The coalition government’s debt at the end of next month is projected to reach $11.4 billion, which is equivalent to 80.9 percent of GDP. June 9, 2026 3:10 pm   News Pacific faces rising migration pressures Minister for Immigration Viliame Naupoto says global conflicts, economic shocks and climate change are reshaping Pacific migration patterns. June 9, 2026 3:05 pm   Business Fish vendors hit by rising costs Rising fuel prices are putting growing pressure on fish vendors in Labasa, with many calling for targeted government support in the 2026–2027 National Budget. June 9, 2026 3:00 pm   World Iran says ticket allocation for World Cup withdrawn days before tournament ran’s football federation (FFIRI) said on Tuesday that its ticket allocation for the World Cup has been pulled just days before football’s global showpiece kicks off, leaving supporters who had already made travel plans unable to attend their team’s matches. June 9, 2026 3:00 pm   Entertainment Trump receives mixed reaction at NBA Finals in New York President Donald Trump might be a New Yorker, but he received an icy reception at the NBA Finals Game 3 on Monday at Madison Square Garden in New York City. June 9, 2026 3:00 pm   News IMF predicts slower economic growth Fiji’s economy is expected to grow more slowly this year as global uncertainties and rising oil prices weigh on outlook. June 9, 2026 1:16 pm   News Bill focuses on rehabilitation The Criminal Records Bill 2026 is aimed at giving rehabilitated offenders a second chance, not removing accountability. June 9, 2026 1:09 pm   Rugby Tawake hails Drua Women's next generation McDonald’s Fijian Drua Women captain Bitila Tawake has welcomed the emergence of a new generation of players, saying their development is a positive sign for both the franchise and women’s rugby in Fiji. June 9, 2026 1:09 pm   News Lomaiviti tackles ongoing water shortages Islands in the Lomaiviti Group are continuing to face water shortages, especially during prolonged dry periods. June 9, 2026 1:00 pm   Entertainment Crispin Glover denies claims in lawsuit filed by UK model Crispin Glover is hitting back hard at claims that he unlawfully kept a woman as his “live in girlfriend/sex slave.” June 9, 2026 1:00 pm   Rugby League Maroons name five Dolphins as wrecking ball debuts New Queensland forward Kulikefu Finefeuiaki has been rewarded for punching out incredible numbers for the Dolphins this season as he prepares to make his State of Origin debut in Melbourne. June 9, 2026 1:00 pm   World Defying Trump with brief Iran fight, Israel seeks sway over peace talks In launching renewed strikes on Iran on Monday in apparent open defiance of Donald Trump, Israel has tried to make its case to have a say at the peace negotiating table, where it has so far been kept at arm’s length by the U.S. president. June 9, 2026 1:00 pm End of content No more pages to load