Youths must play a greater role in decision-making and national development, with their voices helping shape Fiji’s future, says Director of Culture, Heritage and Arts Sipiriano Nemani.

Market vendors are expressing their national pride through decorations, traditional attire and cultural celebrations as Fiji marks its independence.

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck southern Panama on Friday, damaging buildings and sending ​thousands into the streets, but the country appeared to escape widespread destruction or deaths.

The United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has acknowledged Fiji’s important contribution to the region.

Joint search and rescue efforts are underway by the Republic of Fiji Navy, Police, and local communities for a 68-year-old man from Udu Village, Totoya, in Lau.

Repeated break-ins that saw thieves steal musical instruments and sound equipment have left a 61-year-old temple in Ba facing ongoing security concerns.

Facebook and Instagram-owner Meta opens new tab has banned advertisements by ByteDance, the Chinese parent of TikTok, on its platforms in ​the United States and a handful of other countries, a company spokesperson said.

Hurricane Isaias strengthened on Thursday as it barreled ​toward the US Gulf Coast, prompting mandatory evacuations in parts of Florida and emergency declarations in Alabama as forecasters warned of life-threatening storm ‌surges, tornadoes and flooding.

Education Minister Aseri Radrodro is encouraging schools to continue drug and HIV awareness.

For veteran Jay Vaka, Fiji Day is not just a national celebration but a day to reflect on his years as a military officer and remember his fellow soldiers.

The Suva High Court called the case involving Aiden Alec Hurtado yesterday to ascertain the status of the 18 kilograms of cocaine tendered as exhibits and determine whether the drugs had been destroyed following the conclusion of the trial.

Pacific banks must move beyond technical green frameworks to ensure sustainable finance delivers actual investment and measurable economic benefits, says BSP Chief Financial Officer Rajeshwar Singh.