News

Retailers seek flexibility on child employment laws

The Suva Retailers Association says it supports protections for young workers under the proposed Employment Relations (Amendment) Bill, while calling for flexibility to accommodate family-run businesses.

February 10, 2026 5:36 pm
 

News

Commonwealth raises concerns over democratic backsliding

The Commonwealth Secretariat says signs of democratic backsliding are being seen in many parts of the world, including some Commonwealth member states.

February 10, 2026 5:31 pm
 

Business

Crowne Plaza and Motibhai bring LARK Whisky to Fiji market 

LARK Whisky has officially entered the Fiji market following an exclusive launch hosted by Crowne Plaza Fiji Nadi Bay Resort & Spa in partnership with the Motibhai Group of Companies.

February 10, 2026 5:28 pm
 

News

Kava quality under threat as "flour mixing" scandal surfaces

The Ministry of Agriculture is concerned about the compromise of kava quality, warning that it threatens both local and international trade.

February 10, 2026 5:27 pm
 

News

Electrical fault sparks devastating house fire

A family of ten is homeless after their seven-bedroom home in Toorak, Suva, was razed to the ground yesterday afternoon.

February 10, 2026 5:26 pm
 

News

Farming near riverbanks sparks soil erosion

Soil erosion and deteriorating roads are major challenges for Korotari, Labasa, prompting calls for clear land-use boundaries and faster repairs.

February 10, 2026 5:22 pm
 

Rugby

Togiatama eager to face former Counties Manukau teammates

Swire Shipping Fijian Drua forward Zuriel Togiatama is counting down the days to round one of the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific season, with a special excitement for facing Moana Pasifika and some familiar faces.

February 10, 2026 4:50 pm
 

Health

MoH reviews CWM Hospital infrastructure incident

The Ministry of Health will review the recent infrastructure incident affecting several service areas at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital.

February 10, 2026 3:00 pm
 

Crime

House of Sarah calls for economic solutions to drug crisis

Josefa Waqalala of the House of Sarah has called for stronger government and community measures to combat drugs, warning that unemployment and a lack of opportunity are pushing young people toward the trade as a source of income.

February 10, 2026 2:50 pm
 

Climate Change

Ministry probes mass fish kills in Kadavu

The Ministry of Fisheries is investigating a mass fish kill in Kadavu after receiving reports and photographic evidence of dead reef fish across several villages along the Nasegai and Nabukelevu-i-Ra coastlines.

February 10, 2026 2:45 pm
 

Entertainment

Kelly Rowland and Cliff ‘Method Man’ Smith hope their new movie opens the door for more Black rom-coms

As someone who came to fame as a member of the legendary Wu-Tang Clan rap group, it might seem jarring to see Cliff “Method Man” Smith singing in the new romantic comedy “Relationship Goals.”

February 10, 2026 1:48 pm
 

World

Maxwell refuses to answer questions about Epstein in congressional hearing

Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted associate of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, refused to answer questions from the US House Oversight Committee on Monday.

February 10, 2026 1:35 pm

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