News

Gavoka defends Fiji Airways vehicle purchase

Tourism Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Viliame Gavoka has defended Fiji Airways’ decision to purchase six new vehicles, saying the airline should be allowed to manage its operations without interference.

August 26, 2026 1:06 pm
 

News

FDB records strong uptake of rural housing loans

The Fiji Development Bank has introduced an affordable housing loan facility aimed at helping people in rural communities finance their homes.

August 26, 2026 1:04 pm
 

News

Methodist Church plans safe home for Women

The Methodist Church in Fiji is planning a safe home for women who are victims of domestic violence.

August 26, 2026 1:02 pm
 

News

Mango waste prompts processing push

The Ministry of Agriculture is encouraging more food processing to reduce the amount of seasonal produce going to waste.

August 26, 2026 1:00 pm
 

World

Trump sends Saudi nuclear deal to Congress

President Donald Trump has ​sent Congress a proposed agreement with Saudi Arabia on civil nuclear energy while insisting the pact will only ‌go into effect if the kingdom normalizes relations with Israel, a U.S. administration official told Reuters.

August 26, 2026 12:44 pm
 

Entertainment

Dolly Parton, queen of country music, dies at 80

Dolly Parton was around six when she wrote her first song: “Little Tiny Tasseltop,” an ode to her corncob doll with corn-silk hair. Her mother stored it preciously in a shoebox.

August 26, 2026 12:23 pm
 

Court

FICAC discontinues case against Sayed-Khaiyum and Sagar

A nolle prosequi has been filed against former Fijian Broadcasting Corporation Chief Executive Officer Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and current Chief Financial Officer Vimlesh Sagar.

August 26, 2026 11:08 am
 

World

US spy chief visits Russia for meetings

U.S. CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled to Moscow for meetings with Russian officials, U.S. media outlets reported, citing unnamed ​sources.

August 26, 2026 10:20 am
 

News

Government confirms practical transition For TST

Following discussions between the Government and the tourism industry, the Tourism Services Tax will apply only to new bookings made from September 1st.

August 26, 2026 9:32 am
 

News

Fiji explores new technology for safer fisheries

Fiji is exploring new technology to strengthen coastal resource management and improve maritime safety.

August 26, 2026 9:28 am
 

News

Nauluvatu receives new water supply system

More than 300 villagers of Nauluvatu Village Naitasiri, now have access to an improved water supply system following the installation of a new water system.

August 26, 2026 9:26 am
 

World

Canada slaps retaliatory tariffs on US goods worth $20 billion as trade war intensifies

Canada hit back on Tuesday with retaliatory tariffs on about $20 billion worth of U.S. annual imports and rolled out aid for businesses and workers, matching Washington’s latest duties dollar-for-dollar.

August 26, 2026 8:41 am

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