World

Russia bans diesel exports to ensure domestic supply after targeted Ukrainian drone strikes

Russia introduced a ban on diesel exports on Wednesday as part of a raft of ​measures to support the domestic fuel market after systematic Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries triggered gasoline shortages and ‌price spikes.

July 9, 2026 2:27 pm
 

Entertainment

Judge says E. Jean Carroll can collect $5 million damages award from Trump

A U.S. judge on Wednesday authorized the ‌payment of a multimillion-dollar verdict to magazine writer E. Jean Carroll to satisfy a 2023 civil verdict in which a jury found President Donald Trump liable for sexually abusing and defaming her.

July 9, 2026 2:23 pm
 

Rugby

Vakatawa grateful for Fiji chance

Virimi Vakatawa’s first season with the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua has led to an opportunity he was not expecting, a call-up to the Flying Fijians squad.

July 9, 2026 1:10 pm
 

News

Fiji cane purity falls, risking local sugar supply

Declining cane quality is threatening Fiji’s ability to meet its sugar production targets, says Fiji Sugar Corporation Chief Executive Bhan Singh.

July 9, 2026 12:56 pm
 

News

Calls to improve Levuka hospital infrastructure

An Ovalau resident has raised serious concerns over the deteriorating condition of Levuka Hospital, saying patients are being forced to share a single ward because the men’s ward has been converted into office space following last year’s fire.

July 9, 2026 12:53 pm
 

Court

Trial begins in alleged murder of Dr Leli Darling

About 30 witnesses will be called in a trial where Ratu Peceli Rokoralovo is accused of the murder of prominent doctor and social media influencer Dr Isireli Biumaitotoya, also known as Dr Leli Darling.

July 9, 2026 12:51 pm
 

Climate Change

Youth voices rise at COP31

Young Pacific voices must be part of global climate discussions as island communities continue to face the growing impacts of climate change.

July 9, 2026 12:48 pm
 

Education

FNU to offer real estate studies

The Real Estate Agents Licensing Board has just signed a memorandum of understanding with the Fiji National University to launch a professional education programme and a continuing professional development system for Fiji’s real estate industry.

July 9, 2026 12:45 pm
 

Rugby

18 Vanua and Ranadi games tomorrow

A total of 18 games will be held tomorrow in round one of the Vodafone Vanua Championship and Royal Tea Ranadi Cup.

July 9, 2026 12:33 pm
 

Entertainment

'The Pitt' and 'Hacks' rack up nominations for television's Emmy Awards

HBO’s emergency room drama “The Pitt” returned to the Emmy Awards race with a ​leading 25 nominations on Wednesday.

July 9, 2026 12:28 pm
 

World

Fatal ICE shooting in Houston sparks demands for transparency, independent investigation

There were growing calls on Wednesday for an independent investigation into the fatal shooting of a man in Houston by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, the latest in a string of deadly ​encounters involving American immigration officers.

July 9, 2026 12:10 pm
 

Court

Khan's notice of motion refused

The Suva High Court has refused the notice of motion to vacate the guilty plea by Imran Khan in a case of contravening a restraining order.

July 9, 2026 11:33 am

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