FIJI Water Flying Fijians squad member and Nadi Rugby captain Rupeni Naruma is throwing his support behind his Nadi brothers as they prepare for a crucial Skipper Cup semifinal clash against Naitasiri this Saturday.

The United States and Cuba traded accusations at the United Nations on Monday after US diplomats hosted an event featuring Cuban dissidents ahead of next week’s annual ​UN vote on a resolution calling for an end to a US embargo on ‌the island.

Former Ba football coach Ravinesh Kumar says he has yet to receive a written termination letter or details of the allegations against him.

A 38-year-old farmer has been arrested after police uprooted 2,371 plants believed to be marijuana from two farms in Savusavu.

New Zealand said it will work to deepen trade ties with Brazil and ​Canada to diversify export markets amid global ‌economic uncertainty, as a free trade agreement with India came into force.

Emergency water carting operations to Cikobia Island have been temporarily suspended due to strong winds and rough seas.

Fijians could face barriers to participating in the proposed referendum if authorities fail to provide clear public education and accessible voting locations.

Minister for Commerce, Business and Industrial Development Manoa Kamikamica says the 2013 constitution simply cannot be discarded.

Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission Commissioner Alefina Vuki says the public is not being given enough time to understand and respond to proposed changes to Fiji’s Constitution.

The Government is shifting its approach to agricultural development by prioritising market access and industry expertise before encouraging farmers to increase production.

Members of the Fiji Zone Taxi Association will now have access to affordable dashcams aimed at improving safety and security on the nation’s roads.

Minister for Women, Children and Social protection Sashi Kiran is urging children to speak up against abuse and stay safe online.