Vietnam closed airports and evacuated thousands of people in areas under storm threat on Sunday, as intensifying Typhoon Bualoi barrelled towards the country, days after causing at least 10 deaths and widespread flooding in the Philippines.

The country is facing a surge in drug trafficking and organised crime that threatens national security and social cohesion.

Russia launched hundreds of drones and missiles at Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine early on Sunday, killing at least four people and injuring dozens, in one of the most sustained attacks on the capital since the full-scale war began.

The Pacific Recycling Foundation has warned that Fiji’s tourism future is at risk unless urgent action is taken on waste management.

Fiji-born singer Sumeet Tappoo swept four major awards at the 2025 CLEF Music Awards in Mumbai.

CHENNAI, India, Sept 28 (Reuters) – Police in India registered a criminal case against leaders of Tamil actor Vijay’s political party after a stampede at his rally killed 39 people, a senior police official said on Sunday.

Russia launched hundreds of drones and missiles at Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine early on Sunday, killing at least four people and injuring dozens, in one of the most sustained attacks on the capital since the full-scale war began.

Local professional boxer Jese Ravudi delivered a bold statement on Friday night by securing a technical knockout victory over Ratu Rakuro Daunivavana at the Bluewater Boxing Promotion event in Nadi.

Churchill Park in Lautoka was the center of excitement and camaraderie this weekend as the Dragons Day Gala Rugby League Tournament brought together young athletes from Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji.

The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service is cracking down on unregistered businesses and those under-declaring income as part of its compliance drive.

England finally delivered when it really mattered on Saturday when they outclassed Canada 33-13 in front of a delirious record 81,885 Twickenham crowd to win the Women’s Rugby World Cup for the third time on a memorable day for the sport.

A 41-year-old man was arrested for allegedly attempting to bribe a police officer during a joint operation with the Land Transport Authority.