World

US seizes Russian-flagged tanker, another tied to Venezuela as Trump widens oil push

The U.S. seized two Venezuela-linked oil tankers in the Atlantic Ocean on Wednesday, one sailing under Russia’s flag, as part of President Donald Trump’s aggressive push to dictate oil flows in the Americas and force Venezuela’s socialist government to become an ally.

January 8, 2026 12:06 pm

Crime

Drug crisis pushes Police–RFMF response

Fiji’s drug crisis is worsening with growing concern that the problem is spiralling out of control.

January 8, 2026 11:51 am

News

Fijian among seven arrested in $9m Toyota theft ring in Australia

A Fijian national is among seven foreign nationals arrested in Australia, accused of stealing high-end Toyota vehicles worth an estimated nine million dollars from Brisbane streets.

January 8, 2026 11:45 am

Football

Arsenal have a point to prove in Liverpool clash, says Arteta

Premier League leaders Arsenal have “a point to prove” when they face Liverpool, manager Mikel Arteta said on Wednesday, as the North London club looks to maintain its commanding advantage at the summit.

January 8, 2026 11:33 am

Football

Lionel Messi eyes owning a club after playing days are done

MLS superstar Lionel Messi wants to follow in the footsteps of Inter Miami’s David Beckham and become a club owner after he hangs up his boots.
The 38-year-old Argentina legend, who is signed with Miami through 2028, said he prefers ownership over coaching as his second act.

January 8, 2026 11:27 am

News

Drug crisis pushes Police–RFMF response

Fiji’s drug crisis is worsening with growing concern that the problem is spiralling out of control.

January 8, 2026 10:19 am

News

Tudravu hits back at corruption claims

The Fiji Police Force says it is not a corrupt institution.

January 8, 2026 10:15 am

Tennis

Gauff and Bencic guide teams to United Cup last-four

January 8, 2026 10:15 am

News

Digital access expanded in Namosi

Four rural villages in Namosi now have satellite internet access following the commissioning of a Starlink connectivity set at Waivaka Village, under the Government’s Universal Service satellite community WiFi project.

January 8, 2026 10:13 am

News

UNICEF and MoH review support for child health programmes

Support for child health and protection programmes was discussed during a courtesy call by UNICEF Representative to the Pacific Island Countries, Hamish Young, to the Minister for Health and Medical Services, Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu, in Suva.

January 8, 2026 10:11 am

World

Greenland purchase being actively discussed by Trump and team, says White House

The potential U.S. purchase of Greenland is being actively discussed by President Donald Trump and his national security team, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt stated.

January 8, 2026 7:53 am

Sports

Global sides en route for Coral Coast 7s

The McDonald’s Fiji Coral Coast 7s is officially in full swing, with international teams already on the move ahead of next Saturday’s title decider.

January 8, 2026 7:46 am