A U.S. plan to use Japanese factories to boost production of Patriot air defense missiles – used by Ukraine to defend against Russian attacks – is being delayed by a shortage of a critical component manufactured by Boeing, four sources said.

Ba Football Under-14 captain Jone Loga is confident that his team will return to the West as champions, defending their title in the Fiji Football Viti Futsal Cup, which concludes tomorrow.

American Ryan Crouser hinted a world shot put record could be on the cards at the London Diamond League meeting in what would be an ideal final tune-up before he aims for his third Olympic gold medal in Paris.

The Fiji Independent Commission against Corruption is renewing focus on financial crimes, especially those involving the abuse of office, obtaining financial advantage and causing loss.

The Fiji Council of Social Services has reported significant delays in the Cogea Relocation Project’s progress, attributing them to various issues hindering the relocation efforts.

Chinese leaders reiterated their wide-ranging economic policy goals, from modernizing industry to expanding domestic demand and curbing debt and property sector risks, without detailing implementation steps.

Flying Fijians coach Mick Byrne acknowledges that the All Blacks will be eager to secure a third win after two impressive Test victories against England earlier this month.

A first-ever national anti–scam awareness week will be held in Fiji next month.

Suva Grammar School emerged victorious with a close 25-22 win against Marist Brothers High School in the Under-15 Southern Zone Final.

World number two Rory McIlroy and three-time winner Tiger Woods led a long list of former champions who missed the British Open cut after a windswept second round at Royal Troon.

President Joe Biden vowed to continue his reelection campaign even as more fellow Democrats in Congress urged him to end his floundering campaign, fearing that it could cost the party dearly in the Nov. 5 election.