Football

Scaloni praises Argentina's grit after reaching Copa final

Argentina’s path to the Copa America final has been no bed of roses, coach Lionel Scaloni said, as he lauded his players for their performance in yesterday’s 2-0 semi-final win over Canada.

July 11, 2024 6:23 am
 

World

Macron breaks Silence, urges mainstream coalition

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday called on mainstream parties to join forces to form a solid majority in the National Assembly, in his first public comments since Sunday’s snap election delivered parliamentary gridlock.

July 11, 2024 6:20 am
 

Education

We not in business of funding unemployment: HCEF

The Higher Education Commission of Fiji is committed to ensuring that any investment of taxpayers’ dollars is justified and delivers a substantial return on investment for the government.

July 11, 2024 6:13 am
 

News

Fiji Rice receives budget increase

Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu raised concerns during the debate on the 2024-2025 Appropriation Bill regarding specific budget allocations for Fiji Rice Limited and Food Processes.

July 11, 2024 6:06 am
 

Athletics

Kenya's Cherono gets seven-year ban for doping violation

Kenyan marathoner Lawrence Cherono receives a seven-year ban for anti-doping violations, according to the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU).

July 11, 2024 5:54 am
 

Court

Man jailed for raping niece

A 48-year-old man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison by the Lautoka High Court for repeatedly raping his niece over a year.

July 11, 2024 5:54 am
 

Business

Authorities crack down on unlicensed credit providers

The government is taking decisive action to address rising concerns regarding unlicensed credit providers in Fiji.

July 11, 2024 5:43 am
 

Entertainment

Heather Morris posts loving tribute to ‘Glee’ costar Naya Rivera on anniversary of her death

Heather Morris “can’t believe it’s been 4 years” since the death of her friend and “Glee” costar Naya Rivera.

July 10, 2024 5:20 pm
 

World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says can't predict Trump's actions if elected

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he could not predict what Donald Trump would do if he regains the U.S. presidency in November, but the whole world, including Russian leader Vladimir Putin, was awaiting the outcome of the ballot.

July 10, 2024 5:07 pm
 

Budget 2024-25

Reducing VAT not an option says Prasad

Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad confronted several Independent Members of Parliament today, questioning them about their strategy if VAT were to be reduced from fifteen to nine percent.

July 10, 2024 4:50 pm
 

Budget 2024-25

HECF clarifies 2024/2025 grant status

The Higher Education Commission of Fiji has today clarified that it has neither signed any grant agreement with any higher education institutions nor has it disbursed any grants from the 2024/25 National Budget.

July 10, 2024 4:44 pm
 

Budget 2024-25

Vatukoula strike settlement could set precedence: Usamate

The government’s payments to former Vatukoula gold miners as a strike settlement could set a precedent.

July 10, 2024 4:33 pm

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