World

Trump sends Saudi nuclear deal to Congress

President Donald Trump has ​sent Congress a proposed agreement with Saudi Arabia on civil nuclear energy while insisting the pact will only ‌go into effect if the kingdom normalizes relations with Israel, a U.S. administration official told Reuters.

August 26, 2026 12:44 pm
 

Entertainment

Dolly Parton, queen of country music, dies at 80

Dolly Parton was around six when she wrote her first song: “Little Tiny Tasseltop,” an ode to her corncob doll with corn-silk hair. Her mother stored it preciously in a shoebox.

August 26, 2026 12:23 pm
 

Court

FICAC discontinues case against Sayed-Khaiyum and Sagar

A nolle prosequi has been filed against former Fijian Broadcasting Corporation Chief Executive Officer Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and current Chief Financial Officer Vimlesh Sagar.

August 26, 2026 11:08 am
 

World

US spy chief visits Russia for meetings

U.S. CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled to Moscow for meetings with Russian officials, U.S. media outlets reported, citing unnamed ​sources.

August 26, 2026 10:20 am
 

News

Government confirms practical transition For TST

Following discussions between the Government and the tourism industry, the Tourism Services Tax will apply only to new bookings made from September 1st.

August 26, 2026 9:32 am
 

News

Fiji explores new technology for safer fisheries

Fiji is exploring new technology to strengthen coastal resource management and improve maritime safety.

August 26, 2026 9:28 am
 

News

Nauluvatu receives new water supply system

More than 300 villagers of Nauluvatu Village Naitasiri, now have access to an improved water supply system following the installation of a new water system.

August 26, 2026 9:26 am
 

World

Canada slaps retaliatory tariffs on US goods worth $20 billion as trade war intensifies

Canada hit back on Tuesday with retaliatory tariffs on about $20 billion worth of U.S. annual imports and rolled out aid for businesses and workers, matching Washington’s latest duties dollar-for-dollar.

August 26, 2026 8:41 am
 

Entertainment

Optimism 'essential' in Ridley Scott's sci-fi thriller

Ridley Scott returns to science fiction films after nearly a decade with a dystopian thriller the prolific director-producer and his starry cast say carries a message of hope.

August 26, 2026 8:13 am
 

News

Gaps remain in Fiji’s sexual health education

Gaps in students’ knowledge of HIV, sexual health and substance abuse are raising concerns about how effectively these issues are being addressed in Fiji’s schools.

August 26, 2026 7:47 am
 

Business

Nand calls for cheaper agricultural financing

Farmers need more affordable financing if Fiji is to attract greater investment and diversify its agricultural sector.

August 26, 2026 7:30 am
 

Climate Change

Climate impacts deepen across Vanua Levu

Communities across Vanua Levu are increasingly feeling the impacts of a changing climate, with changes affecting food production, water supplies and the natural resources they depend on.

August 26, 2026 7:25 am

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