Eight days before Mexico City kicks off the World Cup, mass protests by teachers and retired judges, road closures and last-minute construction work caused chaos in the capital on Wednesday for millions of residents who face long delays ​and complex rerouting of their daily commutes.

Comcast NBCUniversal will invest more than £5 billion in building its first European theme park in Bedfordshire, ​north of London, supported by £1.3 billion of government money ‌to upgrade road and rail links and other infrastructure.

Departing Swire Shipping Fijian Drua head coach Glen Jackson believes the club remains in a strong position for the future despite the departure of eight players at the end of the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific season.

Fijians are being warned to expect a tough national budget later this month as the government grapples with rising global fuel prices and ongoing economic pressures.

The business community is closely watching the lead-up to the General Election and plans to present a white paper to all political parties in the coming weeks.

Former Deputy Prime Minister and National Federation Party Leader Professor Biman Prasad says farmers should not be misled by critics, insisting the coalition government has delivered record support for the sugar industry.

More rural commuters in Seaqaqa, Macuata, could soon face higher transport costs as carrier operators struggle to cope with rising fuel prices and increasing operating expenses.

The Suva City Council welcomes provisions in the proposed Public Health Amendment Bill giving environmental health officers greater powers to enter properties and informal settlements to address health concerns.

A new study is underway to determine the prevalence of postpartum depression in Fiji and identify gaps in maternity care services.

Fiji Men’s Cricket assistant coach Jone Seuvou says a lack of resources and opportunities continues to hinder the sport’s development in the country.

The Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s side has been drawn alongside South Africa, Kenya and Great Britain in Pool A for the HSBC SVNS World Championship finale in Bordeaux this weekend.

The Land Transport Authority has rejected claims that illegal taxi and public service vehicle operators are being allowed to operate unchecked, stating that enforcement efforts are ongoing nationwide.