World

US takes aim at financial institutions with new Russia sanctions authority

U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday signed an executive order threatening penalties for financial institutions that help Russia circumvent sanctions, the White House said in a statement, as Washington seeks to increase pressure on Moscow.

December 23, 2023 8:13 am
 

Fire

NFA warns against uncontrolled burning

The National Fire Authority is cautioning the public against uncontrolled burning, emphasizing the associated dangers and potential spillover effects.

December 23, 2023 8:07 am
 

Sevens

Slowly but surely for former sprint queen

Transitioning from 15s to 7s wasn’t an easy decision for Heleina Young.

December 23, 2023 7:53 am
 

News

FNPF pensioners benefit from increased allowance

Fiji National Provident Fund pensioners who had their pension rates reduced now see an increase in their monthly allowance.

December 23, 2023 7:48 am
 

Sevens

Opportunity awaits for Fiji Babaas

Members of the Fiji Babaas side will have a chance to impress national 7s coach Ben Gollings at the 2024 McDonald’s Fiji Coral Coast 7s.

December 23, 2023 7:45 am
 

News

HA embarks on projects to provide affordable housing

The Housing Authority is planning to provide more residential lots as demand for affordable housing is outstripping supply.

December 23, 2023 7:41 am
 

Business

Street vendors thrive with brisk sales

Street vendors in the Suva Central Business District have noted a hike in their sales during this festive period.

December 23, 2023 7:28 am
 

Football

Manchester City beat Fluminense to capture Club World Cup

Julian Alvarez scored the fastest ever goal in a Club World Cup final as Manchester City thrashed Brazilian side Fluminense 4-0 on Friday to cap a remarkable year by capturing their fifth trophy of 2023.

December 23, 2023 7:27 am
 

Boxing

Joshua says he is happy after weighing heavier than Wallin

Anthony Joshua boasted a 13lb advantage over Otto Wallin as the British boxer weighed in for Saturday’s must-win heavyweight contest.

December 23, 2023 7:11 am
 

Football

Al-Ahly beat Urawa Red Diamonds 4-2 to finish third in Club World Cup

Al-Ahly defeated Urawa Red Diamonds 4-2 in an entertaining Club World Cup third-place playoff on Friday to secure a top three finish in the tournament for the fourth time, despite losing a two-goal lead and missing a penalty.

December 23, 2023 6:33 am
 

Sports

Indian wrestler to return honour in protest over sport's new president

A top Indian male wrestler is returning one of the country’s highest civilian awards in protest over the election of a president to the sport’s ruling body backed by his predecessor, who is accused of sexually harassing female wrestlers.

December 23, 2023 6:14 am
 

Entertainment

Warner Bros Discovery and Paramount in merger talks

Warner Bros Discovery and Paramount Global are in early talks to merge, according to multiple media reports.

December 22, 2023 5:15 pm

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