Former Deputy Prime Minister Professor Biman Prasad’s criminal case will return to the Suva Magistrates Court on Friday for a final pre-trial conference ahead of the scheduled trial next week.

The Suva Magistrates Court has given Zoey Maharaj’s defence counsel until Friday to file mitigation.

The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission has called for zero tolerance for torture and all forms of ill-treatment following a viral video allegedly showing a Fiji Corrections Service officer assaulting an inmate at the Lautoka Remand Centre.

The Ministry of Fisheries has extended the lifting of the ban on the harvest and trade of sea cucumbers, allowing licensed operators to continue harvesting and processing until 31 January 2027.

Health workers’ safety is under scrutiny after concerns were raised that their protection is inadequately addressed in the Ministry of Health’s 2026–2031 Strategic Plan.

New Swire Shipping Fijian Drua head coach Brad Mooar believes the club is already in a strong position and is determined to build on the foundations laid by former coaches Mick Byrne and Glen Jackson.

Queen Victoria School Under-15 coach Misaele Gavidi says there is still room for improvement despite his side’s victory over Holy Family School in Saturday’s Vodafone Deans elimination round.

Engineers Fiji has raised concerns that the Engineers Registration Act 1976 has never been enforced, making it difficult to regulate who can officially practice as an engineer.

Improving its finishing in front of goal remains a key focus for Stratum Rewa FC as the side prepares for the OFC Men’s Champions League.

The newly launched People First Party says it will develop its manifesto through nationwide consultations, with party leader Inia Seruiratu saying the views and priorities of ordinary Fijians will shape its policies.

Fiji’s future developments must focus on sustainability, smarter infrastructure and stronger planning as the country continues to attract investment.

The Crest Fiji Pearls have named two squads for the Fiji Invitational Tournament, which gets underway today at the Vodafone Arena in Suva.