Ousmane Dembele scored a ​first-half hat-trick as France made sure of top spot in World Cup Group I with a ruthless 4-1 win on Friday ‌over a second-string Norway who like the French had already qualified for the next round of the tournament.

Donkey is stepping out of Shrek’s shadow after DreamWorks confirmed the wisecracking sidekick will lead his own standalone film, with Eddie Murphy returning to voice the fan-favourite character in an origin story due in cinemas in 2028.

Disturbing revelations of widespread sexual harassment at Fortescue’s remote mining camps should result in criminal prosecutions where applicable, company boss Andrew Forrest has told his employees.

The Ministry for Youth and Sports says it will make the most of its $23.1 million allocation for the 2026/27 financial year after its initial request for $30 million was not granted.

Art Garfunkel has claimed his long and often turbulent relationship with Paul Simon has reached a place of reconciliation.

A childhood spent exploring the creeks and coastline of Ovalau inspired Varea Romanu to pursue a career in environmental conservation and climate resilience.

Australia’s world-first social media ban for young people has sparked warnings it was never strict enough, with experts saying the restrictions have always needed strengthening.

The increased allocation for the health sector will help address key priorities, including HIV response, staff welfare, medicine supply, and healthcare infrastructure.

The government is stepping up efforts to accelerate urban development, improve public services, and modernise waste management systems as part of a broader push to support Fiji’s growing towns and cities.

Businesses and residents in the Northern Division are expressing cautious optimism following the announcement of the 2026/2027 National Budget, saying many measures align with the government’s theme of a “Responsible Budget for a Sustainable Future.”

Education Minister Aseri Radrodro says the $883 million allocated to the education sector in the 2026/2027 National Budget will help ensure schools are adequately staffed and students continue to receive quality education.

The Fiji Trades Union Congress has criticised the 2026-2027 National Budget, describing it as disappointing for workers and failing to provide immediate relief amid rising living costs.