At least 19 people in two cities died on Monday in Nepal’s worst unrest in decades, authorities said, as police in the capital fired tear gas and rubber bullets at protesters trying to storm parliament in anger at a social media shutdown and corruption.

For Oscar winner Guillermo del Toro, Frankenstein is about three core elements. The first two were always part of the filmmaker’s vision for this distinct take on the classic Mary Shelley gothic tale: pain and regret.

Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has officially assumed the role of Pacific Islands Forum Chair.

As Term 3 begins, Education Minister Aseri Masivou Radrodro has called on students and teachers to step up and finish strong. With final exams ahead and the academic year nearing its end, the Minister said there was no room for complacency.

The Social Democratic Liberal Party may have promoted the setup of Fiji’s mission in Israel during their campaign, but the decision on who becomes the High Commissioner rests with Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka.

A 39-year-old Namaka man is set to appear at the Suva Magistrates Court today. He is charged in three separate cases of obtaining financial advantage by deception.

The Fiji Medical Association is calling for more flexibility for doctors to speak on public health issues and address systemic challenges.

The destruction of places of worship in Fiji is a serious concern and must stop, says Faith Harvest Church Pastor Manasa Kolivuso.

The U.S. Supreme Court again backed President Donald Trump’s hardline immigration approach on Monday, letting agents proceed with Southern California raids targeting people for deportation based on their race or language in a decision that a dissenting justice said makes Latinos “fair game to be seized at any time.”

Fijian Drua head coach Glen Jackson has hailed the impact of his players in the national side, saying their dominance in the Flying Fijians squad for the Pacific Nations Cup proves the franchise is achieving its purpose.

Late fixture changes by Fiji Rugby Union have forced Ba to abandon plans to host any more Skipper Cup matches at the newly refurbished 4R Govind Park this season.

Fiji is stepping up efforts to expand its global trade, targeting markets in the United Arab Emirates , Asia and neighboring Pacific countries.