A century-old legacy of compassion rooted in the Girmit era was brought into focus today as national leaders visited Dilkusha Home in Nausori during the 147th Girmit Commemoration.

Cancer awareness and screening efforts are set to receive a boost through a new $25,000 partnership between Jack’s of Fiji and the Fiji Cancer Society.

The country is pushing for stronger global backing on climate finance and Pacific priorities ahead of the upcoming Pre-COP discussions with the European Union.

Pacific aviation ministers have renewed calls to strengthen air connectivity, safety and resilience across the region.

Villagers of Naitutu have raised concerns over the land demarcation process, saying they have legally preserved their heritage site in partnership with the Fiji Museum.

Rising urban flooding across the Pacific and Asia is exposing critical gaps in outdated city planning, with experts warning that stronger climate-resilient infrastructure is urgently needed to protect communities and economic stability.

The Labasa Town Council Chair, Paul Jaduram, has confirmed he has been removed from the position of Chairperson and is now serving only as a Special Administrator.

The National Fire Authority says the increasing number of fires and fire-related deaths recorded this year is becoming a major concern.

The tragic wreck of the Syria ship remains one of the darkest chapters in Fiji’s Girmit history, with the refurbished Syria Monument now standing as a renewed symbol of sacrifice, resilience, and national unity.

The Consumer Council of Fiji is sounding the alarm over widespread pricing discrepancies found in major supermarkets across the country, warning that inaccurate shelf pricing is unfairly burdening consumers already grappling with the rising cost of living.

One of Fiji’s historic spiritual sites linked to the Girmit era has been recognised as part of preparations for the 147th National Girmit Commemoration celebrations.

Former Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and former Supervisor of Elections Mohamed Saneem’s judgment has been deferred again.