Health

Fiji HIV crisis fueled by drug use and risky behaviors

Chemsex and bluetoothing are fueling Fiji’s HIV crisis, particularly among people under 39, who account for 73 percent of new infections.

December 10, 2024 3:15 pm
 

News

Vodafone Fiji donates $10,000 to Fiji Cancer Society

Vodafone Fiji has presented a cheque worth $10,000 to the Fiji Cancer Society, marking the successful conclusion of its Pinktober and Movember campaigns.

December 10, 2024 3:06 pm
 

News

2024 HIV cases in Fiji likely nearing 1500

Startling revelations by the Fiji Medical Association that so far this year HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) cases in the country have surpassed 1000 and could be approaching 1500 cases.

December 10, 2024 12:57 pm
 

News

Australian Minister flags reforms for PALM scheme

Australia’s government is weighing recommendations from the United Nations special rapporteur on slavery to allow workers in the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility scheme to change employers.

December 10, 2024 12:44 pm
 

Climate Change

Climate crisis exacerbates health risks

A study carried out on health and climate change in Small Island Developing States shows that lack of climate action is endangering lives and livelihoods of people despite island states spearheading international attention on climate and health.

December 10, 2024 12:37 pm
 

News

Access to information key to Pacific disaster recovery

Access to information is fundamental to community well-being, particularly in disaster recovery and addressing the impacts of climate change.

December 10, 2024 12:23 pm
 

News

HRADC calls for bold action

Fiji is dealing with a range of critical human rights issues that demand urgent attention.

December 10, 2024 11:11 am
 

News

ICJ to redefine climate accountability

The International Court of Justice is set to issue a landmark advisory opinion next year.

December 10, 2024 11:00 am
 

News

PM supports inquiry into supply chain

Fiji’s drug epidemic, particularly among the youth has reached alarming levels with government leaders calling for urgent action to address the crisis.

December 10, 2024 10:48 am
 

News

Peacekeepers safe in Golan Heights

A Fijian officer previously stationed in Damascus has safely returned to Camp Faour, the headquarters for peacekeeping operations in the Golan Heights.

December 10, 2024 10:10 am
 

News

Social media use could impact productivity says Wesley

The massive use of social media by Fijians, particularly during late-night hours, could soon affect the country’s productivity, according to Fiji Times Editor-in-Chief Fred Wesley.

December 10, 2024 10:07 am
 

News

Government eyes Vanua Levu as new tourism hotspot

As most tourists flock to Fiji’s popular spots in Viti Levu, the government is shifting focus to Vanua Levu’s hidden beauty and rich culture.

December 10, 2024 9:54 am

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