Youths must play a greater role in decision-making and national development, with their voices helping shape Fiji’s future, says Director of Culture, Heritage and Arts Sipiriano Nemani.

Market vendors are expressing their national pride through decorations, traditional attire and cultural celebrations as Fiji marks its independence.

The United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has acknowledged Fiji’s important contribution to the region.

Joint search and rescue efforts are underway by the Republic of Fiji Navy, Police, and local communities for a 68-year-old man from Udu Village, Totoya, in Lau.

Repeated break-ins that saw thieves steal musical instruments and sound equipment have left a 61-year-old temple in Ba facing ongoing security concerns.

Education Minister Aseri Radrodro is encouraging schools to continue drug and HIV awareness.

For veteran Jay Vaka, Fiji Day is not just a national celebration but a day to reflect on his years as a military officer and remember his fellow soldiers.

The Suva High Court called the case involving Aiden Alec Hurtado yesterday to ascertain the status of the 18 kilograms of cocaine tendered as exhibits and determine whether the drugs had been destroyed following the conclusion of the trial.

Pacific banks must move beyond technical green frameworks to ensure sustainable finance delivers actual investment and measurable economic benefits, says BSP Chief Financial Officer Rajeshwar Singh.

The Suva Resident Magistrate’s Court has acquitted former Republic of Fiji Military Forces finance staff member Sarika Devi Raj of two counts of Abuse of Office after ruling that the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case against her.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has urged Fijians to continue with their daily lives as Parliament’s committee works on proposed amendments to the Constitution.

Republic of Fiji Military Forces Commander Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai has stressed that both Parliament and the RFMF have a responsibility to serve the people, emphasising that neither institution owns the authority entrusted to it.