A tsunami watch is in place for all coastal low lying areas of the country following a 7.3 magnitude earthquake 37km northwest of Port Villa, Vanuatu this afternoon.

An earthquake of magnitude 7.4 struck Vanuatu’s capital Port Vila on Tuesday, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) said, with footage showing damage to a building hosting the United States embassy.

Assistant Commissioner of Police Crime, Mesake Waqa says they are conducting the necessary investigations to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the death of the 41-year-old acting resort manager in Wailoaloa, Nadi.

Warwick Fiji Resort says it wants to reassure all guests that they maintain the highest standards of food and beverage safety.

The micro, small, and medium enterprises represent 82 percent of registered businesses, underscoring their vital role in our economy.

The Mineral Resources Department’s Seismology Unit is monitoring the after-activity following a 7.3 magnitude earthquake 37km northwest of Port Villa, Vanuatu this afternoon.

A woman has raised serious concerns about the manner in which her son underwent a circumcision procedure at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital earlier this month.

Investigations are still ongoing into the suspected alcohol poisoning incident at the Warwick Fiji Resort over the weekend.

The Suva Retailers Association is set to submit a formal request for extended nightclub hours in Suva during the festive season.

Education Minister Aseri Radrodro has raised concerns that many students entering secondary school are unable to read or write proficiently.

Women residing in rural and maritime communities will now have the opportunity to upskill through new small-scale income-generating projects.

More than 390 teachers who have upgraded their qualifications will shortly receive 50 percent of payment for salary upgrade and the remaining 50 percent will be received in January next year.