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May 28, 2024 10:58 am

New law gives Fiji stronger drug-fighting powers

Needle and syringe programme set for rollout

Chiefs’ council gets formal say on iTaukei interests

Panapasa says security threats led to home fence

Government proposes new immunity chapter

FCOSS defends Cogea relocation project

Surgical error complaints revealed

Poppy appeal to support Fiji veterans

First Home Grant 97 percent utilised

Fiji, Serbia to cooperate on public service

Government allocates $4.3m for iTaukei land rent

Ukraine urges US to sanction entities supporting Russia's Starlink rival

Stella McCartney spotlights climate crisis

Shankar and Mani suspended

Trump says he has done a 'bad job' explaining his economic record

Survey reveals Fiji CEOs confident in profits, investment and jobs

From football fields to rugby leadership

Survey reveals Fiji CEOs confident in economy

Poe double earns Fiji U15 draw

Bula Boys to work on execution

British Museum's 'Korea' exhibition presents country's heritage beyond pop culture

Updated USP policy strengthens safety reporting

While Spain blocks evictions, Portugal forges on with bill to hasten them

Six years, six months for deliberate vehicle attack

Imports rise by $101 million 

Older Fijians at centre of new policy

Ba chases 26th FMF IDC title

Kashmir's 600-year-old wedding-feast tradition adapts to modern times

Poland to set quicker air defence procedures

France and Britain in talks to end 'one in, one out' migrant deal

Government takes different approach to national identity

Drug cases in schools hit 3,143

Government yet to decide on bus support

Jaipur camp expands prosthetic access

$4.6 million pine windfall for Lakeba

4,000+ quakes recorded

Ministry steps up stray dog control

Lautoka regroup ahead of Navosa clash

Jack out, injury worries for Navua

Mataele extends stay with Fijian Drua

Fiji strengthens preparedness against El Niño

Bainimarama, Sayed-Khaiyum no-case ruling in December

RBF releases Green Finance Taxonomy Guidelines

Appeals court halts Tennessee's first execution of a woman

Butterfly wing patterns may trick predators with motion illusions

Israel to ramp up pilot checks after flydubai scare

2027 London Marathon dates decided by game of rock-paper-scissors

More than 270 priests in Massachusetts abused children over decades

Resource owners to take community concerns to Pre-COP

Government weighs cheaper options for sugar farmers

Fiji moves to modernise property valuation laws

Russia attacks Ukrainian energy grid

Long-unseen works by Van Gogh, Cezanne, Monet estimated at $450 m

Five-year parliamentary term proposed

Rabuka backs audit of court exhibits

PM confident Constitution Bill will pass

Constitution Bill clears first parliamentary hurdle

New employment policy set for implementation

Urban population to reach 70 percent

Naitasiri Rugby hold top spot

New bill to strengthen mining regulation

Nadi FC eye stronger IDC campaign

Bula Boys reach MSG final

Pre-COP to amplify iTaukei and Pacific voices

Government resources banned for campaigning

NFA warns of rising vacant property fires

TLTB maps out landowners’ financial institution

China vows response if EU introduces moves targeting Chinese trade

Ceuta mass migrant crossing handling 'responsibility of all EU

Electricity reconnection policy under scrutiny

CDD questions referendum process

Fare extension brings relief to taxi operators

Pre-COP attendance surges

Yusuf predicts toughest IDC yet

Costa Rica's Grynspan narrowly ahead in race to be next UN chief

Vodafone Cup winners present trophy to RFMF commander

Competition intensifying in Skipper and Marama Cup

North Korea says South Korea to pay a price for shifting blame for mine blast

Fuel and LPG prices to rise

Judiciary responsible for cocaine security

Leung elected Fiji Law Society President

Malani civil case hearing adjourned

Second cocaine case hits court vault

Antisemitism at UK universities is increasing

Trapped in inferno after Russian strike

Suva ropes in NZ based players

Vodafone Cup junior finals set for Saturday

Parliament fast-tracks GCC Bill

Parliament questions delayed relocation project

UN renews Haiti force mandate for six months

Rabuka vows consequences over $31m cocaine tampering

ODPP clarifies missing exhibits in Rahman case

Nagigi farmers, residents brace for prolonged dry spell

Bus owners demand fuel subsidy decision

Kuridrani’s seat in parliament to remain vacant

Leung elected Fiji Law Society President

Education tightens payroll controls after disruption

US sanctions 10 over allegedly procuring weapons for Iran

Morocco's king appoints first woman prime minister

Drua signs Nadroga's Ratuniyarawa

Argentina's Kirchner challenges fraud conviction at UN

UN alarmed by reports that Myanmar air strike killed 50

The mother behind the Fijian NRL superstar

Dry conditions raise power rationing risk

Taveuni Rugby focused on next challenge

HIV law change fast-tracked

69 senior health positions remain vacant

Yusuf warns players ahead of FMF IDC

Pacific Harbour golf course faces major changes

Security overhaul begins after evidence controversy

Tighter controls on imported kava

Programme expands support for market vendors

School farm supports student meals

Constitutional Amendment Bill moves forward

Cocaine exhibits worth $30 million replaced

Celine Dion brings down the curtain on L'Oreal Paris runway show

South African township living in fear after tavern shooting that left 18 dead

Tailevu remain focused on Skipper Cup goal

Poor coordination hurting sugar industry

8,611 households rely on high-risk water

China training offers new lessons in development

Rokotunidau remains in custody

Deaf community calls for better service access

The woman keeping Fiji Airways moving

FMF IDC carries anti-drug message

CBFC clears Drishyam The Conclusion without a single cut

Drug exhibits tampered with

Taxi fare adjustment extended

Protesters demand Spanish government limit evictions, pensioner to return home

Defence questions document authenticity

Taylor Swift makes VMAs history and dedicates award to Dolly Parton

Thousands huddle in Bangkok shelters as Thai flood damages seen at over $320 million

Fiji Kulas aims for strong finish

Delay raises questions over sugar tribunal accountability

Hospitals face incinerator gap

China signals more opportunities for Fiji

Weather data gaps affects insurance payouts

Diabetes puts eyesight at risk

Mexico's Pacific coast braces for Hurricane Polo's life-threatening landfall

Bituniyata crowned Pro D2 Player of the Year

Raipur’s Ritesh Pal wins India’s Best Dancer Season 5

FMF IDC torch hits the road

Man found not guilty of clubhouse fire

Fallen officers remembered

FHL profit up 11%, assets exceed $1b

Fijian women to share climate relocation experiences

Raikiwai Adventures launches jet ski operations in Nadi

Vulnerable woman evicted and left to sleep in a car

Shahid Kapoor to perform at IIFA 2027 in Abu Dhabi

Pacific defence ministers unite on regional security

French health delegation eyes PSH for specialist care

Former FBC GM Hugh Leonard dies at 88

UK examines foreign state involvement in suspected airbase plot, releases suspects

USP student develops AI reef monitor

Salman Khan raises concern over AI deepfakes

Iran insists on diplomatic solution after Trump rejects peace plan

Nadi next for Naitasiri

Vunibola in the mix says Potter

Tax arrears hit $495 million

Kumar questions Food Processors’ future

Labasa villages step up waste fight

LTA mourns loss of former Board Chair

Natadola Suite wins Fiji’s top hotel title again

Five Fijiana make WXV Team of the Tournament

EFL explains rural power delays

Race to raise $500K for kids

Children face heart disease risk

Key players may miss FMF IDC opener

China, US agree tariff cuts on $60b in goods

Sauturaga enjoys first season with Taveuni

Far-right and far-left wins raise security concerns in Germany

FIU intelligence failing to drive action

NFP defends record as coalition partner

Fiji strengthens maritime safety law enforcement

Clean-ups alone won’t solve plastic crisis: PRF

Iran urges talks as Trump rejects UN Hormuz proposal

Taylor Swift wins top VMA for 'Ophelia' video

Colailago reigns at Fiji Golf Open

Lawyer sentenced for drug possession

Tom Cruise unveils 'Digger' at London premiere

Defense questions originality of NFP letter

Khan applies for bail pending appeal

Women put relocation in focus

Armani showcases new collection blending tradition and evolution

U2 celebrates 50 years with concert at Dublin school

UK police arrest five near US-used air base on terrorism charges

Six agricultural enterprises under review

Ratu Tevita speaks on constitution

Cikobia receives bottled water relief

Government targets Rakiraki dump

Young engineer shaping aviation safety

Two plead not guilty on amended charge

Wara to feature for Rewa

Rokotuisawa in national extended squad

Parliament pays tribute to Kuridrani

New asbestos safety push

Farmers set for digital shift

Pope Leo meets French abuse survivors, pledges action

Demna unveils first full vision for Gucci at Milan Fashion Week

Cleary out of World Cup, Yeo and Edwards in doubt