News

Wooden structures are better, says Kiwi quake expert

A New Zealand expert says wooden buildings are better able to withstand significant earthquake events.

December 19, 2024 12:27 pm
 

News

Women overcome challenges in SME space

Despite facing unique challenges such as limited access to funding, societal biases, and the need to balance personal and professional responsibilities, women-led SMEs are proving to be a powerful force in the global business landscape.

December 19, 2024 12:24 pm
 

News

ISA advances Fiji’s solar initiatives

The International Solar Alliance is focusing on supporting Fiji’s renewable energy sector by enhancing technical assessments and building local capacity.

December 19, 2024 12:06 pm
 

World

Ring of Fire means earthquake a common occurrence in Vanuatu

A major earthquake has struck Vanuatu, causing major damage across its capital city.

December 19, 2024 11:50 am
 

Rugby

Drua Women boosted by ANZ sponsorship

The Fijian Drua Women’s team will now enjoy the support of ANZ, following the renowned bank’s announcement of an expanded sponsorship that includes both the men’s and women’s teams.

December 19, 2024 11:24 am
 

Football

Real Madrid claims FIFA Intercontinental cup

Real Madrid lifted the FIFA Intercontinental Cup Qatar 2024™ after a solid 3-0 victory over Pachuca in Doha.

December 19, 2024 11:00 am
 

Sports

Perez and Red Bull agree to end contract early

Sergio Perez is to leave Red Bull two years before the end of his contract after reaching a termination agreement with the team.

December 19, 2024 10:44 am
 

Australia

148 Australians return from Vanuatu

After a powerful magnitude-7.3 earthquake struck near Vanuatu’s capital earlier this week, 148 Australian citizens have been assisted back home.

December 19, 2024 10:30 am
 

Entertainment

‘Top Gun’ star Tom Cruise becomes a military hero in real life

After years of playing military heroes on screen, Tom Cruise is now one in real life.

December 19, 2024 10:23 am
 

News

FMA responds to FICAC, respect media freedom it says

The Fijian Media Association has called on public officeholders to respect media freedom and democratic discourse on issues of national concern.

December 19, 2024 10:11 am
 

News

Vanuatu quake in world's most active zone

The Vanuatu earthquake on Tuesday occurred at ground zero of one of the most active plate boundaries in the world, says Professor Mark Stirling, Chair of Earthquake Science, University of Otago.

December 19, 2024 10:04 am
 

News

Rescue plane diverts following engine fire alert

A Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) C-13O Hercules aircraft enroute to Vanuatu with search and rescue equipment and personnel was forced to divert to New Caledonia following an engine fire warning indication.

December 19, 2024 9:55 am

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