World

New Zealand scraps clean, green policies to boost economy

New Zealand’s green credentials are at risk as the government rolls back environmental reforms in a bid to boost a flailing economy and fulfil promises made to its voters.

August 5, 2024 9:22 am
 

Entertainment

Amitabh Bachchan loves Aishwarya as his own daughter, says Jaya

Followed by the arrival of Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan and his entire family without Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Aaradhya Bachchan at the Anant Ambani wedding festivities with the latter two making a late entrance, the rumors of an alleged divorce in the Bachchan family have fuelled up even further. Owing to the ongoing reports about the Abhi-Ash marriage hitting rock bottom, an old interview of Ash’s mother-in-law Jaya Bachchan has resurfaced wherein the yesteryear actress is opening up about Ash’s relationship with her father-in-law and legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan.

August 5, 2024 8:35 am
 

World

Harris interviews Walz, Kelly, Shapiro at her home for vice president pick

Vice President Kamala Harris will interview three top candidates – Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, U.S. Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro – at her Washington, D.C., residence on Sunday ahead of a final decision on her running mate.

August 5, 2024 8:25 am
 

Athletics

Lyles wins 100 metres gold by a whisker

Noah Lyles of the United States won an enthralling and dramatic men’s Olympic men’s 100-metre final by fractions of a second in a time of 9.79 this morning.

August 5, 2024 8:16 am
 

World

At least 91 killed as clashes rock Bangladesh, curfew imposed

At least 91 people were killed and hundreds injured in clashes in Bangladesh on Sunday as police fired tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse tens of thousands of protesters calling for Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to resign.

August 5, 2024 7:40 am
 

News

MoH boosts anti-drug efforts

The Ministry of Health is stepping up its efforts in the fight against drugs, with work underway to train staff so they can identify patients who are victims of drug abuse.

August 5, 2024 6:57 am
 

News

Drug transit threat grows

The government is increasingly concerned about Fiji becoming a transit point for regional drug trade.

August 5, 2024 6:44 am
 

News

Traffic disruptions expected during Indian President's visit

The public are being advised that there will be traffic disruptions in the Central and Western Divisions from today until Wednesday.

August 5, 2024 6:36 am
 

Rugby

Kolinisau hopes to stay on

Fiji 7s men’s coach Osea Kolinisau says that his future with Fiji Rugby now rests in the hands of the board and management.

August 5, 2024 6:28 am
 

News

Prasad highlights key provisions for Fijians in budget

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says the 2024-25 National Budget addresses a number of fundamental problems faced by Fijians.

August 5, 2024 6:27 am
 

Rugby

Nasinu gunning for first-ever Deans title

Nasinu Secondary School Under 18 coach Mikaele Yasiyasi insists that his team will not underestimate any schools, their upcoming opponents in particular, despite their impressive unbeaten run in the Fiji Secondary School Rugby Union Deans competition.

August 5, 2024 6:16 am
 

News

‘HerCatch’ series to highlight women’s role in fisheries

A new local TV program, HerCatch, designed to amplify the voices of women who play a vital role in our fisheries sector, will premiere on FBC TV this evening.

August 5, 2024 6:14 am

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