World

French government resigns, acts as caretaker

French centrist Prime Minister Gabriel Attal and his government resigned on Tuesday but will stay in a caretaker capacity until a new cabinet is appointed following an inconclusive snap election.

July 17, 2024 8:12 am
 

World

Menendez Convicted in Corruption Trial

U.S. Senator Bob Menendez was convicted on Tuesday on all 16 criminal counts he faced including bribery at his corruption trial in Manhattan federal court, completing the once-powerful New Jersey Democrat’s dramatic downfall.

July 17, 2024 7:22 am
 

Rugby

Young players are learning a lot says Byrne

The head coach of the Flying Fijians emphasized that the recent Tests have been highly beneficial for the players.

July 17, 2024 6:57 am
 

Health

Surge in injectable drug use

The Health Ministry has noted an increase in injectable drug use, with 10 cases reported so far this year compared to three during the same period last year.

July 17, 2024 6:57 am
 

News

Vosarogo directs audit into payment system

Minister for Lands Filimoni Vosarogo has revealed that in his first year in government, he directed an audit to be carried out on the Ministry’s online payment system.

July 17, 2024 6:46 am
 

Fiji 7s in Paris 2024

Men’s 7s team focuses on individual skills

Fiji men’s 7s team head coach, Osea Kolinisau, is focusing on improving individual skills and tackling techniques ahead of their Olympic Games campaign.

July 17, 2024 6:43 am
 

Business

North sugar farmers receive government grants

Around 30 farmers in the Wainikoro and Bucaisau sugarcane sectors in Labasa have received funds from the government under the New Farmers and Lease Renewal Program.

July 17, 2024 6:37 am
 

Football

12 overseas-based teams in tournament

A total of 12 overseas-based teams will be competing in the upcoming Fiji Football Association Viti Futsal Cup competition this weekend.

July 17, 2024 6:34 am
 

Golf

I'll play as long as I can play and win, says Woods

Tiger Woods has no intention of walking away from the sport and said that he will continue playing as long as he believes he is able to win.

July 17, 2024 6:26 am
 

News

Capacity building is critical: Dr Tukana

The Permanent Secretary for Agriculture Dr Andrew Tukana is concerned about Fiji’s existing level of food security and has emphasized the importance of increasing sector capacity.

July 17, 2024 6:25 am
 

News

Housing Authority guarantee renewal welcomed

The Housing Authority says that the $150 million government guarantee has been there for Housing Authority for a number of years.

July 17, 2024 6:17 am
 

Football

England qualify for Euro 2025, Sweden to playoffs

European champions England withstood a second-half barrage to grab a 0-0 draw with Sweden in Group A3 and qualify for Euro 2025, with the Swedes heading for the playoffs after finishing third in the pool.

July 17, 2024 6:16 am

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