World

Trump tells sweltering rally in Nevada he won't tax tips

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump told a rally in Las Vegas on Sunday that he would seek to end taxation of income from tips, a direct appeal to service workers in the swing state of Nevada, which polls suggest is leaning his way ahead of the Nov. 5 election.

June 10, 2024 10:34 am
 

Court

Bainimarama, Sayed-Khaiyum and Sharma plead not guilty

Former Finance Minister Voreqe Bainimarama, former Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and former Health Minister Neil Prakash Sharma have pleaded not guilty to their charges in the Suva Magistrates Court today.

June 10, 2024 10:31 am
 

News

Modernizing Fiji’s capacity for fresh produce exports

Fresh produce exports from Fiji will soon benefit from an upgraded treatment facility.

June 10, 2024 10:23 am
 

News

Ministry uses biotechnology to improve cattle breeds

The Ministry of Agriculture continues to use embryo transfer technology in partnership with Australian reproductive technologies to improve Fiji’s dairy and beef industry.

June 10, 2024 10:17 am
 

World

Macron calls shock French elections after far-right rout by Le Pen

French President Emmanuel Macron set off a political earthquake on Sunday when he called shock legislative elections for later this month after he was trounced in the European Union vote by Marine Le Pen’s far-right party.

June 10, 2024 9:00 am
 

World

Israel's centrist minister Benny Gantz quits Netanyahu government

Israeli minister Benny Gantz announced his resignation from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s emergency government on Sunday, withdrawing the only centrist power in the embattled leader’s far-right coalition amid a months-long war in Gaza.

June 10, 2024 8:12 am
 

World

Israel extends Al Jazeera ban by 45 days, citing security threat

A ban on Al Jazeera’s operations in Israel was extended for another 45 days by Israel’s telecoms regulator after the cabinet agreed its broadcasts posed a threat to security.

June 10, 2024 7:33 am
 

Football

Nalaubu credits Lautoka winning spirit

Flick Hygiene Lautoka striker Sairusi Nalaubu says the side’s warrior spirit made the difference as they retained the 2024 Digicel Pacific Fiji FACT title yesterday at Subrail Park in Labasa.

June 10, 2024 7:17 am
 

Cricket

India beat Pakistan in low-scoring nailbiter at T20 World Cup

India beat Pakistan by six runs in a low-scoring but tense T20 World Cup Group A encounter at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium where more than 34,000 fans were in attendance at the temporary arena.

June 10, 2024 7:04 am
 

Health

Healthcare staff shortages affect services

The shortage of nurses and doctors continues to be a significant concern for the healthcare system in Fiji, now severely impacting the ability to carry out essential operations.

June 10, 2024 6:50 am
 

Rugby

Doge cherishes maiden Eden Park appearance

Swire Shipping Fijian Drua prop Mesake Doge says playing the Blues at Eden Park is something that he will cherish for the rest of his life.

June 10, 2024 6:45 am
 

News

NZ PM praises Fiji's tourism growth

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has lauded Fiji’s remarkable achievements in the tourism sector, highlighting its swift recovery and growth beyond pre-COVID levels.

June 10, 2024 6:44 am

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