New Zealand

New Zealand’s nascent space industry aims for the stars

The grassy plains on the east coast of New Zealand’s South Island, once home to cattle, have been transformed into a key aerospace facility for the Pacific nation as it looks to become a global hub for advanced aircraft and space exploration.

June 4, 2024 4:43 pm
 

Sports

Cikamatana books ticket to Paris Olympics

Fiji born Australian weightlifter Eileen Cikamatana has booked her ticket to the Paris Olympics.

June 4, 2024 4:39 pm
 

News

We could have done better says Rabuka

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has this afternoon released another statement, this time apologizing to the people of Fiji.

June 4, 2024 4:35 pm
 

Entertainment

Rupert Murdoch ties the knot for the 5th time in ceremony at his California vineyard

Media magnate Rupert Murdoch, 93, has married for the fifth time, his corporation, News Corp, confirmed.

June 4, 2024 4:24 pm
 

News

Fiji's growth outlook faces challenges: RBF

The Reserve Bank of Fiji in its latest economic review has stated that while the country’s growth outlook remains positive, weak primary sector outcomes and soft consumption and investment activity are likely to weigh on our growth projection for this year.

June 4, 2024 4:24 pm
 

News

Government open to addressing teacher pay concerns

In response to the demand for adjustments to the salaries of teachers, Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad says that the plight will be considered in the formulation of the upcoming national budget.

June 4, 2024 4:16 pm
 

News

Pacific Polytech graduates tackle youth unemployment

More than 200 students graduated from Pacific Polytech today, marking a significant milestone in addressing youth unemployment and meeting labour market demands.

June 4, 2024 3:59 pm
 

World

Indian heatwave kills dozens over summer, media says nearly 25,000 fall ill

India’s unusually severe heatwave this summer is suspected to have killed more than 100 people and made tens of thousands ill, authorities and media reports said, while parts of the country were also battered by a recent cyclone and heavy rains.

June 4, 2024 3:49 pm
 

News

FNU urges Fijians to be cautious of fake online learning platforms

The Fiji National University is issuing a public warning regarding a deceptive online site advertisement promoting free online courses.

June 4, 2024 3:45 pm
 

News

Baron Waqa appointed PIF SG

Baron Waqa has been appointed as the new Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum, replacing Henry Puna.

June 4, 2024 3:23 pm
 

Entertainment

Trial in the fatal daytime ambush of rapper Young Dolph reset to September

A judge reset the trial date for a man charged with killing rapper Young Dolph in a daytime shooting ambush at a cookie shop in his hometown of Memphis, Tennessee.

June 4, 2024 3:18 pm
 

Sports

Naiqama departs from Silktails

Fiji Airways Kaiviti Silktails coach Wes Naiqama has departed from the club after lengthy discussions with chair Petero Civoniceva yesterday.

June 4, 2024 3:10 pm

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