Pacific Islands

Pacific Is Forum tweaks communique after China outburst

The Pacific Islands Forum secretariat has altered the communique from last week’s summit in Tonga to remove an affirming reference to Taiwan, after an outburst from China.

August 31, 2024 2:58 pm
 

Rugby League

Silktails continues losing streak

The Kaiviti Silktails’ losing streak in the Jersey Flegg Cup extends after a tough 32-0 defeat against the West Tigers at Churchill Park in Lautoka.

August 31, 2024 2:39 pm
 

Business

Brazil watchdog moves to block access to Elon Musk's X after court order

Brazil’s telecommunications regulator said it was suspending access to Elon Musk’s X social network in the country to comply with an order from a judge who has been locked in a months-long feud with the billionaire investor.

August 31, 2024 2:14 pm
 

Entertainment

Sydney's $15 billion new train line is modern, fast and big on TikTok

Australia’s largest public transport project has achieved something few urban planners expect: social media fame.

August 31, 2024 1:08 pm
 

Rugby

Tuifua stays optimistic despite loss to Samoa

Tonga’s head coach, Tevita Tuifua, is maintaining a positive outlook despite his team’s 43-17 defeat to Samoa in the second round of the Pacific Nations Cup in Apia yesterday.

August 31, 2024 12:51 pm
 

Sports

Mar impresses in first outing

Paralympian Irene Mar has concluded her impressive run in the Women’s K44-57kg category, bowing out in the quarterfinals after a tough match against world number 2, Gamze Gurdal of Turkey.

August 31, 2024 12:44 pm
 

Business

Stability will attract foreign investment says Tikoduadua

Home Affairs Minister Pio Tikoduadua says a stable and secure environment is fundamental for attracting foreign investment and fostering economic growth.

August 31, 2024 12:43 pm
 

Basketball

U19 defending champs taken to the wire

Defending champions Yat Sen Secondary faced a grueling test in their quest to retain the U19 boys’ title at the Vodafone Fiji Basketball Tournament in Lautoka.

August 31, 2024 12:38 pm
 

News

China offers drug rehab support to Fiji

China is willing to provide rehabilitation support and facilities to Fiji in combating the rising issues of drug abuse and addiction.

August 31, 2024 12:31 pm
 

World

Cuba faces uphill battle as Oropouche virus spreads

Cuban health authorities launched small-scale fumigation efforts in Havana to fight the spread of the Oropouche virus.

August 31, 2024 12:29 pm
 

News

Internal reconciliation key before national process: Commander

The Republic of Fiji Military Forces is continuing its attempt to mend the divisions brought by previous conflicts by taking great strides towards reconciliation and reintegration.

August 31, 2024 12:25 pm
 

Sports

Games' growth heading in right direction despite remaining challenges

The Paris 2024 Paralympics are heading towards record tickets sale as the global event continues its growth 12 years after getting a huge boost in London, although challenges remain, organisers said.

August 31, 2024 12:20 pm

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