A warning to Swedes from two top defence officials to prepare for war has prompted concern and accusations of alarmism.

Ecuador President Daniel Noboa said on Wednesday that his country was “at war” with drug gangs who are holding more than 130 prison guards and other staff hostage, amid a dramatic surge in violence that saw gunmen briefly take over a TV live broadcast and explosions in multiple cities.

Assistant Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Sashi Kiran has expressed deep concern about the surging number of disabilities in Fiji.

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Former Flying Fijians halfback Mosese Rauluni has been named as coach of the Rooster Fijian Drua Women’s and Vodafone Fijiana 15s teams.

Fiji Airways Fiji 7s rover Filipe Sauturaga has been named as captain of the shadow national side that will compete in this weekend’s Fiji Bitter Lomaiviti 7s in Levuka.

Papua New Guinea’s national cabinet has called in defence personnel to restore order in the face of major rioting and unrest in the country’s capital.

The Education Ministry has recorded a 90 percent pass rate compared to 89 percent in 2022 for Year 13 students.

The Ministry of Agriculture recently organized a two-day training program focusing on the fundamentals of floriculture at Rukuruku Village, Lomaiviti.

The Shark Reef Marine Reserve serves as an important part of maintaining the marine ecosystem thriving.

U.S. and British naval forces shot down 21 drones and missiles fired by Yemen-based Houthis on Tuesday towards the southern Red Sea, the United States said, with Britain hinting at further measures to protect international shipping lanes.

Some senior players in the Fiji Airways Fiji 7s side are set to make their return to rugby in the next leg of the HSBC Sevens Series in Perth, Australia later this month.