World

Internet suspended in Manipur after student clashes

Internet and mobile data services were suspended for five days and an indefinite curfew imposed in some parts of India’s northeastern state of Manipur on Tuesday after student protests over continuing ethnic strife turned violent.

September 11, 2024 6:20 am
 

News

Ministry prioritizing students studying under "tents"

The Ministry of Education is currently finalizing all project works that are left to be completed under the 2024-2025 budget allocation.

September 11, 2024 6:19 am
 

Business

New Starbucks CEO to focus on improving US stores

Starbucks opens new tab new CEO Brian Niccol laid out his plan for the first 100 days on Tuesday, saying he would focus on enhancing customer experience and coffeehouse culture at its stores in the United States.

September 11, 2024 6:15 am
 

News

DPM highlights untapped potential of iTaukei economy

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade Manoa Kamikamica says the iTaukei economy is an untapped area of opportunity in the country.

September 11, 2024 6:09 am
 

News

Creative ideas needed to tackle drugs: Kuruleca

While concerns are being raised on the presence of drugs in schools, the Ministry of Education Permanent Secretary stresses the importance of a balanced approach, focusing on education and prevention rather than resorting to drastic measures that might undermine the school environment.

September 11, 2024 5:50 am
 

Football

Indonesia frustrates Australia as Saudis, Korea and Japan secure World Cup wins

Australia endured a disappointing evening in Asia’s World Cup qualifying on Tuesday as Graham Arnold’s side were held to a 0-0 draw by Indonesia while Saudi Arabia defeated China, South Korea sealed a 3-1 win over Oman and Japan thrashed Bahrain.

September 11, 2024 5:50 am
 

News

Council urges an end to the burning of cane

The Sugar Cane Growers Council has raised concerns about the increasing trend of cane burning this season.

September 11, 2024 5:30 am
 

World

Dozens killed, wounded in Israeli strikes on Gaza tent camp

Israeli strikes blasted a huge crater in a designated safe zone in southern Gaza before dawn on Tuesday, setting tents ablaze and burying Palestinian families under sand.

September 11, 2024 5:30 am
 

Football

Ipswich legend Burley being treated for cancer

Ipswich Town legend and former Scotland manager George Burley is undergoing cancer treatment, the Premier League club has announced.

September 11, 2024 5:30 am
 

News

Ministry plans consultations to revise housing policy

Ministry of Housing is inviting Fijians to participate in a nationwide public consultation on the working draft of the revised Fiji National Housing Policy.

September 11, 2024 5:20 am
 

Cricket

Stokes returns to England squad for Pakistan test tour

Captain Ben Stokes will return to the England test side after missing this month’s series victory against Sri Lanka, the country’s cricket board (ECB) said on Tuesday after they announced a 17-member squad for October’s tour of Pakistan.

September 11, 2024 5:15 am
 

News

Funding secured for Pacific Dermatology Training

Four years of funding for dermatology training for Pacific doctors and other health workers is now assured thanks to a significant donation by the International League of Dermatological Societies.

September 11, 2024 5:10 am

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