World

El Salvador lawmakers overturn mining ban in win for president

El Salvador’s legislature overturned a seven-year-old ban on metals mining, a move that President Nayib Bukele had pushed for to boost economic growth, but that environmental groups had opposed.

December 24, 2024 10:22 am
 

News

Two arrested for alleged drug possession

Two people have been arrested for the alleged possession of illicit drugs.

December 24, 2024 10:19 am
 

News

Fiji braces for heavy rain this festive season

Fijians may have to re-consider their plans for outdoor activities or gatherings during Christmas due to the heavy rain warning issued for greater parts of Fiji.

December 24, 2024 10:02 am
 

Business

Restaurant staff to face court over obstruction charges

The Acting Director and a staff member of Lautoka-based Tigers Restaurant will appear in court today, on a charge of obstructing a police officer in the execution of his duties.

December 24, 2024 9:58 am
 

World

House Ethics report finds evidence Matt Gaetz paid for sex and drugs

A US House Ethics Committee’s report into Matt Gaetz has found “substantial evidence” he paid for sex with a 17-year-old girl and used illicit drugs while in office.

December 24, 2024 8:10 am
 

World

Trudeau faces pressure to resign

The Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, whose party looks set to lose power early next year, is under increasing pressure from his own legislators to step down and let someone else take over.

December 24, 2024 7:30 am
 

News

Police ramp up operations

In response to growing concerns over public safety and drug-related crimes, Police are intensifying their crackdown on criminal activity, making 76 arrests last week alone.

December 24, 2024 7:15 am
 

Rugby

Labasa 7s focuses on community and youth development

The Fiji Bitter Labasa 7s Tournament Director, Joseph Koi, has expressed gratitude to Paradise Beverages for their continued support, ensuring the much-anticipated event remains on the calendar despite adjustments to its timing.

December 24, 2024 7:06 am
 

News

Government marks two-year anniversary with economic progress

As the government marks its two-year anniversary, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad, reaffirmed their commitment to improving services and choices for the people while promoting economic growth.

December 24, 2024 7:00 am
 

News

Derelict vessels could become tourist attractions

The Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji is exploring an innovative way to remove the vessels that have been abandoned by its owners at the Suva Harbor.

December 24, 2024 6:50 am
 

Sports

Athletes undergo offseason training

While many across the country are settling into the festive season, members of the Royal Health and Fitness Club have been training vigorously over the past few weeks in preparation for upcoming sporting competitions next year.

December 24, 2024 6:50 am
 

News

Pickering appointed as new Director FIU

Governor of the Reserve Bank of Fiji Ariff Ali, has announced the appointment of Caroline Pickering as the new Director of the Fiji Financial Intelligence Unit.

December 24, 2024 6:42 am

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