The Israeli military says it is carrying out a “precise and targeted operation against Hamas” in part of Al-Shia Hospital “based on intelligence information and an operational necessity”.

With Tropical Cyclone Mal gradually moving away from the Fiji group, signs of normalcy slowly returned to Suva city earlier today.

83 evacuation centers are currently open in Western Division housing more than 3,000 people.

The Fiji Roads Authority has confirmed that both Queens and Kings Road are now open.

The National Disaster Management Office is calling on Fijians to stay at home and avoid unnecessary movement.

Fijian rugby star Mesulame Kunavula has signed a one-year contract with the NSW Waratahs.

Hamas has just responded to comments made by the US tonight, that there is intelligence showing the group has a command centre under Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza City. Hamas denies it have bases under hospitals.

Tropical Cyclone Mal is expected to weaken to Category 2 within the next six to nine hours.

In the wake of Tropical Cyclone Mal’s passing, majority of businesses in Lautoka City are closed.

The Fiji Roads Authority has confirmed that some roads in the Central Division are currently closed due to fallen powerlines, trees and flooding.

Acting Director of the Fiji Meteorological Office Bipen Prakash is urging Fijians to remain vigilant for possible flooding due to heavy rain.

The Police Force will continue to work with the National Disaster Management Office and other stakeholders in ensuring everyone’s safety.