World

Central African bloc lifts Gabon sanctions

The Economic Community of Central African States agreed to lift sanctions on Gabon on Saturday and reintegrate it into the regional bloc, six months after suspending its membership in response to a coup that ousted President Ali Bongo.

March 11, 2024 8:16 am
 

World

Ukraine minister, responding to Pope Francis, says Kyiv will never raise white flag

Ukraine’s foreign minister, responding to Pope Francis’s call to show “the courage of the white flag” and negotiate an end to the war with Russia, said on Sunday that Kyiv would never capitulate and told the Vatican to pay special heed to its role in World War Two.

March 11, 2024 7:51 am
 

World

US military airlifts embassy personnel from Haiti

The U.S. military said on Sunday it has carried out an operation in Haiti to airlift non-essential embassy personnel from the country and added U.S. forces bolster embassy security, as Caribbean nation reels under a state of emergency.

March 11, 2024 7:34 am
 

News

Association calls for mandatory drug testing

The Fiji Minibus Association is requesting the Land Transport Authority to introduce a drug test at all their LTA Snap Checkpoints.

March 11, 2024 6:53 am
 

News

Drug raid continues, suspects arrested

A series of successful drug raids across Fiji last week resulted in the seizure of suspected marijuana and methamphetamine, along with the arrest of a few individuals.

March 11, 2024 6:50 am
 

Business

Critical issues surface as NDP consultations near conclusion

As nationwide consultations for the new National Development Plan nears conclusion, a multitude of critical issues have been brought to light by Fijians.

March 11, 2024 6:44 am
 

Rugby

Drua prepares for Chiefs clash

The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua starts gearing up today for round four of Super Rugby Pacific against the Chiefs this weekend.

March 11, 2024 6:38 am
 

News

Chiefs urged to make sound decisions

There is a pressing need for paramount chiefs across Fiji to demonstrate sound leadership, particularly in light of the various issues currently affecting Fijians, which include drug abuse, violence against women and girls, the impacts of climate change, and other criminal concerns.

March 11, 2024 6:37 am
 

Rugby

Fuli stays on: Mazey

Fiji Rugby Union Interim Chair Peter Mazey says that they’re bringing in experts to address the areas where the Fiji Airways women’s team needs improvement.

March 11, 2024 6:24 am
 

Business

Investment and reforms need to be prioritized

The World Bank is calling on Pacific island nations, including Fiji, to prioritize investment and structural reforms to unlock their long-term economic potential.

March 11, 2024 6:23 am
 

Football

Wrong mind-set caused the loss: Khan

Flick Suva FC President Intiaz Khan expresses disappointment in his team after their 2-1 round four loss against Tailevu-Naitasiri yesterday.

March 11, 2024 6:16 am
 

Health

FNU dental team raises awareness about oral health

The Fiji National University’s dental clinics have offered dental services at no cost to Fijians.

March 11, 2024 6:15 am

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