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Scaling system removal blamed for decline in graduates' quality

The removal of the scaling system and the decision to allow students to advance to the next class regardless of their performance are blamed for the declining quality of graduates.

May 2, 2024 4:52 pm

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Water disruptions expected in Suva-Nasinu corridor

Residents in a number of areas in the Suva Nasinu corridor will face water disruptions from this evening.

May 2, 2024 4:51 pm

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Sokotukivei thanks family

The Senior Boys shot put winner, Sakiusa Sokotukivei, has dedicated his gold medal to his family in Tailevu.

May 2, 2024 4:45 pm

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Put your phones down: PS

The Education Ministry is today challenging all principals to lead by example and put their phones down to engage and interact in schools.

May 2, 2024 4:45 pm

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MGM continues to lead Girls Medal tally

Mahatma Gandi Memorial School maintains its lead in the girls division on Day One of the 2024 Coca Cola Games underway at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva.

May 2, 2024 4:45 pm

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FCS spends thousands to clear backlog surgeries

The Fiji Cancer Society has to fork out $580 per surgery for a cancer patient, and they have to pay for an average of five operations in a month.

May 2, 2024 4:39 pm

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Columbia University community 'shattered' after police raid

Police and private security throng every entrance but one. Steel barriers line the streets. Students pack up belongings in their cars and leave for home – classes are cancelled, and exam plans are up in the air.

May 2, 2024 4:33 pm

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Prasad applauds ADB’s capital reforms

Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad has lauded the Asian Development Bank for their recent capital management reforms, unlocking $100 billion for the next decade.

May 2, 2024 4:15 pm

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Woman remanded in custody for alleged theft

The 24-year-old woman charged with 91 counts of theft has been remanded in custody by the Suva Magistrates Court today.

May 2, 2024 4:00 pm

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Manahel al-Otaibi: Saudi women's rights activist jailed for 11 years

May 2, 2024 4:00 pm

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Blinken says 'time is now' for Israel-Hamas deal in Gaza

US Secretary of state Antony Blinken has told Israel and Hamas that “the time is now” for a deal to bring about a ceasefire in Gaza and free the remaining hostages held there.

May 2, 2024 3:05 pm

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PM arrives for COC meeting

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has arrived at the Suvavou House in Suva for the Constitutional Officers Commission meeting.

May 2, 2024 2:57 pm