The Judicial Services Commission has expressed deep disappointment over recent comments made by the Leader of the Opposition, Inia Seruiratu, calling them “uninformed” and a potential interference in ongoing court proceedings.

Several activities are being held around the country in the lead-up to the Fiji Day celebrations on Friday.

A two-day Bill Review Seminar is underway in Lami, bringing together Fijian Members of Parliament and staff to strengthen the country’s lawmaking process.

In the Western Division, a powerful transformation is taking place not through lectures or punishments, but through seeds, soil, and second chances.

The historic Fiji Truth and Reconciliation Commission held its first-ever public hearing today in Suva this morning.

Acting Principal Medical Officer at St. Giles Hospital, Dr. Sheetal Singh, says public participation in consultations on the review of Fiji’s Mental Health Act 2010 has been low so far, and there is a need to shift how people view mental health.

The Fiji Sugar Corporation has strongly rejected claims by National Farmers Union General Secretary Mahendra Pal Chaudhry that toxic, unprocessed cane juice was released into the Ba River after last month’s fire at the Rarawai Mill.

The Korean Embassy in Fiji says it is committed to supporting Fiji in the fight against climate change.

With Fiji set to mark its 55th Independence Day on Friday, the Fiji Day spirit is already in full swing at the Namaka Market in Nadi.

Former Supervisor of Elections, Mohamed Saneem, has denied allegations made against him as he took the stand today facing a charge of receiving corrupt benefit.

A mother stepped in to save her son from a jail term in the Suva Magistrates Court this morning.

The Acting Commissioner of the Fiji Corrections Service, Sevuloni Naucukidi, has been granted bail after appearing in the Suva Magistrates Court this afternoon.