Fiji News
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Rafah Ceasefire Talks Eye Surrender-for-Passage Plan
– Egyptian mediators push a high-stakes idea in Rafah: fighters could surrender their arms in exchange for safe passage and details about a vast tunnel network. With the ceasefire under pressure, talks remain delicately poised. – In Gaza’s Rafah, a potential deal could reshape the ceasefire—weapons surrender in return for safe routes and tunnel disclosures—as…
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Fiji Readies Adoption (Amendment) Bill 2025 to Speed Up Process and Protect Children
Fiji is set to debate a sweeping adoption reform aimed at speeding up processes while strengthening protections for vulnerable children. The bill hints at clearer roles, new guardianship provisions, and greater accountability in decision-making. With hundreds of children awaiting homes, supporters say the changes could bring faster, fairer outcomes for families and kids alike.
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Rare Taiwan-Fiji Meeting Tests Beijing’s One-China Policy
Fiji hosts a rare diplomatic moment as Taiwan’s UN envoy visits, signaling a nuanced shift in Pacific alliances. The talks, set against Beijing’s growing pressure, hint at a delicate balance of interests shaping the region’s future.
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Glenn Close Responds to All’s Fair Backlash With Fatal Attraction Nod
Glenn Close answers the critics with a sly, Fatal Attraction–inspired doodle and a cheeky “critic bunny stew” pot, rallying her All’s Fair co-stars in a playful comeback. With memes, bold camaraderie, and a Kardashian moment adding to the buzz, the Hulu drama keeps fans guessing what’s next.
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UN Security Council Weighs US-Backed Gaza Peace Plan and Multinational Stabilization Force
UN diplomacy intensifies as a US-backed plan for Gaza advances, outlining a two-year stabilisation framework and a possible international security presence. Regional backers are weighing in, while questions about troop makeup and security conditions loom. Amid escalating humanitarian needs, observers watch for a potential shift in the fragile crisis.
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Fiji Airways targets growth with Denarau Island resort project and regional expansion
Fiji Airways is plotting a bold recovery strategy, expanding beyond the skies into hospitality with major investments and a growing workforce. The move signals a wider push to diversify tourism and strengthen regional connectivity in the Pacific.
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Typhoon Kalmaegi Strikes: Philippines and Vietnam Brace for Impact
A powerful typhoon lashes across the Philippines and Vietnam, unleashing floods, fierce winds, and mass evacuations. As rivers rise and communities brace for more storms, responders race to protect lives and livelihoods in the days ahead.
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Fiji Eyes Third-Party Insurance for Sea Travel
Fiji is exploring a new third-party insurance program to cover maritime accident losses, aiming to fill gaps in existing compensation schemes. Nationwide consultations are planned to shape the framework, funding, and timeline, with discussions spanning passengers, crew, and riverboat services.
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Fiji at a Crossroads: World Bank Urges Reforms to Unlock Higher Growth
Fiji’s economy is growing, but experts warn that lasting prosperity will require sweeping reforms. A roadmap highlights smarter investment, higher productivity, and new opportunities for workers—especially women—as the country pursues a more resilient future amid global uncertainties. The big question: can these changes unlock a brighter path for all Fijians?
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Macuata Care Committee Pushes for Inmate Reintegration Across Fiji
Macuata’s Care Committee is launching a community-driven push to support local inmates and boost reintegration, with six months’ advance release notice and coordinated outreach to correctional facilities. The effort, anchored by visits and provincial collaboration, aims to ease transitions for returning residents and strengthen families—a promising step forward in rehabilitation across the province.
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Teen James Overy Earns Socceroos Call-Up Ahead of 2026 World Cup Prep
Manchester United’s 17-year-old James Overy earns a first Socceroos call-up as Tony Popovic leans into a new generation. Fresh faces meet returning stars in a squad aimed at 2026, stirring anticipation for Australia’s next international steps.
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Fiji Expands Cancer Screening with HPV Self-Swab Drive in Rural North
A bold, community-driven push against breast and cervical cancer is unfolding in Fiji. From rural screenings to school outreach and a new HPV self-swab program, the campaign centers on empowering women with knowledge and access—because early detection can change lives and reshape health norms.
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Messi and De Paul Named in Argentina Squad for Angola Friendly as MLS Playoffs Heat Up
Messi and De Paul are back in Argentina’s fold for a November friendly against Angola, even as Inter Miami fights for MLS playoff glory. The squad drop hints at a strategic approach to scheduling, with Dibu Martínez left out. Club duties and country pride collide in a story shaping Argentina’s plans for the window ahead.
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PCU Names Its First Female Pro Chancellor, Heralding a New Era in Pasifika Leadership
History is being written at Pasifika Communities University as Dr. Akanisi Kedrayate becomes the first female Pro Chancellor. Her appointment comes as the university embraces a holistic, community-centered path rooted in Pasifika values, signaling a new era of leadership and opportunity for the region.
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Fiji pushes bolder climate pledges at COP30
With COP30 approaching, Fiji is pushing a bold climate agenda that could reshape Pacific voices at the bargaining table. It warns that current pledges risk dangerous warming and outlines three priorities—tighter emission targets, a new global adaptation framework with funding, and urgent ocean-climate action—while negotiations focus on a loss and damage fund for vulnerable communities.
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Fiji October Crime Statistics Reveal Rising Indictments, ODPP Data
October’s Fiji crime statistics reveal a troubling surge in serious offenses ranging from murder and attempted murder to burglary, arson and drugs. The report also highlights domestic violence and youth involvement, underscoring ongoing safety challenges and the need for sustained community collaboration.
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FNPF Confirms 25% Stake in Fletcher Building Fiji Amid Tourism Recovery
Fresh details outline FNPF’s long-term, governance-driven stake in Fletcher Building Fiji, a move tied to Fiji’s broader growth strategy. With tourism on the rebound and a wide investment portfolio in view, the plan signals a hopeful outlook for the economy.
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Twice Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Electrifying Global Concerts
Twice celebrates a jubilant 10th anniversary with a tour that promises high-energy, dazzling performances. As BTS returns and XG sweeps the globe, the K-pop landscape hints at a bold new era for live music.
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England’s Ashes decider gets a fresh spark as Burgess makes dramatic return
After a decade away from England duty, Joe Burgess is back in the squad for a climactic Ashes finale. The Hull KR winger aims to spark a high-stakes comeback and light up the international stage once more.
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Fiji’s Torika Delai Makes World Cup Refereeing History in Morocco
Torika Delai’s World Cup journey has rewritten the script for Fiji’s referees. The trailblazing official became only the second Fijian woman to officiate a FIFA World Cup event, delivering a powerful message of perseverance and inspiration for the next generation of women in football.
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Fiji Unveils Transparent Exam Rules to Curb Cheating
New safeguards are being put in place to protect the integrity of external exams, with transparent policies covering every step from registration to paper security. As oversight discussions continue, the focus is on fairness, accountability, and renewed trust in the testing process.