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Colgate-Palmolive Fiji unveils a three-year partnership with Damodar City Suva and Labasa to revitalize Fiji’s Christmas tree lighting and extend the festive joy to the Northern Division—from 2025 through 2027, with family-friendly activities and festive surprises for all.

Hilary Duff looks back on growing up under the constant glare of cameras and the tabloid storms that followed her teen years. As she gears up for a new musical chapter with the single “Mature,” she shares the growth and resilience that have shaped her journey.

Australia’s looming ban on under-16 social media use is sparking a debate about where online gaming fits in. Experts warn that vague wording could widen the rules in unexpected ways, raising questions about the fate of interactive platforms in a broader safety push.

– 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…

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.