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A landmark High Court ruling sparks a high-level briefing among Fiji’s leaders on governance and accountability. With constitutional options on the table, the country’s top offices chart a cautious path forward in the wake of the decision.

A State House meeting between Fiji’s Prime Minister and President focused on constitutional pathways and key national issues sparked by a High Court ruling involving the former FICAC Commissioner. They emphasized upholding the rule of law and pursuing the next steps strictly within the constitutional framework, signaling a united approach to the nation’s challenges.

UN operations in 15 Pacific nations are being kept afloat by a separate funding pool, even as a global budget crunch looms. Behind the reassurance lie fragile finances, looming deadlines, and a critical test for climate resilience, health, and disaster response in the region.

Australia’s Pacific workforce is expanding across essential industries, from meat processing to healthcare. With the PALM scheme growing, the question looms: should long-term guest workers be allowed to settle and train here? Ten policy ideas explore how to balance opportunity for workers with needs of industry, families, and communities.

Fiji’s political drama intensifies as the High Court rules a key anti-corruption chief’s dismissal unlawful, tightening the spotlight on Prime Minister Rabuka. With elections looming and public pressure rising, experts warn the coming weeks could redefine leadership and accountability. The mounting legal and political twists signal a pivotal moment for the government and the nation.

Border tensions flare again as UN peacekeepers halt patrols along the Blue Line after an Israeli operation and a claimed non-toxic chemical release. Dozens of missions were paused for hours as samples were collected for toxicology, underscoring lingering risk to civilians and farms near the frontier. The episode renews calls for calm and closer coordination…

Australia hosts the Rugby World Cup for the first time since 2003, with Hong Kong making a historic debut in a Pool A loaded with powerhouses. The Wallabies open in Perth on October 1, clash with the All Blacks in Sydney on October 9, and wrap up the pool in Brisbane against Chile on October…

While Fiji’s legal appeals unfold, leadership decisions are paused and the spotlight stays on the courts. Cabinet and allied parties stand firmly behind Prime Minister Rabuka, signaling a tense balance between law, politics, and an approaching election year.

Fiji is stepping up its battle against non-communicable diseases with a major international partnership and a substantial grant. The move aims to empower local health workers, expand tele-health services, and bring smarter, digital care closer to communities.

Fiji launches a new Military Chef’s Course, backed by partners from the United Kingdom and New Zealand. The program aims to sharpen culinary skills across the RFMF, boosting troop welfare and readiness, while signaling stronger regional defense ties.

Labasa Airport’s land lease is back in the spotlight as talks with the Nabukarabe clan move toward a development lease. A new, partnership-focused approach to landowners signals a fresh chapter for the project, even as runway upgrades loom.

Adriu Nabose’s journey weaves rugby glory with a surprising pivot toward education. Through a “second chance” program, he swapped sidelines for classrooms, earned solid results, and began shaping a future that could blend sport with architecture.

Screen time and bright daylight can leave your eyes tired and strained. A new kind of eyewear promises relief by filtering blue light and even adapting to changing light conditions. Could this simple switch make long days in front of screens more comfortable?