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A new $3 million fund for Fiji’s indigenous landowners aims to back 60 projects, including 40 new ventures, and unlock sustainable, community-driven growth across mataqali and yavusa enterprises. A bold move designed to empower local wealth and governance.

Authorities in Fiji are stepping up their fight against illicit drugs with fresh charges tied to a broader meth trafficking crackdown. The move highlights intensified, coordinated policing efforts aimed at disrupting drug networks and keeping communities safer.

Kris Jenner and Kim Kardashian are suing Ray J in a defamation case sparked by provocative claims about a looming federal investigation. The move signals a high-stakes clash over truth, fame, and the limits of rumor in Hollywood.

New Caledonia makes history with a World Cup qualification, signaling a breakthrough for Pacific women’s football. A tense showdown and a late surge hint at big things to come.

An abrupt nationwide shutdown of internet and mobile data in Afghanistan is shaking daily life and humanitarian efforts amid earthquake fallout, drought, and a growing refugee crisis. With communications severed, flights, money transfers, and families trying to reach loved ones are left in limbo. As international voices urge a restoration, the human cost of the…

Fiji’s education system faces urgent pressures—from teacher shortages and rising student misbehavior to aging school facilities. A sweeping reform push aims to bolster counseling, literacy, and parental involvement to reshape the classroom. Will these plans deliver safer, more effective learning for all students?

FICAC is grappling with a surge in corruption complaints and a growing caseload, testing its ability to deliver justice. With court delays and reform efforts underway, the coming months could reshape accountability in Fiji’s governance.

Rising Labasa kirtan artist Kavya Pillay is set to light up Diwali Dhoom at Damodar City this Saturday. A night of energetic music, colorful festivities, and community celebration awaits.

Fiji’s energy laws are under a comprehensive review, revealing gaps that hinder renewables and private investment. With IRENA support, the findings signal reforms aimed at delivering more affordable, reliable power to communities across the country.

Residents of a Lautoka street say slow police response is fanning fear as crime rises. From alcohol-fueled weekends to alleged assaults, the community is calling for stronger patrols and closer police–community collaboration to restore safety before the festive season.

Fiji’s police reform agenda is gaining urgency as gaps in resources, oversight, and modernization come under scrutiny. Proposals range from drone-enabled evidence and expanded K9 units to stronger whistleblower protections and cybercrime upgrades—all aimed at a more accountable, safer force.

Russia rejects the latest UN move on Iran sanctions, signaling a pivot in how the snapback mechanism is applied. As tensions mount, the dispute could redraw the contours of international diplomacy surrounding Iran’s nuclear program and regional security.

Nine women have died in nine months amid Fiji’s rising crisis of intimate partner violence. A sweeping National Action Plan, supported by government budgets and international partners, hopes to tackle root causes, expand support, and shift community norms.

Former Fiji Attorney-General takes the stand in a high-profile trial, facing allegations tied to a controversial back-pay arrangement. The proceedings spotlight questions of governance, transparency, and the limits of executive decision-making.

Lautoka FC eyes a bold IDC 2025 campaign as Ravinesh Kumar returns to steer the ship. A refreshed squad featuring overseas-based reinforcements hints at a new level of ambition in Group A and a season full of intriguing possibilities.

A high-profile courtroom confrontation raises pressing questions about political influence and police independence in Fiji, as the latest ruling reshapes the debate on accountability.