- Spotify Sees 250% Jump in Holiday Music as Christmas Cheer Arrives Early
Festive tunes are filling the airwaves earlier than ever as the holiday season kicks into high gear. A beloved Christmas anthem is leading the charge while stores glow with twinkling decor and around-the-clock playlists set the mood. But a lively debate looms: is it too soon to celebrate before Thanksgiving, or is the season arriving on its own terms?
- Fiji Ports Pushes Reforms to Speed Vessel Boarding and Strengthen Quarantine Oversight
Calls for sweeping reforms in Fiji’s port operations are gathering pace, with advocates pushing for unified boarding practices and stronger oversight of quarantine officers. The goal: cut delays, boost efficiency, and raise safety across ports by harmonizing regulations and creating a national register of trained officers. The push signals a bold move toward a more streamlined, internationally competitive maritime sector in the Pacific.
- Acting Fiji PM condemns attack on civil servants in Cakaudrove, vows tough action
Acting Prime Minister Filimoni Vosarogo condemns an attack on civil servants in Vusasivo and vows strong, accountable action. With nurses, doctors, and teachers on the frontline, the government pledges heightened safety measures to protect those delivering essential services. This marks a new push to safeguard public workers and restore community trust.
- Fiji’s Bus E-Ticketing Takes a Big Leap Forward
Fiji is moving forward with a major upgrade to its bus e-ticketing system, backed by renewed governance and ongoing assessments. Expect smarter features on the way—mobile payments, QR options, and expanded top-up choices designed to make daily commutes smoother for riders.
- Fiji executive released on bail after cocaine shipment from Brazil
A shipment described as a “smoke machine” concealed 640 grams of cocaine, shocking the Fiji border. A staged delivery and a high-profile arrest leave a 40-year-old GM facing strict bail as the case heads toward a January 2026 plea.
