From a small Fiji sugarcane farming village to the world stage, Varun Vimlesh Lal’s rise in powerlifting is a story of grit, balance, and big dreams. At 27, he earned four medals at the World Championship, proving that dedication to family, craft, and relentless training can defy the odds.

With Karmichael Hunt at the helm and Valentine Holmes joining the squad, the Cook Islands Aitu are aiming to become giant killers at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup. A pivotal Rarotonga camp and a renewed honoring of their heritage fuel a bold bid to take on rugby league’s heavyweight teams.

Two emerging Pacific and Indigenous leaders journey to Belém to amplify youth voices in global climate action. Their cross-cultural partnership blends Pacific heritage with Indigenous knowledge, forging links between ocean guardians across continents and strengthening community resilience.

An indigenous youth-led effort in Fiji is making waves in ocean conservation, earning high praise at a global showcase. The Naidiri Marine Biodiversity Park blends traditional wisdom with hands-on science to empower communities and protect coral reefs—a hopeful glimpse of sustainable stewardship in action.

Fiji’s Junior Bula Boys marked a historic World Cup debut, showing grit and promise on football’s biggest stage. Their journey has sparked renewed pride at home and a hopeful outlook for the future of Fijian football, with a new generation ready to push even further.

An audacious new cut is brewing for the Pushpa saga, promising to fuse the first film and its sequel into one epic edition. Expect never-before-seen footage and a reimagined storytelling arc that could reshape the Pushpa universe. As filmmakers experiment with bold formats, fans await to see how this cinematic gamble unfolds.

An explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort has sparked a major investigation and a heightened security response. As investigators work to determine what happened, authorities say the incident is still unfolding and the city braces for updates.

Fresh charges have been filed in a Fiji meth trafficking probe, linking two additional shipments to the widening case. As the High Court consolidates the proceedings and enforcement intensifies, the investigation promises more revelations about the network behind the drug trade.

A former Fiji Corrections Service officer says his dismissal was unjust and connected to a racially charged email he reported. The unfolding tribunal raises questions about leadership, governance, and possible conflicts of interest within the service. As calls for accountability grow, the case highlights the ongoing fight for fair, ethical workplaces.