A historic step for player safety as the OFC Pro League becomes the first football league to roll out FIFA’s on-pitch concussion protocol in real time. The new Football-Specific On-Pitch Concussion Assessment Tool is designed to detect head injuries quickly without slowing the game, sparking conversations about how matches could be managed in the future.…

Palau’s Senate President Hokkons Baules faces serious U.S. allegations and a travel ban, while insisting he never took bribes. He calls for clarity and transparency, as questions about governance and accountability in Palau come to the fore.

Savusavu, Fiji gears up to host a pivotal Pacific media gathering focused on bridging information gaps for remote island communities through digital innovation. The Pacific Media Summit 2026 will bring together journalists, editors and peers to explore resilience, press freedom, and inclusive storytelling across the Blue Pacific.

A new funding initiative aims to strengthen Fiji’s navy with enhanced communications and disaster-response capabilities. The move signals deeper security cooperation in the Pacific, tackling transnational crime and safeguarding vital sea lanes. This partnership points to ongoing efforts to keep the region open, stable, and resilient.

An international security partnership promises to upgrade Fiji’s maritime defenses with new communications tech and enhanced disaster response. This move aims to safeguard waters and resources, signaling a major step in Pacific stability and regional cooperation.

Savusavu, Fiji, will host the 8th Pacific Media Summit from September 21–25, 2026, uniting regional journalists, editors, and partners. Under the theme Reaching the Remote: Media and Digital Innovation for a Connected Blue Pacific, delegates will explore digital tools, press freedom, climate storytelling, and inclusive reporting for island communities. Expect insightful panels, hands-on workshops, and…

Cyclone Urmil unleashed heavy rain and floodwaters across Fiji’s Western Division, closing schools and upending daily life in towns like Rakiraki, Ba, and Nadi. Authorities are surveying the damage as communities band together to weather the unsettled weather and look toward recovery.

Teidamu, Lautoka is grappling with recurring floods after heavy rain, blamed on blocked drains and a failing culvert. Residents warn that debris and rising water are already causing damage and are calling for urgent drainage fixes to prevent the next downpour.

Four individuals linked to an alleged Saweni kidnapping appeared in Lautoka court, with the case now moved to the High Court for review. They remain in custody as a March 9 hearing approaches, as the community watches for updates and justice for the victim.

Deadline discipline in constitutional redress takes center stage in a Fiji High Court ruling. A former inmate’s attempt to challenge extended detention was dismissed for late filing, with the court emphasising that other legal avenues remain open. A concise look at why timing matters in rights-based claims.