LBJ officials questioned about subsidy, ARPA projects, doctors

When Fiscal Year 2025 ended on September 30, the LBJ Hospital had not received a single penny of subsidy funding from ASG. $2 million was approved in the FY2025 budget for the LBJ subsidy. In addition there was $300,000 unpaid from the FY2024...

Employers Federation: Bill fast-tracked to meet personal and union ambitions

The Fiji Employers Federation has expressed concern that the proposed amendments to the Employment Relations Act 2007 were rushed through without adequate consultation, suggesting the process may have been influenced by “personal and union...

Chile, UK and Madagascar Join Global Effort to Put the Ocean at the Center of National Climate Plans

Recently, at a ministerial-level New York City Climate Week event, Chile and the UK committed to the Blue NDC Challenge, underscoring both the economic and environmental value of protecting the ocean. The initiative urges coastal nations to...

NFA focuses on coastal fisheries development

THE National Fisheries Authority (NFA) has reaffirmed the renewed focus on developing and commercialising its coastal and in-shore fisheries. NFA managing director Justin Ilakini said during the Overseas Fishery Cooperation Foundation of Japan...

Jeff Probst Talks Snake Bite Incident and New Survivor Book

The On Fire podcast is back for Survivor 49, with Survivor host Jeff Probst, producer Jeff Wolfe, and Survivor: Cambodia winner Jeremy Collins. In the latest episode, the trio discusses the snake-biting incident, the role of the medical team in...

Discipline off the field builds performance on it – Sotutu

Discipline, commitment, honesty, integrity and punctuality are key off-field traits that shape players into better rugby players on the field. This was highlighted by Swire Shipping Fijian Drua’s Strength and Conditioning Coach, Eroni Sotutu who...

ENVIRONMENT | Getting dirty to save the future

BEING a large ocean state, Fiji needs to safeguard the health of its coastal ecosystem. A way it can support its costal ecosystem is by planting more mangroves. Mangrove is known to act as a natural barrier against coastal erosion, strong waves...

How Is XRP Helping New Zealanders Access Faster International Payments?

New Zealand sits at the edge of the world, which sounds romantic until you need to send money anywhere. Traditional banks have gotten better at international transfers, major routes clear in 1-2 days, but they still hit you with high fees,...

WB lifts Cambodia’s 2025 growth forecast to 4.8%

WB lifts Cambodia’s 2025 growth forecast to 4.8% Cambodia’s economy remains strong despite global headwinds, with steady growth expected over the coming years, underpinned by sound government policies, export diversification and a firm commitment...

Survivor 49: Dream Tribe Swaps

The Survivor 49 Kele tribe had a historically rough start to the season. They lost the first five challenges, which left them without flint, survival supplies, and safety. Their hunger was evident to viewers who witnessed them forget names,...

First IDC win for Rewa players and officials

The 2025 FMF Inter District Championship win yesterday at 4R Stadium Govind Park Ba by Stratum Construction Rewa was the first for all its players and officials. Rewa defeated RC Manubhai Ba 1-nil in the final. The Delta Tigers, last won the IDC...

Tech View: AI could offer limited help to DIY investor, says expert

COURTESY PHOTO Rob Kay J.R. Robinson Everywhere we turn these days, we’re told that artificial intelligence will transform our lives. Nowhere is that promise more alluring than in the world of personal finance. Can tools like ChatGPT really help...

Nadi pilot project to introduce modern planting techniques

Source: Fiji Government Investment Fiji chief executive officer Kamal Chetty today announced a landmark agriculture initiative by Sri Lankan firm, Aitken Spence Plantation Managements PLC. “Aitken Spence Plantation Managements PLC investment is a...

UAE's oldest museum to reopen following redevelopment

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has announced that Al Ain Museum will reopen on October 24 following extensive redevelopment. Established in 1969 by UAE Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Al Ain Museum...

Letters to the Editor | October 15, 2025

Seating arrangements – DEPESH RAMANLAL VARADOLI, BA I AM writing to formally express my concern and disappointment regarding the seating arrangements and crowd management during the last two days of the IDC soccer tournament held in Ba. The...

30 airlines and airports nominated for FTE APAC Pioneer Awards 2025 – winners to be announced at APEX FTE Asia Expo

Share on LinkedInLinkedIn Share on TwitterTwitter Share on FacebookFacebook Share on RedditReddit Share on FlipboardFlipboard Share on TumblrTumblr Share via EmailGmail Share on WhatsAppWhatsApp The shortlists for the FTE APAC Pioneer Awards 2025...

Nine Upfronts: 2026 Olympics leads a slate filled with defining Australian moments, sharks, and outback murder highways

Share Tweet Share Email The Olympics were front and center at Nine’s pitch to advertisers and media today with the 2026 Nine Upfronts. Nine confirmed its full hosting and commentary lineup for the sporting event, while unveiling its roster of new...

Farmers learn modern rice technique

[Source: Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways Fiji/ Facebook] Forty farmers from Ra Province attended an intensive training exercise in dry land rice cultivation at Nanukuloa Agriculture Station, Rakiraki, this week. The program aims to increase...

Letters to the Editor | October 12, 2025

Ban of Tassa – RONALD PRATAP VATULAULAU, BA IT’S about time Fiji FA ban the use of Tassa during major tournaments because it’s a complete nuisance which affects players on the field and spectators watching. Football drug tests – AMINISITAI TORA...

Rewa hopes to end 15 years of IDC drought

Tevita Waranivalu [right] [Source: Fiji Football/Facebook] The most consistent football side in Fiji this year, Stratum Construction Rewa, will make their third successive tournament final today where they’ll play RC Manubhai Ba in the FMF Inter...