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Former Russian oligarch and Putin critic charged with murder
A former Russian oligarch and high-profile critic of Vladimir Putin has been charged with a murder, two days after calling for a regime change in Russia. Russian authorities have accused Mikhail...
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Bleak outlook for purse seiners in American Samoa
The President of the American Tuna Boat Association is forecasting a difficult year ahead for purse seiners supplying the two canneries in American Samoa. Brian Hallman, who attended last week’s...
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Taumoepeau already focusing on next fight
Heavyweight boxer Napoleon Taumoepeau is already focusing on his next fight. Despite the latest drama surrounding his cancelled fight with Petero Qica last week, the 38 year old now has his sights on...
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Council calls for consumer vigilance
Consumers are advised to be mindful of purchasing goods and services this festive season. The call comes from the Consumer Council of Fiji as consumers await for the 6 percent Value Added Tax reduction...
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Fiji sevens coach gives team a pass mark
Fiji sevens coach Ben Ryan has given his team a pass mark after the first two rounds of the World Series. The Dubai winners were upset 17-14 by France in the Cup quarter finals in Cape Town, having led...
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Police seek information on murder suspect
The Fiji Police Force is seeking the assistance of the public to help locate 57 year old Anil Dutt who is wanted for questioning in relation to the death of a 47 year old woman in a Suva guest house...
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BAF to inspect farms for NZ export
The Biosecurity Authority of Fiji will conduct a 100% inspection of farms from where selected vegetables are exported to New Zealand. This comes after New Zealand recently lifted the ban on Fiji’s long...
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North Dakota’s oil boom creates ’emerging market’ for Mexico’s cartels
The Mexican drug cartels have extended their reach into North Dakota, a federal law enforcement official told CNN. The official says a number of organized criminals, including the Mexican cartels,...
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Investment in New Caledonia’s Koniambo queried
One of the key investors in New Caledonia says its involvement in the Koniambo nickel plant in the territory’s north is under review. The head of Glencore, Ivan Glasenberg, says the decision by mining...
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America’s 40-year oil export ban may soon be lifted
The U.S. ban on exporting oil may not live to see its 40th birthday. There’s growing momentum to kill the restriction and a deal could be reached before the end of the year as part of a broader...
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Government House gets disability friendly makeover
Government House will be the first official facility to be fitted with a Disability Access Electronic Chair in compliance with the 2013 Constitution. President Jioji Konrote said the $98,000 project...
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PM welcomes COP21 Agreement
Prime Minister, Voreqe Bainimarama has welcome the new climate agreement that has been adopted by World leaders in Paris. After receiving news of the adoption of the Paris Agreement, Bainimarama said...
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Talks on women support services
Discussions on a Domestic Violence Helpline and the establishment of a Service Protocol for Domestic Violence got underway today by key stakeholders. This was the final meeting for the Inter-agency...
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How Donald Trump took the Republican Party by storm
Donald Trump’s political hurricane is no accident. It’s been brewing in the Republican Party for decades. Yes, the wild force tearing through the Republican White House race is a reflection of the...
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Our favorite luxury SUVs of 2015
Luxury SUVs are a rapidly expanding part of the automotive market as buyers seem to have an insatiable appetite for SUVs in all shapes, sizes, capabilities and price ranges. These are just some of the...
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Dissolution of Vanuatu parliament confirmed
The Vanuatu Supreme Court has rejected an opposition bid to overturn the dissolution of parliament. Former members of the opposition and Kenneth Natapei, who was elected but not sworn in, challenged...
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Murder suspect denied bail
A man charged with a murder of a 70 year old in Sakoca has been denied bail. Charles Roneel Bhan is facing one count of murder and one count of robbery. The 29 year old has been further remanded till...
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U-19 Cricketers wrap up World Cup preparations
The Fiji U-19 team to the Cricket World Cup in Bangladesh are on track with their preparations. The team had a warm-up game with the Army Cricket team today to work on areas they still need to improve...
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Fiji FUTSAL side thumped by New Zealand
The Vodafone Fiji Futsal side were thumped 8 nil in the first match of the inaugural Trans-Pacific Cup at ASB Stadium in Auckland. New Zealand enjoyed majority of possession in the opening half but the...
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Roll-Ball to begin campaign tonight
Team Fiji Roll-ball World Cup campaign in Pune, India will begin their campaign tonight. The side left on Sunday and were hosted by the Indian Roll-ball community at the opening ceremony in Pune....
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