Wall Street’s main indices have closed higher, with the Nasdaq leading gains as a steep rally in semiconductor shares helped shift the focus away from the latest Middle East hostilities and tariff battles while investors looked ahead to major technology earnings reports.
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Thirty-one families have received the keys to their new homes at the Housing Authority’s Nepani Sub-Division. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka handed over the keys, describing the occasion as a significant milestone in the Coalition Government’s commitment to expanding access to safe, secure and affordable housing. The Prime Minister said home ownership provides families with security, dignity and stability, while also contributing to Fiji’s long-term social and economic development. He reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to increasing affordable housing opportunities for low- and middle-income earners through the revised First Home Ownership Initiative. Of the 31 beneficiary families, 28 qualified under Category 1…
The Ministry of Education has welcomed the resumption of bus services by Taveuni Buses Pte Limited, following confirmation from the company that operations restarted today, 22 July 2026. Permanent Secretary for Education Navin Raj said the return of bus services is a positive development for students, parents and schools across Taveuni, allowing students to attend classes without further interruption. He said contingency measures put in place by the Ministry helped reduce the impact of the service suspension, with student attendance reaching about 95 per cent today. The Literacy and Numeracy Assessment for Year 5 and Year 7 also went ahead…
The Fiji Sugar Corporation says sugar supplies are expected to improve in the coming weeks as production increases and fresh stocks reach retailers. The corporation said temporary shortages in some supermarkets and retail outlets were caused by an unexpected delay to the start of the 2026 crushing season, which reduced domestic sugar stocks. To manage the limited supply, FSC introduced temporary rationing to ensure sugar remained available across the country and to prevent widespread stockouts. All three FSC sugar mills are now operating, with the Lautoka Mill beginning crushing on 14 July 2026. As production continues, sugar bagging has resumed…
As the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia moves closer, South Africa’s biggest advantage may be the depth of talent available to head coach Rassie Erasmus. The Springboks enter the next World Cup cycle as back-to-back champions, but the challenge of defending their title will demand more than relying on the players who delivered success in 2019 and 2023. Some established internationals have retired, while others have moved overseas. Yet South Africa continues to introduce players who appear capable of stepping into the international environment. For supporters looking ahead to 2027, the emergence of 20-year-old Sharks fly-half Vusi Moyo offers…
The Digicel Fiji Football Association Women’s Super League resumes this weekend with three matches set to be played in Ba and Labasa. League leaders Ba Women Football Club will host Nadi Women Football Club at the Fiji Football Association Academy in Ba on Saturday as they aim to extend their strong run of form. In Labasa, the home side will take on Suva Women Football Club at Bocalevu School Ground on Saturday. The two teams will meet again on Sunday, with Suva hosting the return fixture at the same venue. The post Women’s Super League Set for Weekend Action appeared…
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The Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption has filed a nolle prosequi in the case against suspended Director of Public Prosecutions Christopher Pryde. FICAC informed the Suva Magistrates Court that Pryde had evaded service. The matter was called before Magistrate Yogesh Prasad this morning, where FICAC submitted that attempts to serve Pryde in New Zealand had been unsuccessful and that the failure to do so was beyond the State’s control. Pryde was facing two counts of abuse of office, two counts of causing a loss, and one count of obtaining a financial advantage. A nolle prosequi is a formal notice by…
The Fiji Police Force is participating in the Future of Peacekeeping Conference, bringing together regional and international stakeholders to discuss the future of peacekeeping operations and the protection of civilians. The conference is organised by the Stimson Center in partnership with the Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs, with support from the Australian Department of Defence and Global Affairs Canada. The Stimson Center is a United States-based nonprofit and nonpartisan think tank that focuses on global peace and security issues. Participants include representatives from governments across the region, United Nations officials, regional organisations, peacekeeping training centres and researchers. The Fiji…
A fishing family from Newtown Settlement in Lokia, Rewa, has received a new boat and outboard engine through the Government’s Seafarer Entrepreneurship Assistance (SEA) Programme, giving them the opportunity to grow their fishing business. Minister for Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management, Hon. Mosese Bulitavu, presented the assistance to Mr. Aveneel Chand and his family, recognising their dedication to strengthening their livelihood. For more than three years, Mr. Chand depended on a small wooden boat to provide for his family. The newly provided larger and safer vessel is expected to improve fishing operations, increase catches and boost the family’s…