Country music has lost one of its most recognizable and influential figures. Dolly Parton died Tuesday at age 80 in Nashville, Tennessee, following a brief battle with cancer, according to a statement from her team. For generations of fans, Parton was much more than a country singer. Her career stretched across nearly six decades and established her as a celebrated songwriter, performer, actress and businesswoman. She sold more than 100 million records, earned numerous Grammy Awards and became one of country music’s most enduring stars. News of her death was announced by her nephew, Bryan Seaver, who served as her…
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The case against former Fiji Broadcasting Corporation chief executive officer Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and FBC chief financial officer Vimlesh Sagar has been closed. FICAC Counsel Setefano Komaibaba filed a nolle prosequi this morning in the Suva Magistrates Court, following the prosecution’s inability to summon two of its main witnesses to give evidence during the trial. Sayed-Khaiyum was charged with one count of abuse of office and one count of general dishonesty causing a loss, while Sagar faced one count of general dishonesty causing a loss. The charges relate to alleged legal proceedings and payments involving FBC. Sayed-Khaiyum was accused of initiating…
The proposed $8 living wage is gaining support from members of the public who say hardworking Fijian families are struggling to keep up with the rising cost of living. For workers earning low wages, the proposed increase is being viewed not simply as a pay rise, but as a way to better meet everyday household expenses. Twenty-eight-year-old Security Officer, Josevata Waqa of Bilo Settlement in Veisari, Lami, supports the proposal, saying he believes it is about time workers receive better wages. Shynal Dhrishika of Tamavua-Sakoca also supports the proposed living wage, saying the cost of living has become too high…
Government has moved to resolve the dispute with the tourism industry over the implementation of the five percent Tourism Services Tax, confirming that the tax will only apply to new bookings made from September 1. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation Viliame Gavoka says the decision should bring an end to the ongoing disagreement between Government and the local tourism industry. Gavoka says visitors who have already booked their Fiji holidays will not be affected by the five percent tax. He says the Government wants to support Fiji Airways while also ensuring that visitors who made…
More than 90,000 Fijians are now aged 60 years and over, representing more than one in every 10 people in the country, highlighting the growing importance of ensuring older persons remain included, protected and supported in national development. Fiji is strengthening this work through the National Validation Workshop on its Voluntary National Survey for the Fifth Asia-Pacific Review and Appraisal of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing. The Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Sashi Kiran, said the national report must be evidence-based and reflect the lived experiences of older persons across Fiji. “Our elders are…
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Two more suspects in relation to the viral video yesterday in Nadi are now in Police custody. The viral video which had captured an aggravated robbery involving a taxi driver. The Western Division Taskforce continues to hunt for the 4th suspect whose identity is known to Police. Investigation into the incident continues The post Two suspects in custody in relation to taxi driver robbery appeared first on Fiji One News.
Veteran filmmaker Kuku Kohli has passed away today at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai due to heart related ailments, according to sources. He was the husband of veteran actress Aruna Irani.Kohli had reportedly been undergoing treatment at the Mumbai hospital. Further details about his health condition and the cause of death are awaited.Kuku Kohli, whose real name was Avtar Kohli, was known for directing several Hindi films, including Phool Aur Kaante, Suhaag, Haqeeqat, Anari No. 1 and Yeh Dil Aashiqanaa. He is particularly remembered for Phool Aur Kaante, which marked Ajay Devgn’s debut as a leading actor in 1991.Kohli…