The Vodafone Fijiana XV has been named to take on Japan tonight, with kick-off scheduled for 8pm Fiji time. Karalaini Naisewa and Keleni Marawa will start in the front row at loosehead prop and hooker respectively, alongside Tiana Robanakadavu at tighthead prop. Merewairita Neivoha moves into the openside flanker role, having previously featured in the position against South Africa, while Ivamere Rokowati will start at fullback. Captain Kolora Lomani will lead the side, with vice-captain Alfreda Fisher starting at number eight. The midfield partnership of Josivini Neihamu and Ruth Raketekete will look to control the centre, with Aqela Raitubu and…
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Strong winds are expected to affect parts of the country, with the public urged to remain cautious as weather conditions deteriorate. People living in affected areas are advised to take necessary precautions and secure loose items around their homes. The public is also encouraged to monitor the latest weather updates and advisories issued by the Fiji Meteorological Service. The post Strong Winds Expected in Parts of Fiji appeared first on Fiji One News.
Fiji and the United Arab Emirates are looking to expand cooperation in education, with discussions covering school development, scholarships, teacher training, technology and inclusive education. The areas of potential collaboration were discussed when Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro met with UAE Minister of State Dr. Noura Bint Mohammed Al Kaabi in Suva today. Radrodro welcomed the UAE delegation and acknowledged the longstanding relationship between the two countries, while also recognising the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the UAE. The Minister thanked the UAE for its continued support towards Fiji’s education sector,…
Sundeep Roy has been elected unopposed as the new Vice President South of the Fiji Football Association. Roy was confirmed in the position during the 88th Fiji FA Ordinary Congress held at Xavier College in Ba today. He currently serves as the President of the Tailevu Naitasiri Football Association and will now take up the Vice President South role within the national football governing body. His election was uncontested, with Roy securing the position without opposition. The post Roy Elected Fiji FA Vice President South appeared first on Fiji One News.
The Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre (FWCC) has renewed its call for two footballers facing serious rape and sexual assault charges to be temporarily stood down while their cases are before the courts. The Centre raised the issue after learning that the players from Rewa and Nadi have been named in their respective squads for the upcoming Battle of the Giants tournament. FWCC had previously called for the players to be stood down in a statement issued on August 21, saying clubs and the Fiji Football Association should take the step until the legal proceedings are concluded. However, the Centre says…
Chalmers in trust backdownLabor has backed away from a steep tax penalty on so-called bucket companies used by discretionary trusts, making changes to its May budget proposal that also preserve a popular form of income splitting. The Fin
Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff have reportedly submitted their responses to the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) over the ongoing controversy surrounding their association with a Vimal advertisement. Shah Rukh Khan, who was also served a show cause notice in the matter, is reportedly yet to respond to the regulator.According to a report published by CNN, the Maharashtra FDA has received replies from Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff. The report, however, stated that further details regarding the responses have not been disclosed, with the matter being subject to legal considerations.The controversy concerns a Vimal advertisement featuring Ajay Devgn, Shah…
Karan Johar means business, as the filmmaker is developing a vast slate for 2027 and 2028. According to reliable sources, Karan Johar is all set to bring the divine story of Radha Krishna on the big screen. “This is among the biggest films in the making at Dharma Productions. Radha Krishna is designed as a tentpole divine epic, and the casting will be revealed shortly. The film will be directed by Sachin Ravi, best known for Avane Srimannarayana, a Kannada film with Rakshit Shetty in the lead,” a source shared with Bollywood Hungama.We hear that the film is in advanced…
Writer-producer Kanika Dhillon has opened up about the plagiarism and idea-theft allegations surrounding her upcoming Netflix film Gandhari, starring Taapsee Pannu and Ishwak Singh. Addressing the controversy during the film’s promotions, Dhillon told Bollywood Hungama that she is concerned about the growing trend of people making claims on social media and the impact such allegations can have on writers and their work.Kanika Dhillon said she is particularly worried that such allegations are increasingly becoming a trend, especially when films receive significant attention. She also pointed out that her long career and volume of work could potentially make her more vulnerable…
Chris Minns meets Sunny Deol.