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New harvester to be deployed to support Ba’s hilly farmers
The Fiji Times
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July 10, 2025
A hilly terrain mechanical harvester will soon be put into service in Nabou, Ba. Minister for Sugar Charan Jeath Singh said this reaffirms the Coalition Government’s dedication to tackling the challenges faced by farmers on hilly and uneven...
Combination of pace and power this weekend, says Byrne
FBC News
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July 10, 2025
Fans had been calling for Sireli Maqala to start after his electric impact off the bench in last week’s clash with Australia and now he’s set to light up the field from kickoff against Scotland. The dynamic Top 14 star will partner with powerhouse...
Prasad calls for fair prices, Industry care
FBC News
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July 10, 2025
[File Photo] Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad has reiterated the government’s commitment to striking a balance between protecting local industries and ensuring affordable prices for Fijian consumers. Speaking at...
What it’s like staying at the Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva
The New Zealand Herald
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July 11, 2025
Rooms: With 103 guest rooms and 10 heritage suites, the Grand Pacific Hotel has something for everyone. The luxurious Heritage suite has a large lounge area with a couch, two seats, a large flat-screen TV, Nespresso coffee machine, an old-school...
TSLS Chief Executive Dr Hasmukh Lal to step down, enter private sector
The Fiji Times
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July 10, 2025
The Board of the Tertiary Scholarships and Loans Service (TSLS) has announced that Dr Hasmukh Lal, Chief Executive Officer, will conclude his tenure with the organization on Monday, July 14, 2025. He had resigned on May 1. The Board expressed its...
Made in Chelsea star hit by fresh setback after bid to crack America ends in sudden failure... amid criticism for ditching dog because of 'busy' schedule: RICHARD EDEN'S DIARY
Daily Mail
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July 11, 2025
His restless romantic adventures earned him a ‘bad boy’ reputation on Made In Chelsea, but Miles Nazaire’s American dream has, I hear, turned into a nightmare. Nazaire, 29, who has also appeared on Dancing On Ice, had been lined up to compete in...
Talanoa: Fiji film wins gold
TP+
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July 4, 2025
John Pulu | Presenter/ Reporter/Director “Nothing is Impossible: The Primanavia Story” is a short film that follows the journey of Fijian choir Primanavia, who came together in a matter of weeks to compete at the World Choir Games — often...
Sorovakarua’s journey of grit gets her Fiji Kulas debut
FBC News
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July 4, 2025
Akanisi Sorovakula [middle] [Source: Fiji Football/Facebook] 20-year-old US-based defender Akanisi Sorovakarua’s football career is a story of grit, forged through personal hardship and nurtured by the steadfast backing of her community and...
Salesi Rayasi debuts for Fiji at fullback against the Wallabies
RNZ
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July 4, 2025
Former New Zealand sevens rep Salesi Rayasi trains with the Flying Fijians in Sydney this week, ahead of Sunday's Test against the Wallabies. He has been named to debut for the Fijians at fullback. Photo: Supplied / Fiji Rugby Union Former New...
21st Iteration of Pacific Partnership Prepares for Indo-Pacific Mission Aboard USS Pearl Harbor
DVIDS - Georgia
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July 11, 2025
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, HAWAII, UNITED STATES 07.09.2025 JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii – Pacific Partnership 2025 (PP-25) officially kicks off with the arrival of the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52)...
Developing Countries Decry "Problematic" Loss And Damage Finance Gap As Global “Fill The Fund” Campaign Launched
Scoop
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July 10, 2025 Developing country representatives on the Board of the UN’s Fund for responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD) have issued a critical joint statement expressing concerns over the scale and status of resources, noting that a lack of...
Trump to use presidential authority to send weapons to Ukraine
FBC News
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July 10, 2025
[Source: Reuters] President Donald Trump for the first time since returning to office will send weapons to Kyiv under a presidential power frequently used by his predecessor, two sources familiar with the decision said on Thursday, a move...
Google, Texas clash over upcoming digital advertising antitrust trial
FBC News
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July 10, 2025
[Source: Reuters] Alphabet’s Google (GOOGL.O), opens new tab is sparring with Texas and other states over the contours of an upcoming trial that could expose the technology giant to more than $100 billion in penalties over its alleged dominance in...
The Rainbow Warrior bombing 40 years on: re-energising for global peace
Talanoa 'O Tonga
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July 10, 2025
The bombing of the Rainbow Warrior on 10 July 1985, with the death of Greenpeace photographer Fernando Pereira, was a terrible tragedy. But a greater tragedy is the horrendous legacy of Pacific nuclear testing for the people of Rongelap, the...
Jackio O’s ‘stalker’ David Gourlay arrested with weapon after allegedly harassing KIIS radio star in Sydney
Seven News
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July 11, 2025
A man has been charged with stalking media personality Jackie O Henderson after being arrested in Sydney’s eastern suburbs. Officers arrested 38-year-old David Gourlay in Clovelly shortly before 10.30am last Thursday, a day after reports emerged...
We have respectfully reaffirmed our historic ties with the people of Lau – Prof. Prasad
Fijivillage
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad says he was deeply honoured to attend the installation of Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba Mara as Tui Nayau and Tui Lau. Professor Prasad says the National Federation Party has a proud...
Woman charged with sharing explicit photos
FBC News
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July 10, 2025
[File photo] A woman will be produced at the Suva Magistrates Court charged with one count of Traffic in Obscene Publication: Contrary to Section 377 (1) (a)(b) of the Crimes Act 2009. The accused allegedly extracted explicit photos of the...
Lau Provincial Council convenes with historic ceremony
FBC News
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July 10, 2025
[Lau Provincial Council] The Lau Provincial Council is meeting today, marking a significant occasion for the islands of Lau. Key topics on the agenda include education, freight services, drug-related concerns, and development initiatives across...
Tudravu interdict three officers
FBC News
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July 10, 2025
[file photo] Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu has directed that three police officers be interdicted. The three are charged for the alleged assault of a 32-year-old man outside a shopping complex in Navua. The alleged incident took place in...
'Love Island' watch parties are taking over and put sporting events to shame, bars say: It's 'a whole different animal'
CNBC
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July 10, 2025
A hot new bombshell has entered the villa: "Love Island USA" watch parties are shaking up bar scenes across the country. For those unfamiliar: The reality dating series, now in its seventh season for U.S. contestants, follows a group of...