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[File Photo] The man alleged to have caused the death of a flight attendant in Nadi earlier this year has been released on bail by the Nadi Magistrates Court. Makario Namotu Vilimotama is charged with one count of manslaughter. It is alleged that on 28 March in Nadi, in the Western Division, he engaged in conduct that caused the death of Mary Theresa Lucinta Evans, and that the conduct was reckless as to the risk of causing serious harm. The first phase of disclosures has been served. The matter has been transferred to the Lautoka High Court. The defence made…
[Source: AAP News] Dozens of people have rallied to remember a 19-year-old woman whose body was found in a rubbish dump, amid calls for the government to intervene after charges were dropped against her alleged killer. Isla Bell’s body was located at a Dandenong tip in Melbourne’s southeast in November 2024, six weeks after she was reported missing by her family. Police originally charged Marat Ganiev, 55, with her murder, claiming he killed the teen in the early hours of October 7, 2024, before hiding her body in a fridge. Isla Bell [Source: AAP News] The charge was downgraded to…
The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua went down fighting 50-35 against the NSW Waratahs in their last home game of the 2026 Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific season. The Drua tried to make a late comeback in the second half, but the Waratahs held their ground to claim the bonus point win. The Waratahs raced to an early 19-0 lead in the first 20 minutes of the game through tries from winger Harry Potter, hooker Ioane Moananu, and fullback Max Jogernsen, before Mesake Doge scored the Drua’s first converted try in the 23rd minute to trail 19-7. The visitors then…
Labasa FC produced a dominant performance this afternoon, thrashing Suva FC 10-1 at the Fiji Football Academy in the Women’s Super League. Head coach Roneel Ram said the emphatic victory was a reflection of the team’s hard work and preparation in the lead-up to the competition. He praised the players for their outstanding performance and thanked them for making the district proud with their efforts on the field. Despite the convincing win, Ram admitted there are still areas the side needs to improve on ahead of their next outing.Article continues after advertisement Labasa will now turn their attention to a…
The McDonald’s Fijian Drua Women side was held to a 27-all draw by the NSW Waratahs Women in their warm up match at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva this afternoon. The visitors scored the first points of the match through an unconverted try for a 5-0 lead before the Drua replied with an unconverted try to second five eighth, Josifini Neihamu to level the score at 5-all after 17 minutes of play. The Waratahs regained the lead, 2 minutes later with an unconverted try. Michellae Stolz scored a converted try in the 23rd minute to give the home side…
The 2026 Girmit Open has teed off at the Fiji Golf Club with added significance this year, as the tournament also serves as the official Pacific Games trials for Fiji’s golf team. Elite golfers from around the country are competing not only for the Girmit Open title, but also for a chance to represent Fiji on the international stage. Major sponsor Extra Supermarket says it is proud to continue supporting the tournament, which it says brings together sport, community and national pride. “We truly value being part of this tournament and supporting an event that continues to bring people together…
Overview: Rising fuel costs tied to global conflict and shipping disruptions are set to hit consumers across Guam, the CNMI and Micronesia, as Triple B Forwarders announces new fuel surcharge increases beginning in June and July. The company says the hikes are being passed directly from carriers amid soaring oil prices linked to the Strait of Hormuz crisis and instability in the Middle East. HAGATNA, 13 MAY 206 (PACIFIC ISLAND TIMES) — Consumer prices in Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands are expected to surge amid soaring shipping costs and freight charges due to supply chain disruptions. Triple B Forwarders…
[PHOTO: NETBALL FIJI] The countdown is officially underway as Fiji prepares to host Tonga in the Men’s Invitational Series 2026 at Vodafone Arena in Suva next week. Fiji and Tonga are set for an exciting three-day showdown as both nations continue to strengthen their men’s netball programs and build toward greater international opportunities. The series is expected to highlight the growing standard and competitiveness of men’s netball across the Pacific region. The Invitational Series provides an important platform for the development of the sport, creating valuable opportunities for athletes, strengthening regional ties, and supporting the continued growth of men’s netball…
[Photo: FILE] Rewa FC will be looking to redeem themselves tomorrow when they face Ba in round nine of the Extra Premier League competition. Coach Priyant Manu knows they are in for a grueling clash against the men in black, but adds that they are ready to right past wrongs. Trailing in fourth place with four wins, one draw, and three losses, tomorrow’s clash will be their last chance to improve their standings before the Fiji FACT competition gets underway. “We know it’s going to be a tough game, but the boys have been working hard in training, and they…
Director Koji Fukada [Source: Reuters] Using artificial intelligence to “jump straight to the result” could mean art fails to achieve its purposes of self-expression and to deepen our understanding of the world, Japanese filmmaker Koji Fukada said at the Cannes Film Festival on Thursday. He said his new drama, “Nagi Notes,” set in rural Japan, which he is premiering at the festival, reflects on the human process of creating a sculpture. “When AI is used to create an artwork or produce a video, you effectively skip over the process and jump straight to the result, and in doing so, we,…