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[Source: Reuters] Belgium booked its place in the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals after a convincing 4-1 victory over co-hosts the United States in their Round of 16 clash in Seattle. Charles De Ketelaere gave Belgium the perfect start, scoring in the ninth minute before adding his second in the 33rd minute. The Americans pulled one back through Malik Tillman in the 31st minute to briefly level proceedings, but Belgium regained control and never looked back. Hans Vanaken extended Belgium’s advantage in the 57th minute, while Romelu Lukaku sealed the result deep into stoppage time.Article continues after advertisement The win sends…

Members of the Flying Fijians demanded an increase to their payments on top of their current contractual agreements with Fiji Rugby Union (FRU) before their first Nations Championship Test match against Wales, RNZ Pacific has been reliably informed.Although no further details were forthcoming, Fiji Rugby Union board chairman John Sanday said the union took care of the situation and increased player allowances.Sanday is now demanding the team do better than their performance against Wales when they meet England on Sunday morning.The former Flying Fijian, who played at the 1987 Rugby World Cup, spoke from England on Tuesday, saying there is…

Fiji distance runner Yeshnil Karan remains on track for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with Athletics Fiji pleased by his progress following emergency appendicitis surgery in April. Karan underwent surgery on April 4 but has made a strong recovery after completing the mandatory six-week rehabilitation period followed by six weeks of structured training. His latest outing at the Gold Coast Marathon 5km race on Saturday provided further encouragement, with the national representative clocking 15 minutes flat to finish 11th in a quality field. The 24-year-old ran with the lead group for much of the race and covered the opening 3,000…

[Source: File] Fiji Pearls player Kalesi Tawake has been ruled out of the upcoming Netball Fiji Spirit Series in Sydney due to injury. Netball Fiji confirmed today that non-travelling reserve Eseta Waqaira has been called into the squad as Tawake’s replacement. In a statement, Netball Fiji thanked Tawake for her commitment and dedication throughout the team’s preparations, adding that her health and recovery remain the priority. The national body also wished Tawake a full and speedy recovery and expressed hope of seeing her return to the Fiji Pearls lineup soon.Article continues after advertisement Meanwhile, Waqaira has been congratulated on her…

The situation has affected businesses, transport operators, and residents. [Photo: PECELI NAVITICOKO Two fuel trucks arrived on Taveuni this morning, bringing welcome relief to the island after weeks of fuel shortages. The shortage was caused by the suspension of inter-island shipping services, which disrupted the delivery of fuel and other essential supplies. The situation has affected businesses, transport operators, and residents, with many forced to adjust their daily activities due to limited fuel availability. The arrival of the trucks is expected to ease the strain and restore normal supply lines across the island.Article continues after advertisement Source link

TokelauTokelau has a new administrator.Andre van der Walt, a former New Zealand High Commissioner to Kiribati, has been appointed to the role, succeeding Don Higgins.Foreign Minister Winston Peters said van der Walt will oversee New Zealand’s support for Tokelau’s development, namely strengthening resilience to climate change.The administrator is also in charge of service delivery, and supporting the education, health, transport, and renewable energy sectors.Work is ongoing to make Tokelau’s energy profile up to 90 percent renewable by the end of the year.VanuatuA heart-monitoring app has been launched in Vanuatu.The World Health Organisation (WHO) said once trained, community-based providers can use…

FICAC will be calling 15 witnesses in this matter. [Photo: FILE] The Fiji Independent Commission against Corruption has assured the Suva Magistrates Court that they are ready to proceed with the trial involving the former Fijian Broadcasting Corporation Chief Executive and the Chief Financial Officer. Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and Vimlesh Sagar appeared before Magistrate Charles Ratakele. Sayed-Khaiyum is charged with abuse of office for gain and general dishonesty causing a loss. It is alleged that between 2017 and 2024, he pursued five legal cases without board approval, resulting in a loss of $138,813.37.Article continues after advertisement Sagar faces one count of…

[Photo: FILE] The Land Transport Authority is calling for stronger laws to address transport-related issues affecting public health. Chief Executive Irimaia Rokosawa says while they support the overall direction of the proposed Public Health Amendment Bill, several transport-related issues are not adequately covered. Rokosawa says ¤stronger laws are needed to address transport-related public health issues. “There is limited guidance on the regulations and enforcement of noise from vehicles, road traffic or the use of horns. Currently, this is only addressed in the LTA regulations. But we would love to have it incorporated in other acts. So that it carries a…

Palau, US partner to modernize Malakal Port, Harbor Palau, US partner to modernize Malakal Port, Harbor Joint Task Force – Micronesia Date: 10.29.2025 Posted: 10.30.2025 00:06 News ID: 550539 U.S. military and Republic of Palau government representatives hosted a public meeting at Koror State Constitution Hall, Oct. 29, to share information about the Malakal Port and Harbor Improvement Project Environmental Impact Statement. The meeting aimed to inform the public that an EIS is being prepared for the proposed military construction project in Koror State and to solicit…

[Photo: FILE] Economist and academic Professor Wadan Narsey has called for broad electoral and constitutional reform in Fiji. He said the current system does not properly reflect voter choice and weakens accountability in Parliament. In a submission to the Constitution Review Commission, he said the electoral system was the main area needing urgent change. He argued it weakens the link between MPs and their communities while concentrating too much power in party leadership. “I am suggesting in the submission that I have made are just a few areas where the government of the day, through Parliament and a referendum, right,…