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Pranav Sagar Krishna Naidu [middle]. [Supplied] The secondary school rugby season has kicked off with much excitement, and a young player from Bucalevu Secondary School in Taveuni is getting some attention. Pranav Sagar Krishna Naidu, an under-16 player, has been getting a lot of positive feedback after his story was shared on social media. His dad, Pravindra Naidu, says the Year 10 student, Pranav, balances his passion between rugby and soccer and thanks his teachers and coaches at Bucalevu for guiding him. He was born in Labasa but currently lives in Naqara, Taveuni, and demonstrates remarkable versatility in sports.Article continues…

On June 5, JICA President Tanaka Akihiko met with President Surangel S. Whipps, Jr. of the Republic of Palau in Tokyo. At the outset, President Tanaka expressed his appreciation for the cooperation extended to JICA’s activities in Palau. In response, President Whipps expressed gratitude for JICA’s long-standing cooperation and stated his desire to deepen the partnership in the future. Both parties further exchanged views on the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Meeting to be held in Palau this August, as well as industrial promotion that balances the environment and development in the country. Palau President Whipps (right) and JICA President Tanaka…

Artificial intelligence (AI) is often discussed as something that will reshape higher education in the future. But for many students, that future has already arrived. At the University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG), students are already using AI tools to search for information, summarise readings, draft ideas, improve their writing and prepare job applications. This does not mean that AI has transformed learning overnight. Nor does it mean that students are all using it in the same way or always using it well. But it does suggest that AI is no longer outside the university. It is already part of…

[Photo: FIJI GOVERNMENT/ FACEBOOK] The National Archives of Fiji has reaffirmed its commitment to preserving the nation’s documentary heritage, highlighting the important role archives play in safeguarding historical records, accountability and the rights of future generations. Speaking during International Archives Day celebrations, Government Archivist and Director Timoci Balenaivalu said archives are more than collections of old documents and remain essential to preserving Fiji’s history and identity. “It’s the International Archives Day where we celebrate not only the records that we have but the work that archivist conservators in these institutions do, recognising the work that they do.” Balenaivalu also acknowledged…

DAVAO, Philippines (AP) — An offshore earthquake with a magnitude of 7.8 hit the southern Philippines on Monday, killing at least 35 people, injuring more than 200 others mostly in ruined buildings and sending a 1-meter (3-foot) tsunami into nearby coasts. Several mostly low-rise buildings collapsed or sustained heavy damages in the hard-hit city of General Santos. Tsunami damage was reported in at least one southern coastal village. Smaller waves were measured in Indonesia and Palau and as far away as southern Japan. READ MORE: A list of deadly earthquakes in the Philippines, located on the Pacific ‘Ring of Fire’…

Photo: GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP A recent ruling by a French court to drop all charges against pro-independence Kanak leader Christian Téin and 13 others in their alleged role in the May 2024 civil unrest in New Caledonia has triggered a barrage of emotional reactions from across the French Pacific territory’s political chessboard. Last week, a court in Paris said they had based their decision on “insufficient” evidence – amounting to a “no case to answer” – for all of the 14 accused. The Public Prosecution has since appealed the decision, saying “further investigation” was still required. But on the local scene,…

[Photo: MINISTRY OF LANDS AND MINERAL RESOURCES/ FACEBOOK] The long-awaited review of Fiji’s key land legislation has moved a step closer to reform following the handover of the final review reports on the State Lands Act 1945 and the Land Use Act 2010. The reports were presented by the Fiji Law Reform Commission to Acting Attorney-General Siromi Turaga and Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources Filimoni Vosarogo yesterday. Turaga highlighted the importance of reviewing legislation that has been in force for decades, saying the exercise was critical to ensuring Fiji’s legal framework remains relevant, fair and effective. He said reforming…

Published on Jun 09, 2026 11:25 pm IST India has confirmed the safe rescue of all 24 Indian crew members aboard the Palau-flagged vessel MT Marivex after it was targeted and disabled off the coast of Oman. The Ministry of External Affairs said the Indian Embassy in Muscat worked closely with Omani authorities, maritime rescue agencies, and India’s Shipping Ministry to coordinate the operation. Officials praised Oman for its swift response, which ensured the safety of all seafarers. What exactly happened to the vessel, and what does the incident reveal about growing maritime security challenges in the region? Watch the…

Tomasi Cama, seen here in 2017, who has resigned as All Black Sevens coach. Photo: PHOTOSPORT The All Blacks Sevens are on the lookout for a new head coach, with Tomasi Cama stepping away after the end of the current World Series Sevens campaign. Cama, part of the coaching group for the last six years after enjoying a 10-year playing career with the team between 2005 and 2015, believes the timing is right to move on. “I’ve had some incredible opportunities through Sevens and feel privileged to have represented the black jersey both as a player and a coach for…