Author: TMC Palau
[Source: Reuters] Sir David Beckham, the first English player to win league titles in four countries, was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday, the day the U.S.-hosted portion of the 2026 World Cup kicked off with eight matches set for Los Angeles. Rather than a traditional Hollywood red carpet, the ceremony featured a green soccer-themed pitch carpet to commemorate the occasion. Radio host Ellen K introduced speakers including Tom Cruise and Beckham’s wife, Victoria Beckham. Cruise praised Beckham’s journey, saying it was “a Hollywood story” of hard work, determination and global influence on sport…
The 2025 Multidimensional Child Poverty Report reveals that one in four children in Fiji lacks access to necessities. [Photo: FILE] Thirty-four percent of Fijian children aged five to 11 are engaged in child labour, highlighting the link between poverty, limited access to education, and child exploitation. Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation Manager for Advocacy and Corporate Communication, Gaylene Kamali, says child labour often results from wider social and economic challenges faced by families. She adds that the 2025 Multidimensional Child Poverty Report reveals that one in four children in Fiji lacks access to necessities such as education, healthcare, adequate nutrition,…
Source: Reuters A woman swimmer was seriously injured in a shark attack at a Sydney beach on Saturday, authorities said, in the latest of a spate of shark attacks off Australia’s coast. Emergency services were called to Coogee Beach in the east of Sydney, Australia’s largest city, in the morning on reports that the 35-year-old had been bitten by a large shark about 30 metres (100 feet) from the shore. “The woman was pulled from the water by members of the public who commenced first aid,” police said in a statement, adding that the victim suffered serious arm and leg…
There were moments of fear yesterday in the sea off Porto Pollo, Palau. A catamaran caught fire , and after the alarm was raised, a joint rescue operation by the Coast Guard and the Fire Department was required. A naval vessel and a firefighting helicopter participated in the firefighting operations, coordinated by the Coast Guard. The vessel’s sole occupant was unharmed. The images.© Riproduzione riservata Source link
Investigations into the death continues. [Photo: FILE] Police are investigating the discovery of a body found inside a vehicle parked close to the Pacific Harbour Police Post. Police have confirmed that a man was found motionless in the driver’s seat. The vehicle has been cordoned off as the police team awaits the arrival of the forensics team. An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of the unidentified man is expected to begin soon.Article continues after advertisement Source link
Fa & Company donated $10,000 worth of equipment to the side in Suva yesterday. [Photo: Members of the Mokani Rugby Club and the Eastern Saints have received a timely boost for the 2026 season, after a local law firm donated rugby equipment and jerseys. Fa & Company donated $10,000 worth of equipment to the side in Suva yesterday, reaffirming their partnership with the side for the past four years. Club president Joseph Rodan Snr thanked Fa & Company for their continued support over the past four years, which has played a huge role in building the team into what it…
Despite these challenges, conservation work continues across the Mamanuca region, with the Mamanuca Environment Society focusing on restoring damaged reef systems. [Photo: FILE] Coral diversity in the Mamanuca Group of Islands has declined significantly in recent years. The decline has been attributed to climate change, with rising sea temperatures placing stress on reef ecosystems and limiting coral growth and recovery. This was highlighted by Castaway Island Environments Department Manager, Kolinio Mataiyaga, who says the island once saw over 10 different coloured coral species, and now it can barely find three to four. The World Wide Fund for Nature reports that…
The matter is adjourned to July 3rd. [Photo: FILE] The State has sought time to serve additional disclosures in the alleged kidnapping case of a 20-year-old. Artika Sharma, Ajay Kumar, Ravinal Anand and Sanjay Kumar appeared in the Lautoka High Court yesterday. The four accused were initially charged with acts intended to cause grievous harm. However, following a review of the evidence, the charges were upgraded to attempted murder.Article continues after advertisement It is alleged that on February 25th, the accused persons attempted to murder the 61-year-old man after he intervened to save the 20-year-old woman from being kidnapped. The…
Source: Entertainment Weekly Ariana Grande has said “Bye” to the White House’s immigration policies and hello to a charity that will support those affected. The Wicked: For Good star announced The Brighter Days Ahead Foundation on Friday, one day after she successfully blocked the Trump Administration’s unauthorized use of her music in a TikTok video promoting the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. “I am beyond excited to finally announce the brighter days ahead foundation,” Grande said in a press release. “Our mission is to support, protect, and provide resources for our vulnerable friends in need. Through four different funds, we…
Source: Reuters The United States and Iran signaled on Friday that an agreement to end their war was close, with a senior U.S. administration official saying both sides had agreed on a text and that Washington expects to sign an initial deal in the coming days. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said that while changes in the deal were still possible, the tentative agreement showed his country had emerged stronger from the conflict. “Iran is the winner of the war with the U.S.,” he said on state television. Hours after those remarks, U.S. forces shot down multiple Iranian one-way attack…