German Embassy hosts evening of classical music
“MUSIC is more than entertainment; it is a bridge that connects hearts, cultures, and communities,” said German Ambassador Dr Andreas Prothmann as guests were welcomed to an evening of classical
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The lens turns inwards: Photographer shares diabetes journey
PASSIONATE about his work, Leon Lord, a photojournalist, enjoys travelling with his camera, capturing moments that tell meaningful
Mataks FC wins OFC Futsal after penalty shootout
IT took extra time and penalty kicks for Mataks FC to down the unbeaten Waikato Rapids in the OFC Futsal Men’s Champions League in
AS PTT beat Southern Legions FC to take OFC third spot
SOUTHERN Legions FC and AS PTT had went into the play-offs of the OFC Futsal Championship evenly matched.
Suva FC edge Gulf Komara to escape wooden spoon finish
HOSTS Suva FC avoided a last place finish in the OFC Futsal Men’s Champions League with a win against Gulf Komara FC. Gulf Komara attacked early, with Ezekiel Vela knocking in the first goal of the match followed by
Unbeaten Waikato Rapids breeze through Suva FC
WAIKATO Rapids remains the only unbeaten team in the OFC Futsal Championship and have qualified for the top two final on Sunday after beating hosts Suva
Gulf Komara crashes out of finals
GULF Komara crashed out of contention in the OFC Men’s Futsal Champions League at the hands of Noumea’s AS
Silent health emergency looms as Fijian lifestyles change
RISING diabetes rates in Fiji have sparked and urgent public health initiatives as experts emphasise the critical link between diet, lifestyle, and insulin
Mataks FC tame strong Southern Legions FC to secure final top 2 spot
THE Melanesian clash between Mataks FC and Southern Legions FC was the most anticipated match of the day with the winner guaranteed a top two spot in the OFC Futsal
Vanuatu eyes deeper cultural ties after IPACS 2025
VANUATU’s participation in the Indonesia–Pacific Cultural Synergy 2025 has reinforced its commitment to cultural diplomacy, sustainable development, and creative industry
PNG advocates for cultural preservation and tourism growth
PAPUA New Guinea’s Minister for Tourism, Belden Namah, says the country’s unparalleled cultural diversity and rich traditions hold immense potential to drive economic growth, create jobs, and strengthen regional
Pacific CSOs hold regional line at COP
WITH numerous governments, donors, faith groups, and civil society, COP—the annual global climate talks—can be hard to
Samoa PM’s lays heavy hand on local media
MEDIA freedom in the Pacific is once again under the spotlight – this time in
Southern Legions FC’s big shooting spree against Gulf Komara FC
A GOAL-FILLED all-Melanesian clash saw Southern Legions FC face Gulf Komara FC on Day Four of the OFC Futsal Men’s Champions
Mataks FC topples Suva FC to keep final’s hope alive
HOSTS Suva FC were stopped in their tracks by Mataks FC from Solomon Islands in a make or break match in the OFC Futsal
New cultural vision for the Pacific
INDONESIA and several Pacific islands agreed to deepen cultural cooperation and strengthen climate resilience under a framework endorsed at the Indonesia–Pacific Cultural Synergy 2025 (IPACS) meeting in
Solomon Islands sees potential for creative economy
FOR the Solomon Islands, the Indonesia–Pacific Cultural Synergy (IPACS) 2025 was more than a forum—it was an inspiring convergence of culture, creativity, and regional
Fiji calls for cultural cooperation and cautious progress
THE Indonesia–Pacific Cultural Synergy (IPACS) 2025 has deepened regional collaboration in culture, education, and the creative industries, while Fiji will carefully review any new commitments arising from the
Waikato Rapids maintain perfect win record, beating AS PTT
IN-FORM Waikato Rapids continued their winning streak at the OFC Futsal Men’s Champions League, defeating defending champions AS PTT of Noumea at Suva’s Vodafone
Tonga’s voters go to the polls
VOTERS in the Pacific’s only kingdom are voting today (Thursday) to elect 17 representatives to the Legislative Assembly. Their nobles will also vote to elect nine
Tuvalu’s Teo tours Taiwan
TUVALU Prime Minister Feleti Teo arrived in Taiwan this week to meet President William Lai for discussions on matters of mutual
East New Britain group supports Bougainville independence
THE Mataungan Association backs Bougainville’s independence, saying the region has been failed by successive
Fijian gang at centre of Sydney drug bust
POLICE in Sydney have arrested three men linked to a Fiji-connected drug gang, seizing 40kg of illicit drugs worth $USD8.07