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The Bachelor’s Genevieve Parisi in Bikini Says “Bula!” In Fiji
Celebwell - Florida
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August 19, 2025
Genevieve Parisi first made waves when she appeared as a contestant on The Bachelor. She was then invited to the spin-off series, Bachelor in Paradise. Genevieve is currently on vacation in Fiji, and she’s been posting stunning photos on...
Tourism Fiji Appoints Havas Red As Australian PR & Influencer Agency Of Record
B&T
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August 19, 2025
Tourism Fiji has appointed earned-first communications agency Havas Red to lead its PR and influencer activities in Australia, following a competitive pitch process. With Aussie travellers accounting for almost 50% of all visitor arrivals into...
Education and jobs fuel Fiji’s July overseas exodus
The Fiji Times
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August 19, 2025
A total of 1,075 Fijians left the country in July for a longer-term absence of 1 year or more, the Fiji Bureau of Statistics has reported. Employment accounted for a total of 1,138 departures, while education or training was the reason behind 715...
6 from Team USA among 54 out LGBTQ players at 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup
Outsports - California
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August 19, 2025
More than 10% of players named in squads for the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup are publicly out as LGBTQ, a clear indication of the sport’s enviable reputation for being inclusive and welcoming. England is the host country for the 10th staging of...
Fiji Airways adds extra flight to Tuvalu
FBC News
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August 19, 2025
Fiji Airways has announced it will begin a second weekly service between Nadi and Funafuti, Tuvalu from this Friday. The new Friday flight adds to the current Monday schedule, giving passengers more flexibility for business, leisure and...
PM calls for deeper Fiji-India cooperation
FBC News
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August 19, 2025
Fiji and India are moving to strengthen bilateral ties, focusing on development, health, education, and climate resilience. This, according to Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka. Speaking at India’s 79th Independence Day reception, Rabuka highlighted...
India-Fiji ties strengthened with major health projects
FBC News
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August 19, 2025
Fiji has commended India for its continued support in health, education, capacity building, and technology. Chief of Protocol at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Kiti Temo states Fiji values India’s assistance and reaffirmed the country’s...
Fiji announces 2026 tourism talks, eyes sustainable and authentic experiences
Pacific Media Network
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Fiji has announced that its Tourism Exchange (FTE) will return next year to unite the global travel trade, media, and local tour operators from the Pacific region. Scheduled for 27 and 28 March, the event aims to create valuable business...
Singh stresses education and skills training
FBC News
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August 18, 2025
[Source: Fiji Government] Employment Minister Agni Deo Singh has stressed the importance of quality education and skills training for young Fijians. Speaking at Vunisea Secondary School, Singh highlighted major investments through school grants,...
‘Not just a man’s sport’ | Maki seeks to break down gender barriers
The Fiji Times
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August 19, 2025
IT’S not just a man’s sport.” That was the message from acting Fiji Bodybuilding acting president, Elizabeth Maki after no women registered to compete in the 2025 Suva Classics Bodybuilding competition. Maki said cultural and traditional barriers...
Fiji announces tourism forum
Islands Business
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August 18, 2025
RESEARCH reveals a deeper complexity in Fiji’s Social Fabric, challenging the myth of a simple racial divide. Presenting her Master’s Research on “Social cohesion or ‘myth of oneness’?”, a seminar series hosted at the University of the South...
High court orders forfeiture of nearly $340k in assets in major education ministry fraud case
The Fiji Times
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August 18, 2025
The High Court has ordered the forfeiture of about $340,000 worth of tainted assets and funds linked to a large-scale fraud carried out by a former Ministry of Education officer, Rahul Ravikash Kumar. This is one of Fiji’s most significant...
Fijian author redefines science fiction through Pacific perspectives
Pacific Media Network
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Dr Gina Cole is introducing Pasifika futurism at the Stardome Observatory in Auckland, exploring how Pacific knowledge and culture can shape our views of the future. On Thursday, the award-winning writer of Fijian, Scottish, and Welsh descent will...
Kiwi kids’ CensusAtSchool survey: Sushi tops, TikTok rules, ‘sigma’ is trending
The New Zealand Herald
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August 20, 2025
Anne Patel, co-director and a University of Auckland professional teaching fellow, said the initiative also taught students “real skills with real impact” by training them in data literacy to deliver insights into their own lives. Habits The...
Mexico: Solidarity with indigenous woman defender Silvia Pérez Yescas
International Federation for Human Rights
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August 18, 2025
Abie Anongos, CWEARC, Philippines Abigail Severo Vásquez, Colectiva Ayuuk Toxëjk, Mexico Adolfina Kuum Dolie, Komunitas Peduli Lingkungan, Indonesia Adv Muhammad Bux, Sukaar Welfare Organization, Pakistan Agnes Kharshiing, Civil Society Women...
USP hosts Annual Fiji Psychological Society Conference
Fijivillage
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The annual Fiji Psychological Society conference, themed Anchored in Culture, Growing in Connection, was held today at the University of the South Pacific’s Laucala Campus, bringing together psychologists, educators, and researchers. The one-day...
Awareness programme launched to tackle Fiji’s growing social challenges, including HIV and substance abuse
Fijivillage
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Awareness programme launched to tackle Fiji’s growing social challenges, including HIV and substance abuse Fiji is facing a rising wave of social challenges — ranging from HIV/AIDS, drug and substance abuse, homelessness, violence against women,...
Commission backs national vote on constitutional reforms
The Fiji Times
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August 20, 2025
Fiji Human Rights Commission (FHRC) has suggested a non-binding national vote to see if people support a better constitutional rule. Commissioner, Alefina Vuki yesterday made this proposal during the 2013 Constitution reference case arguing that...
PNG to strengthen ties with Fiji
The Fiji Times
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August 18, 2025
THE Pacific’s biggest market by population and landmass size is reaching out to Fiji to strengthen business ties. Papua New Guinea, a market of approximately 10 million people and untold riches in minerals, oil, gas, agriculture, cultural...
Culture drives Fijiana in World Cup
The Fiji Times
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August 17, 2025
The Vodafone Fijiana XV left Fiji on Wednesday, ready to compete in the Women’s Rugby World Cup in England. The squad has been carefully prepared, with an emphasis on discipline, teamwork and high standards. Head coach Ioan Cunningham said...