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Pacific journalists are ‘world’s eyes and ears’ on the climate crisis, says EU envoy

The World Press Freedom event held at USP’s Laucala Campus on Friday included a panel discussion by editors and CSO representatives on the theme – Fiji and the Pacific situation.

Custodial sentences for Former Fiji PM Bainimarama and Police Commissioner Qiliho

Bainimarama was granted an absolute discharge while Qiliho received a conditional discharge with a fine of $1500 on 28 March 2024 by the Suva Magistrates Court.

Cumberland City Council banned same-sex parents’ books from its libraries, But since when did councils ban books?

This speaks to the idea of same-sex relationships as being unnatural or strange, and therefore something that requires explanation and consent to discuss.

Tech-based sexual harassment at work is common, male-dominated and often intended to cause harm

Perpetrators use their work email (31%), personal phone or mobile (29%), personal email (26%), and work phone or mobile (25%).

Job scams are on the rise, What are they, and how can you protect yourself?

Scammers target their victims based on their online behaviour, financial situation, needs and even vulnerability to certain types of persuasion.

Becoming a landlord while still renting? ‘Rentvesting’ promises a foot on the property ladder, but watch your step

This would increase demand for rentals in the city and reduce the supply of owner-occupier properties in the regions, worsening the affordability of both.

Indian medical expertise ignites revival in Fiji’s health sector

The construction of a 100-bed care hospital is part of the initiatives announced by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the third Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation Summit (FIPIC-III) held in Papua New Guinea in May last year.

The art of slow living: Best slow hobbies for good mental health

Slow living is the new trend, attracting not just everyday people but also celebrities who are pressing pause on their fast-paced lives to rediscover what they've been missing.

Australians lose $5,200 every minute to scams: Could a simple government action curb this trend? Why the inaction?

If banks had to reimburse money lost, they’d have more of a reason to keep it safe.

UST acquires Australia’s ‘Strativity Group’ to enhance customer-centric digital transformations

The integration of Strativity will enable UST to offer an enriched portfolio of services that includes enterprise architecture, product engineering, Gen AI & data services, process transformation, cybersecurity, and SaaS implementation.

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Three Indian migrants killed in devastating highway crash in New Zealand

Police say the vehicle is believed to have crossed the centre line moments before the impact, though investigations into the cause are ongoing.

Hundreds of students set to lose qualifications as Melbourne training college registration canceled

College issued qualifications and statements of attainment without ensuring students had completed proper assessment or met competency requirements

Childcare worker Jayendra Jung Shahi granted bail over alleged slaping two toddlers

His lawyer told the court his mental health had declined following recent family tragedies, arguing he required support.
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