6 h. ago Fiji FA thanks players, districts, fans and other stakeholders

The past year has once again reminded the Fiji Football Association of the unifying power of football, according to its president Rajesh Patel. In his Christmas and New Year message, Patel says from grassroots programs to club competitions, referees, officials, coaches, volunteers, players, administrators, sponsors, and passionate supporters—everyone played a vital role in strengthening the […]

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3 d. ago Taylor Swift gives an ‘early gift’ to fans this holiday season

Dropping the first two episodes of her Disney+ docuseries the day before her birthday apparently wasn’t enough of a gift from Taylor Swift to her fans. The final two episodes of “The End of an Era” docuseries have been moved up to December 23, the streaming service said Thursday, describing it as “an early gift […]

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4 d. ago FRU awaits legal clearance before responding to Malolo’s claims

Fiji Rugby Union is yet to formally respond to allegations raised by Skipper Cup champions Malolo over unpaid gate takings from the Skipper Cup final, with the union saying the matter is currently under legal review. The issue has sparked public debate around transparency and game management, prompting calls for clarity from stakeholders across the […]

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4 d. ago Coachella looks from Lady Gaga to Sabrina Carpenter – and the costumes that can make or break careers

Lisa recently had a broken corset strap. The K-Pop superstar and White Lotus cast member was waiting to greet fans at her Los Angeles hotel, but one wrong step outside her suite, and suddenly it wouldn’t have been a photo opportunity – it would have been a serious wardrobe malfunction. “I always put a back-up […]

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4 d. ago Bus operators say majority comply with ‘No Card, No Ride’ policy

The Fiji Bus Operators Association says most public transport users have responded positively to the enforcement of the ‘No Card, No Ride’ policy under the Electronic Fare Ticketing (Omnibus) Regulations 2017. This, according to FBOA President Richard Lal after the policy came into effect earlier this week. Lal says daily e-ticket card registrations increased by […]

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7 d. ago Messi’s India tour off to chaotic start, angry fans storm field

Lionel Messi’s much-hyped tour of India got off to a rocky start overnight with angry fans throwing bottles and attempting to vandalise a stadium after many of them failed to get more than just a glimpse of their hero. The Times of India reported that many ticket-holders said that they failed to see Messi at […]

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7 d. ago Botitu, Ravutaumada and Ravouvou scores in European Challenge

Flying Fijians Vilimoni Botitu, Kalaveti Ravouvou and Selestino Ravutaumada each scored a try for their respective teams in the European Challenge Cup today. Botitu scored for his French side, Racing 92, in their 31-all draw with Exeter. Lekima Tagitagivalu and Vinaya Habosi were on the bench for Racing. Rusi Tuima, who is former Flying Fijians […]

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1 week ago World Cup ticket prices ‘monumental betrayal’ say fans’ group

Supporters hoping to attend next year’s World Cup final face paying thousands of pounds for the cheapest ticket. Fans’ group Football Supporters Europe has said it is “astonished” by Fifa’s “extortionate” pricing strategy, and called for ticket sales to be “halted immediately”. The Football Supporters’ Association’s England Fans’ Embassy said it was a “slap in […]

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2 w. ago Rassie warns against those betting for ABs against Wallabies at RWC

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has issued a warning against those backing the All Blacks to beat Australia in their Pool A clash at the 2027 Rugby World Cup. Despite New Zealand’s 11-match winning streak over the Wallabies and their higher world ranking, Erasmus says history proves that home-ground advantage can tilt the biggest battles. […]

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2 w. ago Byrne welcomes “good pool” as Flying Fijians assess World Cup path

Flying Fijians head coach Mick Byrne has welcomed Fiji’s Rugby World Cup 2027 pool draw, describing it as both exciting and favourable as preparations begin for the expanded 24-team tournament in Australia. Fiji has been grouped with Argentina, Spain and Canada in Pool C, a mix Byrne believes offers familiarity, opportunity and strong rugby match-ups. […]

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2 w. ago Popular shows cancelled in 2025 as networks cut fan favourites

Heartbreak was almost guaranteed in 2025 as networks and streamers cut several well-loved shows, leaving fans without the characters and stories they had grown attached to. As the year closes, a number of cancellations still sting. Poker Face ended far too soon, despite a strong second season and a finale that opened the door to […]

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2 w. ago Messi and Ronaldo take enduring rivalry to record sixth World Cup

Two adjacent transparent bins in London became the venue for a silent but heated debate in 2015, with smokers depositing their stubbed-out butts to settle a burning question: who was the best soccer player in the world, Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo? As a way to encourage people to use bins for their butts, the […]

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2 w. ago Spanish gold coin from 1609 breaks European record at auction

A large gold coin minted in 1609 for Spain’s King Philip III broke records to become the most valuable coin in Europe at a sale in Switzerland. The unique 339-gram piece sold for 2,817,500 Swiss francs ($3.49 million). It had a starting price of 2 million Swiss francs, the Geneva-based Numismatica Genevensis SA auction house […]

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2 w. ago Britney Spears shares update on healing after Instagram return

Britney Spears continues to share her healing journey with fans. In an emotional new post shared on Saturday after reactivating her Instagram account amid a public dispute with ex Kevin Federline, Spears wrote in a now-edited caption, “Call it childish, silly, annoying… We grow up to become women but do you dare keep the most […]

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3 w. ago Sebastian Maniscalco responds to SNL impersonation by Hernandez

They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but how does Sebastian Maniscalco feel about being parodied on Saturday Night Live? Apparently, he was a fan of Marcello Hernandez’s impression in the Nov. 15 episode of the sketch comedy series, though he did have one note. “So, [it was] pretty good. I didn’t know […]

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3 w. ago Kapil Sharma to return to Colors after 11 years in Laughter Chefs: Report

Recent reports suggest that Kapil Sharma is all set to make a much-talked-about return to Colors, marking a significant moment for fans who have long associated the channel with some of his earliest television triumphs. While he is not reviving Comedy Nights With Kapil, the iconic skit-based chat show that made him a household name, […]

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3 w. ago ‘My brothers might force me’ – Tuilagi on possible Samoa switch

Manu Tuilagi, who won 60 caps for England before moving to French side Bayonne and out of eligibility in 2024, says he may try to represent Samoa at the next Rugby World Cup. Tuilagi, who was born in Samoa but moved to the UK at 13, would qualify to switch allegiances under World Rugby’s birthright […]

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3 w. ago Atletico fined for ‘racist’ behaviour of fans during Arsenal game

UEFA have fined Atletico Madrid 30,000 euros ($34,749) and handed down a suspended one-match ban for travelling fans due to the “racist and discriminatory” behaviour of some supporters during last month’s 4-0 Champions League loss to Arsenal. European soccer’s governing body fined the Spanish club an additional 10,000 euros after some of their fans threw […]

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3 w. ago Everybody Loves Raymond cast marks 30 years with reunion special

The Everybody Loves Raymond cast — including Ray Romano (Ray), Patricia Heaton (Debra), Brad Garrett (Robert), Monica Horan (Amy), and more — were together again on Monday night to commemorate the sitcom’s 30th anniversary. But fans shouldn’t expect for it to become a regular thing. “This, I’m sure you know, is a reunion,” Romano told […]

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4 w. ago Lionel Messi in stride as Inter Miami faces FC Cincinnati in East semis

Lionel Messi and third-seeded Inter Miami look to continue their deepest MLS Cup playoff run in club history when they visit second-seeded FC Cincinnati in a winner-take-all Eastern Conference semifinal on Sunday. Messi was brilliant during Miami’s first-round three-game series victory over Nashville SC, scoring five goals and assisting on three more. Inter Miami has […]

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