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Hindus ask apology from Church of Scotland for labeling their deities as “false idols”
Hindus have strongly objected to Hindu deities being reportedly referred to as "false idols" on the opening day of the General Assembly of Church of Scotland on May 19 in Edinburgh (United Kingdom).
   
Concern over use of fish finder
Concern over the uses of GPS fish finder by fishermen in the Mamanuca Groups of Island was raised by the staff of Castaway Island Resort during a 'bati ni tanoa' session with the Mamanuca Environment Society (MES) on Saturday last week.
   
Water disruptions in Nadi this Friday
The Water Authority of Fiji wishes to advice its customers living in Nawaicoba, Nadovi, Nacovi, Sonaisali, Korovuto, Malolo Transmitter, Navo, Togalevusa, Togamasi, Malakua, Mulomulo, Meigunyah and Solovi areas that they will be experiencing intermittent
   

  Will Smith Talks Slapping Reporter Who Kissed Him
  Will Smith is speaking out about slapping a reporter last week in Moscow, who tried to kiss the "Men in Black 3" star.
  Ranveer spotted in ex-flame Anushka's car
  Are they are couple or not? This question hunts everyone's mind but Ranveer Singh and Anushka Sharma are in no mood to clear the confusion. The couple who always made news for their on and off chemistry is bonding together in a big way.
  Scotty McCreery Offers Advice To Idol Hopefuls: ‘Go Out There & Learn’
  Caption Scotty McCreery knows what it's like to be in "American Idol" finalists Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips' shoes - he stood on the stage and accepted the "Idol" crown (beating out Lauren Alaina) just one year ago.
  Designer Abu-Sandeep to style Aishwarya at Cannes
  Unlike previous years, this year Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is more concern about her baby Aaradhya rather than what she is doing to wear at Cannes.
  Jim Parsons: ‘Gay & In A 10-Year Relationship’
  Jim Parsons has kept his personal life private over the years, but in a new interview with the New York Times, the newspaper reported the "Big Bang Theory" star acknowledged he is gay and in a long term relationship.
 
DPP CONSIDERS APPEAL IN JAMALU DIN CASE
The Director of Public Prosecutions, Mr. Christopher Pryde, has said that he intends to review a number of sentences handed down by the courts in Fiji recently with a view to appealing those decisions. He referred in particular to the Jamalu Din case in L
   
Tourism Fiji announces appointment of new global advertising agency partner
Nadi, Fiji, May 21st 2012. Tourism Fiji is delighted to announce the appointment of Colenso BBDO from New Zealand as its new global advertising partner.
   
Government of Vanuatu and USP sign MOU
As one of the side-events at the Forum Education Ministers’ Meeting (FEdMM) 2012, the Government of Vanuatu and the University of the South Pacific signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in Port Vila, Vanuatu on 15 May, 2012.
   

Business Talk

Government News Tourism
Pleass Global Limited "Final dividend and AGM update".
Pleass Global Limited is pleased to announce the Final dividend for the Year Ending 31/12/11
   
Fiji- New Zealand Business Council 25th Anniversary and Conference registration now open
Registrations are now open for our Two Day, 25th Anniversary Day and Conference Proper.
   
Fijian Government pursues international cooperation for consumer protection
The second day of the ISO/COPOLCO plenary sessions was opened today by the Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama at the Sofitel Resort, Nadi.
   
Air Pacific to be rebranded as "Fiji Airways" by 2013
Air Pacific today announced the historic name change from Air Pacific to Fiji Airways, a major development for the airline with government's full support.
   
Is India a colony of China?
There is nothing known as a Chinese East India Company, but the pattern of trade between India and China is fast taking the shape that trade between India and England was when the London headquartered East India Company was exploiting the resources of Ind
   
Perturbed Hindus urge Portland brewery not to release “Kali-Ma” beer
Upset Hindus have urged Portland (Oregon, USA) based Burnside Brewing Company not to release its “Kali-Ma” beer proposed for May 15, calling it inappropriate.
   
New shipping service for Pacific Island countries
Reef Shipping has introduced a new shipping service out of Fiji to Nauru, the Solomons, and Papua New Guinea
   
Housing Authority to assist flood victims
In light of the recent adverse weather conditions around the country, the Housing Authority of Fiji is extending its flood assistance program by offering a nation wide discount to its customers ground rent accounts.
   
Council welcomes move to keep ‘no surcharge rule'
The Consumer Council of Fiji welcomes the Reserve Bank of Fiji’s call to maintain the status quo of no surcharges on credit cards.
   
ASCO donates to PM's flood appeal fund
Asco Motors’s Toyota Tsusho South Pacific Holdings and the Fiji Motors Association made a donation to the Prime Minister’s Flood Relief Appeal Fund today.
   
FIJIAN Cabinet Approves Change Of Bond Conditions For Overseas Recruitment Agencies
Amendments will now be made to the Employment Relations (Employment Agencies) Regulations (EREAR) 2008 to protect Fijians against neglect by overseas employment agencies.
   
380 EVR kits purchased
Government has purchased 380 electronic voter registration kits costing $3.9million to begin preliminary work for the 2014 elections.
   
FIJI PRESENTS HEALTH REFORMS AT WORLD ASSEMBLY
This year's annual conference hosted by the World Health Assembly will focus on public health issues such as universal health care, the Millennium Development Goals and Non- Communicable diseases.
   
PS iTaukei Affairs Visits Sponsored Students in Alafua and Emalus Campus
The Ministry of i-Taukei Affairs permanent secretary Mr. Savenaca Kaunisela, recently visited Fijian student enrolled at the University of the South Pacific's Emalus and Alafua campus in Vanuatu and Samoa.
   
Fiji Volunteer Scheme Registration
The Public Service Commission is looking for retirees, degree-holders and trades skilled individuals to register their details with the National Employment Centre (NEC) so that they can be engaged under the Fiji Volunteer Scheme (FVS).
   
U20 presents i-Tatau
The National Under 20 rugby team to the Junior World Cup today presented their i-Tatau (traditional farewell) to His Excellency the President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau at Government House.
   
Government news summary
Released by MINFO 22.05.12
   
Think outside the box
The introduction on modern technology is seen as a challenge for law enforcement agencies globally.
   
Government news summary
Ministry of Information release 21.05.12
   
FIJIAN ENVOY appointed to the UNESCAP-CAPSA Governing Council
Fiji's Ambassador to Indonesia His Excellency Ratu Tui Cavuilati has been appointed to the Governing Council of the UNESCAP- CAPSA.
   
SHANGRI-LA HOTELS AND RESORTS LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE TO IMPROVE THE TRIP PLANNING EXPERIENCE
Shangri-La.com now offers inspiring photography, faster reservations and greater social media connectivity Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has unveiled a revamped website that will allow travellers to experience the world’s most enchanting destinations e
   
Mana Island Resort and Spa has turned 40 years old
The island resort has been ideal for its tourists for the last 40 years and with the opening of the new convention centre, Mana Island Resort has now become a perfect spot to hold business meetings.
   
SPTO welcome 2 new private sector members
Namukulu Cottages & Spa has 4 superior quality self contained cottages, situated in idyllic private surroundings for pure tropical relaxation with magnificent sea views.
   
World’s Largest Privately-Owned Yacht Visits Madang
Madang: The ‘Octopus’ owned by Microsoft billionaire Paul Allen, sailed into Madang over Easter.
   
Vanuatu Tourism Office new consumer website live
The Vanuatu Tourism Office is excited to announce that after a long wait, the new consumer website’s first stage upgrade is finally complete and transferred from staging to the web address.
   
Samoa Tourism Authority New Board Of Directors
The Hon. Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Tuilaepa Lupesoliai Sailele Malielegaoi has officially introduced and welcomed the Samoa Tourism Authority’s newly appointed Board of Directors.
   
Visitor stats to be surveyed
A new programme of surveys being launched in June will shed some light on the spending habits and general movements of tourists in the Cook Islands.
   
Have faith in tourism
“Have faith in tourism that we will break through into the Korean Market (at the Mini Expo in South Korea)”.
   
Online Marketing Worshop for SME Accommodation Providers held in Kiribati
On May 3rd a workshop on online marketing was held in Tarawa, Kiribati for accommodation providers.
   
Invitation to join American roadshow
The Cook Islands tourism industry is being invited to join the Tourism Corporation’s North American Road Show this September, which will take in 11 cities and two major markets in its path.
   
 
Careers & Education Events Sports
  Professor Tom Maxwell rolls out the Doctor of Education programme at UniFiji
 
  American Teacher To Address UniFiji Students
 
  Debaters voice out opinions concerning Millennium Development Goal
 
  ICT in Education Leadership Forum in the Pacific
 
  USP launches Quality of Teaching Survey
 
  Diaspora Criticism
 
  74th USP Council Meeting Concludes
 
  Happy Volunteers
 
  Professor Tom Maxwell rolls out the Doctor of Education programme at UniFiji
 
  Stop hurting children
 
  Drodrolagi Movement marks International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
The Drodrolagi Movement (droMo), in partnership with the University of the South Pacific's School of Government, Development and International Affairs marked the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT) with a panel discussion on Thur
   
  Natabua High Scool Ex-Students Lautoka Branch
To all former scholars in Lautoka.
   
  Natabua High School Ex - students Lautoka Branch
To all former scholars in Lautoka. There will be a special meeting for all Lautoka based former students at the Natabua High School Hall on Saturday May 26th @ 2pm
   
  Hindu gods getting married in Arizona, Wisconsin, Oregon & Washington
Hindu gods will reportedly be getting married in the coming weeks in grand ceremonies in Arizona, Wisconsin, Oregon and Washington states of USA.
   
  HONIARA READY FOR FESTIVAL OF PACIFIC ARTS
Special venues under construction in and around Honiara are nearing completion in preparation for the 11th Festival of Pacific Arts, 1st - 14th July this year.
   
  Drodrolagi Movement to mark International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
The Drodrolagi Movement (droMo), in conjunction with the University of the South Pacific's School of Government, Development and International Affairs have organised a panel discussion to mark International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT)
   
  Fiji and India reflect on Girmit Day
Girmit Day is of great significance to Fiji as it is a time to remember the tremendous difficulties faced by the people who came here to unfamiliar circumstances, said the Indian High Commissioner to Fiji, His Excellency Vinod Kumar.
   
  Drodrolagi Movement to mark International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
The Drodrolagi Movement (droMo), in conjunction with the University of the South Pacific's School of Government, Development and International Affairs have organised a panel discussion to mark International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT)
   
  Morning tea with a difference
As the country commemorates Mother’s Day tomorrow, senior female officers from around the division were hosted to a morning tea at the Commissioner of Police’s residence by Mrs Kesaia Naivalurua.
   
  Blood Drive at RB Jet Point Nadi
Bhikha Bhai Co. Ltd is having a Blood Drive this Saturday (12/5/2012) from 9am – 4pm at their shop located at RB Jet Point at Martintar in Nadi.
   
Marist Volleyball to clash with Lautoka teams
Marist Volleyball Club will be in Lautoka Multi Purpose courts with mens and womens team to play Lautoka clubs.
   
Annual Open Singles Snooker Championship
Bula! Southern Division Billiard & Snooker Association proudly presents annual Open Singles snooker Championship in Suva from 26th May till 27th May 2012, a week before Fiji National.
   
Vodafone Fiji FACT
Suva wins and its a FACT
   
Vodafone Fiji FACT
Soccer Results
   
Bowling Carnival set to roll
Twenty-seven overseas based bowlers will join forces with around sixty local bowling enthusiasts to be part of the 2012 Shop N Save Sunny West Bowling Carnival from May 25 - 31 at the Nadi Sports Club.
   
Soccer results
2012 Vodafone Fiji FACT
   
SDBSA Annual Singles Open Championship
Southern Division Billiard & Snooker Association proudly presents annual Open Singles snooker Championship in Suva from 26th May till 27th May 2012, a week before Fiji National.
   
Revised Vodafone Fiji FACT Fixtures
Games moved to Ba following bad weather in Nausori
   
Government salutes 7's boys
The Fijian Government this week saluted the Fiji national 7s team for winning the London 7s tournament in style.
   
Calls made to support sports for youths
The Ministry of Youth and Sports completed a one week outreach sports programme for youths in the Wailevu District of Cakaudrove last week at Vunivesi village.