Netball mourns fallen hero

A wave of grief has shrouded the netball fraternity in Fiji and around the world following the passing of former Fiji Pearls player and coach Unaisi Rokoura. Rokoura, who was 47 years old at the time of her passing, was swept away by strong...

Gregor Townsend vehemently defends controversial second job with Red Bull

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Jason Momoa worked with coach to speak Hawaiian authentically in ‘Chief of War’

This image released by Apple TV+ shows Jason Momoa in a scene from “Chief of War.” (Apple TV+ via AP) HONOLULU — Jason Momoa drove a vintage pickup along a winding country road in Hawaii, a tattooed arm dangling out the window and Metallica...

Scotland rugby coach Townsend 'doesn't see conflicts' with Red Bull role

Toulon's Italian fly-half Paolo Garbisi is tackled by Racing 92' New Zealand center Joey Manu during the French Top 14 rugby union match at Stade Mayol in Toulon, France, on October 19, 2025. [AFP] Gregor Townsend insists his decision to take on...

Enhance, rather than detract: Scotland rugby coach Townsend 'doesn't see conflicts' with Red Bull role

Gregor Townsend insists his decision to take on an advisory role with Red Bull will help "energise" rather than distract him from his main job of coaching the Scotland national rugby team. After extending his Scotland contract until the 2027 Rugby...

Gregor Townsend ‘doesn’t see conflicts’ with Scotland job and new Red Bull role

Gregor Townsend insists his contentious decision to take on a new advisory role with Red Bull will not have any negative bearing on his ability to continue leading Scotland. After extending his contract with the national team in September until...

Jason Momoa worked with a coach to speak Hawaiian authentically in 'Chief of War'

HONOLULU – Jason Momoa drove a vintage pickup along a winding country road in Hawaii, a tattooed arm dangling out the window and Metallica blasting. “POO'-ah-LEE',” he said. His passenger corrected him, again, modeling the subtle emphasis on the...

Aussie NRL great tears shreds off England ahead of Rugby League Ashes and blasts coach Shaun Wane for his attempt to rouse his team to victory ahead of first Test

Aussie rugby league great Aaron Woods has lit the touch paper ahead of Australia’s first rugby league Ashes Test match at Wembley on Saturday, by delivering a damning assessment of England’s current squad, while also dishing up a brutal swipe at...

Israel Vows to Strike ‘Everywhere’ Against Iranian Regime

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at deadly strikes between Israel and Iran, day one of meetings at the G-7 summit, and a U.S. immigration crackdown. Sign up to receive World Brief in your inbox every weekday. Attacks on Tehran...

How expedition cruise operators and suppliers are cruising for knowledge

Cruising these days is about far more than seeing breathtaking views and experiencing luxurious comforts. Today, an increasing number of expedition cruise lines are inviting guests to step into the role of explorer, student and citizen scientist....

Global FinTech Resilience: Building Financial Systems For Climate Shocks And Crises

The 21st century is characterized by both rapid technological advancement and a concerning increase in global shocks. Climate disasters are happening more often and with more force, pandemics are still showing how weak systems are, and...

How to watch Liverpool vs Man United: live stream Premier League 2025/26 game, TV channels, preview, team news

Games do not come much bigger than Liverpool vs Man United. This particular clash between the deadly rivals could have a huge bearing on both the title race and Ruben Amorim’s future. The Reds go into this match having lost three consecutive games...

Small Business: Gumboots just another canvas for Maaia Boots

The business is named after my baby Maia, and her father and my co-founder Ariki Honetana-Paea is an artist. He used to draw art on to canvases and things like that, but when I came into the picture I encouraged him to get into doing printed...

Kiwis v Samoa result: Late try sees Kiwis win nail-biting Pacific Championships clash

The game had everything; brilliant tries, massive hits, incredible defence, amid a rollicking atmosphere. Kiwis five-eighths Dylan Brown – who was outstanding – scored the decisive try in the 73rd minute to break the deadlock. It was a game of...

Farmgate Backpackers leads with integrity amid industry challenges

At a time when the agriculture and horticulture industries are again experiencing issues in some southern mainland states, a Bundaberg operation is standing up for workers and farmers. ERLE LEVEY goes to Childers to speak with Bill Darby of...

BEHIND THE NEWS | Fiji in the spotlight

FIJI remains on Tier 2 Watch List for the second consecutive year, according to the US Department of State’s 2025 Trafficking in Persons Report. This means Fiji does not fully meet the minimum standards for eliminating human trafficking but is...

Secular Priests

In the garden scene from Goethe’s Faust, the pious Margarete asks her suitor to give her some assurance that he believes in God. Faust offers the sly retort that no words can suffice to convey his faith. “Call it then what you will,” he explains....

Obituaries — Rt Hon James (Jim) Bolger ONZ, PC

Press Release – Hansard Thursday, 16 October 2025 – Volume 788 THURSDAY, 16 OCTOBER 2025 The Speaker took the Chair at 2 p.m. KARAKIA/PRAYERS SPEAKER: Almighty God, we give thanks for the blessings which have been bestowed on us. Laying aside all...

Pacific entrepreneurs honoured at awards for innovation, resilience

Pacific entrepreneurs were honoured at the 2025 Pacific Business Trust (PBT) Awards during a lavish event in Auckland on Wednesday. Auckland-based TROW Group took out the Frances Hartnell Supreme Award for its sustainable approach to demolition,...

RC Blog: Who’s willing to pay for sustainability in the Pacific?

Written by Simona Marinescu, Isabella Massa, Guillaume Lafortune After major setbacks to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the Pacific needs fairer access to financing as it fights to overcome climate challenges. Crises in climate, geopolitics...