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Fiji says US can seize Russian superyacht but not right away

A judge in Fiji has ruled that U.S. authorities can seize a Russian-owned superyacht — but not until at least Friday while defense lawyers mount a challenge

The Independent UK

Fiji court rules US can seize yacht said to belong to Russian oligarch

Vessel docked in port of Lautoka is believed to be owned by Suleiman Kerimov, who is facing sanctions

The Guardian - UK

Fiji court rules United States can seize Russian superyacht - reports

A Fiji court ruled on Tuesday that the United States can seize a Russian-owned superyacht, media reported, 21 days after the luxury vessel Amadea arrived in the Pacific island nation and was detained by police.

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Fiji court rules Russian oligarch's $450m superyacht can be seized by US, but defence will apply for a stay order

Fiji's High Court has ruled in favour of a bid by the United States government and Fijian authorities to seize a Russian-owned superyacht.

ABC News

What do we know about the $450m superyacht linked to a Russian oligarch that's been seized in Fiji?

Fiji and the United States are embroiled in a court case over a superyacht allegedly belonging to a sanctioned Russian oligarch. The fate of the luxury vessel is expected to be handed down tomorrow.

ABC News

Scotland confirm Autumn Nations Series schedule at BT Murrayfield

SCOTLAND have confirmed their four-Test schedule for this year’s Autumn Nations Series, with Australia, Fiji, New Zealand and Argentina all…

The National (Scotland)

Resort developers fined $700k over Fiji island disaster

The Chinese developers who caused an environmental disaster on an idyllic Fijian island have been fined more than $700,000 in the High Court in Suva in the country's first sentence for envi

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US tries to seize yacht in Fiji. But which oligarch owns it?

A judge in Fiji is due to rule Tuesday on whether U.S. authorities can seize the luxurious superyacht Amadea — worth some $325 million — which has been stopped from leaving the South Pacific nation because of its links to Russia

The Independent UK

Chinese resort developer Freesoul fined $650,000 for damaging Fijian mangroves and reef

In a landmark judgment, Fiji's High Court fines a Chinese company that dug a channel through mangroves and a coral reef so it could provide access to an island resort and casino development.

ABC News

Fiji is officially ‘open for happiness' – will that apply to its tourism workers too?

As daylight hours shorten and temperatures drop, and with borders reopening across the Pacific, many will be tempted to escape pandemic fatigue by flying somewhere warm and welcoming.

The Conversation

Fijiana Drua tipped to make Super W history when they face off with Waratahs in grand final

A Fijian women's rugby team is on the cusp of history, set to become the first all-Pacific squad to take home the Super W title as they face off against the Waratahs in the grand final.

ABC News

‘We can’t stop talking about them’: Fijiana Drua revolutionise women’s rugby in Australia

The team is set to play in Saturday’s Super W grand final after electrifying fans with giantkilling feats

The Guardian - AU

We fact-checked key claims from the leaders’ debate. Here’s what we found.

Questionable stats, misleading figures and even a call that was on the money. RMIT ABC Fact Check examines claims from Wednesday night’s first leaders' debate.

ABC News

US seeks to seize superyacht in Fiji from suspected Russian owner

Authorities have seized luxury vessels and villas owned by Russian billionaires in response to invasion of Ukraine

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Reuters

U.S. seeks to seize superyacht in Fiji from suspected Russian owner

The United States seeks to seize a superyacht that is suspected of belonging to a Russian oligarch and is docked in the Pacific island nation of Fiji, according to an application for a restraining order filed on Tuesday by Fiji's public prosecutor.

AAP

Weightlifter Cikamatana eyes Games history

After winning Commonwealth Games gold for Fiji in 2018, Eileen Cikamatana will attempt to repeat that feat for Australia in Birmingham.

Reuters

Russian oligarch's superyacht moors in Fiji

A luxury vessel owned by a Russian oligarch sanctioned by the United States, Britain and the European Union has moored in Fiji in the Pacific Ocean, media and a vessel tracking website reported on Wednesday.

Dublin Live

Inside Ronan and Storm Keating’s luxurious family holiday as Missy joins in Fiji

The Boyzone singer even admitted that his “soul feels refuelled”

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The Times of India

Roy Krishna excited to play in front of home fans

KOLKATA: Having served the national duty in Fiji colours for last month's World Cup qualifiers, Roy Krishna is back in the city hitting the ground running straightaway as ATK Mohun Bagan prepare for their AFC Cup qualifying campaign at home.

AAP

Drua skipper joins Super suspension list

Fijian Drua captain Nemani Nagusa will miss his side's Super Rugby Pacific home debut after accepting a four-game suspension for a high tackle.

AAP

Wallaroos, Wallabies lock in Test dates

The Wallaroos will play Tests against Fiji and Japan before this year's World Cup, while the SCG will host the final Wallabies v England Test.

The Independent UK

Fights over illegal fishing lead to armed conflict, deaths

An Associated Press review of conflict databases compiled by non-governmental organizations, government tallies, and media reports found in the past five years more than 360 instances of state authorities ramming or shooting at foreign fishing boats, sometimes leading to deaths

Newsroom.co.nz

Covid-19 makes its way through the Pacific Islands

As Covid finally starts to spread in the Pacific, Collin Tukuitonga looks at how most nations there can stay well-placed to manage the virus's ongoing threats to population health.

Reuters

New Zealand, Fiji agree to work together on security, economy, other areas

New Zealand and Fiji signed a partnership statement on Tuesday that will see the two countries work more closely together in areas such as security, protecting shared interests and economic resilience.

Wales Online

Rugby evening headlines as World Cup hit by eligibility probe and Brian Moore's call for women to play men sparks reaction

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