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Death dive (Feb 6)
WHEN Sunil Kumar left home on Friday morning, it was the last time his family would see him.


You are what you eat (Feb 6)
YOU are what you eat. But many people often do not realise this. They eat whatever comes their way to fill their stomachs, no matter what it contains, how and where it was cooked.


Tropical cyclone no threat - yet (Feb 6)
A TROPICAL cyclone near Australia does not pose any threat to Fiji.


Islanders to call DO for water (Feb 6)
PEOPLE living on Ovalau have been facing water disruptions for the past two days.


Consider the needs of women (Feb 6)
THE specific needs for women with disabilities should be considered during the delivery and monitoring of humanitarian assistance, the Pacific Disability Forum believes.


Persistent rainfall fails to deter workers (Feb 6)
THE continuous rain experienced in the Northern Division failed to dampen the spirits of some Department of National Roads workers who repaired the severely damaged Lagalaga bridge outside Labasa town at the weekend.


Team to inspect situation (Feb 6)
A TEAM has been formed in Bua to monitor the weather conditions in the province following reports of major flooding and damage in parts of the country.


Crossings remain awash (Feb 6)
TWO irish crossings in Labasa were under water yesterday as floodwater levels increased because of heavy rain.


'Plant at the right time' (Feb 6)
SOME farmers in Vanua Levu will have to replant after floodwaters damaged their root crops and vegetables in the past two weeks.


BRIEFLY (Feb 6)
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