Conjoined Twins Surgery: Di Cecea and Jesipeli Kikau leave Fiji for Saudi Arabia for life-changing separation surgery at King Salman Hospital, fully funded by the Saudi humanitarian programme, with Fiji’s health ministry escorting the family. Consumer Watch: The Consumer Council warns of online shopping scams after 35 complaints tied to four social-media platforms, with buyers alleging they paid upfront and never received goods or refunds. Tourism Surge: Fiji recorded a record 98,522 visitor arrivals in June, up 6.3% year-on-year, driven mainly by Australia, as new resorts and routes keep expanding demand. Police & Justice: The JSC begins assessing applications for key anti-corruption and prosecution roles (FICAC Commissioner and DPP), while a Tailevu teacher was sentenced to 12 years and nine months for raping two teenage boys. Ports Probe: Police investigate alleged theft of nearly $500,000 worth of imported kava from Suva port containers, raising questions about security and responsibility. Commonwealth Games (Fiji): Fiji’s boxers Saratibau and Qiokata were knocked out, while high jumper Rusiate Matai finished ninth; Fiji also faced setbacks in 3x3 basketball. Infrastructure & Safety: Designs for 11 critical bridges are done, with contracts for four expected soon, and Fiji Airways cancelled flights due to volcanic ash affecting airspace. Sports & Community: Rewa FC starts OFC Champions League preparations in camp; Deans Trophy rules now allow up to six zone-recruited players, and McDonald’s Fiji backs Nadi Rugby for 2026.