The Latest: Fiji urges more jabs as COVID deaths rise

Fiji’s leader is urging people to get vaccinated as the island nation contends with a devastating outbreak of the delta variant of the coronavirus

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Fiji’s leader is urging people to get vaccinated as the island nation contends with a devastating outbreak of the delta variant of the coronavirus. Relative to its population of less than 1 million people, Fiji’s outbreak is currently among the worst in the world. Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama said the nation’s mission was to vaccinate 80% of adults by the end of October. About 47% of Fijians have had at least one vaccination dose. He said “lies, misinformation, and unholy insanity” about the vaccine were endangering people.