Donald Trump and MAGA: driving the world to crisis and war.
By Dickson C. Igwe
The whole world watches with trepidation the puppet show in the halls of power in the USA. The USA remains the global hegemon. Donald Trump the puppet master appears not to care about the consequences of his actions.
This Week We Feature Young Professional T’ya E. Peters
By Kirshena J. Joseph
This week, the spotlight is turned on Miss T’ya E. Peters, a young Virgin Islands native, who has already etched her name as someone unafraid to follow her heart, living by the motto 'Do it afraid'.
'We could have all been in Antigua with him'- Hon Skelton to Hon Walwyn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- It seemed like a joke gone bad in the House of Assembly (HoA), when the current and former Opposition Leaders Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) and Hon Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) went at each other.
US tariff uncertainty stalls VI minimum wage decision further- Premier Wheatley
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI— The long-anticipated announcement of a new minimum wage has been further delayed due to uncertainties surrounding proposed United States tariff increases that could significantly impact the cost of living in the Territory. This is according to the Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7).
VI, ‘it is time to pay attention to what is going on’- Hon Mather
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly (HoA) of the Virgin Islands Honourable Stacy R. Mather (AL) has issued a stern warning over the proposed overhaul of the Police Act, citing grave concerns about human rights infringements and systemic neglect of the territory’s most vulnerable citizens.
Law Enforcement Review Report 'is a racist report'- Hon Skelton
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition member Hon Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) has accused the recently published second volume of the law enforcement review of being steeped in racism and a disrespect to the people of the Virgin Islands.
VI archers compete in Las Vegas Shoot 2025!
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, USA- Five talented athletes from the Virgin Islands Field Archery Federation (VIFAF) recently travelled to Las Vegas, United States of America to compete in the world’s largest and most prestigious indoor archery tournament— Las Vegas Shoot 2025!
UPDATE: Jamaican man identified as drowning victim
CARROT BAY, Tortola, VI- The man who drowned while fishing on rocks at the 'Carrot Bay Point' yesterday, Wednesday, April 9, 2025, has been identified as Ranceford George Burnett.
'It’s just the two of us at this point'- Hon Penn on fragmented Opposition
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Opposition Members have long been united in the call for the unification of Opposition parties if they are to stand a chance against the ruling Virgin Islands Party (VIP).
Selection process for new CoP will be ‘rigorous’- Governor Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Now that Volume II of the Review of Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Bodies in the Virgin Islands has been released, the search for a new Commissioner of Police will re-commence.
India national refused entry into VI arrested for illegal entry in USVI
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- A national of India who was refused entry into the Virgin Islands via Terrence B. Lettsome International Airport last week was subsequently arrested for illegal entry in the US Virgin Islands.
Maritime Association airs concerns about maritime legislation amendments
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) led a discussion on the proposed amendments to the maritime legislation on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.
Fmr CoP's funeral snub of late Vernon E. Malone was disrespectful- Hon Turnbull
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Deeply disrespectful and symptomatic of the systemic erosion of local dignity and authority within the Virgin Islands, was the observation had by Opposition Member Honourable Melvin M. Turnbull (R2) in his denunciation of the apparent snub at the funeral of the late former Commissioner of Police, legislator, attorney and mentor, Mr Vernon E. Malone.
Another US national held for ammo in luggage @ TB Lettsome Airport
TRELLIS BAY, Tortola, VI— The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has announced that over the past two weeks its officers arrested and charged two individuals after ammunition was discovered in their luggage at Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport.
'Only after CoI has been completed the police have corruption?' Hon Walwyn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Leader of the Opposition Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) has called out the hypocrisy of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) and now the Law Enforcement Review Report.
'Seat belts save lives, please buckle up'- ACoP Vanterpool
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is reminding all drivers and front-seat passengers to wear their seat belts at all times while the vehicle is in motion.
Premier rejects law enforcement review recommendation similar to CoI's
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has voiced his concerns and disapproval with one of the over three hundred recommendations made in the second volume of the law enforcement review.
Over 300 recommendations made in second volume of law enforcement review
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The second volume of the law enforcement review has been released with over three hundred recommendations for change.
Speaker championing bill to give HoA more independence- Hon Penn
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- A Bill to give the House of Assembly more authority and independence is expected to be passed before August 2025, Opposition member Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) has revealed.
VI & DR discuss economic cooperation & international trade
SANTIAGO, Chile, SA- Virgin Islands Special Envoy Mr E. Benito Wheatley and Dominican Republic Vice Minister for Economic Affairs and International Cooperation Honourable Hugo Francisco Rivera Fernández held a bilateral meeting in which they discussed the importance of a regional economic hub in the Caribbean to facilitate international trade, particularly as the world economy faces strong economic headwinds that threaten global supply chains.
2 social activists ‘Picko Moff’ & Kishma Penn arrested then released
EAST END, Tortola, VI- Two outspoken social activists whom lawyers have alleged continue to engage in libel and slander of residents, in particular the political class, were recently picked up by police, questioned and released.
DR woman says she paid $8K to enter USVI by boat from Tortola
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- A female citizen of the Dominican Republic, who was arrested at the Cyril E. King Airport (CEKA) on St Thomas, US Virgin Islands (USVI) after Customs and Border Protection officers determined she had no legal status to be in the country, reportedly confessed to entering the USVI illegally from Tortola in the Virgin Islands.
'Put a task force in place quickly'- Hon Penn on US tariffs
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI- Opposition member Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) has called on the Premier Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) led government to seek the assistance of experts in understanding the true impact of the recent imposition of a 10% tariff on the Virgin Islands by the United States of America (USA) and the global trade war.
DDM warns VI to brace for above average 2025 Hurricane Season
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) is urging residents of the Virgin Islands to begin early preparations for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which meteorologists warn is likely to be significantly more active than average.
Premier Wheatley mobilises key stakeholders in response to US tariff threat
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), on April 7, 2025, convened urgent high-level discussions with major industry stakeholders in a move to protect the Virgin Islands' economy from the ripple effects of newly-imposed tariffs by the United States Government.
When bad leaders create local heroes
Alred C. Frett
Bullies Normally Pick on the Weakest Ones:
Freedom of Choice is claimed by the masses, so no one is compelled to heed my warnings about the dangers exhibited by Donald J. Trump... Sometimes I wished that I was wrong, but it became clear that things were getting worse as every headline screamed of his Lies, atrocities and illegal behaviour… Some believed that by being quiet and going along to get along, they would escape his fire and fury, but they were wrong.
Membership mandatory for taxi operators @ TB Lettsome Airport- BVIAA
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The British Virgin Islands Airports Authority (BVIAA) is notifying all taxi operators who intend to provide services at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport that they are to apply for membership with the authorised Airport Taxi Association – Transportation Services (Virgin Islands) 2023 Ltd. (TSVI).
Premier Wheatley hails BVI Spring Regatta for helping to promote VI
PEG LEGS, Nanny Cay, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has credited the BVI Spring Regatta as a major contributor towards promoting the territory.
Balance Int'l obligations with safeguarding rights & livelihoods- Hon Penn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Member for the Eighth District in the House of Assembly (HoA) Honourable Marlon A. Penn is of the view that while there's need for the Territory to adhere to fulfilling international maritime obligations, legislators must also strike a balance between safeguarding the rights, interests, and livelihoods of Virgin Islanders.
Martinez & O'Neal trial moves forward as Feds hand over 'mountain of evidence'
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- Government prosecutors are nearly done with providing massive amounts of discovery material to attorneys for two former public officials currently facing federal fraud charges.
Teneka T. Arthur turning heads repping VI in China
SHENZHEN, China— On the eve of the grand finale of the Mrs Globe 2025 pageant, Mrs Teneka T. Arthur, representing the Virgin Islands, stood tall delivering a stirring address during the prestigious Personality Profile Night—April 6, 2025— positioning herself as a global advocate for mental wellness, social empowerment and an all around voice for the voiceless.
Latwahn Stevens & Jae’Nyiah DeFreitas crowned 2025 VG Prince & Princess
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Latwahn Stevens and Jae’Nyiah DeFreitas have been crowned the Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Prince and Princess.
2 narrowly escape as car catches afire on Joe’s Hill
JOE’S Hill, Tortola, VI- Two persons in a vehicle just managed to escape as the automobile went up in flames while on Joe’s Hill last night, April 6, 2025.
'Let us take pride in our surroundings’- Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— The Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism, Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4), has said the newly launched Road Town Partnership (RTP) is not simply an infrastructure project but is “a movement.”
Antigua’s Warthog takes unassailable lead on Day 2 of Mount Gay Race Day
PEG LEGS, Nanny Cay, VI- Leaders were already emerging across most classes on the completion of the Mount Gay Race Day of the BVI Spring Regatta on April 4, 2025; however, while there were some changes on Day 2 on April 5, 2025, the unbeatable Warthog was not one of them.
USVI: Legislature calls emergency session to address hospital crisis
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- In a move signaling the seriousness of the growing healthcare crisis in the territory, the 36th Legislature has scheduled an emergency session for Monday, April 14, 2025, to address the financial shortfalls plaguing both the Juan F. Luis Hospital and Schneider Regional Medical Center.
Hon Rymer to lead VI delegation to Seatrade Cruise Global 2025 in Miami
MIAMI, Florida, USA- Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5) will lead a delegation to Seatrade Cruise Global 2025 from April 7 to 10 at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami, Florida.
Enough with the Acting; Confirm Jacqueline E. Vanterpool- Hon Turnbull
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— ‘Alliance’ Opposition Member in the House of Assembly (HoA) Hon Melvin M. Turnbull (R2), has openly called for urgent attention to the high number of critical acting appointments in the public service, particularly in the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), Immigration, and Customs.
Maritime (Amendment) Bill 2025 approved with amendments
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Merchant Shipping (Amendment) Bill 2025, promulgated by Premier and Minister for Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), was approved on March 31, 2025—with further amendments.
USVI: Governor Bryan to attend Seatrade Cruise Global
VI CONSORTIUM
MIAMI, Florida, USA- Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr. will travel to Miami, Florida from April 5 through April 10 to attend the 2025 Seatrade Cruise Global Conference, an annual summit that brings together leading figures from the international cruise and maritime industries.
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