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Make America Great: The Global Danger Of War
By Dickson C. Igwe
Has the USA gone rogue? The stories coming out of the shining city on the hill are alarming. Every morning there is news that makes the heart skip a beat.
Glock pistol & 41 rounds of ammo seized; 8 taken into custody
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), on Wednesday, March 25, 2025, conducted search operations at five properties linked to suspects in recent armed robberies.
Give Hons Fraser & Smith 'ultimatum' to join VIP- Skelton Cline to Premier
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- —Laced with political candour, provocative imagery, and strategic undertones, commentator and clergyman Claude O. Skelton-Cline, has called on Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) to issue a blunt ultimatum to two key legislators — At-Large Representative Honourable Lorna G. Smith, OBE, and Third District Representative Honourable Julian Fraser, RA- to join the Virgin Islands Party (VIP).
VI finally has an Integrity Commission
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) finally has an Integrity Commission, almost four years after it was set to be established under the Integrity in Public Life Act, 2021.
This Week We Feature Young Professional Maat E. Penn
By Kirshena J. Joseph
Teachers play a critical role in who we become, directly and indirectly influencing many decisions we make as young people. This is what happened with Maat E. Penn, who today is one of the Virgin Islands’ (VI) music engineers.
Well known & well loved Belonger Eva Baskin passes
LAMBERT ESTATE, Tortola, VI- Well known Belonger and entrepreneur Eva Baskin, who made the Virgin Islands her home in 1986, has passed.
Inter Primary Track & Field concludes today; Francis Lettsome Primary in lead
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Francis Lettsome Primary School head into the final day of the Inter-Primary Schools Track and Field Championships at A.O. Shirley Grounds today, Friday, March 28, 2025, with a lead over its closest challengers Enis Adams Primary School and Bregado Flax Educational Centre.
Words not enough to address food security in VI- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— In yet another fiery address on his popular radio programme Honesty Speaking, social commentator and pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline raised urgent concerns about US Secretary of State Marco A. Rubio’s meeting with Caribbean leaders in Jamaica, warning of the potential implications for the Virgin Islands, particularly in the context of regional preparedness, economic uncertainty, and food insecurity.
Oliver Terry & Katrina Lindsay win Carey Olsen Carrot Bay 5K
CARROT BAY, Tortola, VI- Newcomer Oliver Terry and Katrina Lindsay were once again unstoppable when the 2nd race in the Carey Olsen Community 5k series was held in the scenic Carrot Bay on Saturday, March 22, 2025.
Guns entering USVI via airports & mail- Police Commissioner reveals
VI CONSORTIUM
CHRISTIANSTED, St Croix, USVI- Police Commissioner Mario M. Brooks on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, dispelled long-held rumors that guns pouring into the US Virgin Islands were coming from large containers by sea freight. Speaking during WTJX's town hall on crime, Mr Brooks revealed that the weapons were being brought in by US Virgin Islanders.
'Cyber security is the key to protecting the Virgin Islands'- Gov Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In collaboration with the Department of Information Technology (DoIT), cyber specialists funded by the United Kingdom (UK) Government are conducting a National Cyber Security Risk Assessment (NCRA) and training programme to improve the resilience of the Virgin Islands in the event of a cyber attack.
Hon Skelton questions legitimacy of Hon Walwyn’s ‘power grab’ appointment
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI— Former Opposition Leader Honourable Ronnie W. Skelton (AL), who in confirming the reunification of the National Democratic Party (NDP) led by Honourable Marlon A. Penn (R8), has questioned the validity of the appointment of Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) as Opposition Leader.
New medical school will help shape healthcare in VI- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has said Ponce Health Sciences University (PSHU), once opened, will shape the future of healthcare in the Virgin Islands (VI).
NDP & PVIM bury the hatchet; Reunite under NDP banner
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—In yet another seismic shift in the Virgin Islands’ political landscape, the National Democratic Party (NDP) and the Progressive Virgin Islands Movement (PVIM) have announced their reunification.
No more smoke from Pockwood Pond landfill; DWM Director credits several initiatives
POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- Director of Waste Management Mr Marcus E. Solomon has credited several initiatives implemented by the Department of Waste Management (DWM) for the cessation of smoke coming from the Pockwood Pond Landfill.
'I invite every single one of them' to join Gov't- Premier Wheatley to Opposition
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—In an already politically charged atmosphere in the Territory, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has openly invited each of the members of His Majesty's Loyal Opposition to cross the floor and join his administration.
UPDATE: Courtny Bascombe 6th in 60M Final @ World Masters Athletics Indoor
ALACHUA COUNTY, Florida, USA - In a historic moment for team Virgin Islands (VI), Courtny Bascombe finished 6th in the finals of the 60M World Masters Athletics Indoor Championships on March 25, 2025.
Contract awarded; Work begins to remove derelicts from Havers
HAVERS, Tortola, VI- The process to address the issue of derelict vehicles across the territory, including those controversially stored at Havers on Tortola, is underway.
With Opposition in disarray, Premier Wheatley urged to call snap election
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola l, VI- With the Opposition in disarray, fighting for leadership, commentator Claude O. Skelton-Cline has urged Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) to call a snap election.
Cedar International School's U19 girls place 3rd @ SoccerFeva 2025 in Jamaica
KINGSTON, Jamaica- Cedar International School's (CIS) under-19 boys and girls football teams recently participated in the American International School Kingston (AISK) SoccerFeva 2025, with the girls capturing third place.
Seven Seas Water Group awards prizes to water science project winners
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- In recognition of World Water Day, Seven Seas Water Group (SSWG) awarded the winners of the Prize for Water Science, the highest-scoring water science projects at the recently held National Science Fair.
Legislation passes to ban smoking in hotel rooms & cars with minors
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Tobacco Products Control (Amendment) Bill, 2025, was passed at the Continuation of the 3rd Sitting of the 2nd Session of the 5th House of Assembly (HoA) on March 24, 2025.
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USVI: Gov Bryan outlines next steps for racetrack reopening in St Croix
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The government of the US Virgin Islands is forging ahead with the completion of the Randall Doc' James horseracing track, according to Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr, who addressed the issue during Monday's Government House press briefing.
Drew Farrell charged for fatal stabbing of Rasheel T. Alexander on VG
GUN CREEK, Virgin Gorda, VI- A 42-year-old man has been charged in relation to the fatal stabbing of 27-year-old Rasheel Thomas Alexander at Gun Creek, Virgin Gorda on March 20, 2025.
Education Minister lauds VI-based medical school for offering scholarships to locals
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports Honourable Sharie B. De Castro (AL) has welcomed the offer of two scholarships per year to Virgin Islanders by Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) School of Medicine in the Virgin Islands (VI).
New medical school to kickstart edu-tourism in VI- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said the opening of the medical school, Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) in the Virgin Islands, will kickstart the Territory’s edu-tourism sector.
Dr the Hon Dawson unveils bold plans to transform VI’s agri & fisheries industries
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Former Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries Dr the Honourable Karl Dawson (R1) has outlined a number of bold new initiatives aimed at enhancing food security and boosting agricultural production in the Virgin Islands (VI).
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VI's economy expected to be boosted with opening of medical school
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) is gearing up for an economic boost with the opening of the Territory's first-ever medical school, Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU).
Chief rebel Hon Myron V. Walwyn sworn in as Opposition Leader
GOVERNMENT HOUSE, Tortola, VI- As first and accurately called by our News Centre, de facto leader of the rebel opposition group the Alliance, Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) has been sworn in as the new Leader of the Opposition.
Section of Windy Hill road remains closed; Vehicle drove on wet concrete
CARROT BAY, Tortola, VI- Residents of Carrot Bay and surrounding areas were eagerly anticipating the reopening of the Lower Windy Hill Road today, Monday, March 24, 2025.
Shortened HoA today; No voting of new Deputy Speaker
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Information reaching our News Centre is that the House of Assembly sitting from 1:00 PM, today, March 24, 2025, will be a brief one, with only one bill to be addressed.
OECS leaders close ranks to collectively stave off new global tariff threats
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has reaffirmed the Virgin Islands’ commitment to regional collaboration and food security, following his return from the 76th meeting of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Authority in Saint Martin.
TCI Opposition questions selection of VI firm as examiner of health insurance board
COCKBURN TOWN, Turks & Caicos Islands- It was on March 7, 2025, that the Governor of Turks & Caicos Islands, Her Excellency Dileeni Daniel-Selvaratnam, announced the removal of the National Health Insurance Board (NHIB) and appointment of Interpath (BVI) Ltd as the Examiner.
Inmates debate 'How can my positive prison experience make an impact in society?'
BALSAM GHUT, Tortola, VI- Inmates at His Majesty’s Prison in Balsam Ghut recently participated in the second annual Inmate Debate, an initiative designed to support rehabilitation and personal transformation.
Trump to revoke legal status for Haitians & Latin American migrants
VI CONSORTIUM
WASHINGTON DC, USA- The legal status of hundreds of thousands of Latin American and Haitian migrants is set to be revoked, in the latest effort by the Trump Administration to rid the country of large numbers of foreign migrants.
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Local businessman Lesmore Smith makes upgrades to VG Senior Home for free
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- The Senior Home in Virgin Gorda has received some minor upgrades that will have major impacts on its residents.
Oleanvine Pickering-Maynard released from US prison
BALTIMORE, Maryland, USA- The former Managing Director of the BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA) in the Virgin Islands, Oleanvine Pickering-Maynard, has been released from prison, less than a year after being sentenced to nine years in jail in the United States for her involvement in a drug smuggling plot that also implicated her son Kadeem S. Maynard and former premier Andrew A. Fahie.
Hon Walwyn In! Hon Skelton Out! as new Opposition Leader in HoA Shake-up
GOVERNMENT HOUSE, Tortola, VI- The ink has not dried on the appointment of Hon Lorna G. Smith OBE (AL) as Junior Minister for Financial Services and Economic Development on Friday, March 21, 2025.
Akim Stevens charged with Burglary & Attempted Burglary
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Investigations into a series of burglaries and attempted burglaries in the Diamond Estate, Spooners Estate, and Anderson Estate areas have resulted in the arrest of Akim Stevens.
SKN PM Dr Terrence M. Drew defends Premier’s presence @ regional meetings
MARIGOT, Saint Martin- Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis Dr Terrance M. Drew, has strongly defended the necessity of physical presence at regional meetings, emphasising its critical role in governance, integration, and effective decision-making.
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