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20 undergoing 18-month cricket umpire certification course
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Cricket Association (BVICA) has commenced its inaugural Umpire Certification Programme, registering 20 participants for this transformative 18-month initiative.
Governor Pruce extends congrats to Kyron A. McMaster, OBE
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor of the Virgin Islands (VI) Daniel Pruce has extended congratulations to Olympian and World Championships silver medallist Kyron A. McMaster, who was on Thursday, November 28, 2024, bestowed with the title Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by the Princess Royal at Buckingham Palace.
Villa Vie Odyssey’s inaugural call to the Virgin Islands
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA) on December 2, 2024, proudly welcomed the Villa Vie Odyssey on its inaugural call to the Virgin Islands, docking at the cruise pier for several days in Road Harbour.
Premier Wheatley extends ‘warm wishes’ to Barbados on Independence Day
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A proponent of regional unity and cooperation, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) extended “warm wishes” to the government and people of Barbados on their 58th independence anniversary on Saturday, November 30, 2024.
USVI: Man found dead after shooting in Grove Place, St Croix
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The [US} VI Police Department's Criminal Investigation Bureau is probing a fatal shooting that occurred in the Grove Place area of Cozy Corner on Saturday morning, November 30, 2024, according to VIPD Director of Communications Glen Dratte.
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, thanks to Bobby's Supermarket
DE CASTRO STREET, Road Town, Tortola, VI – Each year many residents and visitors driving on De Castro Street at night look forward to the spectacular Christmas displays from Bobby's Supermarket close to Republic Bank in the capital city, Road Town.
Public encouraged to take airport expansion survey
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The Ministry of Communications and Works has encouraged members of the public to participate in the EIS Expansion Project - Public Consultation Survey.
12 December is Meet the Regulator Forum- FSC
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The BVI Financial Services Commission (FSC) will hold its highly anticipated end of 2024 Meet the Regulator (MTR) Forum at the Eileen L. Parsons Auditorium at the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College on December 12, 2024.
Adaejah T Hodge back in VI following WU20 win
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islands Olympian Adaejah T. Hodge returned home on Thursday, November 28, 2024.
USVI: Federal warning issued amid cockfighting matches reports
VI CONSORTIUM
VETERANS DRIVE, St. Thomas, USVI- The United States Attorney for the District of the Virgin Islands, Delia L. Smith, has issued a reminder to residents that cockfighting remains illegal under federal law. This prohibition, outlined in the Agricultural Improvement Act (P.L. 115-334) of December 20, 2019, extends to all U.S. territories, including the Virgin Islands.
BVIEC is 'stability & future' of VI economy- Dr Neil M Smith
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- General Manager of the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) Dr Neil M. Smith has said the BVIEC is the stability and future of the Virgin Islands’ (VI) economy.
Cane Garden Bay Beach Hotel & Rhythm & Sands Restaurant & Bar now open
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- The Vanterpool family opened two new businesses, Cane Garden Bay Beach Hotel by MHV and Rhythm and Sand Restaurant and Bar, in Cane Garden Bay on Friday, November 29, 2024.
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Fascism, Impunity, and Donald Trump
By Dickson C Igwe
The election of Donald Trump marks a new American governance model marked by impunity and machismo. Democracy is increasingly taking a back seat. Hubris and might ascends with the rule of authoritarians and strongmen. True democracy is in intensive care in much of the world.
Cultural Fest 2024 on tomorrow
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- Cane Garden Bay Baptist Church will host its Cultural Fest 2024 tomorrow, Saturday, November 30, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Kyron A. McMaster bestowed title of OBE @ Buckingham Palace
LONDON, United Kingdom- Virgin Islands' Olympian and World Championships silver medallist Kyron A. McMaster was on Thursday, November 28, 2024, bestowed with the title Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by the Princess Royal at Buckingham Palace.
VI entrepreneurs empowered @ Republic Banks MSME Conference
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Republic Bank brought together entrepreneurs and business owners from across the Virgin Islands (VI) on Saturday, November 16, 2024, for its second MSME Conference.
Skipper charged for manslaughter following boat accident near Saba Rock
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The boat captain of the 21-foot RHIB that collided with a dinghy and resulted in the death of boat captain 39-year-old Stephen Cross Jr on Friday, November 22, 2024, has been charged for manslaughter.
Premier ‘optimistic’ VI will be able to ‘transition past Order in Council’
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The United Kingdom (UK) continues to shift the goalpost regarding the criteria for the removal of the Order in Council, which threatens to suspend the Virgin Islands (VI) constitution; however, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) continues to be optimistic.
Trade Commission needs to be 'reinstituted'- Pastor Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI—Commentator and Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has called upon Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) to reinstitute the Virgin Islands Trade Commission to address the cost of living in the territory.
Cedar International & ESHS crowned Inter-Secondary School Volleyball Champions
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Cedar International School Spikers and the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) Rams emerged victorious in the female and male Inter-Secondary School Volleyball Championship on Tuesday, November 26, 2024.
'We don’t feel like anybody until white people affirms us'- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Commentator and pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has lamented that Virgin Islanders and people of African descent only accept and appreciate themselves and each other when Caucasians approve of them.
Young VI basketballers impress @ NBA Jr Orlando Magic Camp in Florida
ORLANDO, Florida, USA- Seven boys from the Sports Vision Academy (SVA) attended the recently held NBA Junior Orlando Magic Camp in Orlando, Florida.
USVI: Frederiksted homicide suspect indicted on federal charges
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St. Croix, USVI- United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced on Tuesday that 22-year-old Rosniel Diaz-Bautista of St. Croix has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of Indierra Morales. Diaz-Bautista is set to appear before Magistrate Judge G. Alan Teague for an Advice of Rights hearing on December 3, 2024.
Works Minister ‘leading a plan & strategy’ to improve water distribution- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Acknowledging that there are challenges with the water distribution network across the Virgin Islands, Premier Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said the Minister of Communications and Works, Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) is working “assiduously” to solve those challenges.
Safe Haven serves over 30 bowls of warm soup to vulnerable VI residents
PURCELL ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The Safe Haven Transitional Centre has served over 30 bowls of warm soup to vulnerable members of the Virgin Islands community during its Thanksgiving Soup Kitchen Outreach Initiative.
Public consultations for airport expansion one aspect of business case- Hon Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has admitted that discussions surrounding airport enhancements and runway extension have been ongoing for a long time.
Gunman opens fire on vehicle @ Towers
TOWERS, Tortola, VI- Two separate shootings have been reported on Tortola this afternoon, November 27, 2024.
Disney Treasure makes inaugural call to VI with 2978 passengers & 1713 crew
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Territory welcomed the Disney Treasure to Tortola today, Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
Magistrate Tamia N. Richards suffers broken leg; Cases moved to 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Word reaching our news centre from attorneys and residents affected is that Senior Magistrate Tamia N. Richards fell and broke her fibula (calf bone) last week. The fibula is the smaller of the two bones in the lower leg.
Man killed in boating accident near Saba Rock is USVI resident Stephen Cross Jr
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The man who died following a boating accident near Saba Rock on Friday, November 22, 2024, has been identified as US Virgin Islands (USVI) resident Stephen Cross Jr, 39.
Stacy C. Lloyd tipped to be new Labour Commissioner
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Word reaching our news centre is that the Director of the BVI Red Cross, Ms Stacy C. Lloyd, is tipped to become the new Labour Commissioner.
Airport expansion 'should not be up for debate'- Pastor Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI—Commentator and Pastor Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline has said governments have been discussing airport expansion for at least twenty years and that expansions should have been done already.
“The Manatee” to be unveiled in honour of VI maritime heritage
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Director of Culture Dr. Katherine Smith has announced that the mural, "The Manatee" will be unveiled on Friday at the Bamboushay Lounge in honour the Virgin Islands’ maritime heritage.
Airport expansion: We need to focus on 'getting those overnight tourists'- Clive Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Communications and Works through the BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) has begun public consultations on proposed upgrades to the Terrence B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island.
Gov’t ‘disappointed’ VI featured in Fodor's No List 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- While the Virgin Islands (VI) has been seeing record numbers of cruise tourism visitors in 2024, not everyone is happy about it and their public disapproval of the increase in cruise tourism under the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) Government has now caused the VI to receive negative reviews on a popular travel blog- Fodor’s No List 2025.
BVITB to get $500K grant for territory-wide beautification project
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A grant of five hundred thousand dollars has been approved for the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB) to undertake a territory-wide beautification project.
USVI will be okay under Trump administration- Governor Bryan
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- During Monday's press briefing from Government House, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. disclosed that he would soon travel to the mainland to engage in a series of meetings, as the federal government undergoes its transition to a new administration.
Premier apologises for traffic disruption; Road works to continue into 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- With traffic being a nightmare last week due to multiple, although necessary, road works occurring simultaneously, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has apologised to the public.
VI ‘infested with favouritism’- Dr Charles H. Wheatley
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI-Author, educator, and historian Dr Charles H. Wheatley OBE said the Virgin Islands (VI) today has sold out to others and that the Territory is plagued with favouritism.
UK agrees to ‘only legitimate interests access’ to VI’s company registers
LONDON, United Kingdom- The Virgin Islands, along with other Overseas Territories (OTs), in 2020 committed to implementing Public Registers of Beneficial Ownership by the end of 2023, providing it was a global standard.
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