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Public registers remain a concern for FSC- CEO Kenneth B. Baker
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI—The financial services sector in the Virgin Islands (VI)– one of two key financial pillars for the Territory- is facing an estimated 20 to 30 percent decline in business following mounting pressure from the United Kingdom (UK) to increase public access to beneficial ownership information.
Jost Lime & Dine kicks of BVI Food Fete on Valentine's Day
GREAT HARBOUR, Jost Van Dyke, VI- The operation of a late ferry from Jost van Dyke could be the step up for increasing revenue for participating restaurants of the upcoming Jost Lime & Dine.
Explicit materials featuring high school students being illegally circulated- RVIPF
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is issuing a stern warning to the public about the illegal circulation of explicit material involving minors.
Governor Bryan defies Trump's immigration crackdown,
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- In a recent directive, Governor Albert Bryan Jr has instructed all government employees, including those in the Department of Education and local law enforcement, not to cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations within the territory.
Skelton-Cline frowns @ practice of throwing garbage out of moving vehicle
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— The practice by some people of driving with their garbage on top of their cars or throwing garbage from moving vehicles has been met with disdain by social and political commentator Claude O. Skelton-Cline.
‘A cry for help’: Sonnel G. Hanley is a homeless resident on Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands has changed over the past 20 years, as many social and economic issues have now shown their face in many ways. This includes a small homeless population that increased following the 2017 hurricanes of Irma and Maria, which knocked out some 70% of housing.
BVIAA Urgent Notices to travelling public & taxi operators
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Managing Director of the BVI Airports Authority, Mr. Kurt A.G. Menal is notifying the traveling public that the Auguste George International Airport on Anegada will be closed from 7:00 am on Tuesday, February 4 until 1:00 pm on Wednesday, February 5.
‘I Legend’ begins commercial trips to St Thomas, USVI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- 'I Legend', the new ferry belonging to Smith’s Ferry Services, operated its first commercial trip to the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) today, Monday, February 3, 2025.
Hon Lorna G. Smith 'rejected' the political alliance- Bishop John I. Cline
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI—In another twist that continues to send shockwaves through the political landscape territory-wide, former Deputy Premier Honourable Lorna G. Smith OBE (AL) has categorically distanced herself from the newly announced political alliance involving opposition legislators, according to Bishop John I. Cline.
Sylvanna L. Charles to rep VI @ 1st Miss Elegantly Plus Caribbean Queen Pageant
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Former Miss Plus World Sylvanna L. Charles will once again seek to do herself and nation proud when she competes in the first Miss Elegantly Plus Caribbean Queen Pageant on March 14, 2025.
American Airlines operated a recorded 6 flights to VI on Saturday
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands announced on Saturday, February 1, 2025, that American Airlines successfully operated six flights to the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport.
FSC concludes international regulatory forums in Hong Kong & London
PASEA ESTATE, Totola, VI– The BVI Financial Services Commission (FSC) has successfully concluded two recently hosted international regulatory forums: the Meet the Regulator Forum (the Forum) in Hong Kong and the BVI Financial Services Round Table (the Round Table meeting) in London.
Town hall meetings 'most important' in reform processes- Kedrick E. Malone
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The upcoming series of town hall meetings under the Governance, Reform, Education and Awareness Transformation (G.R.E.A.T) Virgin Islands (VI)— G.R.E.A.T VI—initiative, is perhaps the most important aspect of the processes involved in reshaping governance in the Virgin Islands, according to Mr Kedrick E. Malone, the Governance Reform Delivery Manager.
Disrespectful, disloyal trio must apologise to party leaders—Bishop John I. Cline
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—“Apologise to your leaders. Apologise to the electorate, because, right now, all you’ve done is create chaos, and the people will not forget that.”
Gov. Pruce celebrates 1st anniversary
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has celebrated one year as Governor of the Virgin Islands (VI).
3 to compete for Miss RVIPF 2025 title
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The female officers who will compete for the 2025 title of Miss Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) have been revealed.
USA: Medical Jet crashes in Philadelphia, killing all 6 passengers
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, USA- Last evening, Friday, January 31, 2025, a medical transport jet crashed shortly after takeoff, engulfing homes and vehicles in flames in Northeast Philadelphia.
RVIPF adopts bold & proactive strategy to combat crime
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has ramped up efforts to fight crime and build safer communities in the Virgin Islands (VI) this year.
Bishop John I. Cline slams new opposition Alliance as ‘deceptive’ & ‘insanity’
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- ”You can't beat the VIP (Virgin Islands Party) with confusion and division. What the opposition is doing is insanity.”
MAGA and BRICS
By Dickson C. Igwe
The Virgin Islands best understand that World is in a dangerous place. The doomsday clock has moved closer to midnight. The reason is that the election of Donald Trump has moved USA to the right politically and socially. However, the rise of China and BRICS has been checkmating for the USA’s power dreams. China will take Taiwan shortly and the USA may miscalculate and make a military move in the Pacific. It will be a terrible mistake.
Horseracing in STT suspended after several horses euthanised
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- Horse racing returned to St Thomas, US Virgin Islands last year, 2024, for the first time since the devastation of Hurricane Irma in September 2017. The last race card, which saw participation from a couple of Tortola horses, was held on December 22, 2024; however, it is now unclear when another event will be held.
4 charged following firearms & ammo discovery in CGB
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- Four men have been formally charged in connection with the recovery of two 9mm firearms and twenty rounds of ammunition.
Is it the Opposition that should face a Vote of No Confidence?
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— They were supposed to be the most formidable Opposition in Virgin Islands history, a united force standing against the government, ready to hold the administration accountable and fight for the people. Instead, they have become a house of cards—weak, chaotic, and consumed by egos and personal ambitions.
D9 Rep welcomes opening of The Lotus Center in Valley, VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The Lotus Center has opened a new location in Valley, Virgin Gorda, offering massage, spa, and yoga services.
Students suspended for illegal substances @ schools
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Education has released a statement expressing deep concern of recent reports of illegal substances at secondary schools in the Territory.
Grenada’s Noel & Redhead batter VI Combined Renegades in BVICA T20 showdown
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- Explosive half-centuries from Ragel Noel and Derrol Redhead catapulted Grenada CC to a 157-run win over VI Combined Renegades when the two teams met in the BVI Cricket Association (BVICA) T20 Tournament at Greenland Playfield on Sunday, January 26, 2025.
Sea Cows Bay’s new ‘roller coaster road’ all part of the plan—PWD Director
PARHAM TOWN, Tortola, VI—As the Ministry of Communications and Works pushes ahead with extensive roadworks across the territory, Director of Public Works Department Mr Jeremy W. Hodge, during a site visit in Parham Town on January 29, 2025, clarified the necessity of the elevated road sections, particularly in areas like Sea Cows Bay, where concerns have been raised about their height.
Caribbean search & rescue teams boost expertise in VI
ROAD REEF, Tortola, VI—A two-week search-and-rescue training programme was conducted in the Virgin Islands (VI) from January 13 to 24, 2025, bringing together rescue teams from the Virgin Islands Search and Rescue (VISAR) and maritime protection units from Anguilla, Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, Montserrat, and the Turks and Caicos Islands.
More confusion emerges: 3 show their heads in Opposition palace coup
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— After much speculation that there was intense disunity in the Opposition and that Honourable Myron V. Walwyn (R6) and others were planning to overthrow the Leader of the Opposition in a shameless power grab, three Opposition members have emerged as the culprits.
Enough is enough; End 'deadly' right-hand drive imports—Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— Social and political commentator Claude O. Skelton-Cline is once again demanding the government take decisive action against the importation of certain types of vehicles, citing their negative environmental impact and contribution to congestion in the Territory since, "This is our home. If we’re not even going to follow our own rules and laws, then who will.”
Inter-Secondary School Debates begin February 5
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The annual Inter-Secondary School Debates begin on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at the New Testament Church of God International Worship Centre’s Activity Hall.
Governor to bring in 'UK support' for Acting CoP Vanterpool
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- As part of plans for 2025, Governor Daniel Pruce intends to bring in reinforcement from the United Kingdom (UK) to assist Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP) Jacqueline E. Vanterpool.
Mrs BVI Globe delegates appeal for more engagement & financial support
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The Virgin Islands (VI) will be well represented at the 2025 Mrs Globe pageants, with three accomplished women set to showcase their talents and advocacy on the international stage.
VI told to brace for Trump-Era fallout
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Former government consultant Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has issued a stark warning to the Virgin Islands, urging authorities and residents to prepare for the inevitable consequences of US President Donald J. Trump’s policies.
'Now is the time to build' on VI's tourism product- CTO Head
PETER ISLAND, VI- Secretary-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO) Mrs Dona L. Regis-Prosper has said the Virgin Islands (VI) as a tourism destination checks all the boxes and needs to build on that.
FSC & FIA issue guidance on effective ongoing monitoring
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI - The BVI Financial Services Commission (the FSC) and BVI Financial Investigation Agency (the FIA) have issued guidance on ‘An Effective Approach to Ongoing Monitoring’.
Public needs to ‘buy into’ proposed RVIPF changes- Elvin G. Grant
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Talking Points co-host Elvin G. Grant has told Governor Daniel Pruce that the public needs to buy into his proposed changes to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).
TAG hosting 'Deals 2 Love' Valentine's sales event throughout February
SLANEY POINT, Tortola, VI- This Valentine’s Day, let your heart race for more than romance and fall in love with the car of your dreams as Tortola Auto Group (TAG), the Virgin Islands' #1 dealership, hosts the "Deals 2 Love" Valentine’s Car Sales Event, happening all February long, from February 1 to February 28, 2025.
Take Opposition Leader on Asia trip for ‘Mano-a-Mano’ dialogue—Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI – Outspoken political commentator and former government consultant Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline is urging the Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), to take Opposition Leader Honourable Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) with him on his upcoming Asia-Pacific visit to facilitate an open and constructive dialogue about the future of the Virgin Islands.
5 Virgin Islanders on ICE’S list for deportation
WASHINGTON DC, USA- The United States (US) Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) non-detained docket lists five citizens of the Virgin Islands with final orders of removal by country of citizenship.
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