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Trust, Confidence and Debt
By Dickson C. Igwe
OK. The 2008 Financial Recession was an example of Dollar redundancy saving the day. The Federal Reserve replaced the impending losses from bad debt from the Sub Prime Mortgage Crisis that could have collapsed the entire western banking system, by creating even more debt. However, this was debt with a difference.
BVI Fish Fete now a 2-day event
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Fish Fete is back, and this year will be a two-day event, kicking off on Saturday, October 19, 2024.
BVI Moves Family Fun Day Walk tomorrow
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Health and Social Development is hosting a Family Fun Day Walk tomorrow, Saturday, October 19, 2024.
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USVI: Elections Supervisor asks court to disqualify Congressional Candidate
VI CONSORTIUM
CROWN BAY, St. Thomas, USVI: On Thursday, October 17, 2024, Elections Supervisor Caroline F. Fawkes filed a complaint in Superior Court, asking that Ida Smith's nomination petition for Delegate to Congress be disqualified.
New medical school will boost VI economy- PHSU President
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- The opening of the Virgin Islands (VI) campus of the Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) will be economically beneficial to the VI according to the university’s President Dr. Gino Natalicchio PhD.
Rebuilt East End/Long Look Community Centre handed over
OLD PLANTATION, Tortola, VI- The East End/Long Look Community Centre has officially been handed over seven years after being destroyed following Hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017.
Former VIF&FC Chair debunks Rosan's article on vehicle policy for Miss BVI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In an article posted on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, on local tabloid Guavaberry Media, Rosemary L. Rosan aka ‘Cindy’ once again accused Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) of abusing his power to “circumvent established committees, and regulations to ensure his wishes are carried out”.
Over $345K awarded to Scrub Island Billfish Series winners
SCRUB ISLAND, VI- More than three hundred thousand dollars in cash prizes have been awarded to the winners of the annual Scrub Island Billfish Series produced by The Marlin Group.
Concrete pump truck topples @ Cane Garden Bay
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- Misfortune struck the operator of a concrete pump truck on Tortola on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.
Approach to promoting VI may need to be revamped- Sharon P. Flax-Brutus
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Interim President of the BVI Yachting, Hotel and Tourism Association Sharon P. Flax-Brutus has said she hopes more money is allocated to the ministry responsible for tourism in the upcoming budget.
Expression of Interest for Prospect Reef out in a ‘few weeks’- Premier
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- It was in September 2023 that Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) said seeing the re-development of Prospect Reef is a priority area for him and that he was looking forward to a Request for Proposal in 2023.
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Deputy Premier in St Maarten for Caribbean Regional Compliance Association Conference
PHILIPSBURG, St Maarten- The Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade, Honourable Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL) is scheduled to address a group of Compliance professionals at the Caribbean Regional Compliance Association (CRCA) Conference in St Maarten on Thursday, October 17, 2024.
Americas approve VI role in international leadership to transform Latin America & the Caribbean
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has been elected by Member States from across the Americas and beyond to serve as a member of the leadership Bureau of the premier regional intergovernmental body within the United Nations (UN) system for advancing the economic and social development of the region, the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC).
Order in Council not necessary- Premier Wheatley to UN
NEW YORK, US- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has reaffirmed the government’s position that the United Kingdom (UK) Order in Council that can suspend the Virgin Islands’ (VI) constitution is not necessary and should be removed as completion of governance reforms is finalised.
Christopher M. Kiwomya resigns as head coach of VI’s national football team
EAST END, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Football Association (BVIFA) has officially announced the departure of Christopher M. Kiwomya as the Head Coach of the Senior Men’s National Team.
The Premier’s passion for self-determination is one reason ‘I will roll with him’- Hon Fraser
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- As the Members of the tri-party Opposition tried their best to justify their pursuit of a No Confidence Motion against Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) during their nearly 3-hour long live radio event on Tuesday evening, October 15, 2024, their most experienced member, Hon Julian Fraser RA (R3), repeatedly came out in support of the young premier.
Simulation exercise @ T.B Lettsome International Airport successful- BVIAA
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) has reported the successful completion of a comprehensive simulation exercise at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on October 10, 2024.
Brewers Bay no longer the forgotten city; Getting some attention!
BREWERS BAY, Tortola, VI- It was last year, following Tropical Storm Philippe, residents of Brewers Bay complained that no one in government was paying them any attention. Roads were eroded, ghut elements had run into the beach, water was settled in the low-lying areas causing a huge increase in mosquitoes, and rocks and fallen trees were seen everywhere.
'Vote of No Confidence' reflects displeasure of the people- Hon Mather
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly and Opposition Member Hon Stacy R. Mather, MBE (AL) has said he stands by the Vote of No Confidence the Opposition Members intend to bring again to the House of Assembly (HoA).
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 is Budget Day!
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) will read his third Budget Address to the nation as Minister of Finance later this month, one of the earliest budget presentations by the government.
4 accused of murdering Matthew D. Daly freed of charge
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The four men who were charged on October 13, 2021, for the murder of businessman Matthew Daly on September 10, 2020, were freed of the charge in the High Court today, October 15, 2024.
USVI: Accused embezzler & fugitive arrested in St. Thomas
SAPPHIRE BEACH, St. Thomas, USVI- A man who police say is a fugitive from justice was arrested on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at a bar on Sapphire Beach, St. Thomas.
Premier Wheatley & UK Ambassador discuss UK-OT international cooperation
NEW YORK, USA- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) and United Kingdom (UK) Ambassador H.E. James Kariuki have discussed international cooperation between the UK and Overseas Territories (OTs) following a United Nations’ (UN) agreement on the ‘Pact for the Future’, a declaration aimed at reforming the international system to encourage a safer, more peaceful, sustainable and inclusive world for tomorrow’s generation.
Increased connectivity 'means a better future for our people'- Premier Wheatley
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) is better connected to the rest of the Caribbean region due to the commencement of flights to and from the VI by Caribbean Airlines.
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TAG vehicles destroyed by fire in Duff's Bottom
DUFF'S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI—A fire destroyed several new vehicles belonging to Tortola Auto Group (TAG) at Duff's Bottom, Tortola early this morning, Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
Leaked document: Cindy Rosan asked for over $1M of taxpayers $$ for being fired
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Rosemary L. Rosan aka ‘Cindy’ has always given the impression that she has the territory at heart, particularly when it comes to taxpayers’ funds; however, a leaked document seems to have exposed the hypocrisy of Ms Rosan, a relentless critic of Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7).
We are 'proud & excited' to have Caribbean Airlines in VI- Hon Rymer
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Caribbean Airlines made its inaugural flight to the Virgin Islands (VI) this morning, October 14, 2024, touching down at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island sometime after 11:00 AM with 62 persons on board.
USVI: Man shot dead in St. Thomas
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- The V.I. Police Department (VIPD) has announced that it is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday morning, October 13, 2024, near the Tequila Bar on Kronprindsens Gade.
LIAT 2020 may already be in trouble?
ST JOHN’S, Antigua- The future of LIAT 2020 hangs in the balance as Allen I. Onyema, CEO of Nigerian airline Air Peace, continues to face mounting charges in the United States.
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AL94 a potential threat to VI- DDM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) continues to monitor AL94 as it continues to move westward across the Atlantic.
Premier Wheatley joins in celebration of Reading is Fun Week 2024
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- Public and private schools across the Territory engaged in activities aimed at encouraging students to develop a love for reading when the Territory observed Reading is Fun Week 2024 from October 7 to 11, 2024.
Opposition to host 3-hour Live radio event on Oct 15
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition will be seeking to engage the public on several issues at a 3-hour live radio event on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
Sunrise Airlines to begin flying to VI in December
ST JOHN’S, Antigua- Even as the Virgin Islands (VI) is set to welcome the inaugural flight of Caribbean Airlines to the territory on Monday, October 14, 2024, and LIAT 2020 is also seeking to fly here soon, another airline is poised to add the Virgin Islands to its list of destinations.
VI edged 0-1 by Cayman Islands in bruising CONCACAF Nations League game
BASSETERRE, St Kitts & Nevis- Despite a battling performance, the Virgin Islands (VI) lost 0-1 to the Cayman Islands in their last game of the CONCACAF Nations League at Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts, and Nevis on Saturday, October 12, 2024.
Monitoring & surveillance vessel ‘Vigilate’ launched
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- On Friday, October 11, 2024, the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change made an official launch of a new motor vessel called Vigilate.
VI welcomes inaugural Caribbean Airlines flight to territory on Monday
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The Virgin Islands will on Monday, October 14, 2024, welcome the inaugural flight of Caribbean Airlines to Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island.
Free Professional Development Series for Educators
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- A free Professional Development Series for Educators in the Virgin Islands (VI) has been launched.
Former VI DPP appointed King’s Counsel in Jamaica
KINGSTON, Jamaica- Former Director of Public Prosecutions in the Virgin Islands (VI), Terrence F. Williams, has been appointed to the rank of King’s Counsel.
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USVI: Legal rum wars
VI CONSORTIUM
CONTANT, St. Thomas, USVI: A local rum manufacturer is suing another business for trademark infringement, after it began selling rum using a similar name.
RVIPF participated in Reading is Fun Week
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Members of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) did their community policing duty by taking part in Reading is Fun Week at schools in the Territory.
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