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Shein implements drastic U.S price hike as tariff changes loom
VI CONSORTIUM
GUANGDONG, China- Fast-fashion retailer Shein Group Ltd. has significantly raised prices across its U.S. product lines, encompassing everything from clothing to household goods. These price increases, effective as of April 25, have been implemented in anticipation of substantial tariffs and the removal of a critical customs exemption by U.S. authorities. Such policy changes target low-cost imports from China, directly impacting Shein and similar companies, and ultimately, American consumers.
Hon de Castro hopeful designs for new ASPS will be made public soon
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— "Very soon, I am hopeful that we will be able to come to the public with the design and ultimately move towards construction later sometime this year.”
Utility company from Antigua wins 2025 CARILEC Lineworkers Rodeo
WICKHAM’S CAY I, Tortola, VI- Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) are the 2025 CARILEC Lineworkers Rodeo champions.
Immigration & Passport (Amendment) Bill, 2025 passes in HoA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Immigration and Passport (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which-among other things- clarified the path to belongership, what is meant by ‘ordinarily resident’ and proposed benefits for immigration officers, was passed in the House of Assembly (HoA) on April 24, 2025.
Junior Frankie Williams ordered deported from VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Junior Frankine Williams is the latest person to be ordered deported from the Virgin Islands.
A Symphony of Blooms: Virgin Islands Horticultural Society hosts spectacular Horticultural Fair & 4-day Workshop
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– The Virgin Islands Horticultural Society proudly presents its highly anticipated Symphony of Blooms, a vibrant celebration of community, plants, and creativity. Set against a stunning natural backdrop, this event promises a delightful experience for fun seekers, families, and plant enthusiasts.
2025 CARILEC Lineworkers Rodeo gets underway on Tortola
WICKHAM'S CAY I, Tortola, VI- The CARILEC Lineworkers Rodeo 2025 is underway behind Ralph T. O'Neal Administration Complex on Tortola in the Virgin Islands.
USVI Lottery reopens after refusing $1M ransom demand
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, ST Croix, USVI- The [US] Virgin Islands Lottery (VIL) has announced that it will reopen for business at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, following weeks of disruptions caused by a cyberattack on its systems.
Tortola's Ghostinyou to defend Governor's Cup title @ STT Carnival Races on Friday
ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- Horse racing resumes at Clinto E. Phipps Racetrack in Estate Bovoni on St Thomas, US Virgin Islands (USVI) on Friday, May 2, 2025.
VI strengthens counter-terrorist financing measures with updated risk assessment
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands on Friday, April 25, 2025, published its Terrorist Financing Risk Assessment 2025, reflecting the Territory’s continued efforts to safeguard the integrity of its financial system, and its commitment to evolving international standards in counter-terrorist financing.
FSC warns of doing business with Daria Nowicka
PASEA ESTATE, Tortola, VI- The BVI Financial Services Commission (FSC) is alerting members of the public that Daria Nowicka has not been authorised to conduct business in the Virgin Islands (VI).
No mass deportations of expats with new immigration reforms—Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The government of the Virgin Islands has no intention of deporting expatriates en masse, according to Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), responding to concerns raised during a House of Assembly (HoA) debate on amendments to the immigration laws on April 22, 2025.
USVI: Judge allows loan for Silver/Seaborne as airline battle Chap 11
VI CONSORTIUM
FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida, USA- The judge overseeing the Silver Airways/Seaborne Virgin Islands Chapter 11 bankruptcy case has given permission for the airlines to obtain a new loan of up to $5.5 million. However, in order to obtain the financing, they must auction off “substantially all of their assets” no later than May 29.
$12K raised for VI Alzheimer’s Association @ Bamboushay’s weekly quiz night
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A special weekly event held at Bamboushay Restaurant and Lounge raised $12,000 for the Virgin Islands Alzheimer’s Association.
VI committed to transforming electricity infrastructure- Premier Wheatley
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said the Virgin Islands (VI) is committed to the transformation of its electric power infrastructure.
The Bondholder's Checkmate
By Dickson C. Igwe
Events in the USA clearly reveal the power of one group of investors as omnipotent and possessing power that MAGA and Donald Trump better understand.
15th Summer Sizzle BVI set for July 23-28, 2025
NEW YORK, USA- The Caribbean’s most anticipated fashion fête returns in full force as Summer Sizzle BVI celebrates its dazzling 15th anniversary, July 23–28, 2025.
Lineworkers are ‘unsung heroes’- Hon Kye M. Rymer
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Lineworkers have been called unsung heroes by Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5).
'Colonies shouldn’t exist’: Fulbright scholar endorses VI’s push for sovereignty
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence at H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC), Dr Hope K. McCoy has thrown her full support behind the Territory's aspirations for independence, stating unequivocally, “All nations should have their sovereignty. Colonies shouldn’t exist.”
'We will deliver' on ports improvements for Anegada- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to delivering improved port infrastructure to the people of Anegada, citing the principle of equity and the pressing need to serve both residents and the tourism sector.
Reintroduce task-force to tackle 'large' illegal immigrant population in VI- Hon Penn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Opposition Member of the House of Assembly (HoA) Honourable Marlon A. Penn (R8) has called for the re-establishment of a dedicated task force to tackle what he describes as “a large force of persons who are here illegally.”
Family & Juvenile Unit ‘heavily understaffed’- Constable Tresan R. Sharpe
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The Family and Juvenile Unit of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is “heavily understaffed”.
Robberies doubled in 1st quarter of 2025 in VI- RVIPF
ROSD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Although the first quarter of 2025 saw reductions in serious offences such as sexual offences by 42%, serious assaults by 17%, and other burglaries by 44%, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is drawing attention to concerning increases in other areas that have contributed to a net rise in overall crime.
VI bracing for record participation in 2025 CARILEC Lineworkers Rodeo
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- 14 utility companies and 8 regional and international businesses have completed registration to participate in the highly anticipated 2025 CARILEC Lineworkers Rodeo, taking place on Sunday, April 27, 2025, on the grounds behind the Ralph T. O’Neal Administration Complex in Road Town, Tortola.
Masked men seen near a local bank arrested; firearm & ammo recovered
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has said it has arrested two men and recovered a firearm, along with ammunition, following reports of two masked men seen in the vicinity of a local bank during the early morning hours of Thursday, April 24, 2025.
UK police commissioners 'were not perfect, I'm not perfect'- Acting CoP Vanterpool
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP) Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has said she accomplished much during her latest acting period, despite the challenges.
HLSCC harnesses technology to protect VI reefs with 'digital reefs' initiative
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College’s (HLSCC) Centre for Applied Marine Studies (CAMS) recently completed an exciting new project aimed at bolstering the Territory’s capacity to monitor and research coral reefs using advanced imaging technology.
‘We are not xenophobes, we are just patriots’- Premier on immigration reform
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— “This immigration reform that we are undertaking, there may be some persons who won't like it,” Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) said in defence of his government’s immigration reform efforts during the continuation of the 3rd Sitting of the 2nd Session of the 5th House of Assembly on April 22, 2025.
Health Minister favours upgrading clinic on Anegada over costly medevac
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has said he is leaning more towards upgrading the medical facility on Anegada than investing in a vessel for medical evacuations.
VI welcomes home its triumphant CARIFTA 2025 contingent
BEEF ISLAND, VI—The Virgin Islands (VI) welcomed home its CARIFTA 2025 athletes— the Advent Heartbeat Drum Corps, and the BVI Chess Club—during a modest ceremony held Tuesday, 23 April, 2025, attended by government leaders, sports administrators, families, and well-wishers.
Carlene Herbert In! Scherrie N. Griffin Out! as Supervisor of Elections
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Ms Carlene Herbert has been appointed Supervisor of Elections effective March 10, 2025, replacing Scherrie N. Griffin, who has transitioned to the Attorney General’s Chambers.
Death of Pope: Premier Wheatley extends condolences to Catholics
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has extended condolences to Catholics in the Virgin Islands, following the passing of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025.
Jacqueline E. Vanterpool says she has not yet reapplied for CoP position
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police (CoP) Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has said she has not yet reapplied for the CoP position.
BVICC ready to be empowered as ‘watchdog of our nation’
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- “We are ready to be empowered to continue our assignment as the ‘watchdog of our nation and the conscience of our community, which was given to us by our Lord Jesus Christ,” the BVI Christian Council (BVICC) has declared ahead of the installation service for its new executive committee.
119 Naturalised as British Overseas Territories Citizens
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- 119 persons are now British Overseas Territories Citizens following two ceremonies held at Government House on March 25 and 28, 2025.
HLSCC's 2nd Fulbright Scholar Dr Hope K. McCoy is 'a different type of instructor'
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI – The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College's (HLSCC) second Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence, Dr Hope K. McCoy, a distinguished global scholar and Stanford University lecturer, is already creating ripples of marked intellectual exchange across the institution and territory.
Without expats, the VI would turn into a ‘slum’- Hon Turnbull
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition Member Hon Melvin M. Turnbull (R2) has said the Virgin Islands (VI) of today exists because of expats' contributions towards nation building.
VG sees 'youthful' Easter Monday Parade
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The 2025 edition of the Virgin Gorda Easter Monday Parade appeared to be the changing of the guards, as it was more of a youthful parade on April 21, 2025.
'We have a plan' how to better pay health workers- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has said he has heard the cries of staff within the health sector for better pay.
CoI related scrutiny delaying Anegada land distribution- Hon Fraser
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— “The government of the Virgin Islands’ policy is to make land available to every citizen as long as it's available, and Anegadians are no exception. We are making the land available to you."
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