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The Capital Mix
Dickson C. Igwe
The story on capital in the series asks a question relevant to the layperson in economics: What mix of scarce resources best fits in with the outcome and vision of an investor, policy maker, or even a consumer looking at starting a business? That is key to why the creative management of capital is vital for prosperity.
The plight of the VI homeless a growing problem & source of shame!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Since hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017, there have been a number of residents who have been without shelter because of a lack of insurance and the inability to repair their homes.
VISAR’s ‘Winter Wonderland’ & Holiday Village relocated to Nanny Cay
NANNY CAY, VI- Virgin Islands Search and Rescue’s (VISAR) 4th Annual Fundraiser, VISAR’S Winter Wonderland and Holiday Village, will be held at Nanny Cay this year, moving out from Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park, where it was held for the first 3 years.
Another court win for Wade N. Smith against Governor, HR Dep't & PSC
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - It was on Thursday, August 18, 2022, that Comptroller of Customs Mr. Wade N. Smith was sent on administrative leave without reason in a process that reportedly did not follow the laws and regulations of the Virgin Islands.
Send photos of blocked drains, damaged infrastructure to PWD- Hon Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has revealed that Tropical Storm Philippe, which made landfall on October 3, 2023, caused significant damage to the [British] Virgin Islands' infrastructure.
Ex-Cop Matthews reappointed to BVIPA Board on $900 stipend
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Ex-Commissioner of Police, Mr Micheal B. Matthews has been re-appointed as a board member of the BVI Ports Authority, having served previously on the board since retiring as Top Cop.
The Premier 'is going to need the Opposition'– Hon Fraser
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Ahead of the Opposition's walkout of the House of Assembly (HoA) yesterday, October 31, 2023, senior legislator Hon Julian Fraser RA (R3) blasted Government ministers for not being able to answer questions, and needing to relegate the Question and Answer segment in the House.
USVI's tight budget forecasts doom another clean-up bill
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI – In a contentious debate over fiscal priorities, the USVI Senate Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance grappled with the allocation of the Timeshare Environmental Infrastructure Impact Fee, as Office of Management and Budget Director Jenifer O’Neal voiced strong opposition to diverting $2.5 million to the Waste Management Authority for territorial beautification.
Social Protection Policy inadequate to help people in VI– Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Virgin Islands (VI) Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has called "inadequate", the VI’s current Social Protection Policy, which he says cannot help the people.
Four men gunned down in Trinidad
TRINIDAD GUARDIAN
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad & Tobago - A shooting in Belmont on Sunday night has led to the deaths of four men.
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