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Turkey PM Erdogan threatens to ban Facebook and YouTube
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Turkey's PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan says his government could ban Facebook and YouTube, arguing that opponents are using social media to attack him.
DR Congo warlord Germain Katanga found guilty at ICC
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The International Criminal Court has found Congo militia leader Germain Katanga guilty of war crimes but acquitted him of sexual offences.
Ukraine crisis: Obama urges Putin to pursue diplomacy
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US President Barack Obama has urged Russia's Vladimir Putin to seek a diplomatic solution to the crisis in Ukraine, in a lengthy telephone call.
Intl. bodies ‘shift goalpost’ on requirements – Errol George
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Director of the Financial Investigation Agency (FIA) Mr Errol George told the Standing Finance Committee (SFC) that it was difficult to anticipate future need for resources for the agency he heads because international bodies such as the Financial Action Task Force continue to shift the goalpost.
Anticipation high as Who’s Next Top 7@7 finals nears!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – With anticipation nearing fever pitch for the seventh annual Top 7@7 Who’s Next finals, organisers of the Follow The Movement (FTM) Group have revealed that preparations are just about ninety percent complete ahead of this weekend’s performances.
Another local targeted this time Dean Fahie
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Department of Human Resources has emerged with allegations against Deputy Commissioner of Customs, Mr Dean Fahie arising from an alleged human smuggling operation where the Virgin Islands (VI) was used as a point of entry for Brazilian nationals en route to the United States of America (USA).
D’Nae Daniel calls for unity to stop crime
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The extent of crimes in the Virgin Islands (VI) is obviously something that has not only seen the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) and other adults affected but also the very young minds of society, little D’Nae being one of them.
Donald E. de Castro protests non-compliance with labour code
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Commentator Donald E. de Castro has decried the fact that even after changes in the legislation governing the Territory’s labour laws where it highlights that only employers can apply for permits, this has not been the case.
UPDATE: More than just cakes, it’s an experience – Gorvey A. Henry
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Local entrepreneur and cake artist, Gorvey A. Henry aka ‘cake boss’ has shrugged off suggestions that his novelty business might be ill affected given the present harsh economy and noted that he didn’t just make cakes, but offered an experience as well.
STS Rippers prevail in bowling tourney
DUFFS BOTTOM, Tortola, VI – Another action packed Tuesday Night at the Save the Seed Energy Centre saw the STS Rippers cling onto to top spot in the BVI Amateur Bowling Association’s Handicap Bowling League despite losing two games.
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