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Turning the other cheek or an eye for an eye
By Alred C. Frett
There will be Wars & Rumours of Wars:
This is the British Virgin Islands, and we are far from the War Zone, but our recent rates of Deaths would give the impression that we are much closer… Nonetheless, bear in mind that we should never ignore what is going on around us, because we are still a part of the World, and not apart from it… In these troubled times, and this troubled World, our focus should be on prevention even more than cure.
VI Gov't looking to give additional budgetary support to RVIPF- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islands (VI) Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has announced that the government is looking at ways to give more money to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) to bolster its crime-fighting capacity.
Social Security Board celebrates its 45th anniversary
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Social Security Board (SSB) is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year and has unveiled an anniversary logo.
‘We have to bring back’ horse racing in memory of Eileene L. Parsons- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Describing the late former legislator and cultural icon Mrs Eileene L. Parsons, OBE, as a sports enthusiast who had a great love for softball and horse racing, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said horse racing should return not only because it is a pastime of the Virgin Islands but also in memory of Mrs Parsons.
Tenders invited for removal & disposal of derelict vessels from SCB Harbour
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) is inviting tenders from eligible and qualified contractors for the removal and disposal of derelict vessels from the Sea Cows Bay Harbour.
‘Everyone benefits’ with enhancing VI as tourist destination- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has called on the community and the private sector to embrace the Road Town Partnership Project (RTP).
Violet Thomas-Gaul installed as President of Rotary Club of Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, Virgin Islands- Mrs Violet Thomas-Gaul is the new President of the Rotary Club of Tortola.
Farley gets the better of Ricketts in 10K series opener
CARROT BAY, Tortola, VI- Jermaine A. Ricketts got the better of Julius Farley in the just concluded 5K road racing series; however, Farley has so far turned the tables in the 10K series.
Expect ‘nonstop vibes all day’ @ Xmas in July- BVI Tourist Board
POND BAY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Live music, grilled/BBQ cuisine, island culture, and nonstop vibes all day long are what the BVI Tourist Board and Film Commission (BVITBFC) says patrons can expect when Xmas in July is held at Pond Bay on July 26, 2025.
18 Pool Technicians in VI receive international certification
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Eighteen pool technicians in the Virgin Islands have been certified after completing a two-day Certified Pool/Spa Operator (CPO) training programme held at Maria’s By the Sea on June 27 and 28, 2025.
‘She was the Soil’: Hon de Castro pays tribute to late Parsons with poem
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As legislators spoke at length in their tribute to the late former legislator and cultural icon Mrs Eileene L. Parsons, OBE, aka ‘Miss P’, at the Special Sitting of the House of Assembly (HoA) on July 1, 2025, Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL) chose to do hers via a poem she wrote herself in honour of Parsons.
Despite the complaints, ‘you are living your best life’ in VI- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Talk show host and pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has said everyone is living their best lives in the Virgin Islands (VI) right now.
BVIEC reports 24% reduction in electricity costs for recent billing cycles
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) Financial Controller, Mr Florencio Taray, has addressed frequently asked questions from the public regarding the revised, transparent electricity bill that came into effect in April 2025.
Honour late Eileene L. Parsons by 'taking up mantle of patriotism'- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has encouraged all residents of the Virgin Islands (VI) to emulate the patriotism exhibited by the late Eileene L. Parsons, OBE.
BVIPA offices & warehouses will be closed on July 7, 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA) is informing members of the public that its offices and warehouses on Tortola and Virgin Gorda will be closed to the public on Monday, July 7, 2025.
VICA recognises 249th anniversary of Emancipation
LONG LOOK, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Communal Association (VICA) is celebrating 249 years of Emancipation with a wide range of activities.
St John Food Fair honouree Barbara Hendricks pays tribute to late Tortola mother
CRUZ BAY, St John, USVI- A woman with strong roots on Tortola, Barbara Hendricks, owner of a home-based bakery, was recognised as the honouree at the St John Food Fair in the US Virgin Islands on Monday, June 30, 2025.
‘Limit the use of flesh & feathers’ @ 2025 August Monday Parade- Opposition Leader
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition Leader Honourable Myron V. Walwyn (R6) has called for persons participating in the 2025 August Monday Parade to be more modest in their costume selection.
Governor Daniel Pruce to undergo shoulder surgery while in UK
LONDON, England, UK- Governor Daniel Pruce will undergo surgery on his shoulder while in the United Kingdom (UK).
Gov’t urged to find ways to honour the late Eileene L. Parsons OBE
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI – Former legislator Shereen D. Flax-Charles has called for more initiatives to honour the late former legislator and cultural icon, Ms Eileene L. Parsons, OBE, known affectionately as 'Miss P.'
Cocaine-laden vessel was chased into VI waters; 4 DR men charged- Acting CoP
OIL NUT BAY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The cocaine-laden vessel that crashed into rocks at Oil Nut Bay on Virgin Gorda on June 17, 2025, had ended up in Virgin Islands waters after being chased by law enforcement authorities while in St Martin waters.
Murder accused Small Brent no longer in VI- ACoP Vanterpool
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Accused murderer Trinidadian John Emmanuel, aka Brent Dawn Emmanuel and Small Brent, is no longer in the Virgin Islands (VI), Acting Commissioner of Police (ACoP) Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has confirmed.
Ting a Ling 2 wins Lowell Wheatley Anegada Pursuit Race
ROAD HARBOUR, Tortola, VI- Ting a Ling 2 emerged the winner of the 2025 Lowell Wheatley Anegada Pursuit Race.
‘I have questions for all the ministers’- Hon Stacy R. Mather
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Opposition and Alliance member Hon Stacy R. Mather (AL) has said he has questions for every member on the government’s side of the House of Assembly (HoA), during the next sitting.
Elvin G. Grant questions $7.25 minimum wage taking effect today
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Talking Points co-host Elvin G. Grant has said the cost of living and minimum wage in the Virgin Islands (VI) need to be looked at by the government.
Deputy Premier represents the VI at UN Ocean Conference in France
NICE, France- Deputy Premier and Minister for Natural Resources and Climate Change Honourable Julian Fraser RA attended the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), held in Nice, France.
Governor should allow our systems to 1st be exhausted- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Although criticised for showing zero faith in local systems and procedures by stating he was asking the governor to investigate matters relating to the closure of the Bank of Asia (BVI) Ltd and government’s investment in it, the controversial Opposition Leader Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) has; nevertheless, reportedly gone ahead and officially written his request to Governor Daniel Pruce.
Boat Velocity wins 2025 One VI Poker Run
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- The 4th edition of the One VI Poker Run held in the Virgin Islands was successfully held on Sunday, June 29, 2025.
Small crowd @ BVI Music Beach Festival in CGB
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- The two-day BVI Music Beach Festival wrapped up in Cane Garden Bay with electrifying performances by Jamaican artistes I-Octane and Kalado on Saturday, June 28, 2025.
VI fielding 10 players @ Jr Caribbean Squash Championships in Cayman Islands
GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands- The Junior National Squash Team is currently in the Cayman Islands for the Junior Caribbean Squash Championships.
USVI: Governor Bryan abandons legal fight over salary repeal
VI CONSORTIUM
FRDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The Governor of the US Virgin Islands, Albert A. Bryan Jr, has confirmed he will not pursue legal action against the 36th Legislature’s efforts to roll back his salary increase.
RVIPF officers complete Regional Armed Police Training in Bermuda
HAMILTON, Bermuda– Officers from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) were among regional participants who recently completed an intensive eight-week ‘Train-the-Trainer’ programme in Bermuda, designed to strengthen armed policing capabilities across the British Overseas Territories.
'Investment in our people is critical'- Hon Lorna G. Smith OBE
NECKER ISLAND, VI- "The BVI has developed into a financial hub that offers tested, responsive regulatory frameworks, access to financial infrastructure, and experienced service providers with the technical depth and sector fluency fintech demands."
BVI Restaurant Week kicks off today
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The return of BVI Restaurant Week 2025 begins today, Saturday, June 28, 2025, as BVI Food Fete 2025 continues with its calendar of events.
Arrest made in murder case of Airport Fire Officer Eric Albert
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- During a police operation on Friday, June 27, 2025, officers conducted an apartment raid in the Greenland area of Tortola, resulting in the arrest of an underage schoolboy allegedly linked to the murder of Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport Fire Officer Eric Albert.
24 graduate from VISTS
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI – The Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies (VISTS) held its graduation ceremony on Friday, June 27th, 2025, at the New Testament Church of God International Worship Centre in Baughers Bay.
PS Dr Marcia Potter is retiring
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr Marcia Potter, is retiring from the Public Service.
David D Archer to act as Governor until August 2, 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Deputy Governor Mr. David D. Archer Jr. will serve as the Acting Governor until August 2, 2025.
War and Capitalism
By Dickson C. Igwe
Now, war has historically been the driver of history, economics and industry. Western prosperity is a product of the battlefield.
Jamaica to ask King Charles to refer reparations for slavery issue to Privy Council
KINGSTON, Jamaica- Jamaica will ask King Charles to request legal advice on the issue of slavery reparations from the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council, the final court of appeal for UK overseas territories and some Commonwealth nations.
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