Former VI Calypso Monarch 'King Henry' passes
SAN FERNANDO, Trinidad & Tobago- Former Calypso Monarch Ruben Henry, affectionately known as King Henry, who was well known in the Virgin Islands, especially Virgin Gorda, has passed.
Torchlight Procession to launch 71st Emancipation Festival Friday evening
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 71st Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival is set to officially begin this Friday, July 25, 2025, with the much-anticipated Torchlight Procession.
TRC participates in CANTO 2025 in The Bahamas
NASSAU, The Bahamas– The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (Commission) is pleased to share that it participated in the 40th Annual CANTO Conference and Trade Exhibition, held from July 12 to 17, 2025, in Nassau, The Bahamas.
Sheep head & Goat head not the same
Thomas C. Famous
A Caribbean phrase often repeated by the elders when some things which may look similar, but are definitively not the same.
Miss BVI 2025 to be crowned @ Festival Opening Ceremony- Hon Hodge-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - While it was already announced that there would be no Miss BVI 2025 Pageant, the public was reassured that they could still attend a royal celebration with the coronation of last year’s first runner-up, Miss Donyelle D. Hodge, as Miss BVI; however, that too has been changed.
Tourism businesses urged to register for BVITBFC’s database & on website listings
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) is encouraging local tourism industry partners to sign up for business listings on its official tourism website and register on its email database ahead of the new tourist season.
G.O.A.T of gymnastics Simone A. Biles Owens spotted @ Soggy Dollar Bar in JvD
WHITE BAY, Jost van Dyke, VI- Staff and patrons of Soggy Dollar Bar in White Bay, Jost van Dyke, were thrilled to know they were in the company of greatness when Simone A. Biles Owens, widely regarded as one of the greatest gymnasts of all time and one of the greatest Olympians of all time, showed up at the world famous bar recently.
Controversy over VI flag flown below South Africa flag @ Watering Hole
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Recent events have sparked significant concern regarding the display of the Virgin Islands flag at the renowned Watering Hole, a popular restaurant and bar located in the vibrant heart of Road Town, Tortola.
'There are just certain things I don’t want to hear excuses for'- Damion C. Grange
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Talking Points Co-host Damion C. Grange has said certain urgent matters should not have excuses as to why they are not being dealt with.
HoA members lambasted for 'always being late'
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social and political commentary Pastor Claude O. Skelon-Cline has once again put members of the House of Assembly (HoA) on blast, this time, for coming to the House late.
New coffee shop opens on Main Street
MAIN STREET, Tortola, VI- A new coffee shop on Main Street Tortola has opened its doors to meet the coffee and pastry needs of the local community.
Rotary Club of Central Tortola supports mothers with ‘power of words’
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In honour of Maternal and Child Health Month, the Rotary Club of Central Tortola, in partnership with Nagico Insurances and TAG (Tortola Auto Group), donated copies of Walk in Faith and Medicine by Dr Kedrick D. Pickering to the Postnatal Recovery Unit at Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital.
Confusion over who invited Margaret E. Hodge to VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Baroness Margaret E. Hodge, the United Kingdom’s (UK) anti-corruption champion, will visit the Virgin Islands (VI); however, confusion lies as to whether she was sent or invited.
Caribbean Public Services Association wants VI to join
ROSEAU, Dominica- Efforts to secure proper representation for the Virgin Islands (VI) on the Caribbean Public Services Association (CPSA) have fallen short in the past; however, there have been initiatives aimed at integrating the VI into this influential organisation, which comprises 12 member affiliates from across the Caribbean.
VI has requested 'more assistance' from UK to combat organised crime- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands (VI) has reached out to the United Kingdom (UK) for increased assistance in combating organised crime within the territory.
BVIPA security officers complete intensive training to enhance port security
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI– Fifteen security officers from the British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) completed a week-long security training in collaboration with the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). The course was designed to strengthen port safety and security to ensure compliance with local, regional and international standards.
Festival & Fairs Committee taking extra precautions to ensure patrons’ safety
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Extra precautionary measures are being taken to ensure the safety of patrons for this year’s Emancipation Festival.
5 selected to represent VI @FIRST Global Robotics Competition in Panama
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Five students from the Virgin Islands (VI) have been selected to represent the Territory at the 2025 FIRST Global Robotics Competition, scheduled to take place in Panama from October 29 to November 1, 2025.
‘Low pressure’ system to impact VI Wednesday/Thursday- DDM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- An area of low pressure in the Atlantic Ocean, about 700 miles east-southeast of the Virgin Islands, is producing showers and storms.
VI Premier ‘looking forward to Foreign Secretary’s decision’ on Order in Council
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The controversial Order in Council to suspend the Virgin Islands Constitution remains in place despite a recent trip to the United Kingdom (UK) by Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7); however, the Premier is looking forward to Foreign Secretary David L. Lammy making a final decision on it later this month.
New partnership allows Macao University of Tourism students to intern in VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI-The Government of the Virgin Islands (VI), through its Asia Pacific Office, has established a new partnership with Rosewood Little Dix Bay Resort.
RT contractors allege theft of materials for festival booths
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Contractors in the Road Town area have been hit by a series of thefts of materials on construction sites recently, which they allege are used for the construction of booths for the Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival.
AA to add 'late night & early morning' flights to Miami-VI route
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- American Airlines (AA) is increasing flights to the Virgin Islands (VI), a move welcomed by the BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA).
BVIPA announces extended hours & holiday closure
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The public is advised that the BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA) will be extending clearance hours to accommodate the upcoming Emancipation Festival holiday closure.
Ojonte A. Ellis & Surayya M. Stevens crowned Prince & Princess 2025
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI– In a dazzling display of talent and charisma, Ojonte A. Ellis and Surayya M. Stevens triumphed in the fierce competition for the titles of 2025 Virgin Islands Prince and Princess.
Police come under gunfire in Duff's Bottom
DUFF'S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- In what has been considered a rare incident, ranks of the Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) reportedly came under gunfire last night, Saturday, July 19, 2025.
Coconut reigns again as tart wars return to Frederiksted
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTEAD, St Croix, USVI- Tart Wars made a triumphant return to the west of St Croix, US Virgin Islands (USVI) on Saturday, July 19, 2025, drawing large crowds and providing a major boost to local vendors in its second installment. The event, organised by West Gyul, followed up on last year’s successful debut with another day filled with games, community spirit, and, of course, tarts.
Fashion powerhouse Lana Rae & Neil Dawson to host Summer Sizzle BVI 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Caribbean’s most glamorous fashion celebration returns to the Virgin Islands for its milestone 15th anniversary, from July 24–27, 2025.
38 ESHS students complete On-The-Job Training within Public Service
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Thirty-Eight (38) students from Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) have successfully completed an On-The-Job Training within the Public Service, as part of the Department of Human Resources’ Apprenticeship Programme.
Farley & Johnson comfortably win Beef Island Beach 10K
LONG BAY BEACH, Beef Island, VI- Veteran road racers Julius Farley and Rosmond Johnson had no challengers when the Beef Island Beach 10K was run on Saturday, July 19, 2025.
CIBC Caribbean invites nominees for the Unsung Heroes Campaign
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Members of the public are being invited to nominate members of the Virgin Islands (VI) community who have made a difference in the past 12 months for the 2025 CIBC Caribbean Unsung Heroes Campaign.
Three students receive Asia Abroad Scholarships
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Three Virgin Islanders are the latest awardees of the BVI Asia Abroad Scholarship.
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USVI: Man arrested after alleged gun threat, home theft & SUV tampering
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- A man is now facing charges in two separate cases following his arrest on Wednesday.
Man shot in Long Bush last night
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- A man was left nursing gunshot injuries following a shooting incident last night, Friday, July 18, 2025.
4 BVIEC linesmen graduate from inaugural Live-Line Training Programme
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Four linesmen are now certified following the successful completion of a 12 week Live-Line Training Programme.
9 inmates receive high school certificates through VIHCP
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- On Wednesday, July 16, 2025, a group of determined individuals proved that it’s never too late to change the course of your life.
UPDATE: 2 males held by police are 17-year-olds; Glock pistol seized- RVIPF
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The two individuals taken into custody on Thursday morning, July 17, 2025, after they were found to be acting suspiciously around one of the banks in Road Town, are 17-year-olds, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) stated in a press release this afternoon.
The road to war: China Rising
By Dickson C. Igwe
Now, the Anti- China culture of the USA has been a veritable lesson in hypocrisy.
Meeting with OTs Minister was 'engaging & productive'- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has reaffirmed the territory's commitment to international cooperation in the fight against illicit finance.
VI would be 'better' upon CoI completion- Bermuda’s Minister for Home Affairs
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA- Bermuda’s Minister for Home Affairs, Hon Alexa N.H. Lightborne, has said the Virgin Islands (VI) can only be better following the conclusion of the implementation of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) reforms.
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