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Society must do more for youths in conflict with law- Chief Justice Pereira
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Chief Justice Hon Dame Janice M. Pereira, DBE has called for society to do more for persons in conflict with the law, especially youths who she says often face stigma and end up returning to a life of crime.
Rupert ‘Buck’ Vanterpool Sr honored as 57th VI Easter Festival opens
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Despite a late start to the night’s events on Mach 30, 2024, patrons at the Virgin Gorda Easter Festival ‘Glow N’ Fete Night’ which was the official opening night of the %7th festival village, were thoroughly entertained into the wee hours of the morning with musical acts and performances.
Fake or imitation? pick your choice
Alred C. Frett
They may try, but reality can never be replaced: We are still in a hole, and still digging deeper, but these are facts that you already realize. However, getting 'Truth to the Youth' is harder when leaders appear so comfortable as they head in the wrong direction... Nonetheless, we have a sacred obligation to deliver the Message, because, using ignorance & denial as ladders, they will never free us, and if you doubt this, just close your eyes, and start walking.
High Surf Advisory in effect for VI until Tuesday, April 2, 2024
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Settled atmospheric conditions in association with the Atlantic high-pressure system coupled with low moisture levels across the region will continue to restrict significant showers in the Virgin Islands for today, March 30, 2024.
Value & Supply Chain
Dickson C. Igwe
OK. The scope, type, and value of capital assets sitting in the Virgin Islands require observation, assessment, and evaluation. Why? Detailed assessment of the wealth-generating assets of the Virgin Islands – the capital mix- is beneficial for economic and social planning. It is also important information for organizations and businesses, both local and international. The innovative management of capital is key to the Virgin Islands' prosperity.
Historic win for VI against USVI; Advances for 1st time in World Cup qualifying
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The some 500 persons in attendance at A.O. Shirley Grounds on March 26, 2024, witnessed history created as the [British] Virgin Islands not only defeated the US Virgin Islands (USVI) for the first time in a CONCACAF World Cup qualifying fixture but they also advanced to the second round for the first time.
UPDATE: VI beat USVI on penalties in 2nd leg of World Cup Qualifying
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The [British] Virgin Islands (VI) earned a spot in Group E of CONCACAF Qualifing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a 4-2 win on penalties in the second leg tie against the US Virgin Islands at A.O. Shirley Ground on Tuesday, March 26, 2024.
VI draw 1-1 with USVI to take slight advantage in World Cup Qualifier
UPPER BETHLEHEM, St Croix, USVI- The [British] Virgin Islands (VI) came away from a tough CONCACAF first-round Qualifier for the FIFA World Cup 2026 against the US Virgin Islands (USVI) with a 1-1 draw on March 22, 2024, giving them the slight edge ahead of the second leg on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, in Tortola.
Opposition members funded music festivals when they were in Gov’t – Dr Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Virgin Islands (VI) Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has defended his Government’s investments in local music festivals as events that boost the economy, despite criticisms from the VIrgin Islands (VI) opposition that the events are a waste of money.
VI ready to ‘fight’ for 90+ minutes against USVI in CONCACAF Qualifiers today
UPPER BETHLEHEM, St Croix, USVI- The CONCACAF Qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup start this Friday, March 22, 2024, with the first leg matches of the First Round.
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