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How Did We Get Here?
By Donald E. de Castro - “too old to be intimidated”
History is always an important aspect of life, whether it is a village, town, city, country or the world; therefore it is important that history is always properly recorded. In this respect it is always necessary and important that every-one try to keep track of what is happening around us as there is that possibility some information recorded may not always be accurate and by paying attention such errors may be corrected before it is too late.
'Festival is not a Carnival' - Donald E. De Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Social and Political commentator Donald E. De Castro is on a mission to improve Festival activities saying that presently they do not reflect the significance of what is being celebrated.
Chlorine, fluoride in water cause cancer – Dr Howard A. Berg
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – A medical practitioner believes that the chlorine and fluoride used to purify water can cause cancer and other illnesses and cautions against continuing to be exposed to these harmful chemicals.
Controversial NHI scheme to begin Jan 2015 – Roy Barry
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The National Health Insurance scheme should be operational by January 2015 and according to Deputy Director of the Social Security Board Mr Roy Barry, private insurers are set to be on board with it and will be offering options to allow persons to continue their private insurance to supplement what the NHI is offering.
Misleading Headlines! Why?
by Donald E. de Castro - “too old to be intimidated”
It is interesting to note that so many of us are interested in freedom of speech, freedom of expression and freedom of information, it is interesting to note how many are quick to misinform others; it is also interesting to note how quickly we are to believe everything that we read.
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.
R-E-S-P-E-C-T! Hon. Walwyn calls for improved behaviour in HOA.
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Minister for Education and Culture Hon. Myron V. Walwyn has suggested an early New Year's Resolution in the House of Assembly (HOA) in making a request for peace and harmony as Members conduct their business in the coming year.
Knowledge of slavery required for true Emancipation celebration - Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Talk Show host, Cromwell Smith aka Edju En Ka is of the belief that a stronger, more intimate knowledge of slavery is required in order to celebrate the Virgin Islands annual Emancipation Festival in its proper context.
This is not an expat Carnival!– Donald E. de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – “A complete disaster,” were the words of commentator and social activist Mr Donald E. deCastro in describing the Road Town segment of the just ended 2013 Emancipation Festival Parade.
It’s a Festival, Not a Carnival
By Donald E. de Castro- “too old to be intimidated”
A Carnival is a festive season which occurs immediately before lent, the main events are usually during February. Carnival typically involves a public celebration or parade combining some elements of a circus, mask and public street party. Over the past 30 to 40 years throughout the Caribbean, because Carnivals have become money making event many countries and territories now have their carnival at different times of the year.
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