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Gov't rubbishes claims of developing a new digital currency
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Virgin Islands Government has shut down claims that it is developing a new digital currency called 'BVI~LIFE' through a partnership with blockchain startup LifeLabs, as reported by some local and international media agencies.
VI & Airbnb ink Hotel Accommodation Tax agreement
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Virgin Islands (VI) and booking service Airbnb have official inked agreements for the voluntary collection of the Hotel Accommodation Tax on transient occupancy.
What you doing here Mehson!
By Thomas C. Famous
“What you doing here Mehson !!” “When you leaving Mehson??”
Two questions, usually said in the same breath, usually asked by almost every friend and family member, whenever they saw me in Tortola.
Jamaican Tony-Ann Singh wins Miss World 2019; VI makes Top 40 for first time
LONDON, United Kingdom - Tony-Ann Singh out of Jamaica is the new Miss World 2019, rising to the top to claim the crown when this year's edition of the beauty pageant was held today December 14, 2019, at the ExCeL London in the United Kingdom.
Mrs BVI Shondrea N. Turnbull placed 6th overall @ Mrs Globe 2019
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Virgin Islands is gradually rising among the bigger nations in ranking at International pageants with Mrs BVI Shondra N. Turnbull coming closest in history according to records.
'Third World' to headline Foxy’s ‘Old Year’s Night’ fest
GREAT HARBOUR, Jost van Dyke, VI – Now an annual event that attracts thousands, this year’s ‘Old Year’s Night’ 2019 celebration at the Foxy’s Tamarind Bar in Jost van Dyke will be headlined by internationally acclaimed reggae band Third World to usher in the new year.
The Thrift Paradox
By Dickson C. Igwe
There are two types of player in the market economy: the producer and the consumer. Producers and consumers can be further described as savers and spenders; and lenders and borrowers. This is an important dichotomy of the marketplace.
AG Baba F. Aziz out by 2020; Hon Fahie says VIslander should hold post
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Ahead of the February 2020 end of contract for current Attorney General (AG), Mr Baba F. Aziz, Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) has signalled that the contract may not be renewed and for his replacement, the government is looking to have the position filled by a Virgin Islander.
'Govt’s goal is to have 60% renewable energy by 2030'- Premier Fahie
ROAD TOWN, Tortola VI - With Anegada on track to have the first Hybrid Renewable Energy System under the state-owned BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC), Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) says the aim of his government is to accelerate Green Development in the territory.
Belle Vue man remanded on drug possession charges
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Ranks of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) arrested and charged Shaquille Benjamin, of Belle Vue on December 7, 2019, for unlawful possession of a controlled drug.
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