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Local heavy equipment operators hit by higher diesel cost @the pump
EAST END, Tortola, VI- Many heavy equipment operators across the Virgin Islands (VI), including on the sister islands, have been hit hard by the higher cost of diesel.
UK abstains from vote to recognise slave trade as 'gravest crime against humanity'
NEW YORK CITY, New York, USA- The United Kingdom (UK), which continues to benefit from slavery to this day, was one of 52 abstentions from a United Nations (UN) vote recognising the transatlantic slave trade as “the gravest crime against humanity” and calling on the UK and other former colonial powers to pay reparations for the slave trade.
The late Astrid C. Wenzke remembered for invaluable contribution to VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Governor of the Virgin Islands, Daniel Pruce, has expressed deep sadness over the passing of Mrs Astrid C. Wenzke, a cherished and longstanding member of the community. Her unwavering commitment to others touched countless lives across the Virgin Islands.
New modern Birth & Death Certificates introduced
ROAD TOW, Tortola, VI- New, modern and more secure Birth and Death Certificates have been launched by the Civil Registry and Passport Office.
27 athletes to represent VI @Carifta 53 in Grenada
DUFF’S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- The BVI Athletics Association (BVIAA) officially announced Team Virgin Islands (VI), comprising 27 young athletes, for Carifta 53 on Thursday, March 26, 2026.
12 young swimmers to compete @ VISF Long Course Championships
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Twelve young swimmers from the BVI Barracudas Swim Club will compete this weekend at the Virgin Islands Swimming Federation (VISF) Long Course Championships in St Croix at the Dolphins Pool.
Opposition vows to support government in matters relating to CoI reforms
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Opposition Members in the Virgin Islands (VI) House of Assembly (HoA) have vowed to support the government over what was referred to as a ‘perfect storm’ over several issues in the VI, including matters related to the implementation of the recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) report.
Late legislator Carvin Malone to lie in state from Feb 1, 2024
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The official funeral of former legislator Mr Carvin Malone will be held on Friday, February 2, 2023, at the Multi-purpose Sports Complex.
BVI Tourist Board to manage VI Festival & Fairs Committee
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands has approved the transfer of the functions of the VI Festival and Fairs Committee (VIF&FC) to the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB).
Governor could force same-sex marriage on VI with additional powers- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Governor being given additional powers could result in some of the [British] Virgin Islands’ worst fears: legalising same-sex marriage and passing the controversial Police Act.
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