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May 13th, 2026
BVI Chamber of Commerce & Trade Department secure early healthcare partnership progress during Colombia Trade Mission

BOGOTA, Colombia- The BVI Chamber of Commerce, working alongside the Virgin Islands Trade Department, has announced significant early progress following its recent strategic mission to Colombia focused on healthcare partnerships, trade expansion, sustainability, and investment opportunities.

May 13th, 2026
Dr June M. Samuel not among 104 applicants for BVISHA CEO post- Health Minister

BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), has confirmed that a new CEO for the British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) will soon be appointed.

May 13th, 2026
The Mark H. Vanterpoool-led PLM to have first event today!

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Just as was first and accurately reported by our news centre on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, a new political party has emerged.

May 13th, 2026
Bahamas Prime Minister Philip E. Davis secures historic 2nd term

NASSAU, Bahamas- Bahamian Prime Minister Philip E. Davis and the ruling Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) secured a decisive victory in the 2026 Bahamas general election, marking the first time in nearly three decades that a Bahamian leader has won two consecutive terms in office.

May 13th, 2026
U11 children born in VI to expat parents get visa exemption

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Children under 11 years of age born in the Virgin Islands (VI) to parents who are ordinarily resident in the Territory no longer require a visa to reside.

May 12th, 2026
Hantavirus risk to VI remains low- Ministry of Health

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Health and Social Development has said it is closely monitoring a reported hantavirus cluster linked to a cruise vessel outside of the Caribbean region, and is reassuring the public that the current risk to the Virgin Islands remains low.

May 12th, 2026
Gov't working hard to find $$ for salary hike for healthcare workers- Health Minister

BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Healthcare workers in the Virgin Islands have been under tremendous pressure and have expressed concerns regarding their salaries and working conditions.

May 12th, 2026
1 injured in smashup involving SUV & oil tanker truck @ Manuel Reef

MANUEL REEF, Tortola, VI- Sometime before 10:00 AM, today, Tuesday, May 12, 2026, an accident occurred at Manuel Reef on Tortola after an SUV reportedly attempted to overtake an oil tanker truck.

May 12th, 2026
NDP snubbed? Mark H. Vanterpool to bring his own party for 2027 elections!

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The fallout following the April 2026 election of a new Chairman for the Opposition National Democratic Party (NDP) continues. Current Opposition Leader Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) won the election in a landslide victory over former legislator and prominent businessman Mr Mark H. Vanterpool, 65 votes to 29.

May 12th, 2026
'TVET, is not a Plan B, it is our Plan A'- Hon Sharie B. de Castro

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) has been described as the future of the Virgin Islands by Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Hon Sharie B. de Castro (AL).

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