By Dr. Craig Stoutt, Contributor Think about the last time that you fully felt energized and at peace. For many of us, that comes from a good, wholesome meal. Yet, many Virgin Islanders wake up every day unsure of where […]

By Dickson Igwe, Contributor This investigative writer wannabe adopts the culture of the criminal investigator in deciding what political group is likely to win the Virgin Islands General Election in a number of months. As stated in the preceding narrative, […]

Former Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) Premier Michael Misick has been sentenced following his conviction on corruption charges, bringing one of the Caribbean’s longest-running political corruption cases closer to a conclusion. Misick was sentenced to four years and 26 days […]

Despite persistent public complaints that businesses are overlooking Virgin Islanders in favour of imported labour, businessman and political leader Mark Vanterpool has argued that the bigger issue is a shortage of locals willing to take up available jobs. Speaking on […]

A police officer has been interdicted from duty following a firearm-related domestic incident that is now under investigation by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). The RVIPF announced on Thursday that it was investigating a report of the incident, […]

Former BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) Managing Director Kurt Menal has sought to clarify the circumstances surrounding his departure from the statutory body, stating that he resigned and provided the required notice before leaving. Menal addressed the issue in a statement […]

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley recently praised Opposition Leader Marlon Penn for what he described as a “reasonable” approach to scrutinising the Consumer Protection Amendment Bill, while sharply criticising Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull, for what he said was emotional and politically charged […]

Deputy Premier Julian Fraser has rejected suggestions that members of the House of Assembly (HOA) are seeking to increase their own power through the ongoing constitutional review process, arguing instead that the proposed changes are intended to empower the people […]

Small businesses hoping to tap into the Virgin Islands government’s small business grant programme will generally need to have their financial affairs in order — but officials say struggling businesses with approved payment plans may still get a shot. That […]

Local businesswoman Amberly Crabbe has criticised plans for a transitional facility and social complex in Long Look, arguing that the project could further stigmatise a community she said has faced negative perceptions for years. The facility, which government officials described […]