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PHOTOS: HLSCC graduates urged to be bold change makers

PHOTOS: HLSCC graduates urged to be bold change makers

Education Minister Sharie de Castro has called on graduates of the H Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) to embrace their roles as leaders and “solution bearers”, delivering an impassioned address during the institution’s 32nd Graduation Ceremony yesterday,  June 12. Addressing […]

by / on June 13, 2025 at 8:10 AM /
All my overseas trips were necessary

All my overseas trips were necessary

Education Minister Shari de Castro has moved to defend the overseas trips she and her team have taken over the last two years, saying the territory has greatly benefited from the meetings they attended. The Dr Natalio Wheatley administration continues […]

by / on June 13, 2025 at 7:47 AM /
Cape Air, InterCaribbean step in as Silver Airways exits BVI

Cape Air, InterCaribbean step in as Silver Airways exits BVI

Florida-based regional carrier Silver Airways has halted all flights to the British Virgin Islands after telling customers on Wednesday, “we are ceasing operations as of today, June 11, 2025.” The Instagram notice added, “Please do not go to the airport. […]

by / on June 13, 2025 at 7:35 AM /
Public urged to discard electronics properly

Public urged to discard electronics properly

The Department of Waste Management is urging the public to be careful when discarding electronics, as they have the potential to cause fires. The Department stated that the caution arises amid an increase in unsafe dumping practices in the community. […]

by / on June 13, 2025 at 6:40 AM /
Former prison officer testifies as Almestica trial gets underway

Former prison officer testifies as Almestica trial gets underway

A former prison officer took the witness stand as the trial of Jose Almestica and three co-defendants began in the High Court on Wednesday, with prosecutors alleging their involvement in a wide-ranging criminal enterprise involving drugs, firearms, counterfeit currency and […]

by / on June 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM /
Fraser defends Premier from Walwyn’s questioning

Fraser defends Premier from Walwyn’s questioning

Deputy Premier Julian Fraser recently came to the defence of Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley, who was being pressed by Opposition Leader Myron Walwyn with questions regarding the actual costs associated with the controversial Vybz Kartel concert. The exchange took place […]

by / on June 12, 2025 at 7:45 AM /
USVI Charter Association wants reciprocal fees placed on BVI

USVI Charter Association wants reciprocal fees placed on BVI

The Virgin Islands Professional Charter Association (VIPCA) has called on the United States Virgin Islands government to enforce reciprocal licensing fees and compliance checks for British Virgin Islands vessels, following what it described as an “exorbitant” fee increase for USVI-based […]

by / on June 12, 2025 at 6:45 AM /
Stop making inflammatory comments on social media

Stop making inflammatory comments on social media

Political commentator Claude Skelton Cline is urging residents to refrain from emotional and inflammatory commentary on social media, warning that such discourse is causing division and distracting from the real issues facing the territory. In recent weeks, many residents have […]

by / on June 12, 2025 at 6:30 AM /
Miss BVI Pageant cancelled for 2025

Miss BVI Pageant cancelled for 2025

The 2025 Miss British Virgin Islands Pageant has been cancelled, according to an announcement from Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism Luce Hodge Smith. The cancellation comes after a review of the planning schedule and level of participation for this […]

by / on June 12, 2025 at 6:13 AM /
Walwyn calls on governor to probe government’s $5M Bank of Asia loss

Walwyn calls on governor to probe government’s $5M Bank of Asia loss

Opposition Leader Myron Walwyn has called for an independent investigation into the government’s deposit of $5 million into the now-defunct Bank of Asia BVI Limited, warning that the Virgin Islands may never recover the public funds. The deposit was reportedly […]

by / on June 11, 2025 at 8:20 AM /