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Bullet-riddled vehicle found near latest WE boat blaze

Police are reportedly investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a bullet-riddled vehicle found in close proximity to yet another early-morning boat fire that happened yesterday. A bulletin issued by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) yesterday confirmed reports […]

by / on August 17, 2023 at 6:38 AM /
The UK aircraft in question at the TB Lettsome International Airport.

Strange aircraft sighting part of planned stop — Governor’s Office

Concerns from some residents about an unfamiliar aircraft spotted the BVI’s airspace yesterday have been eased after an explanation was presented by the Governor’s Office. Several residents commented throughout the day about the sighting of the unusual aircraft, with some […]

by / on August 17, 2023 at 6:14 AM /
Deputy Premier and Labour Minister Lorna Smith

No harm for BVI workforce in lifting Guyana visa requirement — Smith

Labour Minister, Lorna Smith, has dismissed concerns that there will be any harm caused to the BVI’s labour force if the government ultimately decides to remove a visa requirement in place for Guyanese nationals to the BVI. “I see no […]

by / on August 16, 2023 at 8:07 AM /
Trade Minister Lorna Smith and CEO of BVI Finance, Elise Donovan.

Guyana’s oil discovery prompted BVI trade mission

Deputy Premier and Trade Minister Lorna Smith has underscored Guyana’s discovery of oil and its stratospheric economic rise in recent years as being behind the BVI’s quest to bolster trade relations with the South American country. Smith, along with a […]

by / on August 16, 2023 at 8:00 AM /
Guyanese celebrants during that country's emancipation festivities. (Photo by Amanda Richards/News Room)

Guyanese were fully clothed during their emancipation festivities

As the society continues to debate the “feathers and flesh” that were on display at the recently concluded emancipation festivities, some officials have signalled that the BVI could learn from the Guyanese, who were fully clothed during their Emancipation celebrations. […]

by / on August 16, 2023 at 7:50 AM /
Global tax won’t hurt BVI financial services

Global tax won’t hurt BVI financial services

Local experts are examining the implications of an impending global tax that could affect profits in some sections of the financial services industry. The tax is being pushed by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), and would see […]

by / on August 16, 2023 at 7:31 AM /
Sargassum seaweed annoys residents

Sargassum seaweed annoys residents

Sargassum seaweed is once again paying its annual visit to the Virgin Islands, causing much disruption in the tourism and fishing industries. Residents who like to enjoy the beaches at this time of year are also being affected by the […]

by / on August 16, 2023 at 7:25 AM /
The winning design for the West End (WE) Ferry terminal project.

RDA to pre-qualify contractors for West End ferry terminal

The Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has moved to pre-qualify contractors for a second time in recent months for the construction of the new West End (WE) Ferry Terminal after the first attempt proved unsuccessful. The agency said it is […]

by / on August 16, 2023 at 1:48 AM /
Eileen Parsons

Men allowing wives, girlfriends to be exposed at festival — Parsons

As the debate continues to rage over how persons should dress and conduct themselves during Rise & Shine and parade events during the annual Emancipation Festival, cultural icon Eileene Parsons has once again condemned the obscenity that is usually on […]

by / on August 15, 2023 at 7:43 AM /
Governor John Rankin

Governor concerned over conflict of interest on boards

Governor John Rankin has expressed concern over an unresolved issue where family members of certain officials serve on statutory boards. He said this could potentially present a conflict of interest. The Governor recently highlighted inconsistencies in practices across statutory boards […]

by / on August 15, 2023 at 7:40 AM /