Preliminary tests conducted on volcanic ash from the La Soufriere volcano have revealed the presence of gold deposits. Deputy Prime Minister Montgomery Daniel made the disclosure during an exclusive interview with Loop New Caribbean. “As a matter of fact, one of the preliminary results show that coming out of the recent explosion and that the material that is on the … Continued
With the United States reopening thanks to a vigorous vaccination campaign that has seen 100 million Americans fully vaccinated, opportunities for work are opening up for regional soca artistes and promoters. Over the weekend, some soca artistes were seen performing at events in Miami where Jamaican mas band Xaymaca held a five-day party experience which also … Continued
Celebrate “Her Best MOMents” with a Unique Culinary Experience Memorable experiences are indeed special, especially when they are created just for Mom. The BVI Tourist Board is excited to launch its Mother’s Day Campaign, “Her Best MOMents”. This promotion is a precursor to the upcoming BVI Food Fete series of events showcasing the culinary element of BVI Love. The campaign encourages patrons in … Continued
The Public Health Unit within the Ministry of Health and Social Development has received a donation of $10,000 dollars to aid in its COVID-19 response. The monetary donation was given by the CIBC First Caribbean International Bank (FCIB) on April 29 and was accepted by Medical Officer, Dr. Ronald Georges, National Epidemiologist Ms. Harmonie Massiah … Continued
Guyana police are searching for the boyfriend of a woman, whose body was found in a shallow grave on Friday. Police said that the 15-year-old sister of Shonnette Dover, led investigators to the area where the body was buried after she had been shot by her boyfriend, while he was cleaning a gun on the … Continued
Manager for the Expanded Programme on Immunization, Ms. Marina Bedeau is reminding residents of the Virgin Islands that being vaccinated prevents the spread of disease as the Territory observes Vaccination Week 2021. Ms. Bedeau said that vaccination week is an opportunity to highlight the importance of being vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases. She said, “During … Continued
The RVIPF Major Crime Team today charged two males with murder and robbery, and one female with aiding in the incident that resulted in the fatal wounding of Catherine Pickering on April 18. Charged with murder are Akeem Hopkinson, 22 and Shameek Grant, 28 both of Zion Hill. Both males were also charged with the possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life and jointly charged with Shermar Richardson for robbery … Continued
The Foreign Secretary has announced the UK’s first sanctions under the new Global Anti-Corruption regime. Sanctions target 22 individuals involved in notorious corruption cases in Russia, South Africa, South Sudan and throughout Latin America Foreign Secretary vows to stop corrupt individuals using the UK as a safe haven for dirty money New sanctions regime stops … Continued
Writers across the Territory are being offered another opportunity to finesse their skills with the hosting of another writing workshop series titled: “The Speculative and the Real: Writing Across Genre” a Prose Fiction Masterclass. Literary Arts Officer at the Department of Culture, Ms. Anika Christopher said that the upcoming workshop will give writers the opportunity … Continued
Officials at the Ministry of Health and Social Development are alerting residents of an increase in the level of gastroenteritis also known as gastro in the British Virgin Islands. The Public Health Unit and the Environmental Health Division are currently investigating the cause in order to limit the spread. Gastro is an inflammation of the … Continued
