Rhonda Victor-Pinnock, representing the British Virgin Islands, has been honored with the “Difference Maker” award at the ongoing Mrs. Globe Pageant in Hainan, China. The annual international competition celebrates the achievements and advocacies of married women from around the world. Pinnock was nominated in multiple categories including Best Mamma Body, Country Pride, Difference Maker, and … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) and US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) carried out a joint operation on Tuesday night that resulted in the largest maritime drug seizure in the Territory’s history. Shortly after 8pm on March 5th, law enforcement intercepted a go-fast vessel just off Hodges Creek on the east end of … Continued
For the first time in the over a decade-long history of the BVI Olympic Committee’s Elite Athlete Programme, recently renamed the Tahesia Harrigan Scott Elite Athlete Programme, the programme has welcomed corporate sponsors in the likes of DLT Solutions, Clarence Thomas Limited (CTL), and Conyers. BVIOC Treasurer Mark Chapman made the announcement at a recent … Continued
The Caribbean region had plenty to celebrate at the recent World Athletics Indoor Championships in Glasgow. Three remarkable women from the Caribbean made history with their outstanding performances and gold medal wins. Saint Lucian sprinter Julien Alfred lived up to her favorite status, and “speed queen” nickname blazing to victory in the 60m dash with … Continued
Update: Users have regained access to all Meta Platforms. Users across Meta’s social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Threads and Messenger reported being abruptly logged out of their accounts starting around 11am on Tuesday, March 5th. The widespread outage sparked concerns that many profiles may have been hacked. Details remain limited at this early stage, … Continued
Tonight 3 lovely contestants will take the stage at the Jeffery Caines Sports Arena for a chance at the title of “Miss Teen Virgin Gorda Easter Festival 2024”. 284 Media is in the building and will be bringing you the highlights all night long! We recently spoke with the contestants at the scenic Top of … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has publicly acknowledged the receipt of a report, made after 2 pm on Friday, March 1, seeking assistance at the Elmore Stoutt High School Campus. Responding to the call, officers promptly arrived at the scene and initiated inquiries. The nature of the incident was not disclosed in the … Continued
Our team recently paid a visit to the beautiful island of Virgin Gorda to catch up with the contestants of the Miss Teen Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Pageant, scheduled for March 2nd. Three contestants, Kai Jaanique Hendrickson-Smith, Jahzara Savary and Iyahna Creque are set to take the stage that evening kicking off at 7 pm … Continued
Throughout the month of February, the British Virgin Islands has been abuzz with creativity as Creative Waves BVI, took center stage. Locals and visitors alike were invited to immerse themselves in the celebration of artistic expression, featuring over 73 talented artists and craftspeople from the BVI. One of the highlights of Creative Waves BVI was … Continued
On Thursday, February 29, officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) uncovered eleven illegal immigrants at an abandoned building on Virgin Gorda. Following additional investigations, three more individuals were found at the same location, raising concerns that there may be others yet to be discovered. The RVIPF is now reaching out to the … Continued
