The Territory is under a flash flood watch until 12 noon today as Tropical Storm Franklin approaches from the south. The storm, which is being monitored by the National Hurricane Center for possible cyclone development, is expected to bring heavy rain and gusty winds to the islands. According to the Department of Disaster Management, rainfall … Continued
A massive explosion that rocked a busy market area near the capital of the Dominican Republic on Monday has left a trail of destruction and claimed the lives of more than two dozen people, including a four-month-old baby. The death toll, which initially stood at 11, surged to 27 by Wednesday as search and rescue … Continued
The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has provided an update on the progress of the Jost Van Dyke Multipurpose Facility, which will serve as a primary school and a community centre for the island. According to the RDA, the facility has undergone significant improvements over the past few weeks, including the installation of … Continued
Representative for the 9th District, The Honourable Vincent Wheatley, is championing a move to enhance the involvement of the sister islands in the upcoming 70th Emancipation Festival. Speaking to our team at the Carrot Bay Cultural Fiesta, Wheatley shared his vision for the grand celebration and his commitment to ensuring broader participation of District 9. … Continued
The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), headquartered in Barbados, has embarked on a partnership with the Caribbean Broadcasting Union (CBU) to enhance the work of broadcasters and journalists throughout the region. Dr. Hyginus “Gene” Leon, President of CDB, announced this one-year agreement during the 54th annual CBU general meeting. The collaboration seeks to elevate the skills … Continued
Haitian musician Wyclef Jean, is gearing up to host the inaugural Caribbean Music Awards. This celebration of Caribbean music is scheduled to take place on August 31 at the iconic Kings Theatre in Brooklyn. Jean’s enthusiasm for this event was palpable during a recent interview on NBC’s Today Show. Reflecting on the Verzuz episode that … Continued
“We need to have these problems solved yesterday!” – That was the position of representative for the Third District the Honourable Julian Fraser as he addressed the House of Assembly on the Territory’s enduring water issues. His address underscored the pressing challenges of an unsustainable and irregular water supply. He lamented the growing impact of … Continued
The ongoing 2023 Atlantic hurricane season has been upgraded to an “above normal” level of activity due to the current oceanic and atmospheric conditions, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center. This adjustment comes in response to record-warm sea surface temperatures and other environmental factors. Previously categorized as “near normal,” … Continued
Virgin Islands Culture was on display on August 9th for the East End/Long Look Cultural Experience. Residents and visitors spent the day at the Greenland Field where they had the opportunity to see and experience a variety of domestic and commercial tools, toys and machines which would have been used by those living in the … Continued
Territorial At-Large Representative Stacy Mather has called for greater diversification in the government’s approach to creating employment opportunities for the public against the backdrop of a $1 million allocation for the RATED Programme. Mather told the House of Assembly that while he is pleased to see this increased level of investment, there needs to be … Continued
