“I’M DELAYED BUT NEVER DENIED” – ADAEJAH REFLECTS ON HISTORIC OLYMPIC DEBUT

Adaejah Hodge, the 18-year-old track sensation from the British Virgin Islands (BVI), is using her historic experience at the Paris Olympic Games as motivation for the next phase of her promising career. Speaking with Sofia Fay, the Public Relations Officer for the BVI Olympic Committee, Hodge reflected on her groundbreaking performance and shared her ambitions … Continued

WALWYN WARNS OF IMMINENT TAX INCREASE FOLLOWING BUDGETARY OVERSIGHT OF MILLIONS

Opposition legislator Honourable Myron Walwyn has issued a stern warning to residents and businesses in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) to prepare for a potential tax increase following the government’s significant budgetary oversight linked to the recently implemented salary structure for public servants. During Friday’s House of Assembly session, Walwyn highlighted the economic repercussions of … Continued

MCMASTER EXPRESSES GRATITUDE FOR SUPPORT DURING OLYMPICS

Two-time Olympic finalist and World Championship Silver Medalist Kyron McMaster has expressed heartfelt thanks to the people of the British Virgin Islands for their overwhelming support during his 400-meter hurdles campaign at the recently concluded Paris Olympics. McMaster made history by becoming the first BVI athlete to reach consecutive Olympic finals, finishing with a season-best … Continued

BVIEC CONFIRMS CYBER-ATTACK; OPERATIONS DISRUPTED

The British Virgin Islands Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) has confirmed it was recently targeted in a cyber-attack that has disrupted its operations. The corporation made the disclosure on Monday, August 19, through a press release, stating that the attack has affected both its internal systems and external services. In response to the breach, the BVIEC has … Continued

POWER OUTAGE & SYNERGY CROWNED 2024 LEAGUE CHAMPS

In a thrilling conclusion to the Raymond “Mahassa” Mercer & Kathleen Fahie National Fast Pitch League, Power Outage and Synergy emerged as the champions of the men’s and women’s divisions, respectively, each completing comprehensive sweeps of their opponents. In the men’s championship, Power Outage showcased their dominance with a decisive 9-2 victory over the two-time … Continued

NINE AUXILIARY OFFICERS GRADUATE FROM RVIPF

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) recently celebrated the graduation of nine auxiliary officers, marking the successful completion of an intensive six-week training programme. The new officers, comprising seven females and two males, are set to bolster the ranks of the RVIPF as they embark on their careers in law enforcement. The graduating officers … Continued

GOVT URGES INTER CARIBBEAN AIRWAYS TO IMPROVE SERVICE AMID PUBLIC COMPLAINTS

In response to growing concerns from the public regarding inadequate air travel services, the Government of the Virgin Islands has intervened, urging Inter Caribbean Airways to expedite efforts to address ongoing issues affecting travellers. Minister of Communications and Works, Honourable Kye Rymer, convened urgent discussions with airline executives following numerous complaints about delays, cancellations, and … Continued