The Ministry of Health and Social Development is urging residents to prioritize sexual health as cases of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) increase in the British Virgin Islands. While specific figures were not disclosed, health officials emphasized the importance of prevention, education, and testing, particularly with Valentine’s Day approaching. “Wrap It Up” Campaign for Valentine’s Week … Continued
Nearly 500 men from across the British Virgin Islands took advantage of free health screenings and prostate examinations at the recently concluded BVI Red Cross Men’s Health Fair and Prostate Screening event held on Virgin Gorda and Tortola. Now in its 22nd year, the annual event kicked off on February 1 at the Catholic Community … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) fell to a 3-1 defeat against Trinidad and Tobago on Sunday, February 9, in a Group B clash at the Estadio Nacional during the 2025 CONCACAF Men’s Under-17 Qualifiers. Trinidad and Tobago started aggressively, with Josiah Kallicharan finding the net in just the 6th minute, heading home a well-placed cross … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has strongly refuted allegations made in a recent local media article titled, “Assistant COP Pam Trevillion Said to be on Forced Leave.” In an official statement, Acting Commissioner Jacqueline Vanterpool dismissed the article’s claims as “erroneous, misleading, and misinformation.” She emphasized that there was no physical confrontation between … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is actively investigating a shooting incident that took place on the public road near Greenland Field, East End, Tortola on Sunday, February 9, 2025, following a football match. According to police reports, three masked individuals approached a group of males shortly after 10:00 p.m. Upon seeing what appeared … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has formally charged 32-year-old George Ollivierre Jr. with Possession of a Prohibited Firearm and two counts of Unlawful Possession of Explosives after a targeted operation in the Threllfall area on Friday, February 6, 2025. Ollivierre who was arrested with two other males was found in possession of 35 … Continued
Update The tsunami advisory previously issued for the British Virgin Islands has been cancelled. The confirmation was received from the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) in a media update after 9:00 p.m. Previous Article A powerful earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.5 struck north of Honduras at 7:23 PM AST on Saturday, prompting tsunami … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) Under-17 men’s football team made a powerful statement in their opening match at the 2025 CONCACAF Men’s Under-17 Qualifiers, securing a commanding 4-0 victory over Sint Maarten on Friday. Playing in Group B at Estadio Nacional in San José, Costa Rica, BVI displayed confidence and attacking prowess, setting the tone … Continued
Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley has strongly rejected allegations published by The Guardian that accuse the British Virgin Islands (BVI) of attempting to evade a financial crime crackdown. The article, titled “British Virgin Islands accused of ‘shameful’ attempt to avoid financial crime crackdown”, claims the territory’s leadership is in dispute with the United Kingdom … Continued
Wolues Football Club surged back to the top of the BVI Football Association (BVIFA) National League standings after securing a 3-0 victory over One Love United at the Virgin Gorda Recreation Ground on Sunday, February 2. Entering the match level on points (26) with Virgin Gorda United but trailing on goal difference, Wolues knew they … Continued
