With their sights set on a strong start at the 2025 CONCACAF Under-17 Men’s Qualifiers in Costa Rica, the British Virgin Islands (BVI) national team is ready to showcase its talent in the region’s premier youth competition. The team will kick off their campaign against St. Maarten today Friday, February 7. Speaking at a press … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, has described his working relationship with His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce as one of mutual respect, maturity, and productive dialogue. Speaking at a recent press conference in response to a media question, Premier Wheatley emphasized the improved collaboration between his office and Governor Pruce. Premier … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has confirmed that BVI citizens travelling on British Overseas Territories (BOTC) passports do not require visas to enter Guyana. This clarification follows recent concerns after a BVI national was reportedly denied entry and asked to obtain a visa upon arrival. According to a statement from the Premier’s Office, officials … Continued
Cancer patients at Penn Medical Centre’s Oncology Department received an unexpected gift of support as the BVI Cancer Society stepped in to cover their co-pay expenses on February 4 and 5. The initiative, organized in observance of World Cancer Day, aimed to ease the financial strain many patients face while undergoing treatment. A Gesture of … Continued
Rising BVI sprinter Tiondre Frett has secured his spot for the 2025 CARIFTA Games in Trinidad and Tobago, achieving double qualification marks in both the 200 and 400 metres. Frett’s impressive performances came at the John Thomas Terrier Classic in Boston on Saturday, where he competed for Sprint Tech BVI. In the Men’s Open 400 … Continued
United States President Donald Trump has agreed to delay tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico for 30 days, but remains steadfast in his decision to maintain tariffs on China, further escalating tensions between the world’s two largest economies. The pause on tariffs for Canada and Mexico came as both countries took steps to address … Continued
The British Virgin Islands has announced a 20-member squad set to compete in the 2025 CONCACAF Under-17 Men’s Qualifiers in Costa Rica. The team, placed in Group B, will begin their campaign on Friday, February 7, facing off against St. Maarten, before taking on Trinidad and Tobago, host nation Costa Rica, and Guyana. The winner … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy regarding the circulation of explicit material involving minors, warning that violators will face severe penalties, including substantial fines and lengthy prison sentences. In a media release on Monday, February 3, the RVIPF noted that under the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act 2014, individuals … Continued
A small medical transport plane crashed into multiple buildings in northeast Philadelphia on Friday evening, killing all six people on board and injuring several people on the ground. The aircraft, which was on a medical transport mission, carried a child patient, her mother, and four crew members. According to flight logs, the plane was in … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Football Association, in collaboration with CONCACAF, recently hosted a groundbreaking Train the Trainer’s Workshop from January 24-26, aimed at strengthening local coaching expertise and enhancing football development across the territory. This dynamic three-day workshop brought together top football professionals to equip local trainers with advanced coaching techniques, leadership skills, and talent … Continued
