Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Honourable Sharie B. de Castro, has announced a renewed focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. Addressing educators at the 2024 Professional Development Day, de Castro revealed that the new academic year would continue under the theme “Virgin Islands … Continued
AccuWeather’s team of expert meteorologists, led by Lead Hurricane Expert Alex DaSilva, is predicting a significant increase in tropical storm activity for the Atlantic basin from late August through September. The forecast, released Monday, anticipates 6 to 10 named storms forming between Aug. 27 and Sept. 30. This period typically marks the peak of the … Continued
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) in Miami is monitoring an area in the central Tropical Atlantic for possible development later this week. In a tropical weather outlook issued Tuesday morning, forecasters noted that an area of low pressure could form in the coming days. Environmental conditions in the region appear generally favorable for the slow … Continued
Construction of the Trellis Bay Welcome Centre on Beef Island advanced this past weekend as crews poured concrete for the facility’s floor slab, including a wheelchair-accessible ramp. Workers from No Limit Construction Services spent Saturday afternoon on site, focusing on the ADA-compliant features that will ensure equitable access for all users. The ramp is a … Continued
The British Virgin Islands sprinting sensation Adaejah Hodge has successfully advanced to the semifinals of the women’s 100-metre event at the World Athletics U20 Championships in Lima, Peru. Competing in Heat 1 on Tuesday, August 27, Hodge delivered a stellar performance, clocking an impressive time of 11.45 seconds to secure first place. Running out of … Continued
In a significant show of support for youth development in the Virgin Islands, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has donated $15,430 to the BVI Scouts and Girl Guides BVI. This contribution comes from the proceeds of a fundraising initiative held during the 2020 Police Week. The Police Week Planning Committee, led at the … Continued
A high-speed chase in the Hawk’s Nest area of Tortola on the night of Sunday, August 25, led to a dramatic series of events, culminating in a vehicle crash, the recovery of an assault rifle, and the discovery of an injured suspect. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) confirmed the development in a media … Continued
The occupants of a Go-Fast vessel managed to evade capture after a dramatic encounter with law enforcement on the night of Sunday, August 25. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), in coordination with United States Customs Border Control, intercepted the vessel in open water near Jost Van Dyke, but the individuals on board opened … Continued
Longstanding Civil Servant Mr. Elory Tubull has died at the age of 73. The announcement was made by his family in an official notice. Turnbull served in various capacities throughout his time as a public servant including: Educator, Chief Education Officer and Permanent Secretary in the then Chief Minister’s Office. Turnbull was also an avid … Continued
Opposition legislator Honourable Myron Walwyn has raised serious concerns about the ability of Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley to effectively negotiate a $100 million loan that the government is seeking. During a recent debate in the House of Assembly, Walwyn expressed hesitation about trusting Premier Wheatley with the responsibility of … Continued
