The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has launched an investigation into Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) Commissioner Ray Martinez, with significant implications also for Jenifer O’Neal, the Director of the Virgin Islands Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This development, confirmed by several USVI news agencies, follows the issuance of a target letter to Martinez … Continued
Christopher Arthur Hughes, a Canadian YouTuber known for his videos under the account “Chris Must List”, has been charged with sedition in Trinidad and Tobago after posting videos featuring interviews with local gang members who expressed opposition to the government. Hughes appeared in court on Monday and was ordered to surrender his passport, with bail … Continued
The British Virgin Islands and other Associate Members of the United Nations (UN) regional commissions (i.e. ECLAC and ESCAP) have completed successful participation at the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4) in Antigua and Barbuda that ended on 30th May where they achieved greater acknowledgement and recognition of their financing needs by … Continued
Dancehall artist Vybz Kartel and his three co-accused will continue to serve time behind bars following a ruling by Judge Andrea Thomas on their habeas corpus application. The decision was announced on Thursday, after the defense and prosecution concluded their arguments in court the previous day. In her ruling, Judge Thomas emphasized that as long … Continued
The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) has announced it is commissioning an independent audit of Republic Bank (EC) Limited after over 12,000 customers had their accounts improperly debited due to delayed processing of transactions dating back to 2022. In a strongly-worded statement, the ECCB called the situation “downright unsatisfactory” and stated it has caused hardship … Continued
A pioneering agreement to bolster cooperation on integrated disaster risk management was formalized on Wednesday, bringing together the European Union and key regional actors from Latin America and the Caribbean. The historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed at a ceremony in Barbados where it was hailed by a local minister as a vital step … Continued
The island of Saint Lucia is facing a dire water crisis, prompting authorities to declare a water-related emergency across the island. The Water and Sewerage Company Inc. (WASCO), Saint Lucia’s water provider, issued the emergency declaration on Tuesday after consultations with key stakeholders. Addressing the nation in a press conference, WASCO’s CEO cited “the exceptional … Continued
The United States has reiterated its support for Caribbean Community (CARICOM) nations in their fight against high levels of crime and violence fueled by the illicit trafficking of firearms. This was a key focus during a recent hybrid meeting attended by U.S. partners and CARICOM Commissioners of Police. The meeting, facilitated by the CARICOM Implementation … Continued
In a celebratory move highlighting Virgin Islands talent on the global stage, hitmaking musical duo R. City was bestowed with honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degrees from the University of the Virgin Islands during its 60th Commencement Ceremony. Brothers Theron and Timothy Thomas, widely hailed brilliant seeds from Virgin Islands soil” by UVI President Dr. … Continued
The recent bomb threat made at the TB Lettsome International Airport is among a wave of bomb threats disrupting airports across the Caribbean and is believed to be connected to the case of four Americans charged in Turks and Caicos for ammunition possession. The families of Michael Lee Evans, Bryan Hagerich, Tyler Scott Wenrich and … Continued
