Virgin Atlantic has set its sights on offering more affordable flight options between the Caribbean and Europe while collaborating with Barbados on an ambitious tourism vision for the island nation to attract increased visitors. During a recent visit to Barbados, Virgin Atlantic CEO Shai Weiss expressed his desire to see bolder entrepreneurial development and shoreline … Continued
On Sunday March 10th, 2024 at 7:05 PM, SpaceX launched its Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink satellites. The initial launch was from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Brevard County, Florida. The rocket was seen in BVI skies by residents in the Virgin Islands, many of whom were unaware of the launch. A number … Continued
Rhonda Victor-Pinnock, representing the British Virgin Islands, has been honored with the “Difference Maker” award at the ongoing Mrs. Globe Pageant in Hainan, China. The annual international competition celebrates the achievements and advocacies of married women from around the world. Pinnock was nominated in multiple categories including Best Mamma Body, Country Pride, Difference Maker, and … Continued
The Caribbean region had plenty to celebrate at the recent World Athletics Indoor Championships in Glasgow. Three remarkable women from the Caribbean made history with their outstanding performances and gold medal wins. Saint Lucian sprinter Julien Alfred lived up to her favorite status, and “speed queen” nickname blazing to victory in the 60m dash with … Continued
Update: Users have regained access to all Meta Platforms. Users across Meta’s social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Threads and Messenger reported being abruptly logged out of their accounts starting around 11am on Tuesday, March 5th. The widespread outage sparked concerns that many profiles may have been hacked. Details remain limited at this early stage, … Continued
Local author Sesilee Thomas is set to be featured at the London Book Fair 2024. Her memoir, “My Story,” will be on display, promising to share the culture and culinary tradition of the Virgin Islands. A recent press release described her memoir as a testament to her devout faith and appreciation for the culture of … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands have extended its prayers and best wishes to His Majesty King Charles III, following the announcement of his cancer diagnosis. In a statement on Monday, Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley on behalf of his administration expressed solidarity with individuals worldwide who are sending positive thoughts and wishes to … Continued
King Charles III has been diagnosed with cancer. Buckingham Palace confirmed the news in a statement to the public on Monday, noting that the 75-year-old monarch received the diagnosis after undergoing treatment for a separate medical procedure. “During The King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted. Subsequent … Continued
In a spectacular display of speed and skill, Kyron McMaster, the two-time Commonwealth Games gold medalist, marked his commencement of the 2024 track and field season with an outstanding performance at the South Carolina Invitational this weekend. McMaster, primarily known for his excellence in the 400-meter hurdles, showcased his versatility by clinching the top spot … Continued
In a recent travel advisory, the United States Department of State escalated its warning for Jamaica to a Level 3 travel advisory, urging travellers to reconsider plans to visit Jamaica, citing elevated risks related to crime and medical services in the Caribbean island. A Level 3 advisory, in the State Department’s ranking system, communicates an … Continued
