Adaejah Hodge has etched her name in history, becoming the first athlete from the British Virgin Islands to medal in two finals at the same World Athletics Championships competition. Hodge achieved this remarkable feat by claiming gold in the women’s 200-meter final on Friday, following her silver medal performance in the 100-meter final earlier in … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has missed the August 31 deadline set by His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce for the completion of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) reforms, a key initiative aimed at enhancing governance and accountability within the territory. Governor Pruce confirmed the missed deadline during a joint press conference on Friday, August … Continued
Caribbean Cellular Telephone (CCT) is pleased to report significant progress in its network restoration efforts following the recent passage of Tropical Storm Ernesto, which brought hurricane-like conditions to the British Virgin Islands in mid-August. The company has announced that its wireless network is now fully restored at 100%, while its fibre network has reached 97% … Continued
Miss British Virgin Islands, Adacia Adonis, is rallying public support for a back-to-school drive organized by ATU General Trust (BVI) Limited. The event, scheduled for August 31, 2024, aims to provide essential school supplies to students in need. It will take place in the ground floor parking area of ATU General Trust from 9 a.m. … Continued
Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley has moved to clarify misconceptions surrounding the perceived inadequacy of public services in the Virgin Islands, emphasizing that the issue lies within the government’s structure rather than with individual politicians. Speaking recently in the House of Assembly during discussions on the Public Service Management Bill 2024, Premier Wheatley addressed … Continued
Third District Representative Hon. Julian Fraser has voiced strong opposition to the proposed Public Service Management Bill 2024, citing potential constitutional violations. Fraser argued that the bill’s expansion of the Deputy Governor’s responsibilities oversteps constitutional boundaries. He emphasized that the Constitution clearly defines the Deputy Governor’s role as assisting the Governor, with limited scope for … Continued
Adaejah Hodge is just one race away from achieving another historic feat for the British Virgin Islands. On Thursday, August 29, Hodge became the first BVI athlete to qualify for two sprint finals in the same World Athletics Championships competition, setting the stage for another potential medal in the women’s 200-metre final. Competing at the … Continued
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is monitoring a tropical wave in the central Atlantic Ocean that shows potential for development over the next week. In a tropical weather outlook issued Thursday, forecasters noted that the system is currently producing disorganised showers and thunderstorms. Environmental conditions appear favourable for gradual development as the wave moves westward … Continued
Dame Janice Pereira, former Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (ECSC), has been appointed to His Majesty’s Privy Council by King Charles III, opening a new chapter in her distinguished career. Pereira, who hails from Virgin Gorda, made history as the first female Chief Justice of the ECSC, a position she held from … Continued
Adaejah Hodge has secured her place in the semifinals of the women’s 200-meter event at the World Athletics Under 20 Championships, demonstrating her impressive form in the preliminary rounds. Competing in Heat 3 on Thursday, Hodge breezed to a first-place finish, clocking an impressive 23.19 seconds. Her time was the fastest among all qualifiers, positioning … Continued
