ALVA GORDON WINS CCT’S FOUR-DAY CRUISE TO THE BAHAMAS

Alva Gordon emerged victorious in CCT’s exciting contest, winning a four-day cruise for two to the Bahamas after a series of lively challenges during the Carrot Bay Cultural Fiesta on Friday, August 9. The competition, which featured three contestants, was the highlight of the evening as Gordon, along with Kristin Frazer and Bereniece Freeman, vied … Continued

TROPICAL STORM WARNING FOR BVI AS POTENTIAL CYCLONE APPROACHES

The Territory is bracing for potential tropical storm conditions as Potential Tropical Cyclone Five approaches the region. The National Hurricane Center issued a Tropical Storm Warning for the territory Monday, indicating tropical storm conditions are expected within 36 hours. Forecasters predict tropical storm-force winds could impact the area as early as Tuesday evening and continue … Continued

TWO VI MEN SHOT IN ANGUILLA; ONE HAS DIED

Last evening Sunday August 11th, 2024 in Anguilla, two Virgin Islands men were shot. While one is hospitalized, the other has died. The victim has been identified as Kalik Aaron aka ‘Dusman’. In a Facebook post the Royal Anguilla Police Force stated, “The RAPF can confirm a shooting incident occurred at Road Well Road (around … Continued

DEYOUNCE LOWENFIELD IS MISS UNIVERSE BVI 2024

Ms. Deyounce Lowenfield was last evening Sunday August 11th, 2024, crowned Miss Universe BVI 2024.  Lowenfield who participated in the pageant in 2023, will be representing the Virgin Islands at upcoming Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico in November. The preliminary rounds will take place on November 14, and the coronation on November 16, 2024. Lowenfield … Continued

TROPICAL DISTURBANCE THREATENS LEEWARD ISLANDS, TROPICAL STORM WATCH ISSUED

A rapidly moving tropical disturbance in the Atlantic Ocean is causing concern for several Caribbean islands, prompting meteorologists to issue a Tropical Storm Watch for multiple locations.  The National Hurricane Center expects the disturbance to develop into a tropical depression tonight, potentially strengthening into a tropical storm as it approaches the Leeward Islands. Current maximum … Continued

A HIGH LEVEL OF INTRUSIVENESS IN THE PROPOSED VETTING PROCESS – SAYS WALWYN

Opposition Legislator Honourable Myron Walwyn has voiced strong criticism against the Service Commissions (Amendment) Bill, 2024, during a recent debate in the House of Assembly. Walwyn’s primary concern revolves around the proposed vetting process, which he deems excessively intrusive. The bill, a result of Recommendation B39 from the Commission of Inquiry (COI) Report, aims to … Continued

HEALTH OFFICIAL PROVIDES DATA ON RISING STD RATES

A health official in the British Virgin Islands has provided supporting data that explains the extent of the growth of sexually transmitted diseases in the territory. Chief Nursing Officer Jacinth Hannibal of the Ministry of Health and Social Development during her recent appearance on the government-commissioned programme “Health Bytes,” provided data highlighting the extent of … Continued

MCMASTER FINISHES 5TH IN 400M HURDLES AT PARIS OLYMPICS

Kyron McMaster, representing the British Virgin Islands, delivered a commendable performance in the Men’s 400-metre hurdles final at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games this afternoon. Competing in his second Olympic final, McMaster finished in 5th place with a season’s best time of 47.79 seconds. Starting from lane 6, McMaster faced a highly competitive field, which … Continued

BVI HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY AND ROTARY CLUB SUNRISE COLLABORATE TO SUPPORT MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH

In recognition of Maternal and Child Health Month, the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) is proud to announce a significant collaboration with the Rotary Club Sunrise of Road Town. This partnership has resulted in the donation of care packages to ten new mothers, aiming to enhance their postnatal experience and support the well-being of both … Continued

BVI MAINTAINS ROBUST REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT TO SUPPORT LEGITIMATE BUSINESS

The British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission (FSC) is making substantial strides in its regulatory framework to cement the BVI’s position as a leading global financial centre. In a BVI Finance Breakfast Forum, on the 24th of July, Glenford Malone, Deputy Managing Director of Regulation, highlighted the FSC’s commitment to implementing the recommendations from the … Continued