Native Amerindians held a protest in Suriname this past Saturday to express their discontent and bring attention to poor treatment they allege to suffer at the hands of the local government and other parts of the society. The protesters claimed to be facing marginalisation, deprivation, and a lack of respect and recognition of their due … Continued
How will people gain confidence in the Financial Services Complaints Tribunal without access to information on its processes or the success rates of its mitigation? That was a question posed to the Tribunal’s Chairman Jack Husbands as he featured as a guest on the Talking Points talk show. While he admitted that no mechanisms currently … Continued
Meaningful debate was the essence of discussions on the May 8th edition of the “Talking Points” Radio Programme as hosts and guest alike shared their views on the topic of the impending same sex marriage referendum in the Virgin Islands. Guest Mrs Maris Hodge Wright was the first to establish her point of view, stating … Continued
Residents are being asked to take precautionary measures when outdoors due to the present air quality over the Virgin Islands being affected by the passing of Saharan Dust. The Department of Disaster Management DDM issued a warning to the public on Tuesday after receiving reports from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). “NOAA reports a … Continued
The name D’Moi Hodge is already ringing amongst various basketball pundits in the United States ahead of the highly anticipated 2023 NBA Draft which is scheduled for June 22nd. The BVI national took to his social media pages in early April to announce his entry into this year’s draft after concluding a relatively good season … Continued
Governor His Excellency John Rankin has publicly expressed his support in favour of the Government fully completing the implementation of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) Recommendations. Governor Rankin made the comment while recently appearing as a guest on the local talk show “Talking Points”. He at the time was responding to a question from one … Continued
A three-stage strategy has been announced by the Department of Waste Management to tackle waste in the Virgin Islands. Acting Manager Mr. Neville Allen said at a recent District One community meeting that the department will seek to implement the action plan which has a short-term, mid-term and a long-term plan for tackling the Territory’s … Continued
Chief Executive Officer at the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) Mr. Guy Lester Malone has reiterated the commission’s commitment to a positive creating digital environment that has zero tolerance for any form of harassment or abuse. Mr. Malone said it is important for everyone to stand against cyberbullying and help promote a culture of kindness, empathy … Continued
Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley has said he will not be welcoming any unnecessary disruptions during the Fifth House of Assembly by members of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition who have already predicted that motions of No Confidence will be forthcoming during the Government’s term in office. Premier Wheatley said while he welcomes opposing views … Continued
Local sports journalist and former national athlete Dean “The Sportsman” Greenaway has once again created history for the BVI after becoming the first athlete from the territory to be inducted into the Pasadena City College (PCC) Hall of Fame. Greenaway was inducted along with his 1978 track and field team for their achievements back in … Continued
