Laser Sailor Thad Lettsome has created history for the territory, becoming the first sailor from the BVI in 30 years to officially qualify for a Pan American Games. Lettsome managed to clinch the only qualifying spot for the Games while competing in the ILCA 7 men’s single-handed event, on the final day of races at … Continued
BVIslander D’Moi Hodge has officially been listed on the Los Angeles Lakers Summer League roster after recently signing with the team as an undrafted free agent. Hodge could likely make his debut on Monday, July 3 at 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time against the Miami Heat, in the fifth annual California Classic Summer League in Sacramento. … Continued
Following the armed robbery at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park on Saturday Afternoon, the members of the National Security Council (NSC) were briefed by the Commissioner of Police on the incident. To bolster public safety and provide reassurance to the community, the NSC has ordered an increased security presence at the Cyril B. … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is appealing to the public for witnesses to come forward following a robbery that occurred at the Cyril B Romney Tortola Pier Park on Saturday. Authorities have confirmed that the two individuals clad in white, captured on video while discharging firearms, were fleeing on foot after targeting the … Continued
As Virgin Islands Day 2023 approaches, Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley delivered brief remarks, emphasizing the significance of the event and urging the community to come together in unity. He hailed this occasion as a moment to commemorate the Virgin Islands’ resilience in safeguarding its constitution and overcoming unprecedented challenges in the past year. … Continued
Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio Wheatley has fulfilled his commitment to include the Retiring Allowances Legislative Service Amendment Bill in the first debate of the First Session of the Fifth House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands. During the session held on Thursday, June 29, the bill was formally introduced by Premier Wheatley and seconded … Continued
Mr. Daniel Pruce is set to become the next Governor of the British Virgin Islands after the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) confirmed his appointment in a media release on Friday. The release said that Pruce will take up the role in January 2024, following the departure of the present Governor His Excellency John … Continued
Political instability continues to affect the United Kingdom (UK) Government with the Minister for the Overseas Territories (OTs) Lord Zac Goldsmith the latest casualty after resigning on Friday. In a lengthy resignation letter, Goldsmith attacked UK Prime Minister (PM) Rishi Sunak’s record, accusing him of “apathy” on climate change issues. Goldsmith said Sunak’s stance on … Continued
Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 20-year-old Roshanio Pope of Long Look who was reported missing on Thursday. His family reported that he was last seen on Monday, June 26, dressed in a black t-shirt, short grey pants and black Crocs. According to the information presented, Pope is said to frequent the Stickett … Continued
Tortola resident Buney Chinnery, 22, has been sentenced to 8 months in prison by a U.S. court for his involvement in a human smuggling operation. Chinnery was detained by U.S. Officials in October 2022. During the trial, evidence revealed that on the evening of October 31, 2022, U.S. Customs and Border Protection Air and Marine … Continued
