Students from three primary schools on Tortola benefited from an initiative spearheaded by Opposition Leader Marlon Penn for their hard work and dedication executed over the school term. The schools included the Willard Wheatley Primary, Joyce Samuel Primary and Francis Lettsome Primary schools. Penn and his District Eight committee collaborated with the principals of each … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Government has received one of two specially designed refrigerators which is presently being dispatched to the Dr. D Orlando Smith Hospital to store the Pfizer vaccines which will be procured through the United Kingdom Government. This was confirmed by the Minister for Health Carvin Malone, during an interview with 284News … Continued
Heavy police presence is presently on the scene of an ongoing operation at an apartment complex in West End Tortola, where a number of persons were seen detained in police custody. This is according to a visual observation by one of our reporters who were on the scene, who witnessed the heavy presence of police … Continued
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts that Dominica’s gross domestic product (GDP) will get back to the percentage it was before the pandemic, equating to five per cent (5%) growth per year within 2022 to 2026. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a “heavy toll” on Dominica’s economy. The Washington-based financial institution has just completed a … Continued
Caribbean News Online The Central Bank of Barbados released a limited-edition commemorative coin to recognise the country’s 55th anniversary of Independence and the transition to the Parliamentary Republic. The sterling silver coin with a gold-plated finish on one side is a unique collector’s item or an elegant gift to mark the historic occasion. On the … Continued
In a recent Facebook post, local attorney and former Education Minister Myron V Walwyn shared his thoughts on the need for a Human Rights Commission to be established in the BVI on the heels of employees now at liberty to lose their jobs as a result of implemented vaccination policies by employers. Walwyn said, “I … Continued
One of the scientists behind the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine is warning that the next pandemic may be more contagious and more lethal unless more money is devoted to research and preparations to fight emerging viral threats. In excerpts released before a speech Monday, Professor Sarah Gilbert says the scientific advances made in fighting deadly viruses … Continued
The Biden administration will not send an official US delegation to the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing as a statement against China’s “ongoing genocide and crimes against humanity in Xinjiang,” White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Monday. US athletes will still be allowed to compete in the Olympics, but the administration will not be sending government … Continued
His Excellency the Governor, John Rankin, CMG rang in the holiday season by hosting parties for children and young adults on December 2 and 3. The two-day celebrations of merriment started at Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre where the Governor delivered Christmas gifts and read a festive story to the students. The Governor then hosted … Continued
Travellers from the US Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico, who are returning to the US mainland, will not have to submit a negative PCR or antigen coronavirus (COVID-19) test for entry. This was confirmed by US Virgin Islands Tourism Commissioner Joseph Boschulte. New travel rules, which came into effect today to prevent travellers from importing … Continued
Unreasonable costs and practicing without a BVI Bar Certificate were among some of the factors which resulted in Supreme High Court Judge Justice Adrian Jack reducing the total legal fees ordered to be paid by Speaker of the House of Assembly Julian Willock by some $16,707.99. The total fees ordered to be paid declined from … Continued
Top junior sprinter Jaleel Croal missed out on a podium finish in the final of the 200-meter men’s event at the Cali 2021 Junior PanAm Games in Columbia, but sat a new personal best time breaking the 21 second border for the first time. Jaleel delivered a time of 20.93 seconds to finish fifth in … Continued
The true assessment of the 2021 Anegada Lobster Fest will be revealed within 14 days from the weekend of the annual event. This is according to the Chief Environmental Health Officer Lionel Michael, who told 284News that the factors to determine whether the event was a success from a health perspective, are dependent upon the … Continued
The BVI Christian Council invites the People of the Virgin Islands to a Thanksgiving Service on Friday 10th December 2021 at 5:15 p.m. at the Road Town Methodist Church. In a statement the council said, “Let us come together in unity and fellowship as we give God thanks for protecting us from another hurricane season.” … Continued
VI CONSORTIUM ST. THOMAS — Two individuals were in critical condition as of 2:13 p.m. Saturday after three gunmen stormed a jewelry store in Havensight with guns blazing while executing a robbery, V.I. Police Commissioner Ray Martinez has confirmed to the Consortium. The victims include a female patron and a security guard said to be … Continued
Caribbean News Online Many parts of the Caribbean landscape continue to erode from violence and economic uncertainty and it is giving locals, visitors, and expatriates heightened concern and a reason to pause. Ongoing reported crime against humanity does not discriminate– against whether members of the clergy, women, children, counsellors, law enforcement officers, teachers, sports icons, … Continued
Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has requested an urgent report on the recent incident that led to the arrest of a retired police officer, Cameron Hinds, who was found with a gun and rounds of ammunition when he landed at the Miami International Airport after arriving on a flight from the Grantley Adams International Airport. … Continued
Scientists attached to The UWI Seismic Research Centre (UWI-SRC) have ended their tour of duty in St Vincent and the Grenadines. Activity at the volcano has declined steadily since the last explosive event on April 22, 2021, and all currently available monitoring data points to an end in eruptive activity. However, residual steaming at the … Continued
CNN has fired anchor Chris Cuomo after details emerged about how he assisted his brother, former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, as the politician faced sexual harassment allegations earlier this year. The network suspended Chris Cuomo earlier in the week to investigate his involvement with his brother’s defense. “We have retained a respected law firm … Continued
PEOPLE The death toll has continued to rise following the sudden eruption of Indonesia’s Mount Semeru on Saturday. As of Monday, at least 22 people have been killed, while an additional 27 people remain missing, according to the Associated Press and Reuters. On Monday, rescuers recovered three bodies — including a 13-year-old boy — from … Continued
BRUSSELS (AP) — A slew of nations moved to stop air travel from southern Africa on Friday, and stocks plunged in Asia and Europe in reaction to news of a new, potentially more transmissible COVID-19 variant. “The last thing we need is to bring in a new variant that will cause even more problems,” said … Continued
LONDON (AP) — WHAT IS THIS NEW COVID-19 VARIANT IN SOUTH AFRICA? South African scientists have identified a new version of the coronavirus this week that they say is behind a recent spike in COVID-19 infections in Gauteng, the country’s most populous province. It’s unclear where the new variant actually arose, but it was first … Continued
In November the BVI Rotary Family Celebrated the Rotary Foundation to coincide with District Governor Louis Wever and his wife Amanda’s Official Visit to the Territory. The Grand Fundraiser took place in partnership with Rosewood Little Dix Bay where Mr. Ephraim Penn and Mr. Elwin Anderson Flax were bestowed with the prestigious Community Paul Harris … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Chamber of Commerce and Hotel Association in partnership with the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College presents a ‘Business Stakeholders Meeting: Assessing the Workforce Needs of the Business Community’ on the 7th of December 2021, from 11am – 1 pm. This meeting will be held at the Eileene L. Parsons Auditorium, HLSCC … Continued
As we emerge from Covid-19, it is clear that we are facing a “new normal” in which health and safety will be critical business factors, particularly for the travel and tourism industry. Meeting this challenge will require businesses, communities, and destinations to implement new processes and procedures that will make it easy and seamless for … Continued
Inflation is starting to look like that unexpected — and unwanted — houseguest who just won’t leave. For months, many economists had sounded a reassuring message that a spike in consumer prices, something that had been missing in action in the U.S. for a generation, wouldn’t stay long. It would prove “transitory,” in the soothing … Continued
Work and Life Coach Marva Titley-Smith will be available to sign copies of her six-week devotional book titled Time to Thrive on Thursday, December 9. In the book, Mrs. Titley-Smith shows persons how to slow down and thrive, one day at a time. With daily devotions covering the core life areas: spiritual, family, emotional, personal … Continued
NEW YORK (AP) — Virgil Abloh, a leading designer whose groundbreaking fusions of streetwear and high couture made him one of the most celebrated tastemakers in fashion and beyond, has died of cancer. He was 41. Abloh’s death was announced Sunday by the luxury group LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy) and Abloh’s own Off-White label, … Continued
The Hollywood Reporter Jackie Avant, the wife to legendary music executive Clarence Avant, was shot and killed in a home invasion robbery in Beverly Hills on Tuesday night, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. She was 81. Jackie and Clarence’s daughter, Nicole Avant, is married to Netflix co-CEO and chief content officer Ted Sarandos. A Netflix … Continued
Leonardo DiCaprio is set to play a religious cult leader in the upcoming film Jim Jones. The 46-year-old Oscar winner is in final talks to portray Jim Jones, the man who orchestrated the 1978 Jonestown massacre. In what is considered one of the most bizarre events in history, Jones led more than 900 of his followers to suicide … Continued
Caribbean News Online Many parts of the Caribbean landscape continue to erode from violence and economic uncertainty and it is giving locals, visitors, and expatriates heightened concern and a reason to pause. Ongoing reported crime against humanity does not discriminate– against whether members of the clergy, women, children, counsellors, law enforcement officers, teachers, sports icons, … Continued
Beginning November 1st, 2021 the International Passenger Ferry Schedule will include more service runs between the British Virgin Islands and US Virgin Islands. An official advisory sent out by the BVIPA revealed that the adjustment is as a result of increased bookings recorded in the territory. “Per request from our International Ferry Operators the international … Continued
I have been hearing the phrase “young democracy” in conversations lately when referring to the Virgin Islands’ development. I am not sure when the “birth” of the territory is being tracked from, but let us use 1950, when our constitution was reinstated by the United Kingdom government. Up until that point, we were governed for … Continued
I recently shared this with some friends during a conversation about the ongoing Commission of Inquiry. I view the COI through a historical context, where our foreparents built this territory since 1834. They survived world wars, global depressions, hurricanes, tsunamis, migrating for work, droughts, a cholera outbreak, and God only knows what else for us … Continued
CNN has fired anchor Chris Cuomo after details emerged about how he assisted his brother, former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, as the politician faced sexual harassment allegations earlier this year. The network suspended Chris Cuomo earlier in the week to investigate his involvement with his brother’s defense. “We have retained a respected law firm … Continued
The Supervisor of Elections is informing the public that the Revised Voters’ List will be published on Tuesday, September 28 in accordance with section 23 (1) of the Elections Act, 1994 and Amendments. The Act states the following: (2) The copies published under subsection (1) shall be deemed to be the Registers of Voters for … Continued
Speaker of the House of Assembly Julian Willock believes that vaccinations should be made mandatory in the British Virgin Islands for all residents except two special categories of persons. The speaker made the statement during a recent Sitting of the House of Assembly, where he said he believes vaccines should be made mandatory for all … Continued
Premier Andrew Fahie says his administration did not in any way try to hide the recent ministerial political advisor initiative from the people, stating that his government made sure the information was brought to residents through publications. Premier Fahie made the statement during a recent broadcast of the Virgin Islands Party Let’s Talk radio programme. … Continued
Local sprint sensation Jaleel Croal has advanced to the finals of 200-meter event at the Cali 2021 inaugural Junior PanAm Games, after finishing third in the semi-finals on Thursday. Croal ran a time of 21.24 seconds to secure his spot and he will be competing in that final later today at 7pm local time. The … Continued
The BVI Football Association’s National League continued over the weekend and saw Lion Heart FC sustaining their unbeaten run with a 2-nil victory over VG United on the Virgin Gorda Recreation Ground. The opening goal came in the 27th minute via Daveian Barnum and Akele Campbell doubled the advantage, securing all 3 points in the … Continued
Representing the BVI at the inaugural PanAm Junior Games in Cali, Colombia, squash player Luca Reich was the first athlete of the BVI team to compete at Cali 2021. After demanding and challenging games, Luca lost out 3-0 to his higher ranked Argentinian opponent, Miguel Gonzalo Pujol on November 26. Chef de Mission and squash … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Under 20 football team finished the CONCACAF Under20 Championship in third position, after defeating Dominica 1-nil on Saturday November 13 to end the tournament with consecutive victories. The lone goal came from Jake Forbes in the 38th minute, as he calmly converted a penalty to give the local boys a needed … Continued
