The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) has had its accreditation reaffirmed by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) – the accrediting body for institutions of higher education in the Mid-Atlantic States, the American territories/commonwealths of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands and international locations such as the Virgin Islands, U.K. President … Continued
According to documents filed in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. The defense attorney Theresa Van Vliet, representing former Premier of the Virgin Islands Andrew Fahie has asked a federal judge to delay his July 18 trial date. The request asked that the court rescheduled the trial no sooner than Jan.16, 2023 … Continued
Colours Caribbean, Stonewall and a select group of academics, along with key members of UK Parliament have been overseeing the preliminary draft of a bill introduced by Michael Cashman CBE (Lord Cashman) to make same-sex marriage lawful in those British Overseas Territories where it is currently unlawful. If passed, the bill would empower local governors—who … Continued
A more sophisticated crypto market will show long-term commitment in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) as different products and platforms are developed, says Jeffrey Kirk, Managing Partner of Appleby (BVI) Limited addressing the opportunities for business growth in the British Virgin Islands during a panel discussion hosted by BVI Finance and Fusang, the digital exchange … Continued
During a recently held Virgin Islands Day ceremony held at the HLSCC auditorium, which is named in her honor. Former legislator Eileen L. Parsons OBM, who is popularly regarded as a Culture Icon stunned residents with what many are calling hurtful and disrespectful comments regarding who she thinks is considered a Virgin Islander. Her remarks … Continued
Governor of the Virgin Islands His Excellency John Rankin CMG and Police Commissioner Mark Collins have been accused of lying after being caught in a number of conflicting statements regarding the “Police in Paradise video. In a recent statement the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB) has addressed claims made by the Governor of the Virgin Islands … Continued
The following is commentary from Dr. Charles Wheatley. I have been listening to a fair amount of discourse about the symptoms which characterize the current situation in our homeland, but not sufficient discourse on the root causes of the situation. The status of our people should be measured against the goals of the Territory. The … Continued
In an official statement, Premier of the Virgin Islands Dr. Hon. Natalio Wheatley shared his sentiments on the passing of former USVI Governor Charles W. Turnbull. Former Governor of the United States Virgin Islands Charles W. Turnbull passed away on Sunday July 3rd, 2022 at the age of 87. At the time of his passing … Continued
In a Government commissioned release, it was announced that Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley is away from the Territory attending the 43rd Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in Suriname from July 3 to 5. The heads of CARICOM are expected … Continued
In a recent statement the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB) has addressed claims made by the Governor of the Virgin Islands His Excellency John Rankin CMG, at a recent press conference July 1, 2022, alongside the Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr Hon Natalio D. Wheatley. Concerning the highly controversial filming of the recently leaked “Police … Continued
