Senior government officials and civil society leaders from across the Caribbean gathered earlier this month in Saint Lucia to develop a unified regional strategy for the fossil fuel transition, setting the stage for discussions at the inaugural International Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels, to be held in Santa Marta, Colombia in April. The … Continued
The Government of Trinidad and Tobago has declared a new state of emergency following a spike in violent criminal activity across the twin-island republic. The announcement came after a meeting of the National Security Council (NSC) on Monday, March 2, 2026, shortly after the previous state of emergency ended on January 31. The meeting included … Continued
Junior Minister for Financial Services, Economic Development and Digital Transformation, Lorna Smith delivered the opening address at the BVI Financial Services Conference on Thursday, March 5, highlighting the territory’s efforts to combat financial crime and strengthen its position as a leading international financial center. The conference, titled “The Changing Face of Financial Crime: Money Laundering, … Continued
US Virgin Islands Governor Albert Bryan Jr. now believes that the marine sector fee dispute between the US and British Virgin Islands could be resolved on a local level. A proposed summit in Washington, D.C. to tackle the issue has been met with tepid support by Bryan. He told a press conference on Monday they … Continued
Operations resumed after a few hours at the TB Lettsome International Airport Wednesday night after an incident involving a Tradewinds Airlines aircraft. Managing Director of the BVI Airports Authority Kurt Menal told 284 Media that when the plane was about to take off, it blew out one of its tires. He said there was small … Continued
FirstBank has installed a new ATM at Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport in Tortola, British Virgin Islands (BVI). Located in the external area between arrivals and departures, the new machine not only provides added convenience for BVI residents and travelers, but it also shows FirstBank’s commitment to continue investing in the territory. “This installation reflects … Continued
The Ministry of Health and Social Development is advising the public of an increase in respiratory tract infections among young children across the Territory. Respiratory tract infections affect the nose, throat, airways, or lungs and are most often caused by viruses. These illnesses are common among young children whose immune systems are still developing and … Continued
The Virgin Islands Search and Rescue (VISAR) responded to six incidents across the territory during February, according to the organisation’s latest monthly roundup. VISAR reported that volunteers handled one search for a missing person and five injury-related responses during the month. Incidents occurred in several locations including Jost Van Dyke, Buck Island, Cooper Island and … Continued
A tourist was reportedly injured following a collision involving two taxis in the Cane Garden Bay area a short while ago. Reports indicate that the two taxis were travelling up the hill away from Cane Garden Bay when one driver allegedly attempted to overtake the other, ultimately leading to a collision. Images of the aftermath … Continued
