UPDATE: TSUNAMI ADVISORY CANCELLED FOR BVI

Update The tsunami advisory previously issued for the British Virgin Islands has been cancelled. The confirmation was received from the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) in a media update after 9:00 p.m. Previous Article A powerful earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.5 struck north of Honduras at 7:23 PM AST on Saturday, prompting tsunami … Continued

S.T.E.P. INITIATIVE PROMISES TO SLASH ELECTRICITY COSTS BY HALF

The Government of the Virgin Islands has committed $1 million to a new Solar Technology Energy Programme that will cover 50% of upfront costs for residential solar installations, Minister for Communications and Works Kye M. Rymer announced Thursday. The programme aims to dramatically reduce electricity expenses for residents, with potential annual savings of up to … Continued

PREMIER REFUTES “MISINFORMED AND MALICIOUS” ALLEGATIONS ON BVI’S FINANCIAL REGULATIONS

Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley has strongly rejected allegations published by The Guardian that accuse the British Virgin Islands (BVI) of attempting to evade a financial crime crackdown. The article, titled “British Virgin Islands accused of ‘shameful’ attempt to avoid financial crime crackdown”, claims the territory’s leadership is in dispute with the United Kingdom … Continued

WOLUES FC RECLAIMS TOP SPOT IN BVIFA NATIONAL LEAGUE WITH 3-0 VICTORY

Wolues Football Club surged back to the top of the BVI Football Association (BVIFA) National League standings after securing a 3-0 victory over One Love United at the Virgin Gorda Recreation Ground on Sunday, February 2. Entering the match level on points (26) with Virgin Gorda United but trailing on goal difference, Wolues knew they … Continued

LAKE WEIGHS IN ON PARI-MUTUEL BETTING IN THE VI

Businessman and horseman Mr. Alex Lake in a recent episode of The Art of a Distinguished Gentleman weighed in on the ongoing battle to solidify a robust pari-mutuel betting commission in the Virgin Islands. The question was posed as Christian liberals in the Virgin Islands continue to push against such a development. Lake credited former … Continued

FOUR SCHOOLS ADVANCE IN DEBATE COMPETITION

St. George’s Secondary School and Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies secured spots in the semi-finals of the 2025 Inter-Secondary School Debate Competition, joining defending champions Elmore Stoutt High School and Bregado Flax Educational Centre Secondary. The schools advanced following Wednesday’s debates at the New Testament Church of God International Worship Centre in Baughers Bay, … Continued