BVI COMMUNITY TO RALLY AGAINST CHILD ABUSE- ADRIANNA YOUNGE INSPIRED EVENT

Mrs. British Virgin Islands Globe 2024 and Women in Need, WINBVI Ambassador Rhonda Victor Pinnock is rallying the community for an awareness event to close out Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month on Wednesday, April 30th. During her reign in 2024, Victor Pinnock’s platform was Gender Based/Domestic Violence. And as April is being observed as … Continued

Spectacular conditions forecast for Antigua Sailing Week 2025

The 56th edition of Antigua Sailing Week will start next week in spectacular fashion, with strong tradewinds forecast to provide adrenaline-packed sailing across nine classes. Competitors range from family crews and long-term cruisers to some of the most successful sailors on the planet, including America’s Cup winner Dean Barker. “Whatever their background, every sailor will … Continued

CHTA ADVOCATES FOR CHANGES TO PROPOSED TARIFFS

Caribbean tourism officials are urging the U.S. government to exempt the region from proposed port service fees targeting Chinese-made or flagged vessels, warning the measures could significantly harm an industry vital to both economies. The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association submitted recommendations to the U.S. Trade Representative regarding the proposed fees of up to $1.5 … Continued

CARIBBEAN AIRLINES RESTARTS MONTEGO BAY – FORT LAUDERDALE DAILY FLIGHTS

Caribbean Airlines has proudly reintroduced its non-stop service between Montego Bay, Jamaica (MBJ) and Fort Lauderdale, Florida (FLL), reaffirming its commitment to connecting Jamaicans with home. The airline on March 11, resumed daily flights on this route, offering 1,323 seats per week in each direction. The decision to restart this service is based directly on … Continued

USVI GOVERNOR LACKS AUTHORITY TO IMPOSE 25% TARIFF ON BVI – LEGAL OPINION CONFIRMS

As the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) Legislature prepares for an emergency meeting today to discuss Governor Albert Bryan Jr.’s proposal to impose a 25% tariff on imports from the British Virgin Islands (BVI), a legal opinion issued on Tuesday has confirmed that the governor does not have the authority to enforce such a measure. … Continued

BERMUDA’S PROGRESSIVE LABOUR PARTY SECURES THIRD CONSECUTIVE ELECTION VICTORY

Premier David Burt and his Progressive Labour Party (PLP) secured a historic third consecutive victory in Bermuda’s General Election on Tuesday, solidifying their dominance despite the opposition One Bermuda Alliance (OBA) making gains in the Parliament. The PLP, which held 30 seats following the last general election, won 25 seats this time, while the OBA … Continued

ANGUILLA LEADERS CONDEMN RECENT VIOLENT CRIMES – TOO EARLY TO SPECULATE

Anguilla’s governor and premier have stated that it is too early to speculate on the motives behind the island’s recent violent crimes, including the February 17 murder of Virgin Islander Omari Roberts, stressing that ongoing investigations must be allowed to take their course. In a joint statement following a briefing with the Commissioner of Police, … Continued