The U.S. government is catching up with Black people who have been commemorating the end of slavery in the United States for generations with a day called “Juneteenth.” President Joe Biden signed a bill Thursday that was passed by Congress to set aside Juneteenth, or June 19th, as a federal holiday. “I hope this is … Continued
The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) said it has welcomed another partner into the fold with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Western Illinois University (WIU) that will see the American university recognizing qualifications from the regional exam body. It said that under the agreement, which was signed at a virtual ceremony on … Continued
Pursuant to the public announcement made by Premier and Minister with responsibility for Ports, Honourable Andrew A. Fahie, on Thursday, April 8th, regarding the postponement of port fee increases to 2022, the British Virgin Islands Ports Authority officially advises all stakeholders that the majority of fees, included those scheduled to take effect next month, will … Continued
Mrs. Curve BVI – Sophia Rubaine and Mrs. Classique BVI- Deborah Maddox both departed the territory on June 18th, to represent at the international leg of the pageants to be held in Palm springs, California on June 26th. Both ambassadors were officially appointed on March 5th, 2021 and began preparations in pursuit of the international … Continued
While the territory experienced inclement weather from a tropical wave on the night of Thursday June 17 that mainly resulted in heavy showers, at least one other Caribbean country has reportedly suffered moderate damage from a “freak storm”. Barbados experienced a tropical wave on the night of Wednesday June 16 which resulted in houses completely … Continued
The BVI Football Association’s Youth programme has been making positive strides in the development of young footballers here in the territory. This is according to the BVI Football Association’s President Andy Bickerton who made the statement during an interview with 284 Media on Thursday June 17. Bickerton was speaking on the advancements made in youth … Continued
In a media release today June 18th, 2021, Speaker of the House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands issued a statement confirming that he will be attending the COI hearing today June 18th, 2021. The statement said “I have been made aware that members of the public, my Honourable colleagues in the Fourth House of … Continued
Suriname Thursday announced a complete lockdown on Sundays and holidays until July 5, as the Dutch-speaking Caribbean Community (CARICOM) country and other member states recorded deaths linked to COVID-19. The number of COVID-19 deaths in Suriname has risen to 427 after nine people died from the virus, pushing the total for this month to 125. … Continued
Are you craving delectable local cuisine? Maybe you are yearning for a break from virtual meetings and looking for an escape in nature. The BVI Tourist Board encourages you to Relax, because We Have Everything Here! This summer, “Find Yourself right here in the BVI” and indulge in a BVI Staycation. The BVI Tourist Board … Continued
The National Disaster Management Council (NDMC), will be meeting virtually today Friday, June 18, to discuss the British Virgin Islands hurricane readiness and to develop a plan to have the territory fully prepared for the 2021 Atlantic Hurricane season. A media release from the Office of the Deputy Governor confirmed the meeting which will be … Continued
