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“IF YOU’RE PASSIONATE ABOUT IT, DON’T GIVE UP” – EMBERSON-BAIN TO YOUNG CREATIVES

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BVIslander Sophia Emberson-Bain is encouraging aspiring actors and actresses across the Virgin Islands who are passionate about the profession to utilise all available tools, including technology to shed light on their respective talents. Emberson-Bain recently featured in the blockbuster movie “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” the second highest-grossing movie of 2024, recording approximately $359.1 million internationally … Continued

BOMB THREATS LINKED TO CASE OF AMERICANS DETAINED IN TURKS AND CAICOS

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The recent bomb threat made at the TB Lettsome International Airport is among a wave of bomb threats disrupting airports across the Caribbean and is believed to be connected to the case of four Americans charged in Turks and Caicos for ammunition possession.  The families of Michael Lee Evans, Bryan Hagerich, Tyler Scott Wenrich and … Continued

CIBONEY CROWNED CHAMPIONS OF THE 2024 PRIMARY SCHOOLS FOREIGN LANGUAGE BOWL

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Ciboney School of Excellence emerged victorious in the highly anticipated 2024 Primary School Foreign Language Bowl, securing the coveted title of champions in a fiercely competitive contest. Competing against 13 other schools, Ciboney School of Excellence showcased exceptional linguistic skills and cultural knowledge to claim the top spot in the competition. The trio of Marley … Continued

DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR LAUNCHES TRAINING ON NEW LABOUR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

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Today marks the commencement of training on the new Labour Management System for the staff of the Department of Labour and Workforce Development. The training, estimated to last over the next two weeks, signals a significant milestone in the modernization efforts of the department. The announcement was made last Friday by Deputy Premier and Minister … Continued

TORTOLA’S “GHOSTINYOU” TAKES VICTORY IN USVI GOVERNOR’S CUP

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Top Priority Stables tasted sweet victory today as their horse ‘Ghostingyou’ captured the USVI Governor’s Cup. In a blistering 1:43.2  finish, Ghostingyou outpaced the competition in the 1-mile race held at the Clinton E. Phipps Racetrack on St. Thomas.  The $40,000 winner’s purse from Ghostingyou’s triumph adds another accolade to Top Priority Stables’ racing legacy … Continued