Premier Hon. Dr. Natalio Wheatley is currently away from the Territory attending the 46th regular meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), taking place from February 25th to 28th, 2024. The CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting is a semi-annual summit where leaders from the CARICOM member states gather to … Continued
The echoes of a deadly fire still reverberate in Guyana, where the parents of two surviving teenagers have filed a lawsuit against the government, alleging negligence over the tragedy that claimed 20 lives last year. In May 2023, flames engulfed the Mahdia dormitory. In that incident 20 students perished, trapped behind iron grills and locked doors. … Continued
In a recent Cabinet meeting key appointments were made to the Prospect Reef Management Company Board. The Cabinet decided on the following appointments: Mr. Collingston George, has been appointed as Chairperson for a period of three years, effective from 1st January, 2024 until 31st December, 2026. Ms. Kerrel Wilson, has been appointed as a Director … Continued
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has issued a new epidemiological alert, urging countries in the Americas to intensify efforts to control the Aedes aegypti mosquito, the primary vector transmitting dengue fever. The alert comes in response to a significant surge in reported cases in several countries during the early weeks of 2024. According to … Continued
Local author Sesilee Thomas is set to be featured at the London Book Fair 2024. Her memoir, “My Story,” will be on display, promising to share the culture and culinary tradition of the Virgin Islands. A recent press release described her memoir as a testament to her devout faith and appreciation for the culture of … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Under 20 football team faced a challenging start to the 2024 CONCACAF Under 20 Championship Qualifier, enduring an 8-0 defeat against the formidable host, Nicaragua, in the opening match on Friday. Playing at approximately 9:00 p.m. BVI time, the young BVI squad found themselves under early pressure as Nicaragua swiftly found … Continued
The two-time defending National Fast Pitch Softball League champions, Pirates, showcased their resilience and skill as they clinched a nail-biting victory in their first game of the Dominican Republic Independence Softball Tournament on Thursday, February 22. Playing at the E. Walwyn Brewley Ballpark, the Pirates held on to win a closely contested match against Team … Continued
The BVI Under 20 national football team is set to play their first match of the 2024 CONCACAF Under 20 Championship Qualifying against host Nicaragua tonight. The match is set to begin at 9:00 p.m. BVI time at the Nicaragua National Stadium. Prior to the team’s departure, 284 Media caught up with members of the team, … Continued
In a pivotal match that may have far-reaching consequences for the legitimate National League title contenders, the Islanders FC secured a crucial 2-1 victory last Sunday, potentially putting Sugar Boys FC out of contention. The latest standings reveal the impact of the weekend’s matches, with VG United maintaining their top position with 28 points from … Continued
Native Grenadian Dr. Camille Lewis has been officially recognized as a Modern-Day Technology Leader at the 38th Black Engineer of the Year Awards (BEYA) held from 15th-18th February 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland, United States (US). The distinction is annually conferred on a cohort of trailblazing technology professionals in the US who are shaping the technological … Continued
