British Virgin Islands national Dane Hunter has joined the Global Samud Flotilla, an international mission seeking to break the blockade of Gaza and deliver urgently needed humanitarian aid. Hunter, who has Palestinian friends in the Caribbean and New York, said his decision to join was deeply personal. “It’s a man-made tragedy. You have starving kids. … Continued
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has defended Antigua and Barbuda’s long standing relationship with China, dismissing calls for Caribbean nations to rethink their diplomatic and economic ties with China. He was speaking during a ceremony celebrating the 76th anniversary of progress and friendship between China and Antigua and Barbuda. Browne praised China’s contributions to infrastructure development … Continued
The Ministry of Communications & Works is advising the motoring public of current and upcoming road closures to facilitate major infrastructure works in the territory. The road from Sea Cow’s Bay over the hill to Road Town will be closed for two weeks to accommodate works in George’s Hallow. Motorists using the Paul Wattley Road … Continued
Bishop John Cline has expressed outrage just like other members of the public about the Auditor General’s report on the exorbitant salary increases for members of the House of Assembly. In a statement on radio, Bishop Cline said that while it is agreed there is a need for increases, the issue is, it is being … Continued
After receiving massive increases in salaries for more than one year without the public’s knowledge, the House of Assembly in a release says it is dedicated to accountability and transparency. The release says the House of Assembly acknowledges the Special Report of the Auditor General concerning the Financing of the 2024 Public Service Salary Increases, … Continued
President of the BVI Athletics Association (BVIAA), Steve Augustine, has commended the efforts of the territory’s athletes following their performances at the recent World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, while expressing optimism for stronger showings in the future. Augustine highlighted the performance of sprinter Rikkoi Brathwaite, who clocked 10.23 seconds in the men’s 100 metres. He … Continued
The United Kingdom has formally moved to revoke the Order in Council that would have allowed it to suspend the Virgin Islands’ constitution and impose direct rule, citing “important and significant progress” by the Government of the Virgin Islands in implementing Commission of Inquiry (COI) reforms. In a letter dated September 22, 2025, UK Minister … Continued
After receiving massive increases in salaries for more than one year without the public’s knowledge, the House of Assembly in a release says it is dedicated to accountability and transparency. The release says the House of Assembly acknowledges the Special Report of the Auditor General concerning the Financing of the 2024 Public Service Salary Increases, … Continued
The budget for the H. Lavity Stoutt Community college for this year has been increased by 1.3 million dollars. The increase was announced by the Minister of Education Sharie De Castro when she addressed the Fall Convocation, of the college, It is said to be a sweeping enhancement to HLSCC’s funding, ushering in new infrastructure, … Continued
The Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change has released its 2025 Mid-Year Review, showcasing significant advances in land management, environmental protection, climate resilience, and coastal restoration across the Virgin Islands. The report captures what officials describe as a “dynamic period” of legislative reform, strategic planning, and wide-ranging stakeholder engagement. Permanent Secretary Dr Ronald Smith-Berkley … Continued
