Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp went offline for users across the globe, the social media giant said on Monday, as it worked on restoring the services after being hit by one of its longest outages. The disruption, which hit Facebook’s platforms minutes before noon, comes a day after a whistleblower accused the firm of repeatedly prioritizing profit over … Continued
The family of Miya Marcano will be assessing all available legal remedies against the Arden Villas Apartment complex which they believe are liable in the recent death of the former BVI Prince and Princess contestant. This was announced during a press conference which was held by the family on Sunday October 3 in Orlando, by … Continued
Three companies in the British Virgin Islands have been listed in the recently leaked financial documents – Pandora Papers – for their assistance in secretly purchasing properties in the United States valuing nearly $70 million, for the King of Jordan. This is according to a published BBC article dated Sunday October 3, which said that … Continued
VI CONSORTIUM ST. THOMAS — Two men were shot and killed during an incident in Estate Thomas just before the 10:00 p.m. Sunday, according to people with knowledge of the matter. The shooting was corroborated by V.I. Police Commissioner Ray Martinez. According to the commissioner, the incident occurred in Estate Thomas in the vicinity of … Continued
VI CONSORTIUM Governor Albert Bryan is ready to ease Covid-19 restrictions in the U.S. Virgin Islands imposed 1 year and 7 months ago, telling the Consortium during an interview Friday that once St. Croix — which is seeing a surge in active cases — gets under control, many pandemic-induced rules will start lifting. “We’re waiting … Continued
Demolition work on the Isabella Morris Primary School begins today October 1 in preparation for new development. Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley said demolition work begins on the building which was deemed structurally unsafe while the Government of the Virgin Islands moves forward with its mandate … Continued
The finals of the BVI Basketball Federation’s 2021 District League competition will kick off this evening at the Multipurpose Sports Complex facility in Road Town. In the junior division, VG Bayside Blazers will be taking on Skillful Ballers in the first game of the five-game series at 6:30pm, while in the senior division, VG Bayside … Continued
September 6, 2017, will be forever etched in the memories of the people in the Virgin Islands. This statement stands strongly for the faculty, staff and students of the Ivan Dawson Primary School as most of the school’s infrastructure was damaged due to the passing of Hurricanes Irma and Maria. Fundraising activities were initiated by … Continued
Partially vaccinated residents once in possession of a negative rapid antigen test will now be allowed to access night clubs throughout the British Virgin Islands. This was revealed by Minister for Health Carvin Malone, who made the announcement during a press conference on the night of Thursday September 30. Minister Malone said that subsequent to … Continued
Gender Affairs Coordinator, Ms. Tara Sue Morgan has explained that the theme, ’Know your Worth” for Domestic Violence Awareness Month is a call for persons to advocate for the love that they deserve. The Office of Gender Affairs is leading this year’s advocacy activity with continued support and participation from community groups and social advocacy organisations such … Continued
