The death toll from Los Angeles’ devastating wildfires climbed to 24 on Sunday as officials warned of new dangers from fierce winds forecast through midweek. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner attributed 16 deaths to the Eaton Fire near Pasadena and eight to the Palisades Fire along the Pacific coast. Sixteen people remain missing, with … Continued
In a groundbreaking legal decision, US President-elect Donald Trump was sentenced to an unconditional discharge in the hush-money payment case, making him the first US president to take office with a felony conviction. The ruling, delivered by Justice Juan Merchan, concludes the first-ever criminal trial of a former US president. “This court has never been … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed the death of 68-year-old Courtney Fahie, whose lifeless body was discovered in a derelict vehicle late Wednesday night. Fahie, who was of no fixed place of abode, was found inside a green, derelict RAV4 SUV in the Long Swamp area. Officers responded to reports of an … Continued
His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce announced during his Speech from the Throne on Tuesday, January 7, that powers held by the Trade Commission will be transferred to the Minister of Trade, Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley and his ministry. This move comes after Premier Wheatley assumed responsibility for the Ministry of Trade in October … Continued
BVI’s three-time Power Soca Monarch, Ramon George, known by his stage name Ramon G, delivered a stellar performance at the Crucian Christmas Festival 2025 Soca Monarch in St. Croix, United States Virgin Islands, placing in both competing categories. In the Jumpy Segment, Ramon wowed the crowd with his hit song VI Pride, amassing 1,241 points to secure … Continued
Three prominent Virgin Islands officials, including two former members of Governor Albert Bryan Jr.’s Cabinet, face federal indictments tied to a fraud case involving Mon Ethos founder David Whitaker, who has already pleaded guilty to wire fraud and bribery. Former Police Commissioner Ray Martinez, former Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Jenifer O’Neal, and … Continued
The year 2024 has officially become Earth’s hottest on record, with global temperatures soaring past the critical 1.5°C threshold set by the Paris Agreement for the first time, international climate monitoring agencies announced Friday. The European Commission’s Copernicus Climate Service calculated a staggering 1.6°C (2.89°F) rise above pre-industrial levels, while Japan and the UK reported … Continued
Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley has been elected as the President of the UK Overseas Territories Association (UKOTA) and will concurrently serve as President of its Political Council. This appointment announced by the Government of the Virgin Islands on Thursday, January 9, highlights the BVI’s leadership in fostering unity and collaboration among the UK … Continued
Opposition legislators have made clear the need to strengthen the Police Bill 2024. During a recent sitting of the House of Assembly on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, legislators highlighted its level of inadequate attention. One such voice was that of Sixth District Representative Hon. Myron V Walwyn. The motion to amend the Order Paper and … Continued
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Ms. Tiffany Scatliffe, has issued a stark warning to the Standing Finance Committee regarding the critical challenges her office faces due to inadequate human and financial resources. Speaking at the 2024 Standing Finance Committee deliberations Scatliffe highlighted the long-standing resource shortages, which have persisted for over seven years, and … Continued
