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US Shot Down Suspected Chinese Spy Balloon With Single Missile
"We successfully took it down, and I want to compliment our aviators who did it," President Joe Biden said.
Live: US Fighter Jets Shoot Down Chinese Balloon Over Atlantic Ocean
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has cancelled his upcoming historic trip to Beijing as a sign of protest against the intrusion of US airspace by China.
Tennessee Bill Would Imprison People for 3 Years If They 'Lie' About Rape to Get an Abortion.
Republican lawmakers in Tennessee introduced a bill this week that would add a rape exception to the state’s near-total abortion ban, with the caveat that those who “lie” about being raped to access abortion care, could be sentenced to u...
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No Injuries, fatalities reported after Long Bush/Lower Estate gunshots
Following reports of gunshots in the Long Bush/Lower Estate area last evening Friday, February 3, 2023, there have been no reports of any injuries or fatalities in the area.
St. Croix residents busted with Cocaine in frozen conch @ Airport
Two St. Croix residents appeared in federal court on Thursday facing drug trafficking offenses, after Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents found narcotics in frozen seafood.
Voters must get it right
Beware of politicians who want power above all else; power before country. As the Virgin Islands enters the season of talk and promises, in another land far away and across the vast Atlantic, elections will take place this month of Febru...
Hon Malone reveals he initially crossed floor to not appear like a ‘rogue member’
At-Large Representative in the Virgin Islands House of Assembly, Hon Carvin Malone (AL) has revealed that at the time of crossing into the opposition from the Unity Government in June 2022, he also did so to not appear as a rogue member ...
Former Businessman & Public Officer Elihu R. Rhymer BEM passes
The Territory, close friends, and family are mourning the passing of Elihu Rudolph Rhymer B.E.M., who according to family members passed away today Saturday, February 4, 2023, after a long illness at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital in ...
Three arrested with one charged in human trafficking probe- RVIPF
Information coming out of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is that a number of persons have been arrested following the execution of a search warrant on Thursday, February 2, 2023, in relation to an ongoing major investigati...
Google poised to unveil artificial intelligence plans to take on ChatGPT
The launch of ChatGPT from OpenAI appears to have kicked off an AI arms race, with Google and Microsoft seemingly leading the charge as tech giants look to change the way we engage with their products and services - including searching t...
Hon Vanterpool embarrassed over tourist seeing 'garbage smoke' on VG
Fourth District Representative Hon Mark H. Vanterpool has said he was recently embarrassed over the unsightly burning of garbage on the Sister Island of Virgin Gorda.
Netflix says new password sharing rules were posted by accident
Netflix may be home to popular shows like Squid Game and Stranger Things, but its attempts to get fans to pay up for their own accounts has not gone down well.
VI’s Nat’l Sustainable Development Plan will not ‘rest on the shelves’- Premier
Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has laid the Virgin Islands' National Sustainable Development Plan (NSDP) on the table of the House of Assembly, paving the way for debate on it.
Pakistan Blocks Wikipedia Over "Blasphemous Content". Here's What We Know
The blacklisting of Wikipedia comes days after the Pakistan Telecom Authority (PTA) degraded Wikipedia services for 48 hours, threatening to block it if the content deemed 'blasphemous' was not deleted.
D8 political aspirant Wheatley launches proposal for Red Bay
Less than 24 hours after our news centre broke the news that former Financial Secretary (FS) Mr L. Allen Wheatley is expected to be the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) candidate for District 8, the political aspirant has launched a proposal f...
51 Relaxing Poolside Sitting Areas To Daydream About
Relaxing poolside sitting areas, featuring luxurious outdoor living spaces, conversation pits, outdoor dining rooms, outdoor lounge furniture & modern gardens.
Police Bill 2023 raises red flags & makes way for police abuse of rights
Many residents and legal minds, who have taken a look at the proposed Police Act, 2023, said the Bill in its current form has raised some serious issues and will take away the human rights of the people.
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Be fast, have no regrets... If you need to be right before you move, you will never win
Premier fails to get UK Minister to lift Order in Council
Despite pushing the narrative of a ‘Modern Partnership’ between the United Kingdom and the Government of the Virgin Islands (VI), UK Minister for the Overseas Territories Lord Frank Zacharias Robin Goldsmith has indicated that the contro...
Phil Oh’s Best Street Style Photos From the New York Fashion Week Spring 2023 Shows
This season New York Fashion Week has brought in a worldwide crowd of stars thanks to a packed season that even includes shows from international designers like Fendi and Marni.
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Apple, Amazon and Google all offer gloomy outlooks in quarterly results
Fears of a recession have dampened explosive growth enjoyed by tech companies throughout the pandemic.
Why you should never pee ‘just in case’ before you leave the house
‘Do you need to go to the toilet before we leave?’
Fraud claims against Adani group spark political row in India
A US research firm's allegations of fraud against billionaire Gautam Adani's business empire have sparked a political row in India.
Biden's labor secretary says he's watching tech layoffs closely, but for now it's still a good time to find a job
Labor Secretary Marty Walsh said he's not sure if the tech layoffs will be an issue for just a couple of months, or a longer-term situation.
Qatar Bans Insect Food After EU Expands Menu For Protein
Insect products do not meet "the requirements of halal food technical regulations", Qatar's health ministry said in a statement late Thursday.
Offices across the US are at least half full for the first time since before the pandemic, new data shows
Workers from over 41,000 businesses across 10 major metropolitan areas were in offices over half the time for the first time since March 2020.
Positive talks had with OT Minister! Goldsmith to address public today
The government has concluded discussions with Overseas Territories Minister Lord Zac Goldsmith about removing the potentially crippling Order in Council currently hanging over the BVI.
Persons trying to privatise Virgin Gorda’s beaches — Wheatley
Ninth District Representative Vincent Wheatley has argued that there are some persons trying to privatise beaches in the BVI and said this was not the way to go.
I rejoined gov’t because my mission in Opposition was a success
Territorial At-Large Representative Carvin Malone said he rejoined the Government of National Unity because he is now satisfied that he successfully informed the public about pressing matters affecting the territory.
Power struggle! They even try to use my father against me
Ahead of his Virgin Islands Party’s (VIP) congress and race for party leadership this Sunday, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has condemned the usual shenanigans that play out during the proverbial ‘talking season’ in the territory — a term ...
BVI’s legislature too small to serve territory — Fraser
Opposition Leader Julian Fraser has contended that the composition of the House of Assembly (HOA) is much too inadequate to properly facilitate the needs of the territory.
UK wants reforms ‘seen through’ for Order in Council to be lifted
Overseas Territories Minister Lord Zac Goldsmith has suggested that the United Kingdom is not minded to lift the Order in Council over the BVI until governance reforms in the territory are further advanced.
Charlie Munger, calls for a ban on cryptocurrencies in the US, following China's lead
Berkshire Hathaway's Vice Chairman, Charlie Munger, calls for a ban on cryptocurrencies in the US, following China's lead. He argues that a lack of regulation leads to excessive behavior and gambling.
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Spanish government backpedals over sexual consent law
Coalition partners at odds over law that has resulted in more than 200 convicted sex offenders having their sentences reduced.
On the hunt for Vladimir Putin’s ex-wife and her Ironman husband
Since her marriage to the Russian president fell apart, Lyudmila Ocheretnaya and her partner have accumulated millions of euros in European real estate.
Top mafia hitman arrested after 16 years on the run posing as a pizza maker
A convicted murderer with links to Italy’s powerful ’ndrangheta organised crime group has been arrested in France after 16 years on the run.
Simon Cowell 'set on fire' during horrifying Britain's Got Talent audition
One Britain’s Got Talent contestant reportedly brought the heat in their audition and judge Simon Cowell felt the burn.
EU found a way to use frozen Russian funds
The EU will use it for rebuilding Ukraine.
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L. Allen Wheatley to contest D8 with VIP
While many are still wondering whether there will be a 2023 general election in the Territory, the Virgin Islands Party (VIP), one of three political parties in the coalition government, is quietly amassing its slate of 13 candidates.
Premier Wheatley roasted on radio show for keeping VI in dark over UK Minister visit
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) was put on blast for not keeping the Virgin Islands public in the loop concerning the visit to the Virgin Islands (VI) by United Kingdom (UK) Minister for the Ove...
HLSCC to get 25m pool @ Paraquita Bay campus
The BVI Olympic Committee (BVIOC) has announced it has secured a commitment from Panam Sports and World Aquatics (the international swimming federation formerly known as FINA) to support the supply of a 25m international competition stan...
Rotary Tortola & BVI Diabetes Association launch ‘lose to win’ 2023 fundraiser
The Rotary Club of Tortola and the BVI Diabetes Association have kick-started their Lose to Win 12-week challenge in remembrance of M. Elton Georges, a past president of the two organisations.
UPDATE: Hon Malone crosses floor ‘after careful consideration & consultation'
Former Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Carvin Malone (AL) has said he decided to return to the Unity Government side in the House of Assembly after careful consideration and consultation.
Your child has almost certainly watched porn – here’s how to talk to them about it
If you think your children haven’t watched pornography, I’m sorry, but you may have to think again. Earlier this week, the Children’s Commissioner for England released research which shows young people are accessing pornography via mains...
Facebook parent Meta reveals 55% drop in profits after mass layoffs
Shares climb in after-hours deals as the company's forecasts for revenue in the current quarter suggest the ad downturn may be easing at a time when Meta places a greater focus on efficiency.
Chief Planner accepts blame for street sewerage
Chief Planner Gregory Adams said much of the responsibility for sewerage running openly in the streets in some communities should rest with the Planning Department which he overlooks.
Too pricey! Decision needed on Joe’s Hill social housing issue
Minister for Social Development Marlon Penn said he felt there was a need for a closer look at the housing initiative in Joe’s Hill which was expected to deliver affordable housing for some residents of the territory.
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Tennessee Bill Would Imprison People for 3 Years If They 'Lie' About Rape to Get an Abortion.
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Siyahamba
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My God Is Real (Yes, God Is Real)
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From The Virgin Islands Sqad Up
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I have a dream, MLK inspiring speech
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