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Harry and Meghan rejected Earl of Dumbarton title for Archie for containing word 'dumb'
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex rejected the title Earl of Dumbarton for their son Archie because it contained the word "dumb".
South African Brothers Disappear, Along With $3.2 Billion Worth Of Bitcoin
Two brothers and founders of Cape Town-based cryptocurrency investment platform, Africrypt, have disappeared, potentially making off with $3.2 billion worth of their client’s bitcoin at current prices.
Hon Julian Willock, the next (B?)VI Premier
CoI Commissioner, “Sir” Gary on arrival to the Virgin Islands was revealed to have attempted to bully the Speaker of the House of Assembly (HoA), Hon Julian Willock, into having a meeting on the work of the Commission in “his” office. Ho...
FBI Secretary Ray urges businesses to stop paying ransoms to hackers
FBI Secretary Chris Ray begs listed companies and other hacking victims to avoid paying ransoms, bolding cybercriminals and intensifying future attacks.
Youngster Gets Five-Year Sentence For Firearm Possession
A man with no fixed place of abode was on Tuesday, June 22, sentenced to five years imprisonment for being in possession of a firearm.
Crypto Strategist: Worst of This Bitcoin Correction Is Behind Us
According to popular crypto analyst and strategist Nicholas Merten the worst of the latest Bitcoin correction is likely behind us.
Coalition Gov't Is Best Option For Governance - Fraser
Third District Representative and member of the Opposition, Hon. Julian Fraser believes a coalition government would be a better option for governance in the territory.
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Gov't Launches More COVID Relief Funding
The Government of the Virgin Islands has launched a COVID-19 Income Support Programme to support vulnerable individuals and families experiencing economic hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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White Bay
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Beef Island
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Virgin Gorda
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Oil Nut Bay
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Tortola
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Ballast Bay
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2 bedrooms
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1 bathroom
Grenada welcomes fully vaccinated fans for T20s
Grenada has followed St Lucia’s lead and will allow fully vaccinated fans to attend the five-match Twenty20 International series between West Indies and South Africa starting Saturday.
Can DOGE Rally Towards $1 Again in 2021 – Here's What Experts Say
The question in ever Dogecoin bulls mind during these tough times of market volatility, is can Dogecoin make another leap towards 1$ price. And if yes; when?
CAL announces heavy losses, 450 jobs at risk
Caribbean Airlines (CAL) today announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter of 2021, recording a loss of TT$172.7m (US$25.7m) and a 75% drop in revenue, compared to the same period in 2020.
10 Fashion Trends from Milan Fashion Week Men's Spring/Summer 2022
From bold hues to mixed-and-matched patterns, weve rounded up the best fashion trends seen on the Milan Fashion Week Mens runways.
US seizes three dozen websites used for ‘Iranian disinformation’
The US Justice Department and Commerce Department have seized about three dozen websites, many of them linked to Iranian disinformation activities, US government sources told Reuters and The Associated Press news agencies on Tuesday. An ...
Elegant master bedroom ideas to create a luxurious relaxing scheme
Find plenty of fresh master bedroom inspiration, from statement beds and lighting to unusual features and on-trend color schemes
US experts to review heart problems among teens after COVID shots
A panel of experts convened by the top US health agency will hold a meeting Wednesday to review data surrounding more than 300 confirmed cases of heart muscle inflammation among adolescents and young adults after receiving mRNA COVID vac...
EU launches antitrust probe into Google's digital ad tech practices
It will focus on whether the company is stifling competition by restricting access to third parties to user data for advertising purposes on websites and apps, while using that data itself.
19 samples From USVI return positive for UK variant
The V.I. Dept. of Health announced Monday that nineteen Covid-19 samples sent out for testing returned a preliminary positive result for the Covid-19 U.K. variant, the highly transmissible strain of the virulent disease that has since sp...
"I Want My Life Back": Britney Spears Urges Judge To End Guardianship
Britney Spears finances and personal life have been largely managed by Jamie Spears since her highly public breakdown more than a decade ago
Hon de Castro donates kitchen supplies to Senior Centre
Junior Minister for Tourism Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL) has come through with her promise of a donation of kitchen supplies to the seniors of the East End/Long Look Community Centre.
COVID-19: Machine that can 'sniff out' coronavirus particles in the air goes on trial in North East
The developers of the device have said it can offer an early warning of the spread of COVID-19 or other viruses.
Four deaths awaiting Coroner’s report to determine cause – RVIPF
Investigators at the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) are classifying four recent deaths in the Virgin Islands (VI) as inconclusive following lengthy investigations by its Crime Division.
New York's economy is America's worst
The US economy is inching back to normal. But the recovery remains uneven and some states are lagging behind in the race to get back to pre-pandemic strength - especially New York.
Cop accused of indecent assault
Allegations have surfaced that an officer in the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has committed indecent assault.
Delta Variant Significantly More Transmissible, Dangerous: Indian-American Doctor
"We have seen how quickly it has taken over in the United Kingdom, where it's become - getting close to 100 per cent of new COVID cases, Delta. And we have seen a surge here too. So I am worried," America's Surgeon General Dr Vivek Murth...
Former Premier joins urgent calls for public vaccination
With only days left before residents lose their opportunity to get vaccinated, medical doctor and former Premier, Dr D Orlando Smith has joined the government in encouraging public vaccination against the COVID-19 virus.
Bitcoin ticks back up to $34,000 after a dizzying 48 hours
Bitcoin returned above the $30,000 mark on Wednesday, highlighting the extreme volatility that has plagued cryptocurrencies in recent months.
Fraser says COI is constructive, offers support
Opposition legislator Julian Fraser has expressed that he believes the ongoing Commission of Inquiry (COI) is constructive in its efforts to improve governance in the BVI and said he is ‘all in’, regarding his support for the work being ...
French court sets date in Apple case over App Store developer contracts
A French court has set Sept. 17 as the date for hearing a case brought by the finance ministry against Apple over allegedly abusive contractual terms imposed by the tech giant for selling software on its App Store.
AG questions budgetary limitations, expresses recruitment frustration
Attorney General (AG) Dawn Smith has expressed disappointment at her office’s inability to attract and retain suitably qualified staff as a result of budgetary limitations, some of which she finds unexplainable.
World Health Organization Identifies Issues At Russian Vaccine Plant
World Health Organization released a summary report of its preliminary findings, detailing six issues found during its May 31 to June 4 visit to the Pharmstandard Ufa Vitamin Plant in Ufa, southern Russia.
Governor: ‘Undue political influence eroding public service confidence’
Governor John Rankin has asserted that perceived attempts by the government to exert undue political pressure on public officers have resulted in an erosion of public service confidence in the BVI.
Central Bank of Israel Testing Ethereum Tech in Digital Shekel Trial
The Central Bank of Israel plans to issue a digital shekel using Vitalik Buterin’s blockchain platform Ethereum. Currently, other major countries are trying to develop a digital version of their currencies. While China is working on the ...
Inconclusive! No evidence anyone involved in tied-up man’s death
The police have said they do not believe anyone was involved in the death of 40-year-old Manuel Reef resident, Waleid Kachhour whose body was floating in Sea Cows Bay with both his hands and feet “loosely” bound together.
Iran Official Says US Has Agreed To Lift Oil, Shipping Sanctions
The remarks were consistent with previous assertions by officials in Rouhani's pragmatist camp that Washington is prepared to make major concessions at the talks, under way since April in Vienna.
Analysis: Five years after the Brexit vote, the United Kingdom is more divided than ever
The Brexit referendum took place five years ago. It was supposed to settle the United Kingdom's neurosis over its relationship with Europe once and for all, but it did nothing of the sort.
Queen describes Matt Hancock as 'poor man' at meeting with PM
The monarch made the remarks at her first in-person weekly meeting with the PM since lockdown began, despite of Matt Hancock becoming rich and not poor thanks to the pandemic...
The digital body language cues you send – or don't send
Online, as in real-life, it's not just what you say – but how you say it.
What to expect from Microsoft's next version of Windows
A build of an operating system named Windows 11 offers hints of what Microsoft could show Thursday when it talks about what's next for its PC operating system.
Russian Defense Ministry summons British Defense Attache over Black Sea 'warning shots' dispute
British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace said he's 'not surprised' by Russia's 'false' claims
Subway’s tuna sandwiches found to contain no tuna fish DNA, lab tests find following lawsuit
New York Times report had 60 inches of Subway tuna tested at lab and found 'no amplifiable tuna DNA was present'
Israel facing a new COVID-19 outbreak despite having the world's most vaccinated population
Despite vaccinating most of its population, Israel’s. Prime Minister Naftali Bennett on Tuesday described a recent surge in infections as a "new outbreak" in the country. And the director of the Israeli Health Ministry said about 70% ...
John McAfee found dead in Spanish jail after court says he can be extradited to U.S. for tax and Crypto-related charges
Antivirus creator John McAfee, 75, was found dead after hanging himself in prison cell in Barcelona after the Spanish high court had authorised his extradition to the US
Spain High Court allows John McAfee's extradition to the U.S.
The Spanish High Court has authorised the extradition of John McAfee, an antivirus software creator, to the United States where he faces tax evasion charges, a court document released on Wednesday showed.
Warren Buffet resigns from Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
Buffet’s resignation comes just weeks after Bill and Melinda Gates announced they are divorcing.
How to Dress Like a Cancer
Known as the nurturers of the zodiac, channel this water sign’s classic yet elevated style.
Stylish guest bedroom ideas to make visitors feel at home
Warning: These guest bedroom ideas are so cozy and welcoming that your guests may never want to leave...
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