“Sometimes it is easy to overlook how things work and why they work.  At the heart of it may be pure capitalism, the pursuit of profits.  But in the end, we are with Adam Smith that as we each pursue our own self-interests, like an invisible hand lifting everything, the standards are raised.They do not call it the playground of billionaires for nothing.  The North Sound of Virgin Gorda is a gem and its beauty and development arrests the attention of even the casual obse...

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has added the British Virgin Islands (BVI) to its ‘grey list’ of jurisdictions with weak anti-money laundering (AML) regimes.However, the FATF said the BVI and Bolivia have committed to implement an Action Plan to “swiftly” resolve their “strategic AML deficiencies”.Jurisdictions placed on the FATF grey list are normally added to the EU’s list of high-risk third countries. That designation triggers enhanced due...

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Well well well, Hello You! You have acknowledged the random waves of emotions that hits and still stand firm in your journey for healing and growth. That's progress. That's transformation. That's finding you in the mix of chaos. May you always choose and find you. I Carry My Own PeaceMy body is scared —it trembles like wavesagainst a rocky shore,uncertain of the storms,yet yearning for the calm.I carry my own peace,like an island cradles the sea,silent and steady,rooted de...

Up to $200,000 in Investment Award Funding to Support Blue Economy Innovation in the Virgin Islands

Honourable Lorna Smith OBE, Junior Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade released a statement late Friday evening June 6, 2025, void of any substantial details, and lacking in transparency and accountability. It raised more questions than answers, and was striking for what it did not say as much as for what it did say.Smith sought instead, to defend her ‘reputation’ and threaten the freedom of the local press. She also sought to misguide the public and cast aspersions on ...

Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands – On the evening of June 8, 2025 Caribbean storyteller Collin D. Butler officially launched his enchanting new children’s book, Island Adventure: Caribbean Tales, at a lively event hosted at Fischer’s Cove Beach Hotel in The Valley, Virgin Gorda BVI. The occasion drew families, fans, and literary lovers to enjoy an evening of culture, creativity, and community.The launch event, held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, featured a dynamic live reading of...

The Office of the Supervisor of Elections is advising the public that Voter Registration is ongoing, and individuals who are eligible to vote, should register to do so.In accordance with section two (2) of the Virgin Islands Constitution Order, 2007, an individual must be a Belonger, 18 years of age or older, and domiciled in the Virgin Islands to be able to vote.Persons must present a Virgin Islands Passport, with embossed seal, a Belonger’s Card or Belonger’s Certificate to registe...

June 11, 2025 — Silver Airways has announced the immediate cessation of all operations, leaving many travelers in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) and beyond in a state of uncertainty. The airline, based in Hollywood, Florida, had previously filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in December 2024, with hopes of restructuring. However, as of today, all flights have been canceled, and the airline's future remains bleak.Silver Airways, which had long served routes connecting Tampa, Orlando, and ...