Governor’s Office to host special events for future scholars, alumni and partnersThe Governor’s Office in the Virgin Islands is delighted to announce that the application window for the Chevening scholarship programme, for the 2026–27 academic year, is open.Chevening is the UK Government’s prestigious international scholarship programme that offers future leaders the opportunity to pursue a fully funded one-year master’s degree, at any leading UK university. Th...

Following the breaking news story released by our media house earlier this morning, both Necker Island and the RVIPF have now released statements addressing the incident, more than 48 hours after the accidental death of a staff member of Necker Island. Both Necker Island and the RVIPF have released very vague statements, void of any meaningful information, both being unable to identify the victim or the type of vehicle involved in the incident, but Necker confirming that the victim sustaine...

Reports are reaching our newsroom of an unfortunate accident on Necker Island leading into the past weekend. Sources are confirming that the new Chef on the island, allegedly met his demise after the golf cart he was driving is alleged to have plunged over a cliff. It is also alleged that the chef may have been intoxicated at that time, as he was observed to have had a few libations leading up to the accident. It is reported that the other person on the golf cart was able to jump off before...

The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) has announced the launch of the Barefoot Trainer Hospitality Series on 22nd October 2025 in Virgin Gorda.The BVITBFC has signed a strategic agreement with Barefoot Training and Consulting Ltd. in collaboration with R Hospitality Ltd., BVI-based luxury hospitality training providers renowned for transforming service teams into caring, confident, and customer-focused hosts who deliver memorable guest ...

Minister for Communication and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer has announced that the Cabinet of the Virgin Islands has approved zero customs duty for renewable energy and energy efficient products beginning September 1.Honourable Rymer stated that this will be done as the Government of the Virgin Islands has set an ambitious goal of having sixty percent (60%) of the energy used in the Territory to be generated by renewable energy sources. Honourable Rymer said, “You may recall the duty...

Renowned Holistic Wellness Expert Dr. Arun Kumar Brings Global Spa Experience to the BVI

The Office of the Supervisor of Elections is reminding members of the public of the upcoming August 29 deadline to register to vote or transfer their  registration to be included on the 2025 Preliminary Voters List.In accordance with section 2(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 Card or...

Virgin Islanders Claury Scatliffe and Dariér Malone were celebrated for their historic achievements after capturing the 2025 European Women’s Baseball Championship title in the Czech Republic.The athletes represented Team Great Britain in the championships. Scatliffe was named Best Pitcher, while Malone earned Most Valuable Player (MVP), a first for Virgin Islands athletes on the European stage. Both athletes have since been invited to compete in the up...