A major police operation in East End, Tortola, has resulted in the seizure of over 547 kilograms of suspected cocaine, a prohibited firearm, and ammunition. Two individuals, including a 26-year-old woman, have been charged in connection with the discovery.
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A former BVI legislator has expressed support for higher National Parks Trust fees. The fees are necessary to maintain the territory's parks and public facilities.
Perline Scatliffe-Leonard, the National Democratic Party's candidate for the Seventh District, has expressed concerns that the Virgin Islands Party government's spending habits may leave little money for the next administration. Scatliffe-Leonard questioned the government's financial planning, describing its spending as haphazard.
A local political commentator has spoken out against proposals for the British Virgin Islands to have a stronger voice in the UK parliament. Instead, the territory should focus on gaining greater autonomy and strengthening its relationship with the UK and other countries.
The US embargo against Cuba has sparked division among Caribbean countries. In a recent UN vote, seven countries supported a resolution calling for the embargo's removal, while Trinidad and Tobago voted against it.
Independent At-Large candidate Rosemary Rosan is calling on the community to show compassion and respect for individuals experiencing mental health challenges. This comes after a video circulated of a young woman in crisis. Rosan stressed that mental health crises should not be treated as entertainment or opportunities for public judgment.
Territory At-Large Representative Hon Stacy R. Mather is urging Virgin Islanders to take an active role in understanding the laws of the land.
The proposed $79 million education budget for 2027 is insufficient, according to Education Minister Sharie deCastro. DeCastro plans to request more funds during the Standing Finance Committee deliberations.
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr Natalio D. Wheatley has asked the people of the Virgin Islands to allow his government to deliver changes outlined in the 2027 National Budget.
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr Natalio Wheatley is attending the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda. The meeting, which runs from November 1 to 4, brings together leaders from 56 Commonwealth member states.
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force is facing criticism for its lack of information on recent crimes. Despite asking the public for help, the police have not provided sufficient details on incidents such as armed robberies in Duffs Bottom and Fish Bay.
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has suggested the former National Democratic Party administration should be taken to the Human Rights Commission over long-standing water problems. The Premier made the comment during a heated exchange with Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn in the House of Assembly.
Health Minister Vincent Wheatley has apologized to residents of the First District for the persistent smoke from the Pockwood Pond landfill. Wheatley acknowledged the suffering of residents and announced plans to test a new method to tackle the problem.
A major police operation in East End, Tortola, has resulted in the seizure of over 547 kilograms of suspected cocaine, a prohibited firearm, and ammunition. Two individuals, including a 26-year-old woman, have been charged in connection with the discovery.
International ferry passengers will disembark at the West End Ferry Terminal from November 1 to 5, due to maintenance works at the Road Town Jetty. The BVI Ports Authority is performing essential health, safety, and preventative maintenance works.
King Charles was reminded of demands for Britain to pay reparations for its role in the slave trade during his visit to the Bahamas on October 28, 2026. A demonstration was staged near Clifford Park, where the King met local students, with protesters calling for reparations.
Some children in the Virgin Islands are living in food-insecure households, according to Social Commentator Claude O. Skelton-Cline.
A heated exchange occurred in the House of Assembly between Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn and Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley. The discussion centered around employment opportunities for adults with disabilities.
A former Deputy Governor and legislator in the Virgin Islands, R. Dancia Penn-Sallah OBE, has been appointed Chair of the Electoral District Boundary Commission in Turks and Caicos Islands. The commission will review electoral district boundaries and determine if changes are necessary.
On his show Honestly Speaking, Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline stated that politics has become the primary focus of the people in the Virgin Islands, surpassing faith.
The government of Antigua and Barbuda is likely to suspend its Citizenship by Investment Programme by November 12. This decision aims to preserve visa-free access to Europe's Schengen Area.
Two individuals have been charged following a police raid in Fat Hogs Bay, Tortola, on October 27, 2026. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force seized a significant quantity of cocaine and a prohibited firearm during the operation.
King Charles III has begun his nine-day tour of the Caribbean, acknowledging the "great suffering of the past". The King spoke at an event in the Bahamas celebrating local youth, where he noted the country's culture was "born out of darkness".
Israelis are awaiting the results of the country's parliamentary election, with exit polls suggesting a close race between incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and challenger Gadi Eisenkot. Voting ended on Tuesday with high turnout across the country.
The British Virgin Islands has proposed a record budget of $559.1 million for 2027. The largest allocation will go to the Ministry of Communications and Works, with $96.5 million.