The Virgin Islands has made progress in strengthening its defenses against money laundering and terrorist financing. Following the FATF Plenary in Paris, the Territory remains under increased monitoring but has shown substantial movement on key commitments.
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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 woman was fatally shot on St. Croix, bringing the USVI homicide count to 46.
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.
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.
A 46-year-old St Thomas man has been apprehended in Dominica and returned to the US Virgin Islands. The man, Jahi Grant, was wanted on 12 charges, including possession of an unlicensed machine gun and drug offenses.
The Virgin Islands has made progress in strengthening its defenses against money laundering and terrorist financing. Following the FATF Plenary in Paris, the Territory remains under increased monitoring but has shown substantial movement on key commitments.
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.
The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College is planning a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
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.
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 redevelopment of Prospect Reef is moving forward, with a developer expected to be identified by early 2027. Premier and Minister of Finance Dr Natalio Wheatley announced this in the House of Assembly, stating that the Government is preparing to issue a request for proposals to shortlisted investors.
The Virgin Islands made history on October 26, 2026, with a 3-0 victory over São Tomé and Príncipe at the FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival in Azerbaijan. This win marks the Territory's first FIFA U15 World Cup victory.
The Virgin Islands U15 team is competing in the FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival 2026 in Azerbaijan. In their opening match, the team lost to Bermuda 5-0.