284 Media
Government Defends Vessel Licensing Amendments Amid US Trade Concerns and Regional Tensions
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- Government Defends Vessel Licensing Amendments Amid US Trade Concerns and Regional Tensions
- Runtime
- 4:42
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The Government of the Virgin Islands has reaffirmed its firm commitment to responsible governance in the best interest of the people, following growing regional and international attention surrounding recent amendments to the Commercial Recreational Vessel Licensing (CRVL) framework.
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- Tourism and Financial Services Continue to Show Strength
- Runtime
- 3:05
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The Ministry of Finance announced today that S&P Global Ratings (S&P) has affirmed the British Virgin Islands' 'BBB' long-term and 'A-2' short-term sovereign credit ratings.
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- Fraser Raises Objection to the BVI/USVI Matter being talked about in HOA
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- 3:13
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Acting Premier at the time Julian Fraser is against the Opposition Leader talking about the current situation between the USVI and the BVI in the House of Assembly.
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- BVI Students in Asia Participate In 23rd Hong Kong Winter Food Festival
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Students studying in the BVI Asia Abroad Scholarship Programme in Hong Kong & Macau recently participated in Hong Kong’s Winter Food Festival held in the Hong Kong Exhibition & Conference Centre from December 25th-29th, 2025.
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- Premier Wheatley Briefs Public following OECS Leaders Meeting in St. Lucia
- Runtime
- 3:04
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley on Tuesday briefed residents of the Virgin Islands following his participation in a “Deep Caucus” meeting of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Heads of Government held in St. Lucia on January 12.
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- Cabinet Grants Belonger Status to Over 110 Applicants
- Runtime
- 1:23
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Cabinet has approved the granting of Belonger Status to more than 110 applicants, following recommendations from the Board of Immigration at its meeting held on 10 December 2025.
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- 11 CARICOM Countries Affected by U.S. Visa Freeze
- Runtime
- 1:37
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The United States Department of State on Wednesday announced a suspension on the processing of immigrant visa applications for citizens of approximately 75 countries, a decision that affects 11 member states of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).
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- Virgin Islands to Donate US $200,000 to Rebuild School in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa
- Runtime
- 2:16
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The Government of the Virgin Islands has approved a US$200,000 financial contribution toward the rebuilding of a school in Jamaica, following widespread damage caused by Hurricane Melissa.
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- BDO under 7 league January 14 2026
- Runtime
- 47:51
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
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- Premier Taken by Surprise Bryan Writing to Trump on Maritime Fees
- Runtime
- 4:34
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley says he is surprised that USVI Governor Albert Bryan has written to US President Donald Trump asking his administration to intervene in the BVI/USVI affairs, where he is accusing the BVI of implementing steep maritime fees that will result in great losses to that territory.
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- Busy Legislative Agenda Anticipated for 2026
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- 4:34
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The year 2026 is expected to be an active one for legislators as they move to debate and pass several key bills aligned with the pillars of the National Sustainable Development Plan (NSDP) framework, including the economy, infrastructure, health and wellness, and education.
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- Rymer Defends $2m for a New Festival Grounds
- Runtime
- 5:44
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Communications and Works Minister Kye Rymer has defended the proposed $2 million allocation for the Festival Grounds behind the Administration Complex.
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- Electricity Cost Relief for Residents as Government Pays $700,000 Fuel Surcharge
- Runtime
- 1:34
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The Government of the Virgin Islands has approved a full subsidy of electricity fuel surcharges for all domestic consumers for the month of December 2025, providing financial relief to households across the Territory.
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- BDO under 7 league January 13
- Runtime
- 38:56
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
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- MSIRA Probes Houseboat Fire at Nanny Cay Marina
- Runtime
- 2:20
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority is investigating a fire that damaged a privately-owned houseboat at Nanny Cay Marina on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026.
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- Opposition Leader Walwyn Urges Resolution as USVI–BVI Vessel Fees Dispute Reaches White House
- Runtime
- 3:40
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Opposition Leader Myron Walwyn has weighed in on the ongoing dispute over vessel fees between the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) and the British Virgin Islands (BVI), warning that the matter has now escalated to the highest levels of the United States Government.
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- New Law Year Opens
- Runtime
- 2:15
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The 2026 law year officially opened in the territory Monday morning during a ceremonial sitting at the High Court and church service at Shekinah House of Prayer, Church of God Prophecy in Huntums Ghut.
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- RDA Signs $845,000 Contract to Strengthen Power Resilience at Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital
- Runtime
- 3:19
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA), working in support of the Government of the Virgin Islands, has signed a contract with Barry’s Electrical Services Ltd. for design and installation services aimed at improving generator connectivity at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital.
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- BDO under 7 league
- Runtime
- 32:26
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
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- 284 Youth : K’mari “Nascent” Grant
- Runtime
- 16:20
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- K’mari Grant, or Nascent as he is known on TikTok, is taking social media by storm! He reflects on how he, as a young BVIslander, is empowered to create and engage the community through is popular videos.
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- U.S. Trade Report Finds BVI Vessel Law Damaging to USVI Economy
- Runtime
- 4:34
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The U.S. government trade report has formally raised concerns that recent changes to the British Virgin Islands’ vessel licensing laws are harming the U.S. Virgin Islands economy, escalating a cross-border dispute that has now reached the White House, Congress, and multiple federal agencies.
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- HLSCC Could Begin Offering Bachelor Degrees in Education in Fall Semester
- Runtime
- 4:18
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College, HLSCC could begin offering Bachelor Programmes in Education as early as in the Fall Semester this year.
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- Speech from The Throne Set for Tomorrow
- Runtime
- 3:19
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Governor Daniel Pruce will lay out the government’s legislative agenda with the Speech from the Throne tomorrow, Tuesday January 13th.
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- Director of Communications Karia Christopher Laid To Rest
- Runtime
- 3:36
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Director of Communications Karia Christopher, who passed away suddenly on December 5, 2025, was laid to rest on Saturday as family, friends, colleagues, and well-wishers gathered to celebrate her life and outstanding contribution to public service and the wider Virgin Islands community.
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- VIPD Responds to Suspected Shark Attack at Dorsch Beach
- Runtime
- 1:11
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- The Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) is investigating a shark attack that claimed the life of a 56-year-old woman at Dorsch Beach on Thursday afternoon.
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- SSB Director Says Financial Barrier Significantly Reduced
- Runtime
- 2:07
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Director of the Social Security Board Lorie Freeman has stated that the National Health Insurance, NHI has significantly reduced the financial barrier to accessing healthcare.
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- CXC Board Approves Disaster and Business Recovery Protocol
- Runtime
- 3:59
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- The Board of Governors of the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) has formally approved the Council’s existing Disaster and Business Recovery Protocol, aimed at ensuring the continuity of examinations in the aftermath of natural disasters.
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- $250,000 for Design of a New Public Library
- Runtime
- 1:30
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- After being without a public library for a number of years, Education Ministry Sharie De Castro says there are monies in the budget to start the design of a new Public Library.
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- BVI to Have Bigger Presence in European Market
- Runtime
- 4:57
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Junior Minister for Financial Services Lorna Smith says the BVI’s participation in trade and financial services missions across Asia, Latin America, Europe including the UK has laid the groundwork for deeper engagement this year.
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- NHI Calls on Self-Employed to Contribute
- Runtime
- 3:39
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Director of the Social Security Board, Lorie Freeman, and Medical Director of the National Health Insurance (NHI), Dr. Donmick Frazer, are urging members of the public to remain compliant by contributing to the NHI, stressing that participation is key to securing long-term health benefits.
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- Jazz Freeman Wanted by the Police
- Runtime
- 1:38
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has issued a wanted bulletin for 33-year-old Jazz Freeman, who is being sought for questioning in connection with the alleged possession of an illegal firearm, explosives, and controlled drugs.
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- Fahie Honoured to Represent BVI at Progressism Dominica
- Runtime
- 2:54
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Young Entrepreneur Kevin Fahie is excited about the opportunity to inform leaders from the Caribbean and elsewhere of how great young entrepreneurs in the BVI are progressing.
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- Teen Uses Christmas Season to Raise Funds for FSN
- Runtime
- 2:35
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- A 15-year-old girl has turned a holiday tradition into a meaningful act of charity, raising funds to support victims of domestic violence in the British Virgin Islands.
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- Praise Pours in as National Health Insurance Celebrates 10 years with Community Health Fair
- Runtime
- 2:23
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- The National Health Insurance (NHI) received commendation and praise from residents on Wednesday as it celebrated its 10th anniversary with a health fair and expo aimed at showcasing services and promoting wellness across the Virgin Islands.
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- Temporary Disruptions Affect Labour Applications
- Runtime
- 1:17
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- The Department of Labour and Workforce Development has advised the public of temporary service interruptions affecting work permit applications submitted through the Labour Management System.
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- Works Ministry Ensuring Everyone Has Access to Reliable Supply of Water
- Runtime
- 4:01
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Communications and Works Minister Kye Rymer and personnel from the Water and Sewerage Department are visiting and conducting assessments of pump stations throughout the territory, making the repairs necessary to ensure that more communities have access to water.
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- UK Says It Was Not Involved in US Operation that Captured Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro
- Runtime
- 2:20
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- The UK government has confirmed it played no role in a US military operation that reportedly led to the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife.
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- BVI National Health Insurance Marks 10 years of Service
- Runtime
- 3:52
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- The British Virgin Islands’ National Health Insurance (NHI) programme is celebrating a decade of providing healthcare coverage to residents, with government leaders reflecting on its impact and outlining plans for the future.
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- US Strikes Deal to send Asylum Seekers to Dominica Amid Immigration Crackdown
- Runtime
- 2:20
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- The United States has reached an agreement with Dominica to begin sending expelled asylum seekers to the Caribbean nation, as the Trump administration intensifies its efforts to curb illegal immigration.
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- US Captures Venezuela's President in Escalating Confrontation, Markets React
- Runtime
- 2:21
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- U.S. Forces have captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro following a series of strikes inside Venezuela, marking a dramatic escalation in Washington's long-running pressure campaign against the Maduro Government.
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- CTL Home Center Urges Greater Government Support for BVIOC following Scholarship Donation
- Runtime
- 5:28
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- CTL Home Center has made a $10,000 donation to the Tahesia Harrigan–Scott Elite Athlete Scholarship Programme, but the company used the occasion to issue a strong call for increased government investment in sports development, particularly for the BVI Olympic Committee (BVIOC).
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- Biras Marina & Resort's "The Mangrove" Opens to Warm Reception from Patrons and Officials
- Runtime
- 3:31
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Biras Marina & Resort, formerly Biras Creek Resort, has opened its second restaurant, "The Mangrove", earning rave reviews from patrons for its inviting ambiance, striking architecture, and flavorful cuisine.
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- Police Seize Illegal Firearm in Fahie Hill Operation
- Runtime
- 1:44
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- A significant blow was dealt to gun-related crime on Tuesday, when officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) carried out a targeted search operation at a residence in the Fahie Hill area.
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- Minor Earthquakes Recorded in the Caribbean
- Runtime
- 1:24
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Seismologists recorded two minor earthquakes in the Caribbean region during the early hours of Friday, January 2, though neither event was reported as being felt by residents.
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- Public Schools to Reopen January 6, 2026
- Runtime
- 0:57
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Public schools across the country are scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, according to a recent announcement from the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports.
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- Andre Braithwaite awarded MBE for services to music and youth
- Runtime
- 1:26
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Andre Braithwaite, Music Director at Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) and H. Lavity Stoutt Community College, has been awarded a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in His Majesty the King’s New Year 2026 Overseas and International Honours list.
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- 19-yr-old killed in Rattan Shooting; suspect charged with first-degree murder
- Runtime
- 0:52
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- The United States Virgin Island Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Tuesday night, December 30, 2025, in Estate Rattan, Christiansted, which left a 19-year-old woman dead and a man seriously injured.
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- Bahamas, Jamaica records decline in murders for 2025
- Runtime
- 2:05
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Both the Bahamas and Jamaica have recorded significant declines in murders in 2025. Jamaica, which previously held the distinction of being one of the most violent countries in the Caribbean and Latin America, has now recorded its lowest number of murders since 1994, according to local media reports.
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- NHI celebrates 10 years of health, hope & security in the Virgin Islands
- Runtime
- 21:55
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- This January, National Health Insurance marks a decade of expanding access to healthcare across the Virgin Islands. Join the conversation as 284 Media reflects on NHI’s journey, its impact on the community, and what’s ahead, including the upcoming Provider Exhibition and Health Fair with local and overseas providers, free screenings, and more.
Featuring Dr. Domnick Frazer, Medical Director, and Mrs. Norma Benjamin, Manager of Health Services & Referrals.
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- RDA Reports Strong Progress on Sea Cows Bay Derelict Vessel Removal
- Runtime
- 1:07
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) says work is progressing ahead of schedule on the derelict Vessels Removal and Disposal Project at Sea Cows Bay Harbour.
