The British Virgin Islands men’s squash team competed in the individual stage of the Pan American Senior Squash Championships, held Aug. 21–27 in Rio de Janeiro. Joe Chapman of the BVI lost 3-0 to Matias Lacroix of Chile, with game scores of 11-5, 11-3, 11-4. Danny Henderson lost 3-2 to Seth Thong of Trinidad and… Continue reading British Virgin Islands Players Face Tough Matches at PanAm Squash Championships
Monéa to Host Listening Party in Tortola for New Album “Mood Swings”
BVI superstar Monéa has released her sophomore album, “Mood Swings,” now streaming worldwide. The project marks the next chapter in her career, expanding on her signature “Tropikana” sound — a fusion of dancehall and pop — while introducing listeners to new creative directions. To celebrate the release, Monéa will host an exclusive listening party on… Continue reading Monéa to Host Listening Party in Tortola for New Album “Mood Swings”
British Virgin Islands to Debut on Discovery Channel’s “Let’s Take It Outside” With Misty Wells
The British Virgin Islands will make its debut on Discovery Channel’s television series “Let’s Take It Outside with Misty Wells” on Aug. 24, 2025, reaching an audience of more than 220 million viewers worldwide. The episode, filmed across the Territory, will open Season 6 of the series, which features 14 episodes. As part of the… Continue reading British Virgin Islands to Debut on Discovery Channel’s “Let’s Take It Outside” With Misty Wells
Maduro Prepares Militias As U.S. Warships Near Venezuela
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has mobilized approximately 4 million members of the Bolivarian National Militia in response to the deployment of U.S. military assets, including guided-missile destroyers, near Venezuela’s coast, according to government and media reports. The U.S. action includes sending three Aegis-equipped destroyers and around 4,000 Marines to the southern Caribbean as part of… Continue reading Maduro Prepares Militias As U.S. Warships Near Venezuela
Trump Administration Reviewing 55 Million U.S. Visa Holders
The Trump administration has initiated a review of over 55 million individuals holding U.S. visas—including tourists, students and temporary workers—for potential violations that may lead to visa revocation or deportation, the State Department confirmed. The effort expands upon an earlier program targeting student visa holders and broadens the scope to encompass all visa categories. Authorities… Continue reading Trump Administration Reviewing 55 Million U.S. Visa Holders
RVIPF Warns Vehicle Owners to Remove License Plates From Inoperable Cars
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is urging vehicle owners to remove license plates from inoperable, unused or derelict vehicles to prevent them from being stolen and used in criminal activity. Police said Friday that investigations revealed license plates are being removed without the knowledge of vehicle owners and affixed to other cars, which… Continue reading RVIPF Warns Vehicle Owners to Remove License Plates From Inoperable Cars
Croal Wins Silver in 200m at Pan Am Junior Games
Jaleel Croal of the British Virgin Islands won a silver medal in the men’s 200 meters at the Pan American Junior Games in Asuncion, Paraguay, on Thursday, stopping the clock at 20.39 seconds (+0.3). The medal marked Croal’s second of the competition, following his bronze in the 100 meters earlier in the week. Croal, 19,… Continue reading Croal Wins Silver in 200m at Pan Am Junior Games
J’Seanna Barnes Brings Advocacy to Miss Teen British Virgin Islands 2025
J’Seanna Barnes, 15, born Feb. 2, 2010, is entering the Miss Teen British Virgin Islands 2025 pageant as a contestant focused on creativity, empowerment, and community advocacy. The daughter of Jeron Barnes and Seanelle Jones, she is a student at the Virgin Islands School of Technological Studies, where she has spent the past year studying… Continue reading J’Seanna Barnes Brings Advocacy to Miss Teen British Virgin Islands 2025
Maya Marcellin Enters Her First Pageant With a Message of Healthy Living
Maya Zareiah Venice Marcellin, 18, is competing in her first pageant as a contestant for Miss Teen British Virgin Islands 2025. Born Jan. 9, 2007, she is the daughter of Stephen and Shornell Marcellin. A graduate of Elmore Stoutt High School, Marcellin is currently pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts at Hamilton Lavity Stoutt… Continue reading Maya Marcellin Enters Her First Pageant With a Message of Healthy Living
Pan American Senior Squash Championships Begin in Rio de Janeiro
Four athletes from the British Virgin Islands opened competition Thursday in the Pan American Senior Squash Championships in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where players from across the Americas are competing in individual, team and doubles events. The British Virgin Islands has several players in the individual competition, who began their matches this morning. The schedule… Continue reading Pan American Senior Squash Championships Begin in Rio de Janeiro