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Musk Says Neuralink Installs Brain Implant In First Patient

AUSTIN — The first human patient received an implant from brain-chip startup Neuralink on Sunday and is recovering well, the company's billionaire founder Elon Musk said. Elon Musk said Monday…

John McCarthy January 30, 2024

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‘Indiana Jones’ Star Christian Oliver & His Daughters Killed In Bequia Plane Crash

KINGSTOWN — 'Indiana Jones' star Christian Oliver tragically died along with his two young children after their plane crashed into the sea near Bequia. He was known for his roles in films like…

John McCarthy January 6, 2024

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St. Thomas Man Charged In Chocolate Hole Villa Burglary

CRUZ BAY — A St. Thomas man was charged with burglary after he allegedly stole items from a villa in St. John last month. Jordan Lynch, 25, of St. Thomas,…

John McCarthy January 5, 2024

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Understanding Opioid Addiction: Exploring Its Causes And Treatment Options

In recent years, opioid addiction has emerged as a critical public health issue, affecting individuals and communities worldwide. This complex disorder transcends demographic boundaries, bringing to light the urgent need…

John McCarthy January 5, 2024

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Joe Biden Leaves St. Croix With Spectacular Sunburn

FREDERIKSTED — President Joe Biden looked red as a beet with an apparent case of sunburn on Tuesday at the end of his week-long vacation on St. Croix. Biden was photographed with…

John McCarthy January 4, 2024

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Free Sailboat Rides On St. Thomas Sunday!

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Try something new in the New Year! You are invited to go sailing! On Sunday, January 7th from 1 to 4 p.m., the St. Thomas Yacht Club’s…

John McCarthy January 4, 2024

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Reinvention at the Top: How Successful Companies Transformed Their Business

Netflix: Back in '98, Netflix was the go-to spot for renting DVDs. Popcorn, a cozy couch, and a mailbox full of movies – that was the deal. But fast-forward to 2007,…

John McCarthy January 2, 2024

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Cops Arrest Texas Fugitive At St. Thomas Airport

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — A woman wanted on criminal charges in Texas was taken into custody at the Cyril E. King Airport on Sunday afternoon, the Virgin Islands Police Department said.…

John McCarthy January 1, 2024

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Help Cops Find Kaseem Bruno Wanted For Assault In St. Thomas

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Police need your help today to find a wanted for a domestic violence incident on St. Thomas. Kaseem Bruno, 33, is wanted for second-degree assault-domestic violence in…

John McCarthy January 1, 2024

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Biden’s annual New Year’s getaway in St. Croix sparks controversy over villa’s Airbnb listing

CHRISTIANSTED — The Biden family’s annual St. Croix vacation has stirred controversy as the villa they’re staying in, valued at $3 million, has been publicly listed on Airbnb — leveraging the president’s own name…

John McCarthy December 30, 2023