The VI senators are in a Traveling Spree going numerous conferences. They are living a good lifestyle by staying at expensive hotels eating at exclusive restaurants having fun at nightclubs with the tax payers money. All of this is happening while many in the VI are still struggling. September 27-30 Seatrade Cruise Global In Miami […]
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Bryan Urges Virgin Islanders To Observe ‘A Thanksgiving Day of Reflection’ In 2021
CHRISTIANSTED — During the Government House weekly press briefing today, Governor Albert Bryan wished all residents of the community a safe and blessed Thanksgiving and urged them to observe “A Thanksgiving Day of Reflection” by stopping to reflect on the COVID-19 pandemic while spending time with family, friends and relatives on Friday, November 26. “As […]
Mastercard, Trinidad & Tobago Fast Track Its Digital Transformation
PORT OF SPAIN — Mastercard and Trinidad & Tobago International Financial Center (TTIFC) announced their partnership to develop and implement strategic solutions that advance digital and financial inclusion by supporting fintech companies on the island. This agreement between Mastercard and TTIFC will accelerate digitalization. Through this partnership, Mastercard will leverage its global technology platforms, insights, […]
Bryan Flies To Dallas To Thank American Airlines For Partnership With Territory
DALLAS — After a remarkable tourism performance over the past 12 months, the U.S. Virgin Islands is getting back to basics and strengthening its relationship with its airline partners. During a visit to American Airlines’ newly minted headquarters in Dallas last week, Governor Albert Bryan thanked the carrier for its strong commitment to the territory during the […]
COVID-19 Drops Maritime Freight Figures In Latin America and the Caribbean
SANTIAGO — Maritime freight loaded and discharged in Latin America and the Caribbean is estimated to have fallen by 3.4 percent between 2019 and 2020, according to UNCTAD’s Review of Maritime Transport 2021 published today. This was a period when exports and imports fell in almost all regions, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In Latin America, GDP […]
Social Security Can Help You Start Or Return To Work
If you rely on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits and want to start or return to work, we can help. Ticket to Work (Ticket) is a program that supports career development for SSDI beneficiaries who want to work and progress toward financial independence. The Ticket program is free and voluntary. Learn more about the […]
James Murdoch-Backed Metaverse App Octi Launched On Tuesday
SAN FRANCISCO — An app that allows users to create and share videos that blend elements of the physical and virtual worlds was launched on Tuesday, with financing from James Murdoch and entertainment industry backers. Octi, which has been updated from an earlier version, seeks to capitalize on burgeoning consumer interest in augmented reality, a […]
VITRAN To Shut Down Bus Service Temporarily In St. Thomas On Thursday
CHARLOTTE AMALIE — VITRAN will temporarily discontinue its 9 and 11 a.m. fixed route service in St. Thomas on Thursday, the Department of Public Works said today. The suspension will “allow employees to attend a funeral service following the sudden loss of a VITRAN team member,” according to DPW. Services will resume at 1 p.m. […]
With Cuban Dissidents Wary Or In Jail, Call For Fresh Protests Falls Flat
HAVANA — A rallying cry for protests in Cuba in favor of greater civil rights fell flat on Monday as most Cuban dissidents stayed home in the face of government pressure, appearing to end a standoff on the same day the Caribbean island reopened its borders to tourists. Dissidents have for months called on social […]
Limetree Refinery Closing To Cost USVI $1.8 Billion In Economic Activity, 800 Jobs
CHRISTIANSTED — The closure of the Limetree Bay refinery will cost the U.S. Virgin Islands nearly $2 billion in lost economic activity, $632 million in the USVI Gross Domestic Product, and 800 jobs, according to a report issued Tuesday by the Virgin Islands Bureau of Economic Research. The closure also would result in a $25 […]