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A viral tweet claiming “The Caribbean will feel it,” allegedly from the Iranian military, has been debunked. The tweet is not a real threat, nor is it from the actual Iranian military. The tweet originated from an account on X (formerly Twitter) labeled as a “commentary account.” Despite this clear labeling, the account had a…
A thick plume of Saharan dust has arrived in the Virgin Islands, bringing hazy skies, redder sunsets, and potential health concerns. The dust, which traveled across the Atlantic from West Africa, reached the territory yesterday and is expected to linger through the weekend. The Virgin Islands Department of Health has flagged the air quality as…
When gun violence strikes in the Virgin Islands, the first question often heard is: where are these weapons coming from? Many point to South America or down-island trafficking routes. The truth? The pipeline runs straight from mainland America. For years, the U.S. Virgin Islands has enforced some of the toughest gun laws in the region….
Fugitive from 2020 Fatal DUI Crash Extradited to St. Croix A fugitive involved in a fatal DUI crash in 2020 has been extradited from Texas to St. Croix, bringing a long-standing case closer to resolution. Kaley L. Lund, a 32-year-old Colorado woman, was arrested in Corpus Christi, Texas, by U.S. Marshals and local authorities. She…
Gun Violence in the U.S. Virgin Islands: A Crisis Deeply Rooted in the Community The U.S. Virgin Islands continues to grapple with a severe gun violence crisis, ranking among the most dangerous places globally for homicides. This alarming reality was underscored during a Senate hearing on Monday, where Antonio Emmanuel, Executive Director of the Office…
US Virgin Islands Moves Closer to Drafting Its First Constitution The U.S. Virgin Islands is making strides toward drafting its first constitution, a document that could redefine the territory’s government, rights, and the limits of local power. The territory currently operates under the Revised Organic Act of 1954, a federal law passed by Congress that…
Traveling to the U.S. Virgin Islands: What Non-Citizens Need to Know For travelers planning a visit to the U.S. Virgin Islands, recent events have highlighted the importance of understanding immigration rules, especially for non-citizens. A honeymoon trip to St. Croix turned into a months-long ordeal for a newlywed bride, now detained by Immigration and Customs…
Are the Virgin Islands at Risk Amid Rising Global Tensions? On Friday night, June 21, U.S. B‑2 bombers struck Iran’s Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear facilities in an operation named “Operation Midnight Hammer.” The Pentagon has described the mission as a success, deploying 420,000 pounds of bunker-penetrating munitions and 30 Tomahawk missiles to cripple Iran’s…
Seaborne Airlines Faces Potential Sale to Nella Airlines Affiliate Seaborne Virgin Islands, a critical carrier for inter-island travel in the territory, is nearing a potential sale after enduring financial challenges. The prospective buyer, STK I US LLC, is linked to Nella Airlines, a U.S.-based aviation group led by Brazilian entrepreneur Mauricio Souza. Nella Airlines has…
Charter Fee Debate Reignites Between USVI and BVI The US Virgin Islands (USVI) government has reaffirmed its decision not to impose reciprocal charter fees on British Virgin Islands (BVI) vessels, despite renewed calls from the Virgin Islands Professional Charter Association (VIPCA) to revisit the issue. This decision comes as VIPCA advocates for what it…
