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US seeking deep-sea miners interested in leasing American Samoa's seabed
The Pacific Island Times
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July 3, 2025
The U.S. is soliciting interest from prospective companies to lease American Samoa's seabed for deep-sea mining, amid a petition launched by advocacy groups seeking to halt the plan. There are only a few days left for the public to comment on the...
How sustainable is your sunscreen?
The Reflector
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June 26, 2025
How well does your sunscreen protect you and the environment? Bella Coco With the weather getting warmer and the UV getting higher, more Albertans are grabbing their swimsuits and heading to popular lake destinations such as Lake Louise, Sylvan...
Caribbean ‘running behind’ in achieving Sustainable Dev't Goals by 2030
Virgin Islands News Online
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- UN ECLAC & Associate Members collaborating on SDGs acceleration PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad & Tobago- It has been acknowledged that the Caribbean’s progress in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, was running behind, and that...
Eileen HannahMay Martin Dies at 93
St. Thomas Source
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July 4, 2025
Eileen HannahMay Martin, affectionately known to many as “Mommy” and “Miss Eileen,” peacefully departed this life on June 23, in Newnan, Georgia, at the age of 93. Eileen HannahMay Martin Born on November 10, 1931, in Friths Village, Montserrat,...
Understanding the fintech landscape in the British Virgin Islands
JD Supra - California
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June 18, 2025
Key takeaways The BVI is a preferred international jurisdiction for fintech businesses as it is a well-established investment centre with a comprehensive, commercial virtual assets regime, which provides businesses with legal certainty. Fintech...
US Virgin Islands Tourism Is Trending, With More Flights, Hotels and Cruise Arrivals
Caribbean Journal
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June 17, 2025
At the halfway point of 2025, the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism is reporting strong gains across airlift, cruise arrivals, accommodations, cultural events, and global brand visibility. With continued momentum and sustained interest...
U.S. Virgin Islands Reports Strong Mid-Year Tourism Growth and Global Visibility in 2025
Autochannel
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ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands, June 17, 2025 -- At the halfway point of 2025, the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism is reporting strong gains across airlift, cruise arrivals, accommodations, cultural events, and global brand visibility....
FRASER HIGHLIGHTS BVI’S OCEAN ACTION AND CONSERVATION EFFORTS ON WORLD STAGE
284 Media BVI
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July 3, 2025
Deputy Premier and Minister for Natural Resources and Climate Change Honourable Julian Fraser RA attended the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference , held in Nice, France. The global forum was held from June 9 to 13 and brought together Heads of...
Soda giants blamed for plastic crisis ravaging paradise US territory
The Mirror US
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July 3, 2025
The government of the US Virgin Islands has warned that the territory is facing a “plastic waste crisis” and has accused Coca-Cola and Pepsi for contributing to the issue. The government has filed a lawsuit against Coca-Cola and PepsiCo, accusing...
Pensacola Beach dining guide: Where to eat on the beach, from fancy to flip flops
Pensacola News Journal - Florida
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If you’re making the trek out to Pensacola Beach for a sun-soaked day on the sand, you need to give some thought to your dining options to fuel the day. Whether you’re looking for a quick slice of New York-style pizza or a waterfront fresh catch...
The U.S. Virgin Islands and the Future of Caribbean-American Travel Relations
Caribbean Journal
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June 12, 2025
As global travel continues its robust rebound, the Caribbean stands at a pivotal moment. In 2024, the region welcomed over 34 million visitors, a 14 percent increase over the previous year, according to the Caribbean Tourism Organization. The U.S....
Virgin Islands Soccer Federation 2024–2025 Club Licensing Window Closes
St. Thomas Source
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June 6, 2025
The U.S. Virgin Islands Soccer Federation (USVISF) is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the 2024–2025 Club Licensing application window. In what marks a revitalization of the licensing process in the territory, 10 clubs or teams...
The Fight To Preserve NOAA: Scientists Rally To Save Key Climate And Ocean Research
The Seattle Medium - Washington State
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June 23, 2025
The rally was presented by Fork Off Coalition, a group of recently laid-off federal employees from various agencies. Credit: Mya Trujillo/The Washington Informer By Mya Trujillo Four months ago, Dr. Holden Harris was leading a team of scientists...
British Virgin Islands Concludes Successful Sponsorship of Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix
Government of the Virgin Islands
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British Virgin Islands Concludes Successful Sponsorship of Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix BVI Was Exculsive Caribbean Destination Sponsor at Final Stop of SailGP’s 2025 American Circuit Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands, 11th June 2025...
Turnbull to grill Premier over insurance coverage for gov’t fleet
BVI News
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July 3, 2025
in All News / By: BVI News on July 3, 2025 at 8:04 AM / Opposition member Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull is set to question Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley in the House of Assembly today over the type of insurance coverage held for government-owned vehicles...
University of the Virgin Islands takes over aquaponics facility at Bethlehem site
Pasquines
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June 9, 2025
The University of the Virgin Islands will assume control of the Island Fresh Aquaponics facility in St. Croix, following a formal transfer from nonprofit Fresh Ministries. The facility, located at the historic Bethlehem Sugar Factory site, is...
The Turks and Caicos Islands attends Green Overseas Climate Change Resilience Community Regional Workshop on Coastal Hazards
Magnetic Media
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June 22, 2025
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF DISASTER MANAGEMENT AND EMERGENCIES Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – Wednesday, 18 June 2025: The Turks and Caicos Islands participated in The Green Overseas (GO) Climate Change Resilience Community...
36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands Calendar June 9-June 16
St. Thomas Source
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June 9, 2025
36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands Calendar June 9-June 16 MONDAY, JUNE 9 Committee on Economic Development and Agriculture 10:00 A.M. Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room BLOCK I Discussion on Economic Development and...
ICE arrested a Palestinian newlywed after her honeymoon. Five months later, she’s free
The Independent
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July 3, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Tinubu and echoes of two saints: Lucia and Helena
The Sun Nigeria
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July 3, 2025
Among the most compelling figures in history stands the Corsican-born general, Napoleon Bonaparte – a man whose life defied the ordinary and whose death continues to echo through time. For those who admire the sweep of history, it is difficult to...