If you’re a Virgin Islander with an appreciation for quality music, then you probably already know the name Monéa Richardson – better known simply as “Monéa.” A talented singer, songwriter, and dancer, Monéa is set to headline her own concert, Tropikana, on December 9th 2023. And the sugar to the peas soup? The concert is […]
Several things in our lives continue to erode our savings and even deplete our pension plans. One of the most significant is our health. You can often hear young people run jokes about the older generation while they run about showing off their new parts, hearts, lungs, brains etc. Unlike our forefathers who grew up […]
It is often cited in a variety of spaces that you are the company you keep; therefore, it is not farfetched to say Rami Garcia was destined to become an entrepreneur immersed in the creative industry. He routinely engages with other creative and motivated persons and growing up with a family of other entrepreneurs, the […]
Hopefully, prayerfully by the publication of this article, the tensions in the international arena would have subsided. This article is being written on the weekend after the sudden outbreak of the latest international war which is the Israel-Hamas conflict. But we are not looking in-depth at that conflict in this article, it is simply a […]
Visitors to the Caribbean will enjoy sunny skies, deep blue oceans, white sandy beaches, and an abundance of fresh tropical fruits, delectable cuisine, exotic drinks and mouth-watering deserts. The rich blend of locally produced fruits and vegetables and the availability of fresh seafood make these islands a magic kingdom for intrepid diners. Caribbean cuisine has […]
I recently attended the funeral services of a former student. She was 26 years old, in her final semester of completing her associate degree and had plans to earn a bachelor’s. For this student with special needs, earning a college degree was one of her biggest dreams. In his book Seasons of Sorrow, Tim Challies […]
It’s no secret that some view self-care as selfish, but nothing could be further from the truth. Self-care is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle; not a luxury reserved for a chosen few with extra time and money on their hands. It is true that the mere mention of “self-care” often evokes images of […]
In each home across the BVI, and the Caribbean, even with its varied culture, one of the staples, especially on weekends, is Johnny Cakes. Also, there are very few mobile/stationary food vans that don’t use the Johnny Cake as a side alongside rice, pasta and ground provisions. The simplicity of producing such flavours in a […]
October is more than just a change of seasons; it’s a time when pink takes center stage to remind us of the importance of breast cancer awareness. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re here to empower women with knowledge and steps to take control of their breast health. Early detection saves lives, and it all […]
