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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....
Bryan, Plaskett Defend Federal Tax Exemption for EDC Companies
St. Thomas Source
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June 18, 2025
A provision included in the Trump administration’s “Big Beautiful Bill” would exempt some Virgin Islands companies owned by U.S. businesses from paying a tax typically applied to American companies operating in foreign countries. (Source file...
3 USVI charter companies relocate to VI over new fee structure
Virgin Islands News Online
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CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Three charter companies from the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) have chosen to relocate to the Virgin Islands (VI) following the implementation of the increased annual fee for foreign-based vessels. The...
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....
U.S. Virgin Islands Department Of Tourism Announces A Star-Studded Village Night Lineup For St. John Celebration
MENAFN
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June 11, 2025
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) "Every year, the festivals team is challenged to make each celebration better than the last. I'm proud to say they've done it again, curating a lineup that is both globally recognized and culturally resonant," said Joseph...
Senate Finance Committee Endangers Even More Medicaid Patients
The American Prospect
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June 17, 2025
Welcome to “Trump’s Beautiful Disaster,” a pop-up newsletter about the Republican tax and spending bill, one of the most consequential pieces of legislation in a generation. Sign up for the newsletter to get it in your in-box. The Senate Finance...
Paradise Lost: Jeffrey Epstein’s Legacy Still Clouds the U.S. Virgin Islands
KMVU FOX26 - Oregon
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When Jeffrey Epstein purchased Little Saint James, the teardrop-shaped island south‑east of St. Thomas, in the late 1990s, he was seen as a mere oddity. A one-time math teacher who claimed to manage the fortunes of billionaires, he told U.S....
Celebrating Caribbean Pride: U.S. Virgin Islands Leads With Impact At CTO Week In New York City
MENAFN
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June 9, 2025
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands, June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism, led by Commissioner Joseph Boschulte, proudly celebrated a successful week of collaboration, connection, and...
Alabama joins $7.4 billion opioid settlement with major pharmaceutical company
AL.com - Alabama
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June 16, 2025
Attorney General Steve Marshall on Monday announced Alabama is part of a nationwide $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family. The Sackler family has informed 55 attorneys general, representing all eligible...
US Virgin Islands Standing United Against the Abuse of Elders
St. Thomas Source
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June 6, 2025
Joint Statement from the AARP Virgin Islands, Lieutenant Governor Roach, Esq. and Leaders of the US Virgin Islands Standing United Against the Abuse of Elder and Dependent Adults AARP, which advocates for the more than 100 million older Americans...
Federal judge rejects Jeffrey Epstein-linked businessman's request to shield case from public
Colorado Politics
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A federal judge on Monday refused a litigant's request to completely shield his civil case from public view, noting in a strongly worded order that the man had chosen to bring his otherwise private arbitration dispute into the federal court...
VIEDA Promotes U.S. Virgin Islands At SelectUSA Investment Summit
St. Thomas Source
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May 28, 2025
The U.S. Virgin Islands was promoted as a prime destination for business investment by the Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority at the 11th Annual SelectUSA Investment Summit. This summit was hosted by the U.S. Department of Commerce from...
U.S. Virgin Islands Highlight Business Potential at 2025 SelectUSA Investment Summit
One Caribbean Television
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May 23, 2025
By Brendan Scanland WASHINGTON, D.C. (One Caribbean News) — Officials from the U.S. Virgin Islands recently attended the 2025 SelectUSA Investment Summit just outside the nation’s capital, highlighting the territory not only as a premier travel...
U.S. Virgin Islands Government Repr...
SKNVibes
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 22, 2025) – As the nation reflects on the sacrifices of servicemen and women this Memorial Day, a senior representative of the U.S. Virgin Islands government is issuing a powerful call for justice — urging federal lawmakers...
AARP awards grants to strengthen Tennessee communities
WBBJ - Tennessee
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June 18, 2025
AARP Awards Grants to Strengthen Tennessee Communities 2025 Recipients Include City of Jackson, United Way of West TN Grant recipients aim to help residents of all ages, especially older adults, improve how they live, move, and stay connected in...
Paradise Lost: Jeffrey Epstein's Legacy Still Clouds The U.S. Virgin Islands
Zero Hedge
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Authored by Lee Feng via RealClearInvestigations, When Jeffrey Epstein purchased Little Saint James, the teardrop-shaped island south‑east of St. Thomas, in the late 1990s, he was seen as a mere oddity. A one-time math teacher who claimed to...
UT Martin team reaches CSBS Community Bank Case Study Competition finals
WBBJ - Tennessee
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June 12, 2025
UT MARTIN TEAM REACHES CSBS COMMUNITY BANK CASE STUDY COMPETITION FINALS MARTIN, Tenn. – Students from the University of Tennessee at Martin will compete in the finals of the 11th national 2025 CSBS Community Bank Case Study Competition. A total...
Jeffrey Epstein’s legacy still clouds the U.S. Virgin Islands
WorldNetDaily
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May 24, 2025
Jeffrey Epstein’s Little St. James Island in the U.S. Virgin Islands When Jeffrey Epstein purchased Little Saint James, the teardrop-shaped island south‑east of St. Thomas, in the late 1990s, he was seen as a mere oddity. A one-time math teacher...
Maritime advocates seek new U.S. Virgin Islands ship registry
WorkBoat
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May 21, 2025 The Trump administration’s moves to revitalize U.S. maritime industry has renewed interest in a 2021 proposal to create a new U.S. Virgin Islands ship registry that advocates say will bolster American competitiveness in. the global...
Maine to receive $26 million as part of $7.4 billion Purdue Pharma opioid settlement
WABI - Maine
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June 18, 2025
AUGUSTA, Maine (WMTW) - The state of Maine is expected to receive $26 million from Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, as part of the $7.4 billion settlement that will resolve lawsuits over the company’s role in creating and...