U.S. Virgin Islands
Coverage of U.S. Virgin Islands in the Nexus archive.
- Mega Millions jackpot reaches 11th $600 million drawing
The Mega Millions jackpot has reached $604 million for Friday's drawing after no winner in Tuesday's draw, marking the 11th time the jackpot has exceeded $600 million since 2002. The cash option is $266 million, and ticket prices increased from $2 to $5 in 2023. The lottery is played in 45 states, DC, and USVI, excluding Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah.
- 2 major earthquakes rock Venezuela; death toll climbs
Two major earthquakes struck Venezuela less than a minute apart, causing at least 164 deaths and 971 injuries. The quakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitudes, triggered tsunami alerts for Caribbean coastlines and damaged Venezuela’s main airport, with over 30 aftershocks reported since.
- Jeffrey Epstein pitched his connections with billionaires to get close to Bill Gates
Bill Gates met with Jeffrey Epstein multiple times between 2011 and 2014, as Epstein pitched his connections to billionaires for fundraising purposes related to the Gates Foundation. Gates stated the meetings focused on philanthropy and expressed regret, acknowledging Epstein used these connections to build legitimacy. Epstein, who had prior sex offense convictions, also made veiled threats about disclosing personal affairs.
- Total blackout strikes St. Thomas and St. John in the US Virgin Islands twice this weekend
A total blackout has struck St. Thomas and St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands twice this weekend. The power outage occurred on both islands, affecting the entire region.
- Commerce Sec. Howard Lutnick to answer Epstein questions from House panel Wednesday
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick will answer questions from a House panel about his connections to Jeffrey Epstein. Lutnick previously admitted to visiting Epstein's private island in 2012. The hearing is scheduled for Wednesday.
- Former Commissioner of Virgin Islands Department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation Sentenced for Bribery Scheme
Calvert White, former Commissioner of the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation, was sentenced to five years in prison for soliciting and accepting a bribe from a government contractor. White exchanged the bribe in return for assistance in obtaining a $1.43 million government contract.
- Where is Jeffrey Epstein's island — and what reportedly happened there?
Jeffrey Epstein's private island, Little St. James, is identified as a location where numerous alleged crimes reportedly occurred. The article examines the significance of this island in relation to the criminal investigations and allegations against Epstein.