February 22, 2022
Tesla investigated over ‘phantom braking’ problem
The US government is investigating reports of Tesla cars braking unexpectedly on motorways.The so-called "phantom braking" problem is being looked at by US regulator the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).It received 354…
February 22, 2022
Apple boss Tim Cook faces backlash to £73m pay package
Investors are being urged to vote against a $99m (£73m) pay package awarded to Apple boss Tim Cook last year.Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) said it has "significant concerns" over the size of the award, up from $14.8m the year before.Mr…
February 22, 2022
Elon Musk says US is trying to ‘chill’ his free speech
Tesla boss Elon Musk has accused US regulators of targeting him for "unrelenting investigation" because of his criticism of the government.In a court filing, the billionaire says the Securities and Exchange Commission has engaged in "outsized…
February 22, 2022
Kentish-Rogers sworn in as acting Premier for Anguilla
The island’s Minister of Education and Social Development, Dee-Ann Kentish Rogers has been sworn in as acting Premier.Kentish-Rogers, 29, a former beauty queen, is the youngest person to ever serve as acting Premier. In her position as acting…
February 22, 2022
Boris says that the will invasion of Ukraine wiukd echo around the world
The shock of any invasion of Ukraine by Russia would "echo around the world", Boris Johnson has told world leaders.He said we must be "unflinchingly honest" about the situation in Ukraine and should not "underestimate the gravity of this moment".In…
February 22, 2022
Jamal Edwards, who nurtured UK musical talent, dead at 31
LONDON -- Jamal Edwards, a British music entrepreneur who championed U.K. rap and grime and helped launch the careers of artists including Ed Sheeran, Jessie J and Stormzy, has died. He was 31. His mother, broadcaster Brenda Edwards, said Monday…
February 22, 2022
Queen Elizabeth II tests positive for COVID; mild symptoms
LONDON -- Queen Elizabeth II tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday and is experiencing mild, cold-like symptoms, Buckingham Palace said, adding that she still plans to carry on working. The diagnosis prompted concern and get-well wishes from across…
February 22, 2022
Putin orders troops into pro-Russian regions of eastern Ukraine
Kyiv and Lviv, Ukraine (CNN)Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered troops into separatist-held parts of eastern Ukraine in what the Kremlin called a "peacekeeping" mission, just hours after he signed decrees recognizing the independence of the…
February 18, 2022
‘What You’re Hearing … Is Not What is Happening’ added Opposition Leader Astwood
Leader of the Opposition Hon. Edwin Astwood responded to the Premiers State of the State address, adding that ‘What You’re Hearing … Is Not What is Happening.’ Tonight, in his one year ‘State of the State’ address, many things that the Premiere…
February 15, 2022
CIVIL SERVICE SALARY AND BENEFITS TO INCREASE BY 10% IN 2022/2023
The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands is pleased to announce its plans to increase public service salary and benefits by 10% in 2022/2023 through the introduction of a new Pension and Gratuity Programme (6%) and an across-the-board salary…