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Epstein Island Fallout: A new wave of trespassing and alleged assaults is hitting Little St. James (aka “Epstein Island”) after Stephen Deckoff bought the two islands for $60M—visitors are reportedly arriving by jet ski and drone, while Deckoff’s camp says staff may make “lawful citizens arrests.” Port Disruption Watch: The VI Port Authority is responding to concerns after Water Spirit Freight Services was restricted from docking in San Juan, with the Coast Guard citing navigation obstruction. Crypto Turmoil: ZachXBT alleges LAB used insider-controlled supply and opaque OTC deals to push token prices up—then LAB reportedly crashed more than 30% in a day. Cruise Safety Incident: Norwegian Luna guests reported a ceiling panel collapse at The Local Bar & Grill, with several treated for minor injuries. Local Governance Pressure: Opposition lawmakers in the VI are blasting government delays on derelict vehicles and stalled projects, while BVI tourism leaders tout a record 52 summer cruise calls. Finance Court Update: Singapore’s High Court approved winding up three BVI-linked 1MDB entities, setting up further claims against Standard Chartered and BSI.

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