Carlos Atwell

Carlos Atwell is a Reporter II with the Nation Publishing Co. Limited, with decades of experience, writing mainly news and current events stories. He has been described as “tall, dark and ridiculous” . . . by himself.

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Media blitz ‘to raise Barbados’ profile’

Foreign and regional media had a profound impact on...

No plans to raise bottle refund

Any attempt to increase the amount of money refunded...

All-day Emancipation celebrations

This year's Emancipation celebration began with a drum call,...

Centenarian’s life ‘a blessing’

It is not usual to find a centenarian still...

T&T experts to assess ship

Barbados is bringing in outside help to deal with...

Minister praises tourism workers

All the credit for Barbados earning top tourism awards...

Family of nine out in the cold

The feud between Shauntelle Butcher and some members of her family came to a head on Thursday. Unable to resolve their differences, an eviction order...

Bajans weigh gas option

Barbadians are paying more for gas and it has some of them looking for ways to adjust their travel around the country. Jason Millar said...

HIV Commission appealing for more partners

The National Well-Being & HIV Commission is on the hunt for greater partnerships. Acting director Kim Bobb-Waithe said they needed as much help as possible...

Fisherfolk pleased with solutions

Fisherfolk have been assisted in finding solutions as they await the repair of the frequently malfunctioning ice machines at the Bridgetown Fisheries Complex. On Tuesday,...

Mixed reaction in Thorpe’s Cottage over new road 

Some residents of Thorpe’s Cottage, St George, are singing the praises of the Ministry of Transport and Works (MTW). However, there remains a measure of...

Fisherfolk fed up with ice issues

Fisherfolk at the Bridgetown Fisheries Complex says they are sick and tired of struggling to have enough ice to keep their fish fresh. The fisherman...

13 schools closing for repairs

Thirteen schools will close a month early this term as the Ministry of Education Transformation attempts to get a jump-start on school repairs. However, the...

‘Be smarter about children’s academics’

Parents must exhibit a level of intelligence when it comes to their children’s academic futures, says Chief Education Officer Dr Ramona Archer-Bradshaw. Speaking at Deighton...

‘Need for’ freedom of information law

Freedom of information legislation will allow people to ask tough questions and demand answers. Group senior executive at RJRGleaner Communications, Gary Allen, made the point...

CTUSAB wants action on boards

The Congress of Trade Unions and Staff Associations of Barbados (CTUSAB) wants to know what is happening with the boards of state-owned enterprises (SOEs)...