Flash-flood watch issued as tropical wave passes

UPDATE: The flash-flood watch issued by the Barbados Meteorological Services has been discontinued. The threat of flooding by a tropical wave which was located to the east of Barbados has diminished. However,...

Man fatally shot at Crab Hill identified by relative

The man who was shot and killed at Crab Hill, St Lucy last night has been identified as...

David Estwick gets the nod as new DLP president

Former government minister Dr David Estwick was tonight voted in as the newest president of the Democratic Labour...

NCF: Crop Over was successful

The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) is declaring Crop Over 2026 a success, pointing to sold-out events, strong attendance and increased...

Sir Garfield Sobers: A life well lived

From humble beginnings in Barbados to becoming one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket history, Sir Garfield Sobers...

Pfizer trial run starts today

The Pfizer vaccine will be rolled out today in a limited way, says chief medical officer Dr Kenneth George. Speaking at the fourth and final...

Agard, Jones ready despite challenges

It is now official; the National Union of Public Workers (NUPW) will be getting a new president, when the largest public sector trade union...

Top-grade asphalt mix to better roads

Barbados now has the capacity to produce a world-class asphalt mix that will make its roads last longer and be less susceptible to crocodile...

Arson accused remanded amid new development

The man charged in connection with the arson of a house and the death of one of the occupants was further remanded to prison...

Doc: Pfizer priority for high-risk groups

Special consideration will be given for children aged 12 to 18 years with underlying conditions to receive the Pfizer vaccine. Chief Medical Officer Dr Kenneth...

‘No plan to hurt anyone’

Accused Marc Reid said he was only defending himself and “wasn’t looking to hurt anyone” on the evening of August 30, 2017. “The way them...