Thursday, May 9, 2024

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How we treat animals a reflection of society

HOW MANY MORE? How much longer? What else will it take for our country to address the suffering and killing of our dogs? I am tired and fed up. Those who work...

BWA conducting emergency repairs in St. George

The Barbados Water Authority is today, Wednesday, May 8th advising residents and businesses in parts of St. George...

Increase in gastro cases

HEALTH OFFICIALS are reporting an increase in gastrointestinal illnesses in Barbados. As a result, they are urging the public...

Truce ‘holding’

The truce that was brokered between rival gangs is still intact, says Minister of State in the Attorney...

Foster care call

The Child Care Board (CCB) is encouraging Barbadians to consider becoming foster parents to scores of children living...

Vets remembered today in Bridgetown

BARBADOS JOINED SEVERAL countries across the Commonwealth paying tribute to its citizens who fought and lost their lives in the two World Wars.During an...

The enemy within

From age 40, Richard Alleyne was preparing to fight the enemy.He was ready for war.The battle lines were drawn, he was armed, at least...

Tax will ‘impact BHL’

The imposition of a tax on soft drinks as suggested by the International Monetary Foundation (IMF) is a major concern for Barbados Bottling Company...

From The Archives: Use those Caricom cheques!

The Central Bank has launched a campaign to encourage the use of Caricom Travellers Cheques.Central Bank Governor, Dr. Courtney Blackman, told THE NATION that...

Estwick back on warpath

The Barbados Water Authority is involved with as many as seven projects which will stop it from having to depend on Government funding.Minister of...

Say It Like A Bajan: Yuh don’ buy cow when yuh can get milk fuh free.

Bajan Saying: Yuh don’ buy cow when yuh can get milk fuh free.Interpretation: Why bother to get married when you are already enjoying the...