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Sir Clive wants Bajan legend to mentor WI bats

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Sir Clive wants Bajan legend to mentor WI bats

Sir Gordon Greenidge is considered to be the ideal candidate to work with young batsmen in the West Indies to raise the standard of their play.

This view has been expressed by Sir Clive Lloyd, the legendary captain who led West Indies to global domination in the 1970s and 1980s. Sir Gordon turns 75 years old tomorrow and he has been put forward as the most suitable candidate for the position of “batting consultant” – a post expected to be soon filled by Cricket West Indies (CWI).

His legendary opening partner The Most Honourable Desmond Haynes performs a similar role of batting consultant and mentor with the Barbados Pride team. He was recently instrumental in their improved showing with the bat against Jamaica Scorpions in the regional four-day first-class competition.

CWI has already filled the bowling consultant role. Earlier this month, the Daily Nation revealed that Ottis Gibson, another Barbadian and former West Indies all-rounder and T20 World Cup- winning head coach, will take up that role on a one-year contract.

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Trump expected to be among Nobel Peace Prize nominees

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Trump expected to be among Nobel Peace Prize nominees

OSLO – Some 287 candidates will be considered for ​the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, the secretary of the Norwegian Nobel Committee said on Thursday, with US President Donald Trump ‌likely to be among the nominees.

Of this year’s nominations, 208 are individuals and 79 are organisations, said Kristian Berg Harpviken, adding that there were many new nominees compared to last year.

“Since I am new in the job, one of the things that has to some extent surprised me is how much renewal there is from ​year to year on the list,” Harpviken said in an interview. He has held the position since January 2025.

Despite the number ​of conflicts rising worldwide and international cooperation under pressure, the award remains relevant, he added.

“The Peace Prize is even ⁠more important in a period like the one we’re living in,” he said. “There is as much good work, if not more, than ever.”

The leaders of Cambodia, Israel and Pakistan have said they nominated Trump for this year’s prize. Their nominations, if made, would have been ​done in spring and summer 2025, and they are therefore valid given the deadline was January 31.

There is no way of verifying they have done as they have said as nominations remain secret for 50 years and Harpviken declined to say on Thursday whether Trump had been nominated.

A nomination is not an endorsement by the ​award body.

In addition to committee members, thousands of people worldwide can propose names: members of governments and parliaments; current heads of state; university ​professors of history, social sciences, law and philosophy; and former Nobel Peace Prize laureates, among others.

Many names appear on betting sites giving odds on this year’s possible ‌laureates, ⁠from Russia’s Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of the late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, to Pope Leo and Sudan’s Emergency Response Rooms, a volunteer aid group, among others. (Reuters)

Father accused of incest

Heather-Lynn Evanson
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Father accused of incest

A 32-year-old father is being tried on an incest charge. The accused, who was 29 at the time of the allegation, denied having sex with the then nine-year-old girl on July 12, 2023, knowing that she was his daughter by blood relation.

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Update: Teen remanded on firearm and injury charges

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Update: Teen remanded on firearm and injury charges

An 18-year-old Christ Church man has been remanded to prison after appearing in court on a series of serious charges.

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Central Bank Governor says Barbados economy in “excellent” position at start of 2026

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Central Bank Governor says Barbados economy in “excellent” position at start of 2026

Barbados’ economy has entered 2026 in an “excellent” position, with 20 consecutive quarters of growth, low inflation, falling debt and strong foreign reserves, according to Central Bank Governor Dr The Most Honourable Kevin Greenidge.

Presenting the Bank’s January to March review today, Greenidge said the economy expanded by 1.7 per cent in the first quarter, while inflation stood at 1.1 per cent and unemployment at 7.2 per cent.

Asked how the country was performing, he replied: “I’d say we’re excellent.”

He also revealed Barbados intended to maintain close ties to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as a safeguard against global shocks.

“When we exit the programme, the Prime Minister had indicated that we would keep the IMF on speed dial, close, almost like an insurance policy,” Greenidge said.

Tourism remained the main driver of growth, with stay-over arrivals rising 1.1 per cent to more than 237 000 visitors, while cruise arrivals surged 30 per cent.

Greenidge said stay-over visitors remained far more valuable economically.

“Long stay gives you about nine times what you get from cruise,” he said.

Construction rose 3.5 per cent, while agriculture grew 4.1 per cent, helped by a sharp rebound in fishing. Fish catches jumped 55.2 per cent after disruption caused by Hurricane Beryl last year.

Government’s finances also improved, with a primary surplus of $647.3 million and debt falling to 94.6 per cent of GDP.

International reserves remained around $3 billion, equivalent to 25.5 weeks of import cover.

The Central Bank expects Barbados’ economy to grow between 2 and 3 per cent this year, though Greenidge warned that oil prices, geopolitical tensions and climate shocks remained risks. (CLM)

Portvale Sugar Factory resumes operations after mechanical repairs

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Portvale Sugar Factory resumes operations after mechanical repairs

The Portvale Sugar Factory has resumed grinding operations following a brief shutdown caused by a mechanical fault.

This was confirmed in a statement issued by the Barbados Energy and Sugar Company (BESCO), which said the interruption occurred after a mill malfunction, prompting immediate work by its engineering team.

Engineers reportedly worked around the clock to complete repairs and restore the facility to full operational capacity.

BESCO said sugar production for the 2026 crop has been progressing well despite the temporary disruption.

The company thanked staff, partners and the wider community for their support and said it remains focused on the successful completion of the current production campaign.

Fatal shooting in Wildey

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Fatal shooting in Wildey

Police are on the scene of a fatal shooting in Wildey, St Michael.

Reports indicate that a car pulled up near Meadow Road and a man exited the vehicle and discharged multiple gunshots at another man before re-entering the vehicle and leaving the scene.

The victim succumbed to his injuries.

Investigations are ongoing. More details as they come to hand.

Govt warns against illegal construction in Six Men’s

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Govt warns against illegal construction in Six Men’s

The Ministry of Housing and Lands has completed surveying on the first section of land at Six Men’s, St Peter, as Government accelerates efforts to empower squatters with title deeds.

It has erected a billboard warning against the construction of any new structures in the area, which is considered one of the largest squatter settlements in the country.

Ian Gill, general manager of the National Housing Corporation (NHC), confirmed that the billboard was installed to preserve the integrity of the area. The notice states: “By order of the National Housing Corporation, there shall be no erection of any structures (houses or ancillary buildings) on lands owned by the NHC at Six Men’s Tenantry, St Peter.” It further warns that the NHC will exercise its rights as the owner should the directive be ignored. Gill explained that the sign was a necessary step to facilitate the Six Men’s Life Improvement Project, a specialised Tenantry Freehold Purchase Act initiative. “The billboard indicates the area to which the notice relates,” he told the MIDWEEK NATION. “The sign simply stops persons from going to randomly set up new houses. The area is being surveyed with one section completed.”

This development follows a pledge made during the February General Election campaign by Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley and St Peter parliamentary representative Colin Jordan. At that time, they announced that more than 100 families in Six Men’s would finally receive title deeds, correcting what Mottley described as a “historic land injustice”.

132 tenants

Jordan previously noted that 132 tenants had qualified for the programme. By February, 37 householders had received letters of

offer, with surveys under way to facilitate the transfer of titles.

While the Government moves ahead with the transfer process, sources indicated that a financial settlement regarding the land’s ownership remained unresolved. The land was originally owned by the Broomes family, who have been embroiled in a legal battle with the State for decades.

According to official sources, a high-level team comprising officials from the Solicitor General’s Office, Ministry of Housing and the Planning & Development Department has held meetings with the family over the past two years. However, negotiations have stalled.

“We were unable to reach a financial settlement as the family rejected all of the offers put on the table,” one official revealed.

It is understood that Government offered a payout of $8 million, but the Broomes family is demanding significantly more.

NNP gets new leader

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NNP gets new leader

Carolyn Clarke will take over as political leader of the New National Party (NNP) after Kemar Stuart announced yesterday that his one-year tenure was up.

Clarke was the party’s candidate in the St Michael East constituency in the February 11 General Election.

Stuart, who unsuccessfully contested the St John riding, said the change was mandated by the party’s constitution.

“I wish to thank all those persons who supported and believed in the formation of NNP. I am grateful for all your love and to the people of St John and Barbados who acted to show a permanent mark of love by voting for me, the NNP and its candidates,” he said in a brief statement.

Saying it was “a great honour” to serve as the first political leader of the young party, he said he would not be seeking office for the 20262027 period.

“I wish to personally congratulate Carolyn Clarke . . . as she embarks on her new journey to political leadership,” Stuart added.

(PR/SAT)

Speed woos the crowd

Haydn Gill
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Speed woos the crowd

Barbadians just could not get enough of American streamer IShowSpeed on Monday.

For four hours, they turned out in the hundreds at multiple locations, eager to catch a glimpse of the high-energy 21-year-old Internet personality as he continued his Caribbean tour.

The online stream, which attracted more than 53 million viewers, started at Christ Church Foundation School, where IShowSpeed was welcomed by Minister of Education Transformation Chad Blackman.

From there, the entourage proceeded along the South Coast where the stops included Oistins Bay Garden, St Lawrence Gap, Chefette Rockley and the Garrison Savannah.

At Oistins, IShowSpeed saw how local fish was processed before enjoying some of it, and when he reached Chefette Rockley, he gifted meals to 150 people.

As the tour reached Browne’s Beach in St Michael, he took part in some water sport activities before making his way to Pelican Village in The City where there was a mini jump-up involving the Barbados Landship. It was here that Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office with responsibility for Youth and Culture, Senator Shane Archer, spoke to him about Crop Over.

Known for his animated broadcasts and viral online moments, IShowSpeed has built a massive global following through travel content that highlights everyday life, culture and innovation. His past tours have taken him across Europe, South America, China, Africa and North America.

Barbados is one of several stops on his Caribbean itinerary, which began on April 25. The tour includes visits to Antigua and Barbuda, The Bahamas, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, St Maarten, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, and the United States Virgin Islands.

IShowSpeed’s rising international popularity has also attracted official recognition. During a previous visit to Lima, Peru, he was honoured by the authorities there. (HG)

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