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Iran wants control over some shipping in Strait of Hormuz

Dubai – Iran wants control over inbound shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and visibility over outbound traffic, with the ability to ​intervene if...

Persad-Bissessar announces joint army and police posts for 30 communities

Port of Spain – The Trinidad and Tobago government says it is establishing joint army and police posts at 30 communities across the country...

Pakistan in control

Port-of-Spain – A superb batting display by Abdullah Shafique and Babar Azam have left Pakistan in firm control of the second Test against West...

No incidents for Grand Kadooment

Commissioner of Police Sonia Boyce commended Barbadians and visitors for being on their best behaviour after the Flow 5G+ Grand Kadooment went off without...
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CG ups support for blood collection

Almost two months after launching its Fuelling Hope Blood Drive, CG United has expanded its support for the National Blood Collecting Centre, reinforcing efforts...

Eight years for gun and bullets

Zico Renaldo Williams was jailed for eight years last Friday as a High Court judge declared a fine was not appropriate for his gun...

Bill puts light on business owners

Government is seeking to tighten oversight of companies operating in Barbados through new legislation designed to expose the real owners behind businesses, strengthen corporate...

Pakistan in control

Port-of-Spain – A superb batting display by Abdullah Shafique and Babar Azam have left Pakistan in firm control of the second Test against West...

Economic growth slows for Barbados

Barbados’ economy has now expanded for 21 consecutive quarters. However, with international uncertainty – especially the war in the Middle East taking a toll –...

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Centenarian Eunice celebrates with family

Eunice Kirton, one of Barbados’ newest centenarians, celebrated her 100th birthday on July 20, surrounded by the large family she raised and the community...
 

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NCF mourns passing of veteran photographer David Crichlow

The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) is mourning the passing of veteran Barbadian photographer David Crichlow, whose lens captured the people, culture and defining moments...

CWI announces 15-member squad for Test series against Pakistan

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against Pakistan, with the team retaining the core group...

Update: Missing St Thomas man traced

Richard Rudolph Cumberbatch, 53, of Ayshford, St Thomas, who was reported missing on Tuesday, July 22 has been traced and is safe. The Barbados Police...

Warm welcome for Sunrise

Barbados welcomed its newest airline partner at Grantley Adams International Airport (GAIA) yesterday. The inaugural Sunrise Airways nonstop flight from Antigua and Barbuda touched down...

Research must drive better health care

Medical research and practical medicine must meld seamlessly to the benefit of the public. This was the consensus during the opening ceremony of the 25th...

Sammy wants Caribbean qualifiers

West Indies have already determined that they will have to play in the qualification tournament in order to reach the next ICC Men’s World...

Oil prices hit $100 for the first time since May

Oil prices hit $100 a barrel for the first time since May as the escalating conflict in the Middle East reignited fears over global...

NCF announces Pic O De Crop refunds

The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) has announced refund arrangements for patrons who have already purchased tickets for the Courtesy Garage Pic O De Crop Finals which...

Home-made gun costs youth $10 000

You don't even want to see a picture of a firearm. Those were the last words from Justice Pamela Beckles to first-time gun offender Brandon...

Death toll in Guyana ferry tragedy climbs as regional recovery effort expands

 Search, rescue and recovery operations following the capsizing of the MV Barima have intensified with the arrival of maritime assets and personnel from the...