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Central Bank: Viral BiMPay voice note is false

The Central Bank of Barbados says it is aware of a voice note currently circulating on WhatsApp containing false and misleading claims about Barbados'...

Dominica targets 100 000 population with New Renewal Initiative

ROSEAU –  The Dominica government says it will establish a National Population Renewal and Global Dominican Engagement Programme as part of  the policy towards...

Some reap strong Crop Over sales 

Some stores in The City reaped a bountiful Crop Over as party-goers outfitted themselves in the latest styles and fashion for the season of celebration. At City...

Senator: Too many working without contracts

Government Senator Roshanna Trim believes that too many workers in Barbados “are still falling through the cracks because theylack contracts”. She voiced concern about the...
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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...

WI miss out on series win

West Indies failed in their bid to secure a series win over Pakistan as the visitors roared back from defeat last week to easily...

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Bajans borrowing more

Institutions and households are borrowing more money from financial institutions. They secured about $264 million in loans during the six-month period ended June 30, the...

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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Police investigate reports of multiple gunshots in St Andrew

Police are investigating reports of multiple gunshots in Shorey Village, St Andrew, after residents reported hearing discharges in the area last night. At this time,...

BWU: Don’t let Berger go yet

The Barbados Workers’ Union (BWU) has formally made a case to Government to ensure Berger Paints is not allowed to dissolve its Barbados operations...

Mottley: Police reform coming

A change is going to come to policing in Barbados. That’s the word from Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley, who on Wednesday night promised sweeping...

PM issues a statement on Patrick Husbands’ retirement

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley issues a statement following the announcement of veteran jockey Patrick Husbands’ retirement.Today, Barbados pauses to salute one of its...

Gospel Fest back despite funding woe

Executive director of Barbados Gospel Fest, Adrian Agard, has raised concern about rising crime and what he described as a lack of corporate support for gospel...

BWU again flags misuse of contract jobs

The Barbados Workers’ Union (BWU) continues to express concerns about employers increasingly using temporary contracts for jobs that are clearly ongoing, arguing that such...

Veteran jockey Husbands retires

Patrick Husbands, the legendary Barbadian jockey, has called time on his illustrious career. He announced his retirement from the saddle on Thursday, a month ahead...

Pitches ‘safe’

The assurance has been provided that Kensington Oval will be in fit and proper shape when cricket returns to the historic venue. So says Damien Gaskin, chairman...

US soldier charged over alleged betting on Maduro capture

A US special forces soldier involved in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was arrested and charged for allegedly betting on that operation, netting him $400...

Ruling on vegan inmate lawsuit May 21

An inmate, who is suing the Attorney General and the Superintendent of Prisons in an attempt to maintain his vegan lifestyle while on remand,...