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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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Stabbing incident at Cheapside van stand

Police are on the scene of a stabbing incident at the van stand near Cheapside, in Bridgetown. Reports indicate that one man was stabbed...

Government condemns deadly violence, vows firm action

The Government of Barbados has strongly condemned the latest outbreak of deadly violence in the country, pledging full support for law enforcement as investigations...

Roland Butcher, the cricket history-maker, honoured in England

Roland Butcher, the first black man to play cricket for England, was honoured over the weekend at a ceremony celebrating his immense contribution to...

Man kills seven of his children, and an eighth child, in Louisiana mass shooting

A father has killed seven of his children and an unrelated child in the US city of Shreveport, Louisiana, in a mass shooting that...

Traffic disruption in Christ Church after burst main

Motorists are being advised of traffic delays at King Corner, Sayes Court, Christ Church, near the roundabout. Reports indicate that a burst main has left...

Hinkson meets Commonwealth Secretary-General in London

Barbados’ High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Edmund Hinkson, paid a courtesy call on Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey on April 13. During the meeting...

Three dead, one injured in St James shooting

Update Three men have been killed and another injured following a shooting incident at Thunder Bay Beach Bar, Lower Carlton, St James on Sunday night. Police...

Bigger Crop Over in store

The 2026 Crop Over Festival was officially launched yesterday with officials promising an enhanced season marked by major prizes, expanded partnerships and increased global promotion to...

Natalie Abrahams steps into her next chapter

She is a trailblazer who has won her way into the hearts of those she has led during her 25-plus years in the corporate...

Cancer Support Services calls for committed volunteers

Cancer Support Services (CSS) is seeking some more good men and women who will stay the course even after their loved ones have recovered...