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VIDEO: Food business at Eagle Hall hit by fire

Fire broke out at a well-known eatery at Eagle Hall, St Michael, this afternoon. Before the Fire Service arrived, members of the community helped...

NCF: Crop Over was successful

The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) is declaring Crop Over 2026 a success, pointing to sold-out events, strong attendance and increased patronage across several major festival activities. NCF...

Suriname prosecution seeks 10-year sentence for man with HIV accused of rape

Paramaribo, Suriname – The Public Prosecution Service (OM) is seeking a 10-year unconditional prison sentence for a man accused of rape, unlawful deprivation of...

Sir Garfield Sobers: A life well lived

From humble beginnings in Barbados to becoming one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket history, Sir Garfield Sobers lived a remarkable life defined by...
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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...

Proposal to rename Bay Primary after Sir Garry

There is a proposal for Bay Primary School to be renamed in honour of late National Hero Sir Garfield Sobers, and it has the...

Prow takes pride in gold medal

For Barbados squash champion Margot Prow, winning the country’s first gold medal at the 2026 Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games is still a...

WI miss out on series win

Pakistan in control

Sir Garfield Sobers: A life well lived

From humble beginnings in Barbados to becoming one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket history, Sir Garfield Sobers lived a remarkable life defined by...

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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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Man remanded on $11m drug charges

Justin Tevin Archer, 31, was remanded to prison yesterday after appearing on drug charges in relation to more than $11 million worth of cannabis. The...

Scorpions look to continue as Pride seek revenge at Sabina Park

If the opening round of the 2026 West Indies Championship was an appetiser, the second round promises to be a full-course feast. When action resumes...

Fitch warns of tourism pressures

About six months after affirming Barbados’ credit rating and changing the outlook to positive, Fitch Ratings is warning of increased pressure on tourism and...

Call to follow grooming rules

With the new school term to start on Tuesday, students and parents are being urged to adhere to Barbados’ National Grooming Policy, as education...

Cohobblopot returns for Crop Over 2026

The Minister with responsibility for culture Shane Archer has officially announced the return of Cohobblopot as part of the Crop Over Festival 2026 programme.  The...

Workshop prepares hotels for crises

The Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) convened its 2026 Emergency Management Workshop at The Crane Resort, St Philip, bringing together industry leaders, HR...

Rise in vaccines for measles

Barbados recorded an increase in its immunisation coverage for measles in 2025. It is a small victory for health authorities as they continue efforts...

Grandfather killed after eating luncheon meat

A drop of blood on the ear of Keon Curwen Downes aroused the suspicions of police who were investigating his grandfather’s death. Downes later admitted...

Defiant message from Iran as vessels attempting to cross Hormuz report gunfire

At least two merchant vessels reported they were hit by gunfire as they attempted to cross the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, three maritime...

Multimedia platform soon for students

The Ministry of Education Transformation has big plans to get students’ voices onto the world stage, with the introduction of Student TV. During the 2026 elections for...