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Bajan sent to the UK

A Barbadian man who was wanted in the United Kingdom on an alleged sexual assault more than 20 years ago was extradited last Friday. Former...

Goddard on multiple charges in the Northern Division

Roshawn Ricardo Dacosta Goddard pleaded guilty to theft of a cow and is now awaiting a pre-sentencing report. Goddard, 21, of Date Tree Hill, St...

Man charged with murder and rape of a minor

A 21-year-old Christ Church man is scheduled to appear in court this morning, charged with murder and rape of a minor. He is Shazan Deron...

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...
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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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AG sends “hooligans” Crop Over warning

There will be zero tolerance for people who choose to disrupt Crop Over events, said Attorney General Dale Marshall from the floor of Parliament...

Sada equals season’s best in win in Hungary

World-class Barbadian athlete Sada Williams equalled her 400 metres season's best of 50.34 seconds to win the one-lap race on Tuesday at the 13th...

WANTED: Don Ricardo Sealy

The Barbados Police Service is seeking the assistance of the public in locating Don Ricardo Sealy, alias ‘Don Soldier’ or Don Boy’, who is...

Commonwealth Games in doubt as host city withdraws

The 2026 Commonwealth Games are in doubt after the Australian state of Victoria cancelled its plans to host due to budget blowouts. The Commonwealth Games...

Guyana government providing support to Mahdia families

Georgetown – The Guyana government on Monday reiterated an earlier position that it would offer “every type of assistance possible and necessary” to support...

Iowa judge blocks law banning state abortions

An Iowa judge has moved to temporarily block a new state law banning most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed...

One change to Windies squad for second Test against India

Cricket West Indies (CWI) Senior Men’s selection panel has announced one change to the Test squad that suffered a comprehensive innings and 141-run loss...

Gittens leads Under-13 boys to bronze

Multi-talented 12-year-old athlete Shakobi Gittens led Barbados to third overall in the Under-13 boys’ pentathlon rankings at the North American, Central American and Caribbean Athletic Association (NACAC) Age Group Championships...

Father accused of raping daughter released on bail

A father accused of raping his nine-year-old daughter was released on bail when he appeared in the District “A” Magistrates’ Court yesterday. His attorney, Martie...

Pandemonium draws 30 000 to the Gardens

Several local and regional musicians helped bring the National Botanical Gardens to life during the Republic Bank Pandemonium on Sunday. While it was estimated that...