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CWI names 22 players for High-Performance Under-19 Women’s Camp

Five Barbadians have been named in a squad of 22 of the Caribbean’s promising young female cricketers as Cricket West Indies (CWI) steps up...

Trump threatens to bomb US ally Oman if it ‘gets in the way’ over Iran deal

President Donald Trump has threatened to bomb Oman - a US ally - if it "gets in the way" of his administration's own talks...

Central Bank seizes control of Zeemoney

The Central Bank of Barbados has seized management and control of Zeemoney (Barbados) Limited, citing concerns over the company’s financial position and business practices. The...

Quinn embracing future with AI

He translated poor science grades through the “grind” of his renewed determination to become a data and artificial intelligence (AI) specialist. Though veterinary medicine caught...
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Officials: Take extra care against measles

Barbados is being urged to tighten its defences against measles as the Americas confront their worst outbreak of the highly contagious disease in more...

Man fined $30,000 after pleading guilty to cannabis trafficking and importation

A 29-year-old man has been fined $30,000 after pleading guilty to charges of trafficking and importing cannabis. Lynson Henderson Cox, of Lewis Gap, St Michael,...

DLP opposed to ‘rushed reform’

The Democratic Labour Party (DLP) says it is not opposed to education reform, but wants Government and the Ministry of Education Transformation to explain...

CWI names 22 players for High-Performance Under-19 Women’s Camp

Five Barbadians have been named in a squad of 22 of the Caribbean’s promising young female cricketers as Cricket West Indies (CWI) steps up...

Growing risks threaten financial stability

Barbados’ financial system is stable but local regulators are warning that global risks have intensified, increasing the likelihood of adverse spillovers into the domestic...

Quinn embracing future with AI

He translated poor science grades through the “grind” of his renewed determination to become a data and artificial intelligence (AI) specialist. Though veterinary medicine caught...
 

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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...