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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...

Pakistan in control

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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COVID can’t stop Carnival

Port Of Spain, Trinidad – Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley on Thursday assured there was no need to change COVID-19 protocols, impose new restrictions,...

Intervention needed on bullying in schools

Based on the calls he receives from both parents and schools, Chief Executive Officer of the Supreme Counselling for Personal Development, Shawn Clarke, believes...

Judge: It’s job when not on jury panel

Go back to work when you are discharged because the court will not lie for you. This was the warning given by Justice Pamela Beckles...

‘Brighter’ days ahead

There is lots to be depressed about in West Indies cricket. But Cricket West Indies chief executive officer Johnny Grave said there is hope, and...

Lisa Marie Presley dies

Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of rock’n’roll legend Elvis, has died aged 54, her mother has said. “It is with a heavy heart that...

Carlyn Leacock passes away at home

Barbados’ First Lady of Song, Carlyn Leacock, passed away earlier today. Relatives confirmed this in a brief statement. “The family of Carlyn Leacock would like to...

Elderly man found wandering in Gall Hill

An elderly man was found wandering in Gall Hill, Christ Church, around 4 p.m. today. He is giving his name as Claudius Griffith, but his...

FTX recovers $5b of assets

Collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX has located more than $5bn of assets, an attorney for the firm says. However, a US bankruptcy court was told on...

Winston Scott Polyclinic reopening on Friday

The Winston Scott Polyclinic, at Jemmotts Lane, St Michael, which was temporarily closed on Tuesday for environmental cleaning, will reopen for business on Friday,...

Final farewell for Colombian worker swept from cliffs

A memorial service for Colombian national, Edward Rueda, was held yesterday at St Dominic’s Roman Catholic Church. Rueda, who was in Barbados on a work...