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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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Late reopening for Ellerslie School

The Ellerslie School will officially reopen on January 16 for the Hilary term. In a video address to the nation on Monday night, Minister of...

Ministry unveils new grooming policy for schools

When children return to the classroom on Tuesday, it will be under a new National Grooming Policy, an updated dress code for nursery, primary...

Paradise reward players

After an impressive 2022 football season, powerhouses Paradise are anticipating further growth in a full 2023 season in their nine teams and advanced qualification...

Don’t expect TV-style forensics, judge tells jurors

Jurors have been warned not to expect NCIS or CSI-type forensic evidence, as the Forensic Sciences Centre remains largely inoperable. Justice Laurie-Ann Smith-Bovell gave the...

One COVID death over the holiday period

There was one COVID-19 death in Barbados from December 24, 2022 to January 6, 2023, taking the total to 569 since the first case...

COVID-19 outbreak at Geriatric Hospital

Visits have been restricted on some wards at the Geriatric Hospital, at Beckles Road, St Michael, due to a COVID-19 outbreak. This restriction includes wards...

Gareth Bale retires from club and international football

Wales captain Gareth Bale has announced his retirement from football at the age of 33 after a glittering career. The nation’s most-capped male player and...

DLP concerned about country’s IT infrastructure

The Democratic Labour Party says it's concerned about the security and resilience of Government IT systems from cyber attacks, following a recent attack at...

Minister lists signs of substance abuse

Know the signs of substance abuse, says Minister of Home Affairs Wilfred Abrahams. During a church service to mark the start of Drug Awareness Month,...

Bolsonaro supporters storm Brazilian Congress

Supporters of Brazilian far-right ex-President Jair Bolsonaro have stormed Congress in the capital. The dramatic scenes came a week after left-wing veteran Luiz Inácio Lula...