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PM Mottley pays tribute to former BLP stalwart Clyde “Cannon” Holder

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has expressed condolences following the passing of Clyde “Cannon” Holder, describing him as a loyal Barbados Labour Party stalwart...

Wanted man turns himself in after five years

Nicholas Andre McIntosh, who was the subject of a “Wanted Man” bulletin issued in April 2021, is now in police custody. McIntosh presented himself to...

Jason Arday death ‘tragedy on so many levels’ says PM

Andy Burnham has described the death of former Cambridge professor Jason Arday as "a tragedy on so many levels", as he called for a...

Thief given chance at drug rehab

St Elias Charles got that one opportunity he claimed he never got – a chance at drug rehabilitation. “We’re taking a chance on him because...
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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...

Thief given chance at drug rehab

St Elias Charles got that one opportunity he claimed he never got – a chance at drug rehabilitation. “We’re taking a chance on him because...

Death penalty could apply under new bill

Barbadians convicted of domestic terrorism that results in a death could face the death penalty or life imprisonment, Attorney General Wilfred Abrahams told the...

Barbadians Forde and Bishop star as Kings edge Falcons

Barbadian allrounders Matthew Forde and Joshua Bishop came up clutch for Saint Lucia Kings in a topsy-turvy Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) match...

IDB lauds fiscal progress, cites challenge

Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) economists believe Government will find it more difficult to achieve a fiscal target that is key to reducing the public...

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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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Edna, family celebrate milestone

One hundred is not just a number, but a testament to a life well-lived. This sentiment summed up the life of centenarian Edna May Rock...

Teacher at St Paul’s Primary School collapses

Deputy Chief Education Officer Julia Beckles said the St. Paul's Primary School will remain open as they follow recommendations from the Ministry of Health...

Rogers: We must protect what generations built

Barbadians must value education, health care and the country’s development and work together to protect what previous generations built, says Independent Senator Reverend Canon...

Urgent action needed on landfill, says Alleyne

The Mangrove Pond Landfill in St Thomas is running out of space for garbage. Sanitation Service Authority (SSA) chairman Senator Ramon Alleyne reported this yesterday...

Another five-year term for Caricom Secretary General

GEORGETOWN – Caribben Community (CARICOM) Secretary General Dr Carla Barnett has been re-appointed to the position for another five-year term A brief statement by...

UN adopts Ghana’s slavery resolution, defying resistance from US, Europe

A resolution proposed by Ghana at the United Nations on Wednesday to recognise transatlantic ​slavery as the "gravest crime against humanity" and calling for reparations has been adopted...

ICAB: Tax administration system a challenge

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Barbados (ICAB) has highlighted the need for the country’s tax administration system to improve. ICAB chief executive officer Lisa...

KOMI not happy Oval left off CWI list

Kensington Oval remains ready and willing to host all forms of West Indies cricket whenever called upon. This is the clear and precise message from...

Death row inmate awaits decision

The inmate who might be the last condemned killer in prison is now waiting to find out if the Court of Appeal will quash...

Travellers face ‘unusually’ long wait times amid US disruptions

Travellers across the US are facing unusually long lines at airports, with some of the worst delays reported in Houston, where security wait times...