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Media blitz ‘to raise Barbados’ profile’

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Foreign and regional media had a profound impact on this year’s Crop Over Festival. Minister of Tourism and International Transport Ian Gooding-Edghill recently said the...
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No plans to raise bottle refund

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Any attempt to increase the amount of money refunded for bottles will only negatively affect the cost of living. This is according to Minister of...
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Central Bank: Viral BiMPay voice note is false

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The Central Bank of Barbados says it is aware of a voice note currently circulating on WhatsApp containing false and misleading claims about Barbados'...
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Dominica targets 100 000 population with New Renewal Initiative

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ROSEAU –  The Dominica government says it will establish a National Population Renewal and Global Dominican Engagement Programme as part of  the policy towards...
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CG ups support for blood collection

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Almost two months after launching its Fuelling Hope Blood Drive, CG United has expanded its support for the National Blood Collecting Centre, reinforcing efforts...

Research must drive better health care

BAMP: Take that back, Santia

No cases of cyclosporiasis in Barbados, says Ministry of Health

Site checks the norm, says Ishmael

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Eight years for gun and bullets

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Zico Renaldo Williams was jailed for eight years last Friday as a High Court judge declared a fine was not appropriate for his gun...

Man was ’keeping firearm for old lady’

Old sex cases brought forward

No more extensions for gun offender

Man to pay $15 000 for home-made gun

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Bill puts light on business owners

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Government is seeking to tighten oversight of companies operating in Barbados through new legislation designed to expose the real owners behind businesses, strengthen corporate...

Govt should fast track legal opinion, says DLP

Jordan wants more mentorship programmes

Govt finalising debt swap for health

DLP calls for action on flooding along KNR Husbands Highway

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WI miss out on series win

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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 defeat West Indies to level Test series

Pakistan in control

English FA to withdraw support of Infantino

Greaves keeps Windies alive again

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Bajans borrowing more

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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...

Economic growth slows for Barbados

Port reforms ‘could save $19m’

Celebrating 70 Years of supporting Barbadian businesses

Heat drives rush for ACs, fans

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Centenarian Eunice celebrates with family

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Eunice Kirton, one of Barbados’ newest centenarians, celebrated her 100th birthday on July 20, surrounded by the large family she raised and the community...

Centenarian’s life ‘a blessing’

CG ups support for blood collection

50 years championing a cause

Mya celebrating miracle of life

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COVID-19 Update for August 28

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A total of 63 people, 30 males and 33 females, were diagnosed with COVID-19 on Sunday, August 28, from the 288 tests conducted by...
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Nasa cancels Moon rocket launch

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Nasa has called off the launch of its big new Moon rocket - the Space Launch System (SLS). Controllers struggled to get an engine on...
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Notting Hill Carnival returns to London

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Notting Hill Carnival has returned to west London's streets for the first time in two years. The Covid-19 pandemic forced the event to be put...
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Holness in T&T for Independence celebrations

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KINGSTON, Jamaica –  Prime Minister Andrew Holness left the island on the weekend to attend Trinidad and Tobago’s 60th anniversary of political independence of...
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Labour Matters: The Break-Up

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This week, Labour Matters takes a slightly different approach. Attorney Michelle M. Russell will be exploring the range of emotions people usually experience when their...
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Verstappen racing to another F1 title

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There is just no stopping Max Verstappen right now – not on his way to a stunning victory in the Belgian Grand Prix, and...
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Nasa to launch Moon rocket on Monday

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The American space agency is counting down to the lift-off of its giant new Moon rocket – the Space Launch System. SLS is the most...
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Marvellous Maloney

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Barbadian driver Zane Maloney staged a remarkable comeback to capture his first Formula 3 victory yesterday in the feature race at  the Circuit de...
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It’s all Boscobelle

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J.C.B Boscobelle, benefiting from an all-round team effort, beat St John Cultural by seven wickets in yesterday’s final to become the Barbados Cricket Association’s...
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More electric buses within six months

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Commuters of the Transport Board can expect to be riding aboard ten new electric buses within the next six months. Additionally, Government will be looking...
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