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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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Some reap strong Crop Over sales 

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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...
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Senator: Too many working without contracts

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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

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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 24

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Health authorities in Barbados reported that 182 new COVID-19 cases were detected in the island on Wednesday, August 24. According to a news release issued...
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PAC doesn’t hold Government’s “feet to the fire”

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The functions of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) have failed to effect any meaningful change in holding Governments to account. This is the view of...
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Call to hone emotional skills

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Too much time is being spent in the classroom disciplining students rather than teaching them. This is according to chair of the Caribbean Institute for...
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Barbados to host Junior Pan Am Hockey

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Barbados has been provisionally chosen to host next April’s Junior Pan American Hockey Championships. The forthcoming event will be the 13th edition of both the...
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Prosecution seeks 20 years for rapist

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The prosecution believes the man convicted of raping his girlfriend’s then seven-year-old daughter should get 20 years in jail. However, the convicted man’s attorney has...
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Some Flow customers in Christ Church without Internet

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Twelve hours later, some Flow customers in parts of Christ Church are still without internet, caused by a damaged cable on the ABC Highway. It...
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PM Mottley not in runway accident

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The Prime Minister’s Office wishes to make it absolutely clear to Barbadians that at no time during her recent overseas trip was Prime Minister...
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Biden cancels some student debt

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United States President Joe Biden will cancel up to $10 000 in federal student loans for millions of Americans who earn less than $125...
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COVID-19 Update for August 23

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There were 221 new COVID-9 cases, 116 males and 105 females, recorded from the 877 tests conducted on Tuesday, August 23, by laboratories across...
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Five more COVID-19 deaths

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The COVID-19 death toll has risen to 537 following the deaths of five people. An 82-year-old man passed away on Tuesday, August 23. In addition, the...
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