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Media blitz ‘to raise Barbados’ profile’

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...

No plans to raise bottle refund

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...

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...
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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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Wales back on track with win

by Morissa Lindsay Defending champions Weymouth Wales sent a clear warning to their rivals in the Barbados Football Association Premier League recently. Any doubts about their...

Guilty grandfather to know fate next week

All the submissions are completed and the grandfather, who was found guilty of disposing of his granddaughter’s body over 20 years ago, will find...

St Michael man on firearm and ammo charges

Police have arrested and charged Keimar Orlando Payne, 42, of 1st Ave Eckstein Village, St Michael with possession of a firearm and eight rounds...

Barbados to host Americas Netball Qualifiers

The Barbados Netball Association has stepped in to host the Americas Netball Qualifiers for the 2027 Netball World Cup. Americas Netball made the announcement...

Former England cricketer Roland Butcher’s wife passes away

London — It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that Roland Butcher, former Barbados, Middlesex, and England cricketer, announces the passing of...

‘Long-term Scotland District solutions needed’

St Joseph MP Ryan Brathwaite has thrown his full support behind the 2026 Budgetary Proposals And Financial Statement, pointing out that it would bring tangible relief...

MISSING: Jordan Dominic Oneal

Police are seeking help in locating missing boy Jordan Dominic Oneal, 15, of Upper Carlton, St James. He was last seen on Tuesday, March 17,...

Ishmael wanted more from Budget

Minister of State in the Ministry of Health and Wellness Davidson Ishmael has praised the Budgetary Proposals and Financial Statement as people-centric, but he...

Deitz urges WI Women to play boldly against Aussies

West Indies Women’s head coach, Shane Deitz has called on his players to be bold in their approach against Australia in the upcoming T20I...

Turning heads with Soul-R Fashion

Fashion is stepping into the future . . . literally powered by the sun. Barbadian fashion innovator Xela is turning heads with Soul-R Fashion,...