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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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Update: Two men found shot dead in vehicle at Cambridge, St Joseph

Police have confirmed that two men were found shot dead in a vehicle at Cambridge on Sunday afternoon. Public Affairs and Communications Officer, Inspector Ryan...

Fogging Schedule: March 16 to 20

The Vector Control Unit of the Ministry of Health and Wellness will target districts in three parishes when it conducts its fogging programme next...

Evelyn set for Enhanced Games

Two-time Olympian Tristan Evelyn has expressed her delight at being a part of the inaugural Enhanced Games which will be held in Las Vegas,...

One dead in shooting at Cambridge, St Joseph

Update Two people confirmed dead at Cambridge, St Joseph. Police have a cordon in place, some distance from where the incident occurred. This is a developing story. ***** Earlier...

Aura’s early launch

The countdown to the Crop Over Festival kicked off in spectacular style yesterday with Aura Experience first out the blocks with its first-ever band launch at sea. Masqueraders, sponsors,...

BL&P hike ‘too much of a burden’

Several Barbadians are expressing concern about the rising cost of electricity, saying any additional increase to their bills from this month will place further strain...

Iran holds the key to reopening global energy markets

When Saudi Aramco told its oil buyers in a letter this week that it had no clear idea which port ​it would use for...

‘Brace for new increases’ in costs

“Buckle up. It’s going to be a rough couple of months.” That is the stark warning from one Barbadian businessman as new increases in shipping...

Antonelli wins Chinese GP as McLarens fail to start

Teenager Kimi Antonelli took his first Formula 1 victory as he led team-mate George Russell home in a Mercedes one-two at the Chinese Grand...

Absenteeism still a concern for CXC

Students who do not turn up to write the Caribbean Examination Council’s exam papers after registering are still a concern for the body. This vexing...