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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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Alleyne, O’Neal win May Safari

Leslie Alleyne and Chris O’Neal were the winners of the Chefette MudDogs May Safari last Saturday after one of the closest contests in recent...

Bouncing back

The pandemic has set back Barbados’ economy 20 years. But the country is on a strong path to recovery. That came from senior economic adviser...

Police investigate ‘unnatural’ death at Bank Hall

Police are investigating the unnatural death of a man at Dash Gap, Bank Hall, St Michael today. Police said the incident occurred just before 6...

Skeletal remains found at Bannatyne Road

Police are conducting investigations in a cane field at Bannatyne Road, Christ Church. Workers who were harvesting sugarcane by use of machinery today discovered what...

Winston Scott Polyclinic: Adjustment to midnight shift

There will be no midnight shifts at the Winston Scott Polyclinic, Jemmotts Lane, St Michael, from Friday, May 20 to Sunday, May 22, due...

Accident at Trents, St James

Emergency personnel are on the scene of a collision between a public service vehicle and a car at Trents Corner, St James. Two ambulances, a...

Trinidad officials taking precautions regarding Monkeypox virus

Port Of Spain – Health authorities Friday urged people who have travelled to countries where the Monkeypox virus has been detected and “are symptomatic”...

US: Oklahoma passes bill banning most abortions after conception

Oklahoma legislators have passed a law banning abortion after conception, which critics say is the most restrictive such measure in the United States. The Republican-led...

Commonwealth leaders to decide on secretary general

Bridgetown – Commonwealth leaders, including those from the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) will only vote for a new Secretary General to replace the incumbent Dame...

Off track again

Further delay in resurfacing strip at Usain Bolt Sports Complex