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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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Sweden, Finland confirm bid for NATO membership

Sweden and Finland have confirmed they will apply for North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) membership in a historic shift that comes as a result...

Plea to pass on heritage

Not enough Barbadians are teaching the youth about the country’s history, says cultural activist and event producer Andisa “Aja” Andwele. That deficit, he said, could...

Call to bring parties under Constitution

It is time to bring political parties under the Constitution as part of efforts to ensure free and fair elections. The call has come from...

Man critically injured in Bush Hall shooting

Police are investigating a shooting along Bush Hall Yard Gap, St Michael, which was reported about 9:15 p.m. on Sunday. One man is critically injured...

Adapt to survive, taximen told

Government will do what it can to assist Bridgetown Port taxi operators who are predicting a grim summer season due to the absence of...

Another record for Jonathan Jones

Barbados’ rising 4 00-metre star Jonathan Jones has set another new national record. Jones, uncorked a lifetime best performance to win the men’s quarter mile...

BWA: Low reservoir levels at St John facility

The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) said today that low reservoir levels at a facility in St John may result in low water pressure or...

Mayor: Gunman deliberately sought black victims in Buffalo shooting

The man suspected of shooting dead ten people at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York, deliberately sought a site with a high black population,...

BWA crews working to repair burst pipes

The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) said today that low pressure and outages are being experienced in a number of districts across Barbados as a...

Two men injured in Ferniehurst shooting

Police are investigating a report of shots fired in the areas of Block #17 and Block #19 Ferniehurst, Black Rock, St Michael around 4:50...