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Trump threatens to bomb US ally Oman if it ‘gets in the way’ over Iran deal

President Donald Trump has threatened to bomb Oman - a US ally - if it "gets in the way" of his administration's own talks...

Central Bank seizes control of Zeemoney

The Central Bank of Barbados has seized management and control of Zeemoney (Barbados) Limited, citing concerns over the company’s financial position and business practices. The...

Quinn embracing future with AI

He translated poor science grades through the “grind” of his renewed determination to become a data and artificial intelligence (AI) specialist. Though veterinary medicine caught...

DLP opposed to ‘rushed reform’

The Democratic Labour Party (DLP) says it is not opposed to education reform, but wants Government and the Ministry of Education Transformation to explain...
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Officials: Take extra care against measles

Barbados is being urged to tighten its defences against measles as the Americas confront their worst outbreak of the highly contagious disease in more...

Man fined $30,000 after pleading guilty to cannabis trafficking and importation

A 29-year-old man has been fined $30,000 after pleading guilty to charges of trafficking and importing cannabis. Lynson Henderson Cox, of Lewis Gap, St Michael,...

DLP opposed to ‘rushed reform’

The Democratic Labour Party (DLP) says it is not opposed to education reform, but wants Government and the Ministry of Education Transformation to explain...

Tridents move top of CPL standings with second straight win

Barbados Tridents beat Saint Lucia Kings by nine runs in a close encounter on Sunday night to go top of the points table in...

Growing risks threaten financial stability

Barbados’ financial system is stable but local regulators are warning that global risks have intensified, increasing the likelihood of adverse spillovers into the domestic...

Quinn embracing future with AI

He translated poor science grades through the “grind” of his renewed determination to become a data and artificial intelligence (AI) specialist. Though veterinary medicine caught...
 

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PM’s tribute to Dr Don Blackman

Prime Minister Mia Mottley paid tribute to Dr Don Blackman, the former politician who passed away in Florida. Blackman represented the St Michael East constituency...

Dominica to sign treaty on comprehensive nuclear test ban

ROSEAU – Dominica said it would be signing the comprehensive nuclear test treaty ban (CTBT). Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit  held talks with the executive secretary...

Four-Day cricket back after break caused by COVID

Defending champions Barbados Pride will take on the Leeward Island Hurricanes at Kensington Oval from Wednesday as first-class cricket makes a return in the...

Debate on Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2022

The House of Assembly convened today at the Worthing Corporate Centre in Christ Church for its first full session without an Opposition in place. While...

Career workshop for students

Secondary school students have the opportunity to be educated in cutting edge and new, emerging careers. And they will do this as they undertake a...

Former politician Dr Don Blackman passes away

Former Barbadian politician Dr Don Blackman has passed away in Florida, in the United States. Blackman held various ministerial posts such as Minister of Transport...

714 new virus cases

There were 714 new coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, 310 males and 404 females, recorded on Monday, February 7, from among the 2 674 tests conducted...

Two more COVID-19 deaths; toll at 288

Coronavirus (COVID-19) claimed the lives of two women on Monday, February 7. One was 38 years old, while the other was 63. They were both...

Winners collect lotto loot at retail outlets

For the first time since 2020, the Barbados Lottery has presented jackpot winners with their cheques at the outlets where the winning ticket was...

Jamaica poultry farmers benefitting from programme

Kingston – Agriculture and Fisheries Minister, Pearnel Charles Jr, says poultry farmers have commenced benefitting from the JCA$50 million subsidiary programme, aimed at minimising...