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Boisterous visitors must pay for damage

By Sandra Downes Magistrate Jared Richards assured an accused man on Wednesday that no damages will be paid to him “as a result of injuries...

AG: Bid to block extradition failed

The man who was extradited from Barbados to the United Kingdom (UK) last week failed in his bid to block the order just hours...

Crackdown on Two Sons

A multi-ministry crackdown has forced the temporary closure of one of Barbados’ oldest funeral homes. This action has left Government trying to remove 17 unclaimed...

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...
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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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Message of caution at Christmas to Grenadians

ST GEORGE’S – Grenada’s Prime Minister Dr Keith Mitchell has urged nationals to be extremely careful during the Christmas Season, reminding them that the...

Thousands of Christmas flights cancelled

Millions of people are facing travel disruption and increased Covid restrictions over Christmas, as the surging Omicron variant sees flights cancelled and safety curbs...

A time for joy and hope

Christmas message from Dr Nigel L. Taylor, president, Barbados Evangelical Association: Today, as we celebrate the birth of Our Saviour, we extend season’s greetings from...

Reflect on the things that matter in our lives

Christmas message from Bishop Neil Scantlebury, Roman Catholic Bishop of Bridgetown: Dear brothers and sisters, in Advent we anticipate the coming of Our Lord and...

Bishop Maxwell: Celebrate God’s love at Christmas

Christmas message from Anglican Bishop Michael Maxwell: Dear Barbadians and visitors to our nation, I greet you with the love, joy, peace and hope of...

A message of hope at Christmas

Christmas message from Verla De Peiza, president, Democratic Labour Party: My fellow Barbadians, once again I come to you to bring you a message of...

Atherley: Be thankful for ‘small things’

Christmas message from Bishop Joseph Atherley, Leader of the Opposition: A very blessed Christmas to all. What we as Barbadians reflect on and rejoice in...

Let’s all value life and peaceful living

Christmas Message from The Most Honourable Dame Sandra Mason, President of Barbados: As we celebrate our first Christmas as a republic, it is an honour...

The bustle before Christmas

Bridgetown was full of the typical hustle and bustle associated with the day before Christmas. Some morning showers briefly dampened proceedings but did not last...

Curry hits 46 in Warriors’ win

SAN FRANCISCO – Juan Toscano-Anderson and Gary Payton II hit key hoops down the stretch and Stephen Curry exploded for 46 points as Golden...