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Dolly Parton, legendary US country singer, dies aged 80

Iconic country musician Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family announced on her social media. "Sadness lies with us, not with...

Tridents ready to bring ‘A’ game

The Barbados Tridents will resume their quest for the 2026 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) title when they come up against Antigua and Barbuda Falcons...

Woman with $285 steals $17 in food stuff

 Although she had close to $300 in her purse, a St Joseph woman stole $17 in food stuff from a Bridgetown supermarket earlier this...

China hits out at ‘illegal’ new US sanctions on Iran and trading partners

China has vowed to protect its interests after the US announced plans to widen economic sanctions against Iran and its trading partners, which include...
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BAMP warns of rise in COVID-19 and influenza cases

The Barbados Association of Medical Practitioners (BAMP) is urging doctors and the public to remain vigilant amid a significant increase in respiratory illnesses, including...

Woman with $285 steals $17 in food stuff

 Although she had close to $300 in her purse, a St Joseph woman stole $17 in food stuff from a Bridgetown supermarket earlier this...

DLP: Overhaul teen mental health care

The Democratic Labour Party (DLP) is calling for an urgent overhaul of child and adolescent mental health services in Barbados, following the reported death...

Tridents ready to bring ‘A’ game

The Barbados Tridents will resume their quest for the 2026 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) title when they come up against Antigua and Barbuda Falcons...

BRA identifies land tax glitch, some property owners to be refunded

Some Barbadians are due a land tax refund after a glitch overcharged residential owners whose properties are valued at more than $450 000. “The Ministry...

Bajans deeper in debt

Better day for vendors at Grand Market

The energy at the Caribbean Grand Market was unmistakably livelier yesterday, as vendors at CARIFESTA House reported a noticeable uptick in both foot traffic and sales...
 

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Concern over retirement fund

Staff at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Cave Hill Campus are expressing deep frustration and anxiety following a meeting regarding the management...

UK withdraws Tehran embassy staff as US-Iran tension sparks concern across region

The UK has temporarily withdrawn staff from its embassy in Tehran, as tensions between the US and Iran prompt warnings from a number of...

Paramount set for $111bn Warner Bros takeover after Netflix drops bid

Netflix has backed away from its proposal to buy Warner Bros Discovery, clearing the way for Paramount Skydance to win a months-long battle for...

Paul: Come out from under the rocks

Chief executive officer of the Barbados Agricultural Society, James Paul, is urging agriculturalists to step out. He made that call yesterday during a media conference...

Bahamas seeking seat on UN Security Council

 The Bahamas has signaled its intention to seek a seat on the United Nations Security Council as a non-permanent member for the period 2032-33. “In...

Arrest warrants were issued, says Mottley

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley described as “unfortunate” the use of the word “kidnapping” to refer to the return of Trinidad and Tobago citizen...

West Indies legend Taylor reaches milestone of 6000 ODI runs

West Indies legend Stafanie Taylor on Wednesday became only the second woman in history to score over 6,000 runs in One-Day Internationals The 34 year...

Financial Services Commission Appeals Tribunal established

The Ministry of Finance has established the Financial Services Commission Appeals Tribunal, which will be chaired by the Most Honourable Christopher Blackman, Retired Justice...

Hillary Clinton tells congressional panel she has no information on Epstein

Former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton told a congressional committee on Thursday that she did not remember ever meeting the late sex offender...

Walters against anti-defection bill

Amending the Constitution to prevent Members of Parliament from crossing the floor is “a proposal that strikes at the very heart of how our...