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Receiver invites bid for Solar Dynamics assets

Long-standing Barbados manufacturer Solar Dynamics Limited, an internationally-recognised pioneer of solar water heating technology, is facing an uncertain future. The assets of the company, which...

PM Mottley pays tribute to former BLP stalwart Clyde “Cannon” Holder

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has expressed condolences following the passing of Clyde “Cannon” Holder, describing him as a loyal Barbados Labour Party stalwart...

Wanted man turns himself in after five years

Nicholas Andre McIntosh, who was the subject of a “Wanted Man” bulletin issued in April 2021, is now in police custody. McIntosh presented himself to...

Jason Arday death ‘tragedy on so many levels’ says PM

Andy Burnham has described the death of former Cambridge professor Jason Arday as "a tragedy on so many levels", as he called for a...
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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...

Thief given chance at drug rehab

St Elias Charles got that one opportunity he claimed he never got – a chance at drug rehabilitation. “We’re taking a chance on him because...

Death penalty could apply under new bill

Barbadians convicted of domestic terrorism that results in a death could face the death penalty or life imprisonment, Attorney General Wilfred Abrahams told the...

Barbadians Forde and Bishop star as Kings edge Falcons

Barbadian allrounders Matthew Forde and Joshua Bishop came up clutch for Saint Lucia Kings in a topsy-turvy Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) match...

Receiver invites bid for Solar Dynamics assets

Long-standing Barbados manufacturer Solar Dynamics Limited, an internationally-recognised pioneer of solar water heating technology, is facing an uncertain future. The assets of the company, which...

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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U-17 girls seeking Concacaf spot

The Barbados Under-17 girls' national football team will be looking to go one step further and qualify for the 2022 Concacaf Championship when the...

More expensive Christmas ahead

It could be a rough Christmas for consumers. With the already severe logistical challenges in global supply chains and transportation expected to worsen leading up...

‘Blind spot’ at Labour Office

An appeal which arose from an Employment Rights Tribunal (ERT) decision has shone a spotlight on the Employment Rights Act and the Labour Department. Former...

Flow to mandate jab in Covid fight

Telecommunications company C&W Communications has joined other private sector entities in establishing a strong vaccination policy for staff. Yesterday in a press statement, the company,...

320 new COVID-19 cases

Health authorities said on Thursday that another 320 people were identified as positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) by the Best-dos Santos Public Health...

Wesley: CXC students not disadvantaged

The impact of COVID-19 and environmental disruptions were taken into account as Caribbean Examination Council (CXC) graders marked test papers. Registrar Dr Wayne Wesley made...

Family believes body that of missing relative

The family of Arden Jones, who was reported missing to police on October 1, believe it is his decomposing body that was discovered in...

Virgin Atlantic starts flights to SVG

Kingstown – Virgin Atlantic completed its inaugural flight on Wednesday from London Heathrow to St. Vincent & the Grenadines (SVG), the country’s only direct...

20-year binge on cheap food is over, Britain’s chicken king says

London – Britain’s 20-year binge on cheap food is coming to an end and food price inflation could hit double digits due to a...

Exam results creditable despite challenges, CXC says

Georgetown – Officials of the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) said students across the Caribbean performed creditably in the CAPE (Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Education) and...