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Sonia Boyce sworn in as Barbados’ first female Commissioner of Police

Sonia Boyce was sworn in today as Commissioner of Police, becoming the first woman to hold the post in Barbados. The swearing-in ceremony took place...

Roach ruled out of second test against Sri Lanka

West Indies made two changes to their team for the second Test against Sri Lanka at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, which bowled off...

Jacqueline Williams named for Women’s T20 World Cup Final at Lord’s

West Indian umpire Jacqueline Wiliams has been named to stand in the final of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Lord’s on...

LIVE: Barbados Grand Prix – Athlete Enrichment Panel Discussion

A Panel Discussion featuring Regional Olympians, a conversation with some of the Caribbean’s top athletes as they share insights and lessons to inspire the...
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Govt to expand dialysis capacity

Government will significantly expand the availability of facilities for Barbadians who have kidney disease and need regular diaslysis treatment. Minister of Health and Wellness Senator...

Sex offender given 15-year sentence

Fifteen years. That’s the starting sentence Matthew Orlando King got for having sexual intercourse with a 12-year-old girl ten years ago. Saying that she believed King...

MP tells of bank account blues

Government backbencher Dr William Duguid has complained that it takes too long to open a bank account in Barbados. He is suggesting that a colloquium...

Plans for small business centre

Young entrepreneurs in the St Michael South constituency could soon have a dedicated space to develop their skills as Government moves ahead with plans...

Mya celebrating miracle of life

Back in February 1998 she was given 24 to 48 hours to live. Her parents, Reverend Trevor and Eslyne Daniel, were told to call...
 

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Haynesville house destroyed by fire, man in custody

A house in Haynesville, St James burnt to the ground this morning and a man taken into custody. Firefighters responded to the scene after the...

Griffith offers housing ideas

With more than 4 000 Barbadians reportedly seeking housing solutions, Democratic Labour Party (DLP) spokesman on housing, infrastructure and transport, Ian Griffith, is nailing...

Central Bank sues over alleged $20 million cheque fraud

The Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago has filed a High Court lawsuit seeking to recover nearly $18.8 million in connection with what it...

Scotland hang on for first World Cup win since 1990 with 1-0 victory over Haiti

Scotland, roared on by their Tartan Army of travelling fans, savoured ​their first World Cup win in 36 years on Saturday when they edged past Haiti for a...

Plea to ‘pirate’ drivers, passengers

Motorists using private vehicles to transport paying passengers could be placing themselves and their passengers at serious financial risk. The warning has come from chief...

Governor: Economy needs modern system

BiMPay has been described as a special piece of financial infrastructure that will modernise how Barbadians send, receive and access money. It came from Central...

PM Mottley pays tribute to Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox following sudden passing

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has paid tribute to Chief Fisheries Officer Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox, describing her sudden passing as a profound loss for...

Chief Fisheries Officer Dr Shelly-Ann Cox passes away

Chief Fisheries Officer Dr Shelly-Ann Cox has passed away. The Nation understands she collapsed today during the Open Day at Weston Fish Market, Weston, St...

Legacy in motion

As Barbados Port Inc. marks 65 years of service, this commemorative feature celebrates the people, progress and purpose that have shaped one of the...

PM hails BiMPay as step toward digital economy after first transaction

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has described the launch of Barbados’ new instant payment platform, BiMPay, as a transformative step toward a fully digital...