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Central Bank: Viral BiMPay voice note is false

The Central Bank of Barbados says it is aware of a voice note currently circulating on WhatsApp containing false and misleading claims about Barbados'...

Dominica targets 100 000 population with New Renewal Initiative

ROSEAU –  The Dominica government says it will establish a National Population Renewal and Global Dominican Engagement Programme as part of  the policy towards...

Some reap strong Crop Over sales 

Some stores in The City reaped a bountiful Crop Over as party-goers outfitted themselves in the latest styles and fashion for the season of celebration. At City...

Senator: Too many working without contracts

Government Senator Roshanna Trim believes that too many workers in Barbados “are still falling through the cracks because theylack contracts”. She voiced concern about 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...

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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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Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire at Swiss ski resort bar, police say

CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland - Dozens of people were killed and around 100 injured, most of them seriously, after fire tore through a crowded bar during...

New Year Message 2026: From NUPW

Fellow workers, brothers and sisters of the NUPW, and the wider Public Service.  As we welcome the start of a new year, I extend warm...

New Year Message 2026: From BWU

Comrades and friends, As the Barbados Workers’ Union marches toward 85, we do so grounded in the wisdom of our past and strengthened by the...

New Year Message 2026: From Credit Union League

Protecting members while preparing for tomorrow As we bring 2025 to a close, I extend warm greetings to Barbadians at home and abroad, and especially...

New Year Message 2026: From President of NOW Barbados

As Barbados enters a new year, the President of the National Organisation of Women (NOW) Barbados is calling for renewed national commitment to advancing...

New Year Message 2026: From BHTA

As we welcome the start of a new year, I extend warm New Year’s greetings to the members of the Barbados Hotel and Tourism...

New Year Message 2026: From BCCI

Happy New Year to our members, stakeholders, and the wider business community. As we begin 2026, resilience will be our guiding principle. By making disciplined...

New Year Message 2026: From Prime Minister Mottley

Fellow Barbadians, residents and visitors, as the old year yields to the new, I join you with a full heart, steady faith and a...

Transport Board welcomes 35 new electric buses

Barbados’ public transportation system received a major boost today with the arrival of 35 new electric buses. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport and...

Traffic changes announced for We Gatherin’ Last Lap Street Party

Motorists are being advised of traffic changes in Bridgetown this evening to facilitate the We Gatherin’ Last Lap Street Party along the Princess Alice...