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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...

No plans to raise bottle refund

Any attempt to increase the amount of money refunded for bottles will only negatively affect the cost of living. This is according to Minister of...

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'...
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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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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...

Body found in Laynes Road, Christ Church

Update The body found in a grassy area at Maxwell, Christ Church yesterday was identified by a relative as that of Nicholas Narad Eastmond of...

Shooting in Black Rock

Update One man was confirmed injured following a shooting incident at the gas station at the junction of Deacons Road and Black Rock, St Michael,...

CDB providing grant funding for region’s cultural and creative industries

The Barbados-based Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) says it is providing a grant of US$190,000 to support the hosting of regional events and conferences that...

Bethell wants to seal No.3 spot in England’s Test side

Having played a major role in helping England secure their first Test match win in Australia in 11 years, Barbadian Jacob Bethell has his...

Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of John F Kennedy, dies aged 35

Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of former US President John F Kennedy, has died aged 35. Her family announced her death in a social media post...

Restaurants, hotels have heavy schedule for Old Year’s Night

Those with hopes of finding a reservation for Old Year’s Night celebrations will have to move quickly as many restaurants and hotels are reporting...

Life of misery in leaking house

Jacqueline Lloyd intended to spend Monday celebrating her 61st birthday, but it rained on her parade. Instead, she found herself cleaning out her waterlogged, dilapidated...