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Bajan sent to the UK

A Barbadian man who was wanted in the United Kingdom on an alleged sexual assault more than 20 years ago was extradited last Friday. Former...

Goddard on multiple charges in the Northern Division

Roshawn Ricardo Dacosta Goddard pleaded guilty to theft of a cow and is now awaiting a pre-sentencing report. Goddard, 21, of Date Tree Hill, St...

Man charged with murder and rape of a minor

A 21-year-old Christ Church man is scheduled to appear in court this morning, charged with murder and rape of a minor. He is Shazan Deron...

Iran wants control over some shipping in Strait of Hormuz

Dubai – Iran wants control over inbound shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and visibility over outbound traffic, with the ability to ​intervene if...
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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...

Pakistan in control

Port-of-Spain – A superb batting display by Abdullah Shafique and Babar Azam have left Pakistan in firm control of the second Test against West...

Economic growth slows for Barbados

Barbados’ economy has now expanded for 21 consecutive quarters. However, with international uncertainty – especially the war in the Middle East taking a toll –...

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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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Barbados Pride chasing prize of US$100,000 in low-key Super50 cricket final

The Barbados Pride men’s senior national cricket team will face Trinidad and Tobago Red Force in the final of the regional Super50 tournament on...

Molasses: A sweet link to Independence

Gold, aquamarine and black are the colours for the month of November during which we celebrate independence. Therefore, I feel compelled to share some information...

Intervenor fails in High Court

A court application seeking more financial information from Barbados Light & Power Company (BL&PC) has been denied. Attorney Hal Gollop, KC, in association with Ralph...

US assisting with radar system in Tobago

Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has confirmed that the United States is installing a new radar system in Tobago to monitor activity within and beyond...

Soca Goes Gold 7 delivers

Soca Goes Gold 7, held last Saturday night, delivered exactly what its name promised: a golden night of sweet soca. From as early as 8 p.m.,...

T&T’s first Para sailor set for World Championships

In a landmark moment for Caribbean sport, Trinidad and Tobago will be represented at a World Sailing Championship for the first time in the...

Trump says US will pause migration from ‘third-world countries’

US President Donald Trump has threatened to escalate his crackdown on immigration - pledging to "permanently pause migration" to the US from all "third...

Traffic changes in effect for Drag Fest 2025 along ABC Highway

The Barbados Association of Dragsters and Drifters (BADD) will hold its Caribbean Motor Racing Festival on Saturday, November 29, and Monday, December 1. The...

Patrina Jordan arrested on handling stolen property charges

Patrina Laurel Jordan, 40, of Lot 2 Boscobelle Terrace, St. Peter, was arrested by police and formally charged with handling stolen property. Jordan faces two...

Man charged with handling stolen property

Update Dennis Rohan Husbands, 38, of Bakers, St. Peter, was arrested by police and formally charged with handling stolen property between November 6 and 21,...