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West Indies’ big win over Pakistan dedicated to Sir Garfield Sobers

West Indies defeated Pakistan by 90 runs to record a magnificent Test match win in honour of the late great Sir Garfield Sobers, National...

Plot to assassinate T&T PM and other officials spans multiple jurisdictions

Port of Spain – Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar says the alleged plot to assassinate her and senior members of her government has widened significantly...

MISSING: Kemera Murray

Thirteen-year-old Kemera Murray has been reported missing, last seen on Tuesday, July 21 in the area of North Close Wildey, St Michael. Murray, who lives...

WANTED:  Tyrese Leroy Farrell

Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Tyrese Leroy Farrell alias ‘Twin”, who is wanted for questioning in connection with serious criminal matters.  Farrell,...
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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...

No more extensions for gun offender

He was recovering from surgery and unable to work. That was the explanation given yesterday by first-time gun offender Rawle Anthony Caesar as he sought...

Govt should fast track legal opinion, says DLP

Government should be moving with urgency to get a legal opinion on the deduction authorisation for public officers that is creating anxiety among hundreds...

West Indies’ big win over Pakistan dedicated to Sir Garfield Sobers

West Indies defeated Pakistan by 90 runs to record a magnificent Test match win in honour of the late great Sir Garfield Sobers, National...

Port reforms ‘could save $19m’

The Barbados Chamber Of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) is calling for a more collaborative and evidence-based response so that Barbadians can benefit from a...

AM Best upgrades Sagicor

Fees fuel bank profits

Centenarian’s life ‘a blessing’

It is not usual to find a centenarian still be married, but Esther Lilian Wickham certainly is. At their Cadogan Road, Grazettes, St Michael home...
 

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GDP ratio ‘still high’

Fitch has changed its outlook for Barbados from stable to positive and affirmed the country’s B+ credit rating on the basis of Government’s improved...

PM Mottley pays tribute to veteran broadcaster Doug Hoyte

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has joined the many Barbadians paying tribute to veteran broadcaster Doug Hoyte, who passed away on Wednesday night. Below is...

Kiwanis Club conference postponed due to bad weather

The Kiwanis Club of Barbados North has postponed its President’s Conference, which was scheduled to take place this evening at The Club Barbados Resort...

Flash-Flood Watch in effect for Barbados

A flash-flood watch has been issued for Barbados as Tropical Storm Jerry continues to move north of the island, bringing gusty winds, intermittent moderate...

Media fraternity mourns veteran broadcaster Doug Hoyte

Veteran broadcaster and former general manager of the Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), Doug Hoyte, passed away last night. His death has prompted an outpouring of...

‘Too much’ imported sugar

Minister of Agriculture Indar Weir says too much sugar is being imported, a situation which he says is being monitored by his ministry. “I would...

Indian nationals caught with fake passports in Grenada after arriving from Trinidad and Tobago

 Five Indian nationals who arrived in Grenada via a flight from Trinidad’s Piarco International Airport using fake passports were ordered removed from the island. However,...

ChatGPT image snares suspect in deadly Pacific Palisades fire

A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of starting the Pacific Palisades fire in Los Angeles that killed 12 people and destroyed more...

Economy ‘to grow slower’

Barbados’ economy is expected to slow to 2.0 per cent growth in 2026 and 2027, marking the end of its strong post-pandemic rebound and...

Icons a boost for Pride 

Barbados and West Indies cricket icons The Most Honourable Desmond Haynes and Joel Garner are expected to form part of the Barbados Pride’s think...