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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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‘Scheme’ to get Bajan passport

Behind the closed doors of some upscale AirBnBs across Barbados, a hidden industry is quietly taking root. “They all look pregnant and we heard babies...

Today’s World Cup Results

Ecuador 0, Curacao 0 Curacao claimed their first ever World Cup point after a remarkable performance from goalkeeper Eloy Room repelled a wasteful Ecuador side. Miami...

Central Bank making next week’s salaries a priority

One day after members of the public experienced delays with their salary at banks and credit unions, The Central Bank of Barbados says next...

Dwight Rouse passes away after illness

One of Barbados’ best and most beloved basketball players has passed away. Dwight Rouse, 66, who represented the country before switching gears to coaching died...

Flash flood watch in effect as tropical wave affects Barbados

The Barbados Meteorological Services issued a flash flood watch today as excessive rainfall could generate flooding across low-lying areas the island. These conditions are predicted...

Speeding Jamaican fined and deported

by Sandra Downes A Jamaican national, who appeared in the Holetown Magistrates’ Court on traffic violations earlier this month, has been fined and deported. Shavar Lashane...

Mikey and Blood have double shot at Party Monarch

Michael ‘Mikey’ Mercer and Mr Blood are the only artistes who have made it to finals of both segments of the Banks Party Monarch...

‘Locals First’

Barbados has been making sure citizens of the country are not losing out on employment opportunities. The assertion came yesterday from the country’s Chief Immigration...

NCF mourns passing of Sir Charles Emile Straker

The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) has joined the nation in mourning the passing of Sir Emile Straker, describing him as a national cultural treasure...

Central Bank explains salary payment delays amid BiMPay rollout

The Central Bank of Barbados has sought to reassure workers affected by delayed salary payments, stating that the issue is not a failure of...