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Mottley: Barbados will continue to seek reparatory justice

Barbadians will soon be able to pursue postgraduate studies that place emphasis on reparations. As part of her statement on Emancipation Day today, Prime Minister...

Sada Williams wins Commonwealth silver

Sada Williams delivered Barbados’ first medal of the Commonwealth Games, with a hard-fought silver in the women’s 400 metres in Glasgow, Scotland, earlier today. The...

All-day Emancipation celebrations

This year's Emancipation celebration began with a drum call, dance and fire breathing. From around 8:15 a.m., the four groups converged at JTC Ramsay Circle,...

AC rides “Legends” to calypso crown

Adrian “AC” Clarke is the new calypso monarch of Barbados. AC won his fourth title with 330 points, performing the immensely popular Legends From 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...

Man was ’keeping firearm for old lady’

He was doing an old lady a favour by keeping her gun and he forgot he had it in his safe. This was the explanation...

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...

Sada Williams wins Commonwealth silver

Sada Williams delivered Barbados’ first medal of the Commonwealth Games, with a hard-fought silver in the women’s 400 metres in Glasgow, Scotland, earlier today. The...

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 –...

AM Best upgrades Sagicor

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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Small Craft Advisory remains in effect for Barbados

A Small Craft Advisory remains in effect as strong winds continue to affect the island and surrounding marine areas. The Barbados Meteorological Services issued the...

Intervenor Watson challenges BL&P’s $79m FTC filing

The Barbados Light & Power Company’s (BLPC) bid to recover nearly $79 million from electricity consumers is being challenged by intervenor and consumer advocate...

US and Iran begin talks on initial peace deal in Switzerland

US and Iranian officials have arrived in Switzerland for direct talks after signing an initial agreement to end the war last week. The deal includes...

IDB provides funds to help Barbados strengthen energy security

 The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) says its Board of Executive Directors has approved a Policy-Based Programmatic Loan (PBP) of US$150 million to strengthen energy...

No involvement in baby ‘plot’, says Air Peace

Air Peace Management is stating that it has no involvement in any advertisements, social media campaigns, or online promotions encouraging pregnant women to travel...

West Indies close in on semi-final spot with victory over Sri Lanka

West Indies moved one step closer to the semi-finals of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup as they steamrolled Sri Lanka on Sunday morning....

‘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...