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Circus likely for Garrison

It appears as if the Suarez Circus is headed to the Garrison Savannah, St Michael. After days of speculation, Government officials and management of the...

100 digital stethoscopes donated to boost health care system

The Bridgetown-based American University of Barbados (AUB) School of Medicine has helped to boost the country’s healthcare system by donating 100 state-of-the-art digital stethoscopes. The...

Twin fires kill two, forcing hundreds to flee Greek island

Two people died and and hundreds were evacuated after two fires broke out "almost simultaneously" on a Greek island near Athens, fire officials said. About...

Escaped prisoner in custody

Tyrese Leroy Farrell, who was the subject of an “Escaped Prisoner” bulletin issued yesterday, is now in police custody. Farrell, alias “Twin”, of Ealing Park...
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100 digital stethoscopes donated to boost health care system

The Bridgetown-based American University of Barbados (AUB) School of Medicine has helped to boost the country’s healthcare system by donating 100 state-of-the-art digital stethoscopes. The...

Thief given chance at drug rehab

St Elias Charles got that one opportunity he claimed he never got – a chance at drug rehabilitation. “We’re taking a chance on him because...

Death penalty could apply under new bill

Barbadians convicted of domestic terrorism that results in a death could face the death penalty or life imprisonment, Attorney General Wilfred Abrahams told the...

Kingsmen chase down record score to get first CPL win

Jamaica Kingsmen had their first win of the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) when they outplayed Trinbago Knight Riders on Saturday night at...

Receiver invites bid for Solar Dynamics assets

Long-standing Barbados manufacturer Solar Dynamics Limited, an internationally-recognised pioneer of solar water heating technology, is facing an uncertain future. The assets of the company, which...

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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Road tennis juniors shine

It is a cosmic phenomenon to see stars when the midday sun is blazing in all of its glory but that rarity was witnessed...

Gas price hike puzzles drivers

Barbadian motorists are once again digging deeper into their pockets as fuel prices climb, despite global oil markets heading in the opposite direction.  The Ministry...

Close to 150 000 get Solidarity Allowance so far

Close to 150 000 individuals have received the Solidarity Allowance says Minister in the Ministry of Finance Ryan Straughn. He gave that update as he...

Blackman gets warm welcome on first day

There was a wave of support for new Member of Parliament for St James North Chad Blackman just before he took his first steps...

Matthews moves up ICC rankings with stellar showing

West Indies captain Hayley Matthews has moved up to a career-best-equalling second position in the ICC Women’s T20I Batting Rankings after superb performances against...

Barbados positioned to lead disaster relief with launch of Regional Logistics Hub

The newly launched Caribbean Regional Logistics Hub and Centre of Excellence will be critical in saving lives, said Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley. After the...

World Cup kings of 1975 to be honoured in Barbados

The West Indies cricket heroes of the 1975 Cricket World Cup will be honoured at a gala ceremony to mark the 50thgolden anniversary of...

Closure of courts at Holetown

The Holetown Magistrates’ Court Complex, Holetown, St James, is now closed to all business due to maintenance work currently being conducted at the building. The...

Hayley stars again; but Windies lose again

Hayley Matthews had another outstanding performance for West Indies Women, but it went in vain as they folded to England Women by 17 runs...

Man accused of robbing, wounding pensioner remanded to Dodds

The man accused of robbing and wounding pensioner Jeffrey Barrow on Belmont Road, was remanded when he appeared in the District “A” Magistrates’ Court...