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Central Bank: Viral BiMPay voice note is false

The Central Bank of Barbados says it is aware of a voice note currently circulating on WhatsApp containing false and misleading claims about Barbados'...

Dominica targets 100 000 population with New Renewal Initiative

ROSEAU –  The Dominica government says it will establish a National Population Renewal and Global Dominican Engagement Programme as part of  the policy towards...

Some reap strong Crop Over sales 

Some stores in The City reaped a bountiful Crop Over as party-goers outfitted themselves in the latest styles and fashion for the season of celebration. At City...

Senator: Too many working without contracts

Government Senator Roshanna Trim believes that too many workers in Barbados “are still falling through the cracks because theylack contracts”. She voiced concern about 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...

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...

WI miss out on series win

West Indies failed in their bid to secure a series win over Pakistan as the visitors roared back from defeat last week to easily...

Pakistan in control

Bajans borrowing more

Institutions and households are borrowing more money from financial institutions. They secured about $264 million in loans during the six-month period ended June 30, the...

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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Businessman Mirchandani passes on

RAM MIRCHANDANI, the man behind the husband and wife team which owned and operated the R Group of Companies in Barbados for decades, has...

Pope Francis passes away on Easter Monday at age 88

Pope Francis, a voice for the poor who overcame fierce resistance to reshape the Catholic Church, died on Easter Monday at the age of...

Ukraine reports nearly 3,000 violations of Russia’s own Easter ceasefire vow

MOSCOW/KYIV, April 20 (Reuters) - Russia and Ukraine blamed each other on Sunday for breaking a one-day Easter ceasefire declared by President Vladimir Putin, with both...

Three-car smash-up in Payne’s Bay

There are reports of a three-car smash-up along Highway 1 in Payne’s Bay, St James. Police are currently on the scene.

Fogging Schedule: April 22 to 25

The Ministry of Health and Wellness’ fogging exercises will continue this week in St Thomas and St George. There will be no fogging on Monday,...

PM Mottley calls for unity and renewal in Easter message

Prime Minister of Barbados, The Honourable Mia Amor Mottley, S.C., M.P., has issued an Easter Sunday message to the nation, encouraging Barbadians to embrace...

Haynes jump for gold under protest 

By Ezra Stuart In Trinidad Update - Haynes was rewarded bronze —————————————————————— IT’S A WAIT and see to determine whether Barbados’ Under-20 long jumper Teon Haynes will be...

Shooting in Parish Land

Police are investigating a report of a shooting incident in Parish Land, Christ Church. The incident occurred around 9:35 p.m. on Saturday, April 19, 2025....

Keeping kite-making tradition alive

Kites, mostly of the traditional kind, are catching the eye of passers-by at Peterson’s One-Stop Kite Shop in Martindale’s Road, St Michael. Owner of the...

DHL suspends high value US deliveries over tariffs

DHL Express is suspending deliveries to the US worth more than $800 (£603) because of a "significant increase" in red tape at customs following...