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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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High energy for launch of Oistins Festival

The launch of this year’s Oistins Festival was an energy-filled affair as Barbados was again encouraged to “Catch the Culture”. The annual event began with...

New buses set to roll out on May 1

The Transport Board’s newly acquired electric buses are being prepared at the Mangrove facility in St Philip ahead of their scheduled deployment date of...

Bishop Scantlebury issues Easter message of hope

As Barbados marks the Easter season—a time traditionally associated with renewal and reflection—the head of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgetown, The Most Reverend...

Barbados Christian Council Chairman calls for reflection, renewal in Easter message

The Chairman of the Barbados Christian Council, the Rev. Dr. Cicely Athill-Horsford, has issued a stirring Easter message urging Barbadians to embrace the spirit...

Caricom states get tariff break

Barbados and other CARICOM countries are being spared the much-feared fallout from a United States (US) government plan to impose millions of dollars in...

Carney pledges tax cuts and defense spending in Canada election platform

TORONTO –  Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's campaign platform plans released on Saturday include tax cuts and new spending on infrastructure and defense, as...

Wickham says dropping Lashley for Clarke a ‘bad move’

A bad move that shows up Ralph Thorne’s lack of political understanding and a decision that creates an opening for the Prime Minister to...

Barbados off to encouraging start at Carifta Aquatics

Barbados made an encouraging start to the 38th edition of the CARIFTA Aquatic Championships, with several swimmers advancing to the finals after strong performances...

Chinese robots compete in first world humanoid half-marathon

Hong Kong –  If the idea of robots taking on humans in a road race conjures dystopian images of android athletic supremacy, then fear...

Putin declares 30-hour Easter truce with Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday declared a 30-hour Easter truce with Ukraine through Sunday night, which Ukraine's President described as trying to "play with human...