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Central Bank: Viral BiMPay voice note is false

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The Central Bank of Barbados says it is aware of a voice note currently circulating on WhatsApp containing false and misleading claims about Barbados'...
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Dominica targets 100 000 population with New Renewal Initiative

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

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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...
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Senator: Too many working without contracts

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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

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Almost two months after launching its Fuelling Hope Blood Drive, CG United has expanded its support for the National Blood Collecting Centre, reinforcing efforts...

Research must drive better health care

BAMP: Take that back, Santia

No cases of cyclosporiasis in Barbados, says Ministry of Health

Site checks the norm, says Ishmael

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Eight years for gun and bullets

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Zico Renaldo Williams was jailed for eight years last Friday as a High Court judge declared a fine was not appropriate for his gun...

Man was ’keeping firearm for old lady’

Old sex cases brought forward

No more extensions for gun offender

Man to pay $15 000 for home-made gun

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Bill puts light on business owners

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Government is seeking to tighten oversight of companies operating in Barbados through new legislation designed to expose the real owners behind businesses, strengthen corporate...

Govt should fast track legal opinion, says DLP

Jordan wants more mentorship programmes

Govt finalising debt swap for health

DLP calls for action on flooding along KNR Husbands Highway

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WI miss out on series win

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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 defeat West Indies to level Test series

Pakistan in control

English FA to withdraw support of Infantino

Greaves keeps Windies alive again

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Bajans borrowing more

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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...

Economic growth slows for Barbados

Port reforms ‘could save $19m’

Celebrating 70 Years of supporting Barbadian businesses

Heat drives rush for ACs, fans

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Centenarian Eunice celebrates with family

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Eunice Kirton, one of Barbados’ newest centenarians, celebrated her 100th birthday on July 20, surrounded by the large family she raised and the community...

Centenarian’s life ‘a blessing’

CG ups support for blood collection

50 years championing a cause

Mya celebrating miracle of life

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Oldest active NASA astronaut returning to earth on his 70th birthday

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NASA astronaut Don Pettit will return to Earth from the International Space Station Saturday, alongside his two Russian cosmonaut colleagues. Pettit, Alexey Ovchinin and Ivan Vagner are expected...
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Georgie Porgie passes at 70

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Barbados’ own Clown Prince of calypso George Georgie Porgie Scantlebury passed away last week at age 70. The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) paid tribute to...
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CJ’s way to fix backlog

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Chief Justice Leslie Haynes says better facilities and accurate data are required if the magistrates’ courts are to clear the backlog of cases. He maintains...
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Five undocumented Caribbean nationals arrested at construction site in Puerto Rico

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VEGA BAJA – The United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency says its agents have arrested five undocumented Caribbean nationals at a construction...
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Over 60 boats ‘still need repairs’

Tre Greaves -
Nine months after Hurricane Beryl decimated hundreds of fishing boats, over 60 vessels still have to be repaired. Similarly, the breakwater at the Bridgetown Fisheries...
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CEO: Airport upgrades to begin by yearend

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Plans for the expansion and modernisation of Grantley Adams International Airport (GAIA) will get under way by the end of the 2025 financial year. This...
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‘Youth need ways to earn’

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As Barbados recorded its 17th murder for the year – months before the halfway mark – behavioural expert Professor Dwayne Devonish is warning that...
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Forensics lab ‘vital’

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Not having a fully functioning forensics lab could be stifling and prolonging criminal investigations, says clinical forensic and emergency medicine expert Dr La-Tonia Arthur. She...
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DJ Master Thorny stays on the beat

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Working as a deejay comes with a lot of juggling. However, Micah Master Thorny Thornhill does his best to make sure he stays on the...
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Two Bajans in Chess World Cup

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PORT OF SPAIN – The Barbadian duo of International Master Orlando Husbands and Women’s Fide Master Hannah Wilson created history recently by winning the...
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