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Sonia Boyce sworn in as Barbados’ first female Commissioner of Police

Sonia Boyce was sworn in today as Commissioner of Police, becoming the first woman to hold the post in Barbados. The swearing-in ceremony took place...

Roach ruled out of second test against Sri Lanka

West Indies made two changes to their team for the second Test against Sri Lanka at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, which bowled off...

Jacqueline Williams named for Women’s T20 World Cup Final at Lord’s

West Indian umpire Jacqueline Wiliams has been named to stand in the final of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Lord’s on...

LIVE: Barbados Grand Prix – Athlete Enrichment Panel Discussion

A Panel Discussion featuring Regional Olympians, a conversation with some of the Caribbean’s top athletes as they share insights and lessons to inspire the...
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Govt to expand dialysis capacity

Government will significantly expand the availability of facilities for Barbadians who have kidney disease and need regular diaslysis treatment. Minister of Health and Wellness Senator...

Sex offender given 15-year sentence

Fifteen years. That’s the starting sentence Matthew Orlando King got for having sexual intercourse with a 12-year-old girl ten years ago. Saying that she believed King...

MP tells of bank account blues

Government backbencher Dr William Duguid has complained that it takes too long to open a bank account in Barbados. He is suggesting that a colloquium...

Plans for small business centre

Young entrepreneurs in the St Michael South constituency could soon have a dedicated space to develop their skills as Government moves ahead with plans...

Mya celebrating miracle of life

Back in February 1998 she was given 24 to 48 hours to live. Her parents, Reverend Trevor and Eslyne Daniel, were told to call...
 

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PM Mottley travels to Jamaica for talks with U.S. Secretary of State

Prime Minister and current Chair of CARICOM, the Hon. Mia Amor Mottley, SC, MP, is set to travel to Jamaica today, March 26, 2025,...

Clarke BOA’s Icon of the Year

Diana “Didi” Clarke, renowned for her passion for equestrian teaching, unwavering commitment to coaching, and 50 years of dedicated service, has been awarded the...

State drops arson case against Campus Trendz killer

The state yesterday abandoned the arson case against Campus Trendz killer 32-year-old Jamar Dewayne Orlando Bynoe, who is serving six life sentences. Acting Director of...

BYDC calls for action after fatal shooting of 13-year-old

The Barbados Youth Development Council (BYDC) has expressed deep sorrow and outrage over the fatal shooting of a 13-year-old boy in Silver Hill, Christ...

Teenager fatally shot while watching netball game

A 13-year-old boy was shot and killed on Tuesday night while watching a netball game at the Silver Hill hardcourt. According to reports from the...

Two remanded on aggravated burglary charge

Two St. Michael men have been remanded to prison after being charged in connection with an aggravated burglary earlier this month. The Barbados Police Service...

Man charged with cannabis trafficking

A St. Michael man has been arrested and formally charged with multiple drug-related offences following a police operation conducted last week. The Barbados Police Service...

‘Early warnings help vital’

Senior Meteorologist at the Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS), Semelka Jackman has stressed the importance of collaborating with other entities to effectively disseminate early warnings...

U.S. Embassy issues warning on illegal immigration

The following statement was issued by Karin Sullivan, Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS, cautioning against...

Preconco workers on strike over pay and safety concerns

Workers at Preconco have downed tools in protest over what they describe as poor working conditions, safety violations, and wage disparities. The Barbados Workers’...