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Bajan expedited to the UK

A Barbadian man who was wanted in the United Kingdom on an alleged sexual assault more than 20 years ago was extradited last Friday. Former...

Goddard on multiple charges in the Northern Division

Roshawn Ricardo Dacosta Goddard pleaded guilty to theft of a cow and is now awaiting a pre-sentencing report. Goddard, 21, of Date Tree Hill, St...

Man charged with murder and rape of a minor

A 21-year-old Christ Church man is scheduled to appear in court this morning, charged with murder and rape of a minor. He is Shazan Deron...

Iran wants control over some shipping in Strait of Hormuz

Dubai – Iran wants control over inbound shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and visibility over outbound traffic, with the ability to ​intervene if...
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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...

Pakistan in control

Port-of-Spain – A superb batting display by Abdullah Shafique and Babar Azam have left Pakistan in firm control of the second Test against West...

Economic growth slows for Barbados

Barbados’ economy has now expanded for 21 consecutive quarters. However, with international uncertainty – especially the war in the Middle East taking a toll –...

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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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Vybz Kartel touches down in Barbados for Rum launch

Jamaican dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel was met by adoring fans and sponsors today after he landed on Barbadian soil. Kartel who recently won the MOBO...

Update: Missing girl Tylah Carter found

Twelve-year-old Tylah Shaniyah Faith Carter, who was reported missing, has been found. The Barbados Police Service confirmed that Carter was traced this evening at 3:50...

Harrow clinches victory at Sandy Lane Barbados Gold Cup

Harrow with Jockey Rasheed Hughes emerged victorious in the 2025 Sandy Lane Barbados Gold Cup today at The Garrison Savannah, securing his second championship...

Angie Stone, Grammy-nominated R&B artist, passes away at age 63

Angie Stone, a soul and R&B singer behind hits like “No More Rain (In This Cloud)” and “Wish I Didn’t Miss You,” died Saturday...

Two men charged with murder of O’Brian Dixon

Two Christ Church men have been remanded to prison after appearing in court today on charges related to the murder of O'Brian Dixon and...

Police seek help to find missing 12-year-old girl

Police are appealing to the public for assistance in locating 12-year-old Tylah Shaniyah Faith Carter, who has been reported missing. Carter, a student of the...

Poets raise their voices on current affairs

It was refreshingly welcoming to see almost 20 young Barbadian men and women reach deep for the correct words to weave narratives about the...

Good Shepherd march to double crown

Jordan’s Supermarket Good Shepherd Primary Jaguars defended their territory and emerged as double-crown champions yesterday of the Rubis Caribbean Andrea Blackett Zone for a second consecutive...

Hundreds of firings at key US climate agency — lawmaker

Hundreds of scientists and experts have been fired from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), a leading United States (US) agency responsible for...

PM Mottley extends Ramadan greetings, calls for stronger community ties

As Muslims in Barbados and around the world begin the observance of Ramadan, Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has issued a statement marking the...