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Sir Garfield Sobers: A life well lived

From humble beginnings in Barbados to becoming one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket history, Sir Garfield Sobers lived a remarkable life defined by...

Todd Blanche narrowly confirmed as new US Attorney General

United States President Donald Trump’s former personal lawyer Todd Blanche has been narrowly confirmed as attorney general – the nation’s top law enforcement official. The...

Bahamas to review work permit process

Nassau – The Bahamas government says it will conduct a review examining labour certificate applications and employment data. “The purpose of this review is to...

Dream Mas Nightmare

What was supposed to be a dream jump up for hundreds of Grand Kadooment revellers turned into a nightmare after many were left without costumes, scrambling...
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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...

Proposal to rename Bay Primary after Sir Garry

There is a proposal for Bay Primary School to be renamed in honour of late National Hero Sir Garfield Sobers, and it has the...

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...

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Sir Garfield Sobers: A life well lived

From humble beginnings in Barbados to becoming one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket history, Sir Garfield Sobers lived a remarkable life defined by...

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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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Anguilla elects first female Premier as AUF secures landslide victory

Anguilla has elected its first female Premier, Cora Richardson-Hodge, following a decisive victory by the Anguilla United Front (AUF) in the general elections held...

US intelligence head ‘not told’ about UK’s secret Apple data demand

Tulsi Gabbard, the director of US National Intelligence, says she was not informed in advance about the UK government's demand to be able to...

A sign of Govt cracks, says Thorne

Tuesday's Cabinet reshuffle is a sign of cracks in the foundations of the current administration, says Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne. Pointing to what he said...

Proposal to revamp FSC laws

A legislative revamp is on the cards for the Financial Services Commission (FSC) which regulates about 1 300 entities. FSC chief executive officer Warrick Ward...

Gene Hackman and his wife found dead at their home

Oscar-winning US actor Gene Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog have been found dead at their home in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In...

DLP criticises latest Cabinet reshuffle within the Ministry of Education

The Democratic Labour Party (DLP) has expressed strong concerns over what it describes as ongoing instability within the Ministry of Education, following the government’s...

Mechanic found dead under vehicle

Police are investigating the unnatural death of a 67-year-old mechanic, Michael Eversley, who was found trapped under a vehicle at his residence in Charnocks...

Reid sworn in as Government Senator

Jonathan Reid, former Chief of Staff in the Prime Minister’s Office, was officially sworn in today as a senator and Minister of Innovation, Industry,...

Michelle Trachtenberg, Gossip Girl and Buffy actress, passes away

Michelle Trachtenberg, who rose to fame as a child star in the 1990s and 2000s, has died aged 39, the New York Police Department...

UPP calls for accountability amid Cabinet shake-up

The United Progressive Party (UPP) has described the recent Cabinet resignations, reassignments, and dismissals as a turning point for Barbados’ leadership, calling for greater...