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Circus likely for Garrison

It appears as if the Suarez Circus is headed to the Garrison Savannah, St Michael. After days of speculation, Government officials and management of the...

100 digital stethoscopes donated to boost health care system

The Bridgetown-based American University of Barbados (AUB) School of Medicine has helped to boost the country’s healthcare system by donating 100 state-of-the-art digital stethoscopes. The...

Twin fires kill two, forcing hundreds to flee Greek island

Two people died and and hundreds were evacuated after two fires broke out "almost simultaneously" on a Greek island near Athens, fire officials said. About...

Escaped prisoner in custody

Tyrese Leroy Farrell, who was the subject of an “Escaped Prisoner” bulletin issued yesterday, is now in police custody. Farrell, alias “Twin”, of Ealing Park...
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100 digital stethoscopes donated to boost health care system

The Bridgetown-based American University of Barbados (AUB) School of Medicine has helped to boost the country’s healthcare system by donating 100 state-of-the-art digital stethoscopes. The...

Thief given chance at drug rehab

St Elias Charles got that one opportunity he claimed he never got – a chance at drug rehabilitation. “We’re taking a chance on him because...

Death penalty could apply under new bill

Barbadians convicted of domestic terrorism that results in a death could face the death penalty or life imprisonment, Attorney General Wilfred Abrahams told the...

Kingsmen chase down record score to get first CPL win

Jamaica Kingsmen had their first win of the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) when they outplayed Trinbago Knight Riders on Saturday night at...

Receiver invites bid for Solar Dynamics assets

Long-standing Barbados manufacturer Solar Dynamics Limited, an internationally-recognised pioneer of solar water heating technology, is facing an uncertain future. The assets of the company, which...

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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US charges Cuba’s Raúl Castro with murder 

The US has charged former Cuban leader Raúl Castro with conspiracy to kill US nationals and other crimes over the downing of two planes...

Humphrey: Move afoot to right a wrong

Government is attempting to right a wrong that disadvantage those working more than one job when it comes to social security benefits, says Minister...

Haynesville stabbing victim identified

The man who died in an altercation at Haynesville, St. James, yesterday, was identified by a relative as Andre Sylvester Maynard. Initial police investigations showed...

Straughn: Bajans benefiting from economic growth

Minister of Finance Ryan Straughn has disagreed with statements that Barbadians are not benefiting from the economic growth being driven by a strong tourism...

Govt making room for more aircraft

With airlift to Barbados expanding, Government is moving to accommodate more aircraft at the Grantley Adams International Airport (GAIA). Minister of Tourism and International Transport...

Sagicor ‘upbeat despite loss of US$34m’

Seasonal mortality, US$49 million in market losses, and one-time charges have resulted in a US$34.4 million first-quarter net loss for Sagicor Financial Company Ltd...

Axioms Of Choice lit up stage

by DONNA SEALY Axioms Of Choice wasn’t only a dazzling showcase of dance. It was a celebration of rhythm, colour, history, culture and testimony. The Dance Portfolio,...

DPP: Beware of mock lawyers

The island’s top prosecutor has added his voice to the debate surrounding the use of those not legally trained, as he dealt with a...

WHO warns Ebola numbers will rise further

The World Health Organization (WHO) says there have now been 600 suspected cases of Ebola and 139 suspected deaths, with numbers expected to rise...

Celtics cry foul

by JAMEEL SPRINGER Hours before Game 1 of the league finals of the Barbados Amateur Basketball Association (BABA) best-of-five series at the Wildey Gymnasium last night,...