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Wanted: Kevin Stephan Peterson & Nashon Egbbert Moses
The Barbados Police Service (TBPS) is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Kevin Stephan Peterson, 36, and Nashon Egbert Moses, 38, who are wanted for questioning in connection with serious...
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Two men found dead at Foul Bay identified
The two men found dead at Foul Bay Beach, St Philip, on Tuesday night have been identified as Javan Devere Burton, 33, of Ocean City, St. Philip, and Dejuan Amon Niles, 21, of Hopewell, Silver Sands,...
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From quarry to green hub: Walker’s Reserve leads change
One of Barbados’ most ambitious climate resilience projects, Walkers Reserve, is taking root in the Scotland District, where a former sand quarry has been transformed into the Caribbean’s largest...
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PSV welcomes release of $3M to begin clean energy transition
Public Service Vehicle (PSV) operators have welcomed the release of $3 million in government financing to help them begin transitioning to cleaner, more energy-efficient vehicles—a move they say has...
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Wanted man turns himself in to police
Nashon Egbert Moses, who was the subject of a ‘wanted’ bulletin on Wednesday, is now in police custody. According to a statement from The Barbados Police Service (TBPS), the 38-year-old resident of...
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Authorities brushing up grooming policy after public concerns
A growing public outcry over students’ appearance in schools has prompted the Ministry of Education to revisit its grooming policy, while the minister overseeing educational transformation said he is...
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Energy drink distributor slammed for ‘environmental neglect’
Environmentalist Kammie Holder has launched a scathing attack on the importer of a popular Jamaican energy drink, accusing the company of flouting environmental laws and neglecting its corporate social...
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As energy entities merge, workers assured no job losses
The government’s push toward a 100 per cent renewable energy future advanced significantly on Tuesday with the long-awaited launch of the Barbados National Energy Company Limited (BNECL), a...
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Calls drop: Crime Stoppers reports sharp drop in crime tips
Anonymous crime reporting in Barbados has plummeted over the past two years, sparking concerns amid a spate of violent crime, particularly gun-related incidents, Barbados TODAY can reveal. The...
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Students to be consulted before new Education Act reaches Parliament
In a significant shift towards student-led policy-making, students are to help rewrite the 1983 Education Act to reflect contemporary challenges and opportunities, Minister of Educational...
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Education ministry pledges overhaul with customer service training, digitisation
The Ministry of Education is set to introduce mandatory customer service training for staff and complete digitisation of its systems to improve how it interacts with parents, teachers, organisations...
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Industry needs national push to secure future – BAS CEO
The time is right for another nationwide campaign to follow up one launched two decades ago to boost domestic pork consumption, the chief executive of the Barbados Agricultural Society, James Paul, has...
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Walkers Reserve launches landmark osprey nesting platform
Conservation efforts in Barbados soared to new heights on Wednesday with the unveiling of the island’s first-ever osprey nesting and monitoring platform, a significant development in the regional fight...
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Donation Nation turns pre-loved items into over $100K for charities
Ten local charities received financial contributions totaling just over $100 000 from the Future Centre Trust on Wednesday, thanks to proceeds generated by Donation Nation—a charity shop that...
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From quarry to green hub: Walker’s Reserve leads change
One of Barbados’ most ambitious climate resilience projects, Walkers Reserve, is taking root in the Scotland District, where a former sand quarry has been transformed into the Caribbean’s largest...
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QEH showcases healthcare careers to tackle staff shortages
In a move to attract young new talent, the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) opened its grounds to secondary school students for a career showcase on Wednesday. The fair was designed to address critical...
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Artisan calls for cultural workshops to boost visitor experience
Barbados’ vibrant cultural heritage could soon take centre stage in its tourism industry, thanks to a visionary proposal by woodwork artist Tito Clarke. By turning artisan workshops into interactive...
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Family of Foul Bay stabbing victim in shock
Family members and friends of 31-year-old Javan Burton are in mourning following his death in a stabbing incident at Long Bay, St. Philip, over the weekend. When Barbados TODAY visited the home he...
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Student leadership in policy: a transformative move – if done right
“I f there is one thing that must endure, it is the conversation with our young people. It is easy for older policymakers to make policy for young people as opposed to making policy with young people....
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Hangman Hill to Bridgefield Village roadwork begins Monday
The long-awaited road reconstruction of Highway 2 from Hangman Hill to Bridgefield Village in St Thomas will start on Monday, April 7. The project, which is being carried out by Infra Construction...
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