De Peiza: BLP reactive, sloppy with crime
Former Democratic Labour Party (DLP) leader Verla De Peiza has accused the Barbados Labour Party administration of reactive politics and “sloppiness” in the face of rising gun violence and fear among...
View ArticleForecasters warn of busy hurricane season, predict surge in major storms
Barbadians were told to brace for a potentially active Atlantic hurricane season, with meteorologists predicting 17 named storms, nine hurricanes, and four major hurricanes June to November, according...
View ArticleDujon’s placement in St James North seen as strategic misstep favouring BLP
With less than 24 hours before voters in St James North head to the polls, political analysts are predicting a decisive victory for Barbados Labour Party (BLP) candidate Chad Blackman, while...
View ArticleDon’t let more than half of Graeme Hall Swamp go unprotected
The Land Conservancy Barbados compliments Mr Anthony DaSilva and the Barbados Wetland Trust on the restoration of Graeme Hall Nature Sanctuary. This is a big step forward in wetland conservation in...
View ArticleMinor one of two charged with string of school burglaries
Two boys – one 16 and the other 15 –are expected to appear before the Holetown Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday in connection with a series of burglaries at nine schools in the north of the island....
View ArticleMurder accused claims she was attacked before fatal struggle
Murder accused Haniyfa White told police she was beaten with a piece of iron before a violent struggle for a knife ended in the death of Julene Bryan. White, of Sion Hill, St James, is on trial for...
View ArticleWanted: Zahkari Alexis Nathaniel Neil
The Barbados Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 23-year-old Zahkari Alexis Nathaniel Neil who is wanted for questioning in connection with serious criminal matters. Neil,...
View ArticleBajans receive over $39m in Solidarity Allowance
More than $39 million has been disbursed to Barbadians under the government’s one-time Solidarity Allowance, Prime Minister Mia Mottley revealed on Sunday night, as she updated the country on the...
View ArticleTeens admit to school burglary spree
Two teenagers who admitted to committing a series of burglaries at schools in the north of the island have been remanded in custody pending sentencing. Jalanie Junior Jaquez Skinner, 16, of Coles Cave,...
View ArticleVoting underway in St James North by-election
Polling stations are open in St James North where residents are voting to elect a new Member of Parliament. From all reports so far, voting began smoothly at the seven polling stations across the...
View ArticleUpbeat West Indies eye strong start against Ireland
West Indies white-ball captain Shai Hope says the team is upbeat and looking forward to the opening One-Day International against Ireland here on Wednesday. Speaking in a pre-match press conference...
View ArticleMinister rejects claims foreign workers replacing Barbadians in building boom
Minister of Labour Colin Jordan on Tuesday pushed back against concerns that an increase in construction-related work permits may be sidelining Barbadian workers, insisting that the local construction...
View ArticleCall to use pensions for national growth
Barbados’ pension system needs reforming strategically to ensure contributions are used both to provide retirement income and drive national development, according to a senior investment official....
View ArticleLawyers question PM’s public comments on DPP decision in Kadooment shooting case
Prime Minister Mia Mottley has come under scrutiny from fellow members of the legal community for her public call for the Office of the Director of Prosecutions (DPP) to explain the withdrawal of...
View ArticleInvestors urged to adopt long-term strategy
Barbadian investors are being encouraged to “stay the course”, amid heightened economic uncertainty and market volatility, while taking a disciplined and informed approach. At the Sagicor Investor...
View ArticleImported pork choking local market, farmers seek relief
Barbados’ pig farmers are seeking urgent solutions as they grapple with mounting losses and an oversupply of imported meat choking the market. President of the Barbados Pig Farmers Association,...
View ArticleBiologists warn of ongoing threats to Graeme Hall Swamp despite sanctuary’s...
Environmental experts have welcomed the reopening of the Graeme Hall Nature Sanctuary but warn that urgent government action is needed to protect the wider Graeme Hall Swamp, much of which remains at...
View ArticleBACA not happy with quality of Bashment soca
President of the Barbados Association of Creatives and Artistes (BACA), Sean Apache Carter, has issued a strong call for improved standards and lyrical content in Bashment Soca, even as he acknowledged...
View ArticleBeekeeping on the rise as demand for local honey grows
From backyard boxes to buzzing business ventures, beekeeping in Barbados is on the rise, offering both a sustainable source of income and a critical service to the environment. With growing public...
View ArticleSt James North by-election voters seek change for youth and small business
Voters in St James North have their hopes pinned on better opportunities for young people, support for small businesses, and more responsive leadership coming out of Wednesday’s by-election. Among...
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