Local NewsTransportation BHTA chief suggests new highway to combat traffic gridlock by Ricardo Roberts 18/03/2026 written by Ricardo Roberts 4 min read Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) Chairman Javon Griffith on Tuesday called for urgent national intervention to address โunacceptableโ traffic congestion โ suggesting a new cross-country highway โ and avert … Continue Reading 18/03/2026 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsTransportation BHTA chief suggests new highway to combat traffic gridlock by Ricardo Roberts 17/03/2026 by Ricardo Roberts 17/03/2026 Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) Chairman Javon Griffith on Tuesday called for urgent national intervention to address โunacceptableโ traffic congestion โ suggesting a new cross-country highway โ and avert … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
HealthHealth & WellnessLocal News Debt-for-health swap to tackle Barbadosโ NCD crisisย by Ricardo Roberts 17/03/2026 by Ricardo Roberts 17/03/2026 Government has announced its third major debt swap, specifically designed to fund the fight against non-communicable diseases (NCDs), as part of a move to link national finance with public wellness.ย … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
BudgetHealth & WellnessLocal News Ishmael outlines vision for a healthier nation, declares NCD war by Ricardo Roberts 17/03/2026 by Ricardo Roberts 17/03/2026 Minister of State in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Davidson Ishmael, has signalled a transformative shift in the nationโs healthcare landscape, emphasising a strategic pivot towards primary care, digital … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
EconomyLocal NewsNews BimPay launch delayed for extra testing by Ricardo Roberts 16/03/2026 by Ricardo Roberts 16/03/2026 The Central Bank of Barbados has postponed the national rollout of its modernised digital payment platform, BimPay, from March 31 to June 12 this year, citing the need for additional … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CommunityLocal NewsSports Wall of Fame unveiled to celebrate Christ Church Southโs sporting heroes by Ricardo Roberts 15/03/2026 by Ricardo Roberts 15/03/2026 Christ Church South has honoured 56 of its sporting heroes with the unveiling of a Wall of Fame at the Dover Playing Field. The memorial recognises contributions across 13 disciplines, … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
BusinessLocal News Car Barbados launches new electric and hybrid models amid rising fuel costs by Ricardo Roberts 15/03/2026 by Ricardo Roberts 15/03/2026 With fuel prices rising due to the conflict in Iran, Car Barbados is offering Barbadians an electric option that could reduce running costs. The dealership has expanded its lineup with … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CommunityLocal News Menโs health in focus at holistic engagement day by Ricardo Roberts 15/03/2026 by Ricardo Roberts 15/03/2026 In response to rising rates of non-communicable diseases and a growing mental health crisis, a comprehensive menโs health and engagement day was held on Saturday, which provided men with a … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
BusinessCommunityEconomyLocal News MP urges update to 60-year-old NISS law by Ricardo Roberts 15/03/2026 by Ricardo Roberts 15/03/2026 Government MP Toni Moore has called for sweeping changes to the nearly 60-year-old Barbados National Insurance and Social Security (NISS) Act, saying the current system no longer reflects the realities … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AthleticsSportsSwimmingTennisTrack and FieldVolleyball Stadium rebuild โahead of scheduleโ by Ricardo Roberts 14/03/2026 by Ricardo Roberts 14/03/2026 The multimillionโdollar National Stadium rebuild is advancing faster than planned, with Ministry of Sport officials confirming that construction work is already ahead of schedule. In the final session of the … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail