Shamar Blunt

Two community activists who work with at-risk youth and gang members have backed the new anti-gang legislation, while cautioning that safeguards must be in place to protect innocent residents living …

The recent surge in grass fires across the island has caused nearly $70 000 in damage to Barbados Light & Power’s infrastructure, prompting the utility to adopt new protective measures …

A nationwide newborn screening programme has begun at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, with health officials aiming to detect serious conditions at birth and improve long-term outcomes for thousands of children. …

Port officials in Barbados and across the Americas must embrace artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation as critical tools in building more resilient, efficient and sustainable ports. This word came …

President Jeffrey Bostic has announced that he will no longer use the military title of ‘Lieutenant Colonel’ as part of his official designation, saying the time has come to be …

Barbadian entrepreneur Tyrique Wilson, best known for launching the successful Carrington’s Rum Cream brand in 2020, has expanded his business portfolio with the opening of Outlet Auto Spas at the …

Increasing consumption of ultra-processed foods among young people continues to contribute to a rise in childhood obesity in Barbados and across the Caribbean, Youth Advocacy Officer with the Heart & …

Barbados Light & Power has warned that improperly isolated solar systems and generators could endanger its crews during storm‑related outages, as the utility ramps up preparations for the hurricane season. …

Opposition senator Ryan Walters on Friday urged authorities to intensify the use of existing financial crime legislation to dismantle gangs, arguing that targeting the flow of illicit money is critical …