BHP to donate 100 STEM Kits to Education Ministry Barbados Today06/04/2022062 views In an effort to further cultivate interest in, and develop skills relevant to the field of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), global resource company and offshore licensee, BHP, will… Read more
COVID-19 Update: 298 new cases Barbados Today06/04/2022061 views There were 298 new COVID-19 cases, 125 males and 173 females, recorded on Tuesday, April 5, from the 1,308 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory. Of the… Read more
Two women pass away from COVID-19 Barbados Today06/04/2022047 views The number of COVID-19 deaths has risen after two women succumbed to the viral illness. One of them was 69 years old and passed away on Tuesday, April 5, while… Read more
Sage to host panel discussion on pension reform Barbados Today06/04/2022091 views Pension Reform, its fiscal, social, and economic implications, are expected to attract keen interest when the Senior Advisory Group for Excellence in Trade Unionism (SAGE) hosts a panel discussion on… Read more
FTC closed for remainder of week Barbados Today06/04/2022054 views The office of the Fair Trading Commission is closed for the remainder of the week. However, the staff will be working remotely and may be contacted at 424-0260, 266-5452/53, or… Read more
Public Notice: Bathrooms closed at Independence Square Barbados Today06/04/2022091 views The public is advised that the bathrooms at Independence Square are closed until Friday, April 8. This is to allow staff from the National Conservation Commission (NCC) to carry out… Read more
Golden girl Griffith 100 in great health and spirit Barbados Today Traffic06/04/2022064 views By Anesta Henry Barbados’ newest Centenarian Sylvia Idalia Griffith who has perfect vision at her golden age reads fine print without glasses. In fact, she impressed President Dame Sandra Mason… Read more
‘Trust of citizens key to digital transformation’ Marlon Madden06/04/2022073 views Gaining the trust of citizens will be critical as authorities in Barbados and the rest of the region complete their digital transformation. This assessment has come from Digital Services Leader… Read more
CXC to improve service to education stakeholders with new platform Randy Bennett06/04/2022096 views The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) says its new Data Intelligence Gateway online platform will allow it to serve its regional stakeholders more efficiently. The new gateway is a central website… Read more
Professor suggests standard approach to counselling in local schools Barbados Today06/04/20220165 views A standardised approach to counselling is needed in the island’s public and private schools to meet the needs of students. That view was expressed on Tuesday by Professor of Education… Read more