An academic is proposing that a new-look Barbados Senate should have a gender quota to ensure at least 40 per cent female representation. Lecturer in Government and Politics at the …
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As Codrington College celebrates its 278th anniversary, former Archbishop of the West Indies, the Most Reverend Dr John Holder has indicated that the institution continues to offer education and enlightenment …
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Drive to support Joann’s battle with Rheumatoid Arthritis
by Sasha Mehterby Sasha MehterBy Brittany Brewster Joann Hall had been living life to the fullest, enjoying her active routine of gym workouts, running, swimming, yoga, and Tai Chi classes. She revelled in jumping …
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Social workers toast 11-Plusers who ‘overcame odds’
by Anesta Henryby Anesta HenryBy Anesta Henry Amidst a sea of applause, the theme was resilience as the nation’s social workers fixed the spotlight on the achievements of a dozen children who overcame several …
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By Sandy Deane Editor-in-Chief It is with heavy hearts but with profound gratitude and deep and abiding affection that we bid farewell to Ridley Greene, a true stalwart of Barbados’ …
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By Jenique Belgrave Descendants of slaves who lived and worked at Codrington Estates in St John are set to benefit from $18 million in reparations. This will come from the …
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Prime Minister Mia Mottley issued the following statement today on the passing of veteran journalist Ridley Greene: FULL STATEMENT When I learnt today of the passing of veteran journalist and newspaper …
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Twenty-nine-year-old Danae Gibbons and her two toddlers are expected to be under the same roof soon. Minister of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs Kirk Humphrey told the media on Friday …
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35 students from St James North benefit from Primary School Literacy Programme
by Anesta Henryby Anesta HenryThirty-five students between ages five and 10 from the constituency of St James North have benefited from a Primary School Literacy Programme. Over the past five Saturdays, the students have …
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Barbados and Kenya have announced a groundbreaking partnership to use technology to provide distance learning for Kenyan job-seekers. Barbados’ National Transformation Initiative (NTI) has joined forces with Kenya’s Apprentice Job …