CourtLocal News Prosecutor, defence agree on sentence for manslayer by Barbados Today 13/12/2024 written by Barbados Today 3 min read Describing it as โone of the saddest casesโ he has ever dealt with, Senior Counsel Andrew Pilgrim urged the High Court not to place Rommell Johnaton Bishop behind bars for … Continue Reading 13/12/2024 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
FocusLocal News Wills Primary pupils bring Christmas cheer to hundreds by Ryan Gilkes 12/12/2024 by Ryan Gilkes 12/12/2024 The festive spirit came alive at Wills Primary School on Monday as the Early Act Helping Hands group delivered nearly 300 gifts and monetary donations to charities.ย The studentsโ acts … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
EducationLocal News QC toasts โexceptional academic achievementโ by Barbados Today 12/12/2024 by Barbados Today 12/12/2024 Queenโs College proudly showcased remarkable academic accomplishments on Tuesday, as students were recognised for their stellar performances at its annual Speech Day and Prize-Giving Ceremony.ย With an impressive overall pass … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AgricultureEducationLocal News Buzzing with learning, students discover bees biodiversity role by Sheria Brathwaite 12/12/2024 by Sheria Brathwaite 12/12/2024 More than a dozen students from the Frederick Smith Secondary School received an interactive lesson on Wednesday about the vital role bees play in maintaining the islandโs biodiversity. Through … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
EducationLocal News Exams abandoned: Students no-shows at high school exams by Barbados Today 12/12/2024 by Barbados Today 12/12/2024 In a concerning trend, Major Michael Boyce, principal of the Deighton Griffith Secondary School, revealed a troubling increase in students who, despite having paid for their exams, are failing to … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
EconomyLocal NewsYouth Financial literacy drive to transform youth money mindset by Ryan Gilkes 12/12/2024 by Ryan Gilkes 12/12/2024 In a radical bid to rewrite the financial narrative of an entire generation, the Barbados Entrepreneurship Foundation (BEF) is pioneering a radical financial literacy programme that goes far beyond traditional … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
EnvironmentLocal News Forde on flamingoes: Embrace biodiversity amid climate challenges by Shamar Blunt 12/12/2024 by Shamar Blunt 12/12/2024 In a passionate call for environmental stewardship, Minister of the Environment Adrian Forde urged Barbadians to enhance their awareness and appreciation of biodiversity โ as he welcomed a flock of … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AgricultureLocal News Buzzing concerns: Record bee invasions, say beekeepers by Sheria Brathwaite 12/12/2024 by Sheria Brathwaite 12/12/2024 The number of reported bee invasions in Barbados has reached record levels this year, raising alarm among residents and prompting disruptions in schools across the island, according to the Barbados … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsSports Hosts appointed for FIFA World Cups 2030 and 2034 by Barbados Today 12/12/2024 by Barbados Today 12/12/2024 Morocco, Portugal, and Spain will co-host the FIFA World Cup in 2030, with three centenary games in South America, while Saudi Arabia will stage the 2034 finals. All 211 … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsSports Thankful to the selectors – Seales by Barbados Today 12/12/2024 by Barbados Today 12/12/2024 West Indies fast bowler Jayden Seales reflected on his Player of the Match performance in the second One Day International against Bangladesh with a mix of humility and pride after … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail