Ten officers of the Barbados Police Service on Monday received top honours from the Regional Security System (RSS). At a short ceremony at Police Headquarters, RSS medals and letters of …
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Barbados’ 52 per cent vaccine coverage has put it high among countries in the Eastern Caribbean and French departments with the highest rates of vaccinated people. As of March 4, …
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Infants B students at schools across the island will be screened for early hearing loss and be given any needed treatment through the Rotary Club of Barbados West’s Ellen Steinbok …
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As Barbadians brace for major price increases on several commodities as a result of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, one of the island’s main development financing partners says it stands ready to …
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PSVs say gas, diesel hike will add to burden of high operating costs
by Anesta Henryby Anesta HenryPublic Service Vehicle (PSVs) owners and operators are bracing for a hit from the increase in petroleum products. Chairman of the Alliance Owners of Public Transport (AOPT) Roy Raphael and …
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Political scientists warn international action against Russia can hurt Caribbean economies
Local and regional leaders have been discouraged from imposing “useless” sanctions on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine. In fact, international relations lecturers Dr Kristina Hinds and Dr George Brathwaite …
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Fuel price increases have been on the horizon for over two months despite the first shots in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine occurring mere days ago, said the Minister of Energy …
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Stephen: Gov’t has few options to cushion impact of high oil prices
by Sandy Deaneby Sandy DeaneEconomist Jeremy Stephen says Government has little to no room to shield consumers from soaring global oil prices that triggered an increase in petroleum products here over the weekend. But …
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The Ministry of Health & Wellness advises members of the public that polyclinic and outpatient clinics’ pharmacies, operating under the aegis of the Barbados Drug Service (BDS) will close as …
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A national hearing assessment project has been commended for the impact it has had on students at all levels, including Barbados Community College (BCC) students, who have been provided with …