A fire sparked by a lightning strike just before midnight destroyed a two-storey block at the Archives Department which housed major historic documents. Chief archivist at the Barbados Archives Department, …
Powerful earthquake kills more than 140 in Myanmar, death toll likely to rise
A powerful earthquake killed more than 140 people in Myanmar on Friday, authorities said, toppling buildings and wrecking infrastructure across a wide area, including a skyscraper under construction in neighbouring …
Launch of child abuse awareness month reveals troubling statistics
More than 1,650 children in Barbados were impacted by reported abuse cases between 2021 and 2024, according to data from the Child Care Board. Minister of People Empowerment and Elder …
Painter remanded on gun, assault charges
A 38-year old painter has been charged with gun and ammunition possession as well as resisting and assaulting a police officer. Oneal Clavis Nile Hinds, of Howells Cross Road, …
Bank employee uncovers $155K fraud linked to deceased customer
A bank employee became suspicious after noticing large sums being withdrawn from a chequing account and contacted the police. Days later, the employee saw the customer’s obituary in the newspaper. …
Barbados seeks competitive edge in luxury goods market”
The government is exploring options to make Barbados more competitive in the sale of luxury goods, as part of its wider economic and tourism strategy, according to Prime Minister Mia …
Govt denies undermining CTUSAB
The Mia Mottley administration has rebuffed claims by the Congress of Trade Unions and Staff Associations of Barbados (CTUSAB) that it has deliberately attempted to undermine the organisation’s status as …
PM Mottley appeals to US to avert caribbean trade crisis
The Caribbean is bracing for a potential trade storm as Prime Minister Mia Mottley warned that a proposed US levy on Chinese-made ships could severely disrupt regional commerce, inflate import …
Public schools to close for Easter Break
Public school students and teachers will proceed on Easter Break at the end of next week, as the Hilary School Term comes to a close. On Thursday, April 3, …
Breaking the silence on domestic violence
This week, authorities put the spotlight on domestic violence at a national consultation to develop a roadmap for a comprehensive response to this scourge. Regrettably, it remains a plague …
Small Craft and High Surf Advisory in effect for Barbados
A small craft warning and high surf advisory remain in effect for Barbados due to elevated swells caused by moderate to breezy conditions across the marine area. According to the …