CharityLocal News Charity reports success in tackling homelessness by Shamar Blunt 24/12/2024 written by Shamar Blunt 3 min read The Barbados Alliance for Ending Homelessness (BAEH) has announced a remarkable 65 per cent success rate in reintegrating homeless individuals back into society, the result of innovative housing and job … Continue Reading 24/12/2024 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local News Rogue operators ‘hampering’ airport taxis holiday boom by Barbados Today 24/12/2024 written by Barbados Today 2 min read Airport taxi operators at Grantley Adams International Airport are reporting a seasonal boost in business, but the influx of unauthorised taxis—they called “snatchers”—is cutting into their seasonal earnings. Anthony Harewood, … Continue Reading 24/12/2024 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
EnvironmentLocal News Sahara dust warning upgraded as severe haze blankets island by Barbados Today 24/12/2024 written by Barbados Today 1 min read Meteorologists on Monday issued a severe dust haze warning as a significant Sahara dust plume intensifies over the island, upgrading an earlier advisory issued on Sunday. The Barbados Meteorological Service … Continue Reading 24/12/2024 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local News BLP’s Hinkson steps aside as Blackman takes lead in St James North by Shanna Moore 24/12/2024 written by Shanna Moore 4 min read Political analysts have praised the Barbados Labour Party’s (BLP) seamless succession planning following the announcement from MP Edmund Hinkson that he will not contest his St James North seat in … Continue Reading 24/12/2024 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsSports Leslie, Lawrence, Clarke top Top 8 tennis by Barbados Today 24/12/2024 written by Barbados Today 2 min read Xavier Lawrence sprang the upset of the tournament, as the Barbados Tennis Association (BTA) Top 8 came to a head on Saturday at the National Tennis Centre in Wildey, whilst … Continue Reading 24/12/2024 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsSports WI names squad for Pakistan Tests by Barbados Today 24/12/2024 written by Barbados Today 2 min read Amir Jangoo is being given a run in the longest format of the game, whilst all-format tweaker Gudakesh Motie is set to return. Those were the highlights, as Cricket West … Continue Reading 24/12/2024 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AgricultureLocal News Farmers turn to lab-grown slips as virus cripples sweet potato production by Sheria Brathwaite 24/12/2024 written by Sheria Brathwaite 3 min read A complex of viruses is attacking the sweet potato crop, slashing yields and driving prices to unprecedented highs this holiday season. The Ministry of Agriculture said it is working on … Continue Reading 24/12/2024 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsPublic Notice Make crime prevention a must this season by Barbados Today 24/12/2024 written by Barbados Today 1 min read As some householders make plans for Christmas and Boxing Days, they are being reminded to protect their homes and personal property. The Barbados Police Service’s Crime Prevention Officer, Inspector Roger … Continue Reading 24/12/2024 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
EditorialLocal News Planning for the day work stops by Barbados Today 24/12/2024 written by Barbados Today 4 min read Barbados’ rebranded National Insurance and Social Security Service (NISSS) has stepped up its online and social media presence, and while this is great for engagement and sensitisation, there is much … Continue Reading 24/12/2024 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CubaEnvironmentJamaicaRegional Jamaica rattled by earthquake that hit Cuba by Barbados Today 23/12/2024 written by Barbados Today 0 min read A strong earthquake that hit off the coast of Cuba was felt across sections of Jamaica early Monday morning. The quake had a magnitude of 6.1 and occurred at 1:00 … Continue Reading 23/12/2024 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
