The Latest - May 1, 2024
April 29, 2024
Highway 1 construction from Lower Carlton to Holetown in St James resumes tonight. Expect delays as C.O. Williams Construction works overnight for two weeks. MTW and C.O.W. appreciate public cooperation.
April 29, 2024
An investigation is ongoing following a fatal accident on the ABC Highway in Christ Church, Barbados. One person died, another critically injured after the vehicle struck a utility pole and tree.
April 29, 2024
Barbados reports a fatal road incident on the ABC Highway involving a Grand Vitara vehicle. One male occupant died, while another was rescued and taken for medical treatment.
April 28, 2024
The Vector Control Unit will conduct a two-day fogging exercise in St Michael next week due to public holidays. Specific districts will be sprayed on May 2 and May 3 from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
April 28, 2024
National stakeholders, including President Dame Sandra Mason and Minister Colin Jordan, joined Barbados Workers’ Union for May Day celebrations at St Barnabas Anglican Church. Focus on community outreach and workplace health and safety emphasized.
April 28, 2024
Government takes steps to streamline extradition processes with CARICOM countries following controversial case involving Brent Thomas. Barbados drafts model law for CARICOM Arrest Warrant Treaty implementation after admitting police misconduct.
April 27, 2024
Federal board, including CEOs of OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google, to advise US government on safe AI development. Aim is to combat AI-related threats to national security and infrastructure.
April 27, 2024
Prime Minister Mia Mottley emphasizes the need for a cultural shift to tackle climate change challenges. The late Ambassador Miles Stoby's advocacy for Small Island Developing States is commemorated.
April 29, 2024
Barbadian trainer Saffie Joseph Jr secured wins at Gulfstream Park and Tampa Bay Downs in Florida, maintaining his lead in the trainers' standings with victories at two different racetracks.
April 29, 2024
Chelsea defender Thiago Silva, set to depart at season end, reflects on his 4-year tenure, winning 3 trophies, including the 2020-21 Champions League. Plans to return to Stamford Bridge in a different capacity.
April 28, 2024
Margot Prow's impressive performance at the IQUW Bermuda Open PSA Event included defeating top seeds and showcasing resilience, leading to her victory in the final match against Ingy Hammouda.
April 28, 2024
West Indies 'A' secures a 10-run victory over Nepal in the second Twenty20 match of the series. Key performances include Andre Fletcher's 43 runs and Gudakesh Motie's 33 not out.
April 29, 2024
Highway 1 construction from Lower Carlton to Holetown in St James resumes tonight. Expect delays as C.O. Williams Construction works overnight for two weeks. MTW and C.O.W. appreciate public cooperation.
April 28, 2024
Global supply chains are key contributors to greenhouse gas emissions in international trade. Climate adaptation and mitigation efforts are crucial to address the impact of climate change on supply chains and trade competitiveness.
April 28, 2024
Explore the importance of sustainable business development and resilience in navigating change. Learn how prioritizing stakeholder happiness can drive growth and profitability through productivity and efficiency.
April 28, 2024
Elon Musk visits Beijing to discuss enabling Full Self Driving (FSD) on Tesla cars in China. Tesla aims for deep cooperation with China amid autonomous driving mode discussions and market competition.