The Latest - July 27, 2024
July 25, 2024
Jermaine Hartley Cox sentenced to nine months for trespassing and theft, with the sentence suspended for 12 months. Pleads guilty to additional charges of loitering and theft before the same court.
July 25, 2024
The article discusses the impact of rising crime rates in Barbados on public mood and government actions. It highlights the need for revisiting the Bail Act to address violent offenses and ensure public safety.
July 25, 2024
Barbados Minister of People Empowerment addresses the country's care deficit, emphasizing the decline of traditional family support structures and the need for increased State involvement in caregiving. Initiatives aim to enhance home care services.
July 25, 2024
Barbados Private Sector Association urges a united effort to combat rising crime rates, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive, multi-stakeholder approach to address root causes and ensure community safety.
July 25, 2024
Political scientist Peter Wickham comments on the resolution of the court battle in the Democratic Labour Party, emphasizing the need for internal discussions and optimism for the party's future.
July 25, 2024
The article discusses the impact of rising crime rates in Barbados on public mood and government actions. It highlights the need for revisiting the Bail Act to address violent offenses and ensure public safety.
July 25, 2024
Public transport owners call for action against indiscipline in the industry. Proposal for an independent disciplinary committee to address lawlessness in route taxis and minibuses. Challenges include influx of young workers.
July 24, 2024
Government introduces legislation to penalize landowners with overgrown properties, imposing $300 fines and daily fees for uncleared bush. Even government-owned land will be subject to the new law.
July 24, 2024
Fide Master Martyn Del Castilho dominates 2024 Philip Corbin Open chess event, finishing unbeaten. Kemp Lynch secures second place, while Julissa Figueroa and Adam Roachford battle to a draw for third. Hannah Wilson places 8th in PanAm chess.
July 23, 2024
Emar Edwards, a skilled Barbados Road Tennis Open player, gears up for the upcoming tournament with increased preparation and confidence following last year's strong performance and lessons learned from previous matches.
July 23, 2024
Stuart Maloney leads the Barbados Rally Club's Champion Drivers' title chase after five rounds, with close battles and multiple class leaders in the top 10. Former champions also vie for the title.
July 23, 2024
Barbados clinch the 2024 West Indies Rising Stars Men’s Under-19 2-Day title by outplaying Jamaica in the final. The team is now eyeing further success in the upcoming 50-over championship.
July 25, 2024
CrowdStrike faces criticism for offering $10 UberEats vouchers as apology for global IT outage affecting 8.5 million computers. Some recipients express dissatisfaction, citing lost man hours and trust. Uber flagged vouchers as fraud.
July 24, 2024
BL&P and FTC head to court in December over rate increase decisions. BL&P seeks to introduce new evidence related to $19 million ADIT gain. Parties await court's decision on the matter.
July 24, 2024
Connect Caribe, a private-sector-led ferry service, set to launch operations in the last quarter of the year, aims to create jobs and streamline maritime operations in the Caribbean region.
July 23, 2024
Hailee Harding, a student at Graydon Sealy Secondary School, becomes Barbados' new Junior Minister of Tourism 2024-2025 after winning the Barbados Tourism Youth Congress. The event aims to encourage youth participation in the tourism industry.