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Barbados Light & Power applies to recover costs for temporary power generation, stating urgent need for additional units to prevent power outages. Impact on electricity bills projected to be minimal.
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Professional Road Tennis Association (PRTA) founder Dale Clarke expresses concerns over dwindling prize amounts in road tennis tournaments, highlighting the challenges faced in securing sponsorships for lucrative rewards.
Sales on Valentine's Day were not as abundant as previous years, but vendors expressed gratitude for the customers they did receive. Many people were seen buying love-themed merchandise such as roses, chocolates, and plush toys. However, some vendors noted that overall spending was lower due to the high cost of living. Despite this, Blessings Boutique reported relatively good sales, with a focus on clothing purchases rather than love-related items.
"Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne appoints vocal individuals, Tricia Watson and Ryan Walters, as senators in Barbados. Watson advocates for consumer rights, while Walters focuses on economic issues."
Barbadians patiently await the start of the lawsuit between the Barbados Light and Power Company and the Fair Trading Commission over rejected electricity rate hikes and alleged errors in law and policy.
