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Cousins Sentenced for Assault in Barbados

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Cousins Sentenced for Assault in Barbados

Three cousins received a six-month peace bond and were ordered to pay $400 in compensation after pleading guilty to assaulting their relative, Kirk Lynch, earlier this month.

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Barbados Fish Markets Close Early in Honor of Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox

Barbados Fish Markets Close Early in Honor of Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox

All fish markets and landing sites in Barbados will close early today to honor the late Chief Fisheries Officer Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox and provide staff with grief counseling.

Barbados Revenue Authority Issues Guidance on Corporation Top-Up Tax Compliance

Barbados Revenue Authority Issues Guidance on Corporation Top-Up Tax Compliance

The Barbados Revenue Authority has released five guidance notes to assist multinational enterprises in meeting corporation top-up tax requirements by the June 30 compliance deadline.

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Somali Referee Denied US Entry for World Cup to Receive Full Fee

Somali Referee Denied US Entry for World Cup to Receive Full Fee

Omar Abdulkadir Artan, a Somali referee denied entry to the US for the World Cup, will still receive his full tournament fee despite not officiating.

Ministry of Health to Conduct Fogging in Christ Church, St. Thomas, and St. Michael

Ministry of Health to Conduct Fogging in Christ Church, St. Thomas, and St. Michael

The Ministry of Health and Wellness will carry out a fogging exercise in various districts of Christ Church, St. Thomas, and St. Michael from June 15 to June 19.

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DLP Criticizes Government Over Housing Project Delays

Jun 14, 2026

DLP Criticizes Government Over Housing Project Delays

Democratic Labour Party spokesman Ian Griffith highlights chronic delays and mismanagement in government housing projects, affecting over 4,000 Barbadians seeking affordable housing solutions.

Barbados Launches BiMPay Instant Payment Platform

Barbados Launches BiMPay Instant Payment Platform

The Central Bank of Barbados has launched BiMPay, an instant payment platform aimed at modernizing financial transactions and enhancing economic growth across the nation.

Troy Clinton Acquitted of Fatal Driving Charges, Convicted of Dangerous Driving

Troy Clinton Acquitted of Fatal Driving Charges, Convicted of Dangerous Driving

Troy Emerson Nathaniel Clinton has been acquitted of causing the deaths of two passengers in a 2011 collision but was convicted of dangerous driving by a jury this week.

Self-Employed Woman Pleads Guilty to Assault and Disturbance

Self-Employed Woman Pleads Guilty to Assault and Disturbance

Sheena Olivia Hall, 36, pleaded guilty to assault and causing a disturbance in St Michael, with sentencing scheduled for next Friday after being granted bail.

Elon Musk Becomes World's First Trillionaire Following SpaceX IPO

Elon Musk Becomes World's First Trillionaire Following SpaceX IPO

Elon Musk achieved the status of the world's first trillionaire as SpaceX shares surged during its IPO, raising $75 billion and valuing the company at $2.2 trillion.

Health Ministry Investigates Scarlet Fever Case at St Michael School

Health Ministry Investigates Scarlet Fever Case at St Michael School

The Ministry of Health and Wellness is investigating a suspected scarlet fever case at a St Michael primary school, with two children testing positive for streptococcal infection.

Texas Couple Sentenced for $30 Million Pyramid Scheme

Texas Couple Sentenced for $30 Million Pyramid Scheme

LaShonda and Marlon Moore were sentenced to 40 years in prison for running a fraudulent pyramid scheme that exploited individuals during the pandemic, resulting in $30 million in losses.