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August 6, 2024
Barbados Police Seek Public Help in Identifying Person of Interest in Christ Church Crime - Photo Released
Barbados Police seek public help to identify person of interest in Christ Church criminal incident. Photo released. Contact authorities with information. Reminder: harboring wanted individuals is a serious offense.
August 6, 2024
St Andrew Man Accused of Murder Remanded to Dodds Following Court Appearance
Kevin Don Pedro Chandler, 33, from St Andrew, remanded to Dodds for the murder of Seth Batson in Holetown. Batson's body found with gunshot wounds at Belleplaine Playing field. Reappearance set for Monday.
August 6, 2024
Bahamas High Court Orders $2M Compensation for Jamaican Wrongfully Held in Prison
Bahamian authorities ordered to pay $2 million to Jamaican wrongfully held in prison for nearly 10 years. Charges of rape, murder, and housebreaking dismissed; court acknowledges difficulties in mounting defense.
August 6, 2024
Barbados Police Seek Public Assistance in Locating Missing Patient, Jade Barnett, 18
The Barbados Police Service seeks public assistance in locating Jade Barnett, 18, who escaped from the Psychiatric Hospital in St Michael. Description and contact details provided for information.
August 6, 2024
Bangladesh Prime Minister Resigns Amid Anti-Government Protests, Flees to India: Army Chief Announces Interim Government
Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigns and flees to India amid deadly anti-government protests. Army chief confirms resignation and promises interim government. Violent clashes lead to 91 deaths, including police officers.
August 6, 2024
Barbados Police Seek Public's Help to Locate Missing 18-Year-Old Patient, Jade Barnett
Barbados Police seek public help to locate Jade Barnett, 18, with mental health challenges. She escaped from Psychiatric Hospital on July 29th. Description and contact details provided for assistance.
August 6, 2024
US Funeral Home Ordered to Pay $950m in Decaying Bodies Scandal | Penrose, Colorado
US funeral home ordered to pay $950m to families after giving fake ashes. Owners face criminal charges for abuse of corpse, theft, and more. Civil case open for more victims.
August 6, 2024
SOCA 5.0 Rescheduled for Today at National Botanical Gardens, Barbados: Tickets Honored
SOCA 5.0 event at National Botanical Gardens, Barbados, postponed due to severe weather. Tickets honored for rescheduled show. Updates on new date provided by NCF.
August 6, 2024
Brucelee Almightee Wins Flow Grand Kadooment Tune of the Crop with 'Tomorrow' as Tionne Hernandez and Lil Rick Tie for Second Place
Brucelee Almightee's song "Tomorrow" dominated the Flow Grand Kadooment, playing 16 times at judging points. Tionne Hernandez and Lil Rick tied for second place with 10 plays each.
August 6, 2024
2024 Flow Grand Kadooment Event Faces Delays and Frustrations, Revellers Disappointed by New Route Start Time
The 2024 Flow Grand Kadooment experienced delays as bands faced challenges reaching the starting point, affecting masqueraders and spectators. New route and timing changes caused frustration among participants.
August 5, 2024
2024 Flow Grand Kadooment Start Delayed to 11 a.m. Monday After Consultation with Stakeholders
The 2024 Flow Grand Kadooment start was delayed to 11 a.m. Monday after consultation with stakeholders. Route changes were made, and spectators were reminded to avoid encroaching on bands.
August 5, 2024
Kadooment Day Weather Update: Prepare for Showers and Heat, Meteorologist Advises
Expect showers and extreme heat on Kadooment Day in Barbados. Meteorologist advises staying hydrated as occasional rain and high humidity are forecasted. Flash flood watch issued, but conditions to improve later.