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Breaking stories and community coverage from across Barbados.
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"Brothers from prestigious US university accused of $25m cryptocurrency heist in record time. Charges include wire fraud and money laundering, exploiting Ethereum transactions with advanced skills."
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WHO authorizes Takeda's Qdenga dengue vaccine for children aged 6-16 in high-risk regions. Vaccine protects against all dengue types, with 84% efficacy in preventing hospitalization and 61% in symptom prevention.
Barbados Water Authority (BWA) to conduct connections near Hastings Main Road on May 19th, impacting water supply in parts of Christ Church. Customers advised to store water during maintenance.
Barbados partners with IFC to develop Lamberts Wind Farm in St. Lucy and St. Peter parishes, aiming to boost clean energy production, tackle climate change, and lower energy costs.
A man is charged with the attempted murder of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who was shot multiple times in a politically motivated attack. The suspect, identified as a 71-year-old, could face life in prison.
