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Breaking stories and community coverage from across Barbados.
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The newly reopened Mind & Body Gym at the Psychiatric Hospital in Black Rock offers a premium fitness facility open to staff and the public. Minister Ishmael emphasizes the importance of prioritizing health and wellness.
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"The Oistins Magistrates’ Court in Christ Church closed temporarily due to a bedbug discovery, impacting court proceedings and the clerk’s office. Police maintained restrictions to the building. "
Afrikan Heritage Foundation criticizes cannabis regulations in Barbados, citing lack of citizen provisions. Calls for immediate action on oversight and execution. Concerns raised on sacramental cannabis use in Rastafarian community.
Government invests $4.7 million to upgrade Oistins Bay Garden for Men’s T20 World Cup with a focus on benefiting small businesses. Plans to generate $110 million from the event outlined.
Barbadians struggle with high salt consumption, a longstanding cultural norm exacerbated by modern processed foods. This contributes to rising rates of lifestyle diseases like hypertension and diabetes.
