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Breaking stories and community coverage from across Barbados.
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The concept of 'people's power' emphasizes collective action by ordinary citizens to influence decisions, highlighting the importance of trade unions in advocating for workers' rights and social justice.
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Neil Clark, CEO of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, aims to create a Caribbean network for hospital leaders to enhance collaboration and healthcare management across the region.
Justin Jamar Maynard, 27, has been charged with multiple offences including wounding and assault, following incidents on May 19, 2026, and has been fined $5,000.
Kevin Stephan Peterson, 37, of Collymore Rock, St Michael, appeared in court charged with causing serious bodily harm. Remanded to prison, he is set to return on May 5.
Board certified behaviour analyst Natasha Heaselgrave discusses the rise in autism cases in Barbados, highlighting improved early identification and diagnosis, increased parental vigilance, and positive shifts in societal acceptance and inclusion practices.
