April 10, 2025
Barbados Meteorological Services reassures Oistins fisherfolk about above-average wind speeds in the first quarter, attributing them to normal seasonal variations and historical data comparisons.
April 10, 2025
The Congress of Trade Unions and Staff Associations of Barbados expresses disappointment over the absence of employment quotas for people with disabilities in the new Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, citing concerns about workplace equality and economic challenges.
April 10, 2025
Residents in The Ivy, St Michael, have mixed views on the impact of a removed police outpost. While some appreciated the security it brought, others highlight ongoing issues like vandalism, break-ins, and drug sales in the community.
April 9, 2025
President of CTUSAB, Ryan Phillips, advocates restricting firearm possession to law enforcement and military to curb gun violence. Concerns raised about illegal weapons entering Barbados despite upgraded security measures.
April 9, 2025
The Autism Association of Barbados (AAB) marks 20 years of supporting parents of autistic children, highlighting progress in societal acceptance while addressing ongoing challenges faced by families.
April 9, 2025
Two individuals, including a 15-year-old boy, were shot and killed during a robbery attempt at a Chinese-owned supermarket in Georgetown. Police are searching for two accomplices who managed to escape.
April 9, 2025
Barbados Police investigate the unnatural death of Emmanuel Glasgow, 20, found in the sea at a St Michael beach. The naked man evaded police commands and drowned.
April 8, 2025
Barbados Police Commissioner Richard Boyce reports a slight overall crime increase but significant rise in gun-related offenses, with murders doubling from 21 to 49 in 2024. Efforts to combat illegal firearms are emphasized.
April 7, 2025
Two Christ Church men remanded to Dodds Prison after being charged with serious bodily harm on Jose Gill. Derek Omar Tennyson Springer, 36, and Nashon Egbert Moses, 40, appeared in court.
April 7, 2025
British woman charged with fraud in Singapore after allegedly deceiving victims with promises of inheritance from Brunei's royal family. Netflix documentary Con Mum sheds light on the case.
April 6, 2025
An unvaccinated child dies from measles in western Texas amid a growing outbreak, prompting health concerns and a visit from Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr. Cases rise to over 480.
April 6, 2025
Minister Wilfred Abrahams urges public cooperation with police to combat violent crime, emphasizing community responsibility in sharing intelligence on illegal firearms and criminal activities. Commissioner Boyce highlights police agency's role in community engagement.