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Breaking stories and community coverage from across Barbados.
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Barbados Youth Development Council President, Caleb Brathwaite, advocates for urgent action to address rising youth crime rates, emphasizing the importance of instilling discipline and community values through mandatory youth group participation.
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Criminologist's report reveals a rise in serious crimes committed by school-aged children in Barbados, prompting calls for urgent intervention from education stakeholders to address youth-driven violence.
Minister Griffith updates progress on Barbados sports facilities, facing delays from weather and structural challenges. Plans for multi-purpose venues and netball stadium development shared. National Stadium redevelopment partnership with China in progress.
Christ Church men Roshawn Jaeir Kangal and Xenico O’Neil Moore face 29 charges, including possession of firearms and serious bodily harm, following shootings in Sheraton Centre and Silver Hill.
Aluko Bascombe, the lone male spa therapist at Sandals Royal Barbados, is the first Barbadian to complete the Medical Qigong Practitioner Certificate, enhancing health and wellness through ancient Chinese healing practices.
