Barbados is a small independent island, with a vulnerable open economy, in one of the most hazard prone regions on Earth. We need a benefactor – someone who can support us in challenging times. We were taught to accept the Queen as our benefactor, but she did not help us when we went through our […]

Vonni Koromanti presents an art exhibition-cum-sale at its Headquarters, Porters Place, 11 Porters, Saint James, Barbados. The exhibition runs from Thursday March 29, 2018 to Sunday April 08, 2018, 10:00 am to 9:00 pm daily, with an Opening Reception on Thursday March 29, 2018 at 6:30 pm. This instalment features works in mahogany by Barbadian […]

On Friday 23rd March 2018, The Drug Squad arrested and formally charged 23 year old Kamol Wendel Muckett, a Vincentian from Union Vale, Port Elizabeth, St. Vincent for the following offences which he committed on the 2018-03-22 while at the Shallow Draught, Bridgetown Port, Saint Michael. 1. Possession of Cannabis 2. Trafficking in Cannabis 3. […]

The Barbados Chapter of Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada) is commemorating ‘Financial Literacy Month‘ in April to help Barbadians better manage their finances. “Our mission is to deliver valuable information sessions to improve the overall state of financial literacy in Barbados”, says Oliver Jordan, Chapter Chair. “The ability to make sound financial decisions […]

On Monday the 19th March 2018, The Drug Squad arrested and formally charged Antonio Raymond Browne, 35 years of Glendalough Road, Josey Hill, St Lucy and Damien Omar Gooding, 32 years of Salters Tenantry Road, St. Michael for the following offences which they committed at the residence of Antonio Browne. Drug Charges • Possession of […]

If the dry season this year leads to water outages the 121 children of St. Margaret’s Primary School should not be as adversely affected as in previous years. The members of the Corporate Communications Team of CIBC FirstCaribbean recently visited the school and presented the staff and students with a 1000-gallon water tank which will […]

Rock Hard Cement Barbados recently hosted a seminar for local contractors, artisans and distributors as part of its ongoing efforts to ensure that customers have access to all of the technical knowledge and benefits when working with Rock Hard Cement. “(Participants) had a demonstration on the advantages of the hydraulic cement, the advantage of vibrating […]

The first buzzer sounds off on April 9th with the premiere of the docu-series DESTINO RUSIA 2018. The new production goes behind the scenes and explores the stories of key soccer figures and athletes making their way to Russia for this year’s World Cup. DESTINO RUSIA 2018 is the first co-production between HBO Latin America […]

Students from Howard University (HU) in Washington, DC, spent their “spring-break” in St. Martin volunteering at institutions and foundations bouncing back from last year’s hurricanes Irma and Maria. During their volunteer work the students from the historical university also met with the island’s people; visited the Mental Health Foundation; attended church service; and last week […]

The Barbados Revenue Authority (BRA) is advising businesses in Barbados that their 2017 Corporation Tax returns which are usually due March 15, 2018 are now required to be filed on June 15, 2018. Erica Lazare, BRA Communications Officer explained that this filing deadline has been deferred to June 15, 2018 to facilitate the BRA’s preparations […]

The Cable & Wireless Charitable Foundation just revealed it will provide additional funding of over US$290,000 to projects that will improve the lives of children in areas of the Caribbean impacted by last year’s hurricanes. This follows the Foundation’s initial US$100,000 donation to ShelterBox for relief efforts after the hurricanes, as well as a clean-up […]

After surviving a near fatal bovine attack, a disfigured cafeteria chef (Wade Wilson) struggles to fulfill his dream of becoming Mayberry’s hottest bartender while also learning to cope with his lost sense of taste. Searching to regain his spice for life, as well as a flux capacitor, Wade must battle ninjas, the yakuza, and a […]

A pair of burglars stumble upon a woman being held captive in a home they intended to rob.

The Avengers and their allies must be willing to sacrifice all in an attempt to defeat the powerful Thanos before his blitz of devastation and ruin puts an end to the universe.

A small group of former classmates organize an elaborate, annual game of tag that requires some to travel all over the country.

The morning sun shines on the jewel of the Metropolis skyline, The Daily Planet building. But when The Joker decides this building needs a renovation, it’s time to sound the Trouble Alert because all bricks are about to break loose! The Justice League leaps into action but as the battle is brewing against The Joker […]

The Barbados Revenue Authority (BRA) has recorded 5,125 in undelivered land tax bills and other mail from the Post Office, which were mailed since September last year. Manager, Communications and PR, with the BRA, Carolyn Williams-Gayle, said the returned bills were due to incorrect addresses for the land and property owners. She explained that in […]

Police are still actively conducting investigations into a “Hit and Run” accident which occurred sometime after 6:00 pm, on Sunday the 11th of March 2018, along Bibby’s Lane, St. Michael, involving a pedestrian and a motor van, registration number and driver unknown, which resulted in serious injuries to the pedestrian – Mr. Ronald Knight 45 […]

“Looking Forward: How Caribbean Nations Can Respond to Global Developments.” That is the topic of the Central Bank of Barbados’ 5th Caribbean Economic Forum, which takes place on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at 8:30 p.m. (7:30 p.m. in Jamaica). During the 90-minute forum, veteran journalist, Julian Rogers will sit down with Professor Andrew K. Rose, […]

Hornets’ Ian Coke leaves the field on a stretcher, he couldn’t finish the Premier Division match against Young Men’s Social Club. The footballer injured his knee only a few seconds before the interval. A simple misstep forced the player to leave the game, which eventually ended with Dandy Town’s 7:3 triumph. Coke is now forced […]

Barbados is doing well as a Commonwealth member in seeking to promote local agriculture through a reality TV series. Her Excellency Jan Henderson in delivering her farewell speech last night at her Sugar Hill official residence, cited how the former members of British Empire became citizens of the Commonwealth over a century and a half […]

The UPS Foundation, which leads the global citizenship programme for delivery gurus UPS held a large gala to acknowledge their donation of $40,000 to Variety The Children’s Charity of Barbados, as part of the courier’s continued support towards young people of the region. Minister of Industry & Commerce – Donville Inniss lauded the move by […]

China’s Ambassador to Barbados would like more done to promote this country as a pleasure destination for his countrymen. Yan Xiusheng says 100 million Chinese travel to far off destinations in a leisure capacity, many of them retirees, but few know the Caribbean. However the ambassador observed his fellow diplomats in Beijing need to be […]

The Barbados Revenue Authority (BRA) is reminding taxpayers that they have until Saturday, March 31, to pay their 2017-18 Land Tax bills without incurring penalties and interest. Persons who have not yet received their bills are asked to contact the Customer Service Department at 535-8347. Land tax payments may be made at the BRA’s locations […]

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) Blood Bank is issuing an urgent appeal for ‘O‘ negative blood donations. Donated blood products will help replenish the QEH Blood Bank’s supply to ensure that blood products are readily available for patients with serious medical needs such as cancer patients, people with blood disorders, premature babies, cardiac procedures and […]