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Tag Archives: journalism

  1. Sanitation Service Authority takes issue with NUPW statement to Barbadian Press

    Management of the Sanitation Service Authority read the press statement issued by the National Union of Public Workers today (14 December 2020) in addition to recent comments by the NUPW officials listed by local media. It is unfortunate the statement makes no mention of recent engagement between the management and Board of the SSA and […]

    December 14, 2020Business, FeaturedNo comments
  2. Muckracking DR journalist sues former AG and his sister

    Santo Domingan Journalist Marino Zapete sued former Attorney General Jean Alain Rodriguez and his sister Maybeth Virginia Rodriguez Sanchez. Zapete is suing for damages caused by Maybeth Rodríguez who had sued Zapete for defamation. In the final days of the Medina administration, Rodriguez removed the charges against Zapete. Zapete had aired on TV in the […]

    November 7, 2020Featured, PoliticalNo comments
  3. Patrick Hoyos has left a solid legacy for those who remain practitioners of the Fourth Estate

    Once again, with a profound sense of sadness, I find myself in the position of paying tribute to a stalwart of the media fraternity who has left us unexpectedly. In fact, the Barbadian consumer of news and commentary would recall that Patrick was unrelenting in his questioning of political leaders and their operatives, regardless of […]

    July 2, 2020Education, Video GalleryNo comments
  4. Statement from BARJAM on barring of media personnel

    The Barbados Association of Journalists and Media Workers (BARJAM) condemns the treatment meted out to media professionals on Saturday, June 27 while attempting to cover the court appearance of the man charged with the murder of news photographer Christoff Griffith and contractor Glenroy James. BARJAM is deeply concerned that reporters and photographers who went to […]

    June 29, 2020Breaking News, Crime, FeaturedNo comments
  5. FORMER NATION EDITOR APPOINTED AS CEO APPOINTED AT CBC

    Veteran journalist and talk show host, Sanka Price, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer at the Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation (CBC). His appointment takes effect on Monday, June 15, 2020. He was selected after two interviews with a committee comprising members of the corporation’s Board of Directors. Their recommendation of Mr. Price for the position was […]

    June 13, 2020Business, FeaturedNo comments
  6. THOSE WHO RECORD FIGHT AGAINST NOVEL CORONAVIRUS ALSO NEED PROTECTION

    The Barbados Association of Journalists & Media Workers (BARJAM) is cognisant that government and private employers are putting protocols to ensure the safety of employees to protect them from the coronavirus (Covid 19). We are equally cognizant that many media workers have to operate in a front line capacity daily, which brings them into frequent […]

    March 26, 2020Featured, HealthNo comments
  7. Risking it all: How Joel arrived in UK with nothing but a dream

    After nine hours and almost 7,000 miles, Joel Manning arrived at the University of Sunderland armed only with a dream. He had left behind his mum and brother at the family’s home in Saint Michael, Barbados, to take the next step towards achieving his life’s ambition. Joel, 27, has been playing cricket since he was […]

    December 9, 2019Education, FeaturedNo comments
  8. Barbados Association of Journalists and Media Workers (BARJAM) intervenes in CBC Pension Plight

    Government officials involved in the pension pay dispute of retrenched Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) workers are assuring them they are on top of the matter. “My investigations have revealed that the CBC and the Ministry responsible for CBC are continuing to work on having the money paid as soon as possible, but that a lack […]

    September 23, 2019Controversy, FeaturedNo comments
  9. Attorney General of #Barbados, Dale Marshall Speaks to Freedom Of Information 2

    More of Attorney General Dale Marshall‘s comments on addressing #Corruption as well as Medicinal #Cannabis as he spoke with media workers in #Barbados on Aug. 11th. Mr. Marshall outlined the background to many critical issues which affect #blogging and #journalism during the annual general meeting of the Barbados Association of #Journalists and Media Workers, it […]

    August 18, 2019Crime, Video GalleryNo comments
  10. Attorney General of #Barbados, Dale Marshall Speaks to Freedom Of Information 1

    This is the first part of Attorney General Dale Marshall‘s comments as he addressed media workers in #Barbados 11th Aug. Mr. Marshall outlined the background to many critical issues which affect blogging and journalism during the annual general meeting of the Barbados Association of #Journalists and Media Workers, this took place at the #Argentine Embassy, […]

    August 18, 2019Crime, Video GalleryNo comments
  11. IPI welcomes new Executive Board members

    Leading editors from the Philippines, Kenya and Nigeria have joined the Executive Board of the International Press Institute (IPI), a global network of editors, media executives and leading journalists for press freedom. At last week’s IPI World Congress in Geneva, Switzerland, the IPI General Assembly elected to the Executive Board Maria Ressa, CEO and executive […]

    June 15, 2019BusinessNo comments
  12. 2018: A Dark Year for Press Freedom Worldwide

    Around the world, press freedom faced a litany of attacks in 2018, as political leaders unwilling to accept scrutiny increasingly jail, prosecute or undermine the credibility of critical journalists. As many as 78 journalists were killed in 2018, according to the International Press Institute (IPI)’s Death Watch, as scores of murders in previous years remain mired […]

    December 28, 2018Breaking News, Controversy, FeaturedNo comments
  13. “MY DINNER WITH HERVÉ,” STARRING PETER DINKLAGE & JAMIE DORNAN, PREMIERES NOVEMBER 10, ONLY ON HBO

    Inspired by a real story, MY DINNER WITH HERVE explores the unlikely friendship between struggling journalist Danny Tate (Dornan) and Hervé Villechaize (Dinklage), the world’s most famous knife-wielding French dwarf actor, as it unfolds over one wild night in LA – an encounter that will have life-changing consequences for both. The film also stars Andy […]

    September 10, 2018Cinema, Video GalleryNo comments
  14. ‘A Private War’ – based on the amazing Life of Marie Colvin (Rosamund Pike)

    In a world where journalism is under attack, Marie Colvin (Rosamund Pike) is one of the most celebrated war correspondents of our time. Colvin is an utterly fearless and rebellious spirit, driven to the frontlines of conflicts across the globe to give voice to the voiceless, while constantly testing the limits between bravery and bravado. […]

    September 2, 2018Cinema, Controversy, Video GalleryNo comments
  15. Victoria Rubadiri: A Single Mother, Who Managed to Become a Star

    Victoria Rubadiri, a strong kind hearted woman with a reach volunteer experience. Find out how Victoria got on with teenage rejection after moving to the States, got pregnant at a very young age and why Victoria decided to move back to Kenya. These and many other facts you will be able to learn from the […]

    July 3, 2018Culture, FeaturedNo comments
  16. ANOTHER IMF TEAM COMING IN JULY

    Another team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will be in Barbados next month to begin negotiations with Government. Ms. Mottley told a press briefing at Government Headquarters: “The initial team was just a fact finding team. This team that comes now, from July 2 to 12, will actually be a negotiating team with the […]

    June 18, 2018Breaking News, Business, FeaturedNo comments
  17. HBO’S “REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER” RETURNS FOR ITS 16TH SEASON ON JANUARY 19TH

    REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER kicks off its 16th season this Friday, January 19th at 23hrs AST*, exclusively on HBO. Allowing Maher to offer his unique perspective on contemporary issues, the show includes an opening monologue, roundtable discussions with panelists and interviews with guests. Author Michael Wolff (Fire and Fury) is the top-of-show interview guest. […]

    January 24, 2018CinemaNo comments
  18. Former Barbadian top Cop suggests media plan for Castries police and rest of region

    A former top Barbados police officer, asserting that traditionally police forces in the region have shied away from the press, has said here that police forces in the region ought to have an official policy for dealing with the media. Hinds told reporters (in St Lucia) that traditionally police forces have avoided the media because […]

    September 4, 2017Breaking News, Crime, FeaturedNo comments
  19. Social Media Advantage with BajanReporter.com – Campaign Offer Until March 31st!

    Open right now is a 468×80 Leaderboard, a 250×250 Block and a 120×600 Tower for immediate usage, $575.00 includes Instagram, Facebook and Twitter alerts from now to September 1st while $695.00 includes Media Coverage of Corporate Events – this 6 month offer with BajanReporter.com is good until the end of March only! Made with http://biteable.com

    February 27, 2017Culture, Video GalleryNo comments
  20. BajanReporter.com goes where other media fear to tread…

    Learn more about Barbados’ 1st Online Newspaper! Made with http://biteable.com

    February 27, 2017Education, Video GalleryNo comments
  21. Simon Cowell in Barbados and enriches the lives of some of its 4 footed pals

    $250,207 BBD was raised for improved care of Barbadian canine population by the founder of American Idol, the X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent. Tony Martin is involved yet again, and sprang for a new van co-sponsored by Terra Caribean and Nassco Limited, this vehicle is to rescue stray or abandoned domesticated dogs. Rally competitor […]

    January 9, 2017Breaking News, Featured, NatureNo comments
  22. “Passports: Sale or Saviour?” By Sir Ronald Sanders

    On January 1st,, “60 minutes“, an investigative programme aired by the US television company, CBS Corporation, ran a segment on “Citizenship by Investment Programmes” (CIP) that are operated by several countries around the world. For reasons best known to itself, “60 minutes” focused on three Caribbean islands after paying merely a passing glance at Malta, […]

    January 9, 2017EditorialNo comments
  23. Barbadian Press Freedom – If you Graze not Grate, then it’s Great!

    “Emancipate yourselves from mental slavery, none but ourselves can free our minds!” – Marcus Garvey There are those who still get a surprise to learn Bob Marley‘s famous song was a quotation and not an original statement. The quotation is utterly appropriate as we proceed to enter Emancipation and August to examine Press Freedom… It has […]

    August 1, 2016Breaking News, EditorialNo comments
  24. Japanese journalist found not guilty of defaming South Korea’s President

    The International Press Institute (IPI) welcomes today’s Seoul Central District Court’s verdict that acquits former Sankei Shimbun Seoul bureau chief Tatsuya Kato of defaming President Park Geun-hye. Nonetheless, IPI reminds South Korean authorities that criminalising defamation falls dramatically short of international legal standards and has a chilling effect on journalists. “IPI welcomes Mr. Kato’s acquittal […]

    December 22, 2015Controversy, FeaturedNo comments
  25. “Ralph Gonsalves: a history making fourth term” by Ronald Sanders

    Dr Ralph Gonsalves is making history in St Vincent and the Grenadines as he starts a fourth term in office amidst objections as Kingstown’s Prime Minister. Having already completed fourteen years as Head of Government, within three years of the term to which he was elected on December 9, Gonsalves will overtake the record of former […]

    December 16, 2015EditorialNo comments