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  1. 13 year old girl from Enterprise, Ch Ch is Missing

    Police urge Bajans to help locate missing 13 year old Hailey Naomi Taliah Howard from Lower Carters Gap, Enterprise, Christ Church.    DESCRIPTION: She was last seen by her uncle, Shane Gravesande 40 years of Waterhall Land, Eagle Hall, St. Michael at his residence about 12:25 am on 28th May 2023.  At the time she […]

    May 29, 2023Controversy, FeaturedNo comments
  2. General Accident Customer Appreciation: Young Brand, Decades of Experience May 24, 2023Culture, Photo GalleryNo comments
  3. Women’s Rugby Bajan Pride Dominate Scorpions

    On a windy Saturday afternoon (May 13) at the Garrison Savannah, the Bajan Pride women’s team dominated arch-rivals Scorpions in a fast-paced and exciting match. Bajan Pride scored first with a quick try from Marissa Browne. The combination of Browne and Quintyne proved to be very successful, as they quickly added another try and conversion […]

    May 17, 2023Featured, RugbyNo comments
  4. Business and Professional Womens Club Literacy Programme, April 18 to May 23rd 2023

    The Business and Professional Women’s Club of Barbados launched a financial literacy programme in 2022 delivered via ZOOM to empower women in Barbados and the wider Caribbean. The programme focuses on the financial wellness, confidence and security of women living on low incomes and builds capacity through a unique programme that combines six-week long instruction […]

    April 2, 2023Business, Photo GalleryNo comments
  5. Tracy Berkeley named as Bermuda Tourism Authority’s new CEO

    Tracy Berkeley has been named as the chief executive of the Bermuda Tourism Authority after nine months as interim head. A BTA spokesman said Ms Berkeley, who joined the organisation in January 2020, is the first woman to hold the post. “Ms Berkeley has worked tirelessly to stabilise the organisation for increased team productivity, raised […]

    March 23, 2023Featured, TravelNo comments
  6. Country Songstress To Release New Music, Including Original, “Straight-Up Country Crazy”

    Country singer-songwriter Brei Carter announces new music is on the way for 2023 via her recent global music distribution partnership with Brown Lee Entertainment & The Orchard. Carter puts a slightly sultry, yet sophisticated southern touch on a Kris Kristofferson classic tune, “For The Good Times,” available April 14 everywhere cutting the song with established Nashville producer and composer Curt Ryle (Taylor […]

    March 16, 2023MusicNo comments
  7. NO HARD FEELINGS (2023) Jennifer Lawrence, Comedy

    Lawrence’s character portrays the “ne’er-do-well” who answers a Craigslist ad that was placed to hire a date for an introverted and socially awkward teen boy, by his mother and father, who also just so happens to be preparing for college soon.

    March 13, 2023Cinema, Video GalleryNo comments
  8. BARBADIAN WOMEN ADVANCED DIGITALLY, SO SAYS PEOPLE EMPOWERMENT MINISTER AT UNITED NATIONS

    Women in Barbados have made significant progress in every sphere of endeavour, according to the Minister of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs (MPEA), Kirk Humphrey. Mr Humphrey added the Mia Mottley Administration recognises Digital literacy and innovation must address both access and affordability to achieve gender parity. He also pointed out to the global assembly some […]

    March 9, 2023Featured, PoliticalNo comments
  9. International Women’s Day? How about a Dude in Distress? GHOSTED (2023) Chris Evans, Ana de Armas March 8, 2023Cinema, Video GalleryNo comments
  10. TEENAGER FROM WANSTEAD GARDENS IS LATEST MISSING PERSON

    The Barbados Police Service is seeking the assistance of the General Public, in locating missing girl Jade Sapphire Patricia Cole 15 years of #29 Apartment 4, Wanstead Gardens, St. Michael.  DESCRIPTION: She also has scars on both hands and bad acne in her face. She looks older than her age. She usually likes to be […]

    March 2, 2023Breaking News, Controversy, FeaturedNo comments
  11. Pitch Beach 10 am to 3 pm, 4th January 2023 – Needham’s Point

    How It Works: Our Angels have pre-committed capital to be deployed in Barbados. ?Local women entrepreneurs that sign up are welcome to pitch the Angels on the beach.?We’ve got the umbrellas and chairs set up to create a private space to learn more about the Barbados tech scene. Eligibility: Founders have until the end of […]

    December 29, 2022Business, Photo GalleryNo comments
  12. People Empowerment Minister vows full cooperation with UN House

    The Gender Affairs Bureau of the Ministry of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs was in focus at United Nations House in Hastings, Christ Church recently – in a special Lighting Ceremony to celebrate the relaunching of the Partnership for Peace programme. The MPEA Minister recalled his childhood in the Pine where most residences were headed […]

    December 14, 2022Featured, PoliticalNo comments
  13. LeadHERship Institute’s observation of 16 days of Activism with Self Defense Classes

    16 Days of Activism commences on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, November 25 each year, and raises awareness about Gender Based Violence. The campaign was started in 1991 and asks individuals and organizations around the world to call for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls. They saw […]

    November 23, 2022Martial Arts, Photo GalleryNo comments
  14. Alethea discusses recent tour experience and upcoming music projects

    Trinbagonian singer-songwriter, instrumentalist, composer and Pop/Rock performer Alethea Beharry looks back at her recently concluded 2022 FemCore Tour experience with a genuine feeling of gratitude for goals achieved and lessons learned. She now looks to the future with enthusiasm to contribute even more through her talents and event promotion capabilities. The FemCore Tour, a series […]

    November 14, 2022MusicNo comments
  15. 32nd NATIONAL TRIATHLON CHAMPIONSHIP 2022

    The premier event on the Barbados Federation of Island Triathletes calendar was just contested by 80 athletes, more than half of which flew in from abroad to compete at the 32nd National Triathlon Championships last weekend. Held at the Brandons Beach and the Mighty Grynner Highway, several seasoned triathletes and persons bold enough to put […]

    November 1, 2022Athletics, Breaking News, FeaturedNo comments
  16. Ruling Parliamentarian Accused of Assault, BLP’s leader addresses situation at 83rd AGC

    Officers from the Oistins Police Station have charged Neil Gabriel Rowe 43 years of #658 Kingsland Terrace, Christ Church in relation to an accusation of Rape. Readers would be aware of the following changes made to Cabinet… Effective Wednesday, Oct. 26th 1. Jerome Walcott – Sr. Minister of the Social Sectors and Environment) now will […]

    October 23, 2022Political, Video GalleryNo comments
  17. Lila Iké Runs Kingston’s Streets in “Dinero”

    Lila Iké, the Jamaican-born singer and songwriter, has been lauded for her soothing vocal prowess, truth-speaking lyrics and versatile delivery. Today, she showcases her sonic range with her hard-hitting dancehall anthem “Dinero,” produced by Sean Alaric. Lila flows with bravado and grace, commanding the frenetic energy of Kingston’s streets in this accompanying Samo-directed visual. Growing […]

    October 18, 2022Music, Video GalleryNo comments
  18. Castries’ PM Congratulates St Lucia’s 1st Female Commissioner of Police, thanks outgoing Desir

    St Lucia’s Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre congratulated Mrs. Crusita Descartes-Pelius on her appointment as Acting Commissioner of Police while thanking Mr. Milton Desir for his service to Castries as its Top Cop. Desir, whose contract ends on December 9, proceeded on vacation leave on Friday. “I would also like to thank Mr. Milton Desir […]

    October 18, 2022Breaking News, Crime, FeaturedNo comments
  19. $84,500 richer with Spot 7 Double Draw jackpot win and The Barbados Lottery

    Isolene Waterman is $84,500 richer as the 2nd Spot 7 Double Draw winner for 2022, with The Barbados Lottery.   Ms. Waterman indicated that even though she has had other smaller wins playing the Double Draw game, she was excited and happy to receive her first big win with The Barbados Lottery. She purchased her winning Spot 7 ticket with the numbers 10, […]

    October 16, 2022Breaking News, Featured, GamesNo comments
  20. Barbadian Journalist Participates in USA Sponsored Leadership Program

    Krystal Hoyte, a multimedia journalist at Barbados’ national broadcaster, Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), has been selected to participate in the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).  Krystal will participate in a project titled, “A Global Moment in Time: Photojournalists Document the Challenges and Opportunities in the COVID Era“.” U.S. Embassy spokesperson Donald […]

    October 13, 2022Education, FeaturedNo comments
  21. Soroptimist International of Barbados Launches Sister Forward Masterclass Series for Female Entrepreneurs

    “When you educate a man you educate an individual, when you educate a woman, you educate a nation”. This popular quote, said President of Soroptimist International of Barbados (SI Barbados), Amanda Lynch-Foster, communicates the mission and purpose of the club’s Sister Forward Academy which was launched last Saturday, October 1, 2022. “As it so happens […]

    October 10, 2022BusinessNo comments
  22. The LeadHERship Institute launches “The Future is Her” Workshop

    As the world celebrates the 10th Anniversary of International Day of the Girl, the LeadHERship Institute launches The Future is Her, a one-day workshop to be hosted on October 11, 2022 in Barbados and Antigua concurrently. The social enterprise established in March 2022 will bring together a dynamic team of women to educate and inspire […]

    October 8, 2022Education, Photo GalleryNo comments
  23. Barbados Chapter of IWF presents business attire to 65 young persons

    The International Women’s Forum (IWF) Barbados ensured that sixty-five young people were “Suited for Success” by presenting the business attire to participants who completed the employability Programs of the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Community Empowerment, (MYSCE) Howard said that sixty-five young persons had completed the Pathways Programme and Get Hired Programme, to prepare for the world […]

    October 1, 2022FashionNo comments
  24. United Nations Announces 17 New Young Leaders for Sustainable Development Goals

    The United Nations today announced the latest group of 17 Young Leaders for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), during the start of the 77th session of the UN General Assembly. Every two years, the Office of the Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth recognizes 17 young change-makers who are leading efforts to combat the world’s most pressing […]

    September 26, 2022PoliticalNo comments
  25. Barbadian author Participates on International Writing Programme

    Barbadian author Cherie Jones has been selected to participate in the 2022 International Writing Program (IWP) Fall Residency which will be hosted by the University of Iowa.  The IWP, which is funded by the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, brings together emerging and mid-career writers from around the world to Iowa […]

    August 27, 2022Books, FeaturedNo comments