PM: Major overhaul for the QEH
Barbados’ health care system has to be brought fully into the 21st century and it must be “allowed to cater to the needs of ordinary Barbadians “who may not have the money to go to private clinics, but…
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Make gender abuse a ‘national security issue’
Gender-based violence must be treated as a national security issue, says programme specialist on economic empowerment at UN Women, Isiuwa Iyahen. She was responding to findings from the Conduct of…
Dr George: Brace for Covid-19
It’s only a matter of time before the Covid-19 virus reaches the island’s shores. That was the warning sounded by acting Chief Medical Officer Dr Kenneth George. He told Starcom Network yesterday that…
Sold out!
There will be standing room only at the Garrison Savannah for the 39th running of the Sandy Lane Barbados Gold Cup race today. Tickets for the popular grandstand have been sold out since January and…
Mighty battle for Gold Cup
Favourite Renaisance Frolic and defending champion Celestial Storm are on course for a mighty showdown at the historic Garrison Savannah today. Shortly after 5 p.m. thousands of racing enthusiasts…
Brit attacked and beaten
Police are investigating an apparent attack on a British worker on Tuesday. A bruised and bloodied Lindsay Alexander was taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital by ambulance after the incident, which…
Clyde Turney passes at 86
Attorney Gittens Clyde Turney QC passed away yesterday. His partner Corrie Scott made the announcement on social media today. He was 86. “The world feels emptier already without this larger…
Heavy fines for kites in restricted zones
The Barbados Civil Aviation Department has received reports of kite flying in low flying aircraft districts. Persons who fly kites are reminded that such activity is dangerous to low flying aircraft…
Government of Barbados warns against misuse of social media
The Government of Barbados has cautioned residents against the abuse of social media to spread false and malicious information designed to mislead the public. This warning comes in response to the…
WANTED: Travis Orin Campbell
Travis Orin Campbell is wanted by the Royal Barbados Police Force. A bulletin was issued today for the 19-year-old, alias “O Block” or “Darkman”, of no fixed place of abode, in connection with serious…