Roach hits $1.5 m jackpot
Deighton Roach was playing the lottery since its inception in 2005. Fifteen years later he has over one million reasons to smile as he collected a cheque for $1 567 000, becoming the first Mega 6 winner…
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Five people in isolation, no new virus cases
The 37 people tested for novel coronavirus (COVID-19) yesterday were all negative, keeping Barbados’ tally of confirmed cases for the viral illness at 97. The Ministry of Health and Wellness said The…
US Supreme Court blocks Trump’s bid to end ‘Dreamers’ programme
WASHINGTON – The United States Supreme Court on Thursday dealt President Donald Trump a major setback on his hardline immigration policies, blocking his bid to end a program that protects from deportation…
Students to access free CSEC exam app
Students preparing for Caribbean Examination Council (CXC) Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) final examinations in July, will benefit from a collaboration between the Ministry of Education…
QEH visiting hours suspended, exceptions with strict guidelines
Visiting hours at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) are still suspended due to the ongoing novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. However, there are exceptions being permitted for the following categories…
Sir Anthony Bryan laid to rest
Publisher of The Barbados Advocate Sir Anthony Bryan was today remembered as a self-made businessman from humble beginnings, who built a successful media empire with Caribbean reach. Close to 100 mourners,…
COVID-19 Framework for Day Nurseries and Preschools
Government today issued a COVID-19 Framework for the Recommencement of Day Nurseries and Preschools. Day nurseries and preschools were closed as part of measures to limit spread of the novel coronavirus…
Visiting hours still suspended at QEH
As COVID-19 restrictions continue to be relaxed across Barbados, visting hours remain suspended at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH). In a media release, management at the QEH says this is “due to…
VIDEO: Nutrition and You 2
Nation News has teamed up with the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Barbados to bring you tips for healthier eating. Start next week with a plan for healthy meals. Planning your weekly meals before…
Former officer charged in Brooks’ death
ATLANTA – The death of the 27-year-old Brooks – another in a long line of African-Americans killed by police – further heightened racial concerns in the United States at a time of national soul-searching…