Course on trauma and social work available
Interested persons are invited to sign up for the Barbados Community College’s (BCC) three-month course on Trauma and Social Work. The continuing education course will introduce participants to the frameworks used for understanding trauma, while expanding their knowledge and skills about the techniques required by those working in a trauma-informed social work practice. Additionally, they […]
Bradshaw, Browne say youth in particular face challenges
There has been an explosion of mental illnesses, reaching crisis levels, especially among young people, two ministers disclosed on Monday. As they reopened the Recreational and Occupational Therapy Department buildings at the Psychiatric Hospital in Black Rock, Acting Prime Minister Santia Bradshaw and Acting Minister of Health Dr Sonia Browne expressed deep concern about the […]
Time to make home insurance a priority
As the Christmas season approaches, we are conscious that it is almost inevitable for some family to experience the tragic loss of a home or business to fire. It is something that we sincerely hope will not be experienced by anyone, but in the usual hustle of the Yuletide season, the level of attention we […]
‘Ninja Man’ charged with stealing artefacts from Parliament museum
Street character Anthony Fitzpatrick Lynch, more popularly known as Ninja Man, has been charged with stealing over $100 000 in historical artefacts from the Museum of Parliament. Appearing in the District ‘A’ Magistrates Court before Magistrate Manila Renee, the 69-year-old of no place of abode is accused of entering the museum as a trespasser between […]
#BTColumn – Bridging the Cybersecurity Gap: Barbados’ Path to Digital Safety
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the author(s) do not represent the official position of Barbados TODAY. By Steven Williams A few months back, someone asked me about the most probable method to compromise the cybersecurity defences of local entities, particularly in Barbados’ financial sector. After a moment’s thought, I was reminded of the […]
Hope’s ton carries Windies to victory over England
Captain Shai Hope produced a sublime masterclass in the form of his 16th One-Day International hundred as West Indies pulled off a record run chase to stun England by four wickets in the opening ODI in Antigua on Sunday. Asked to chase a demanding 326 at the Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium, the home side overhauled […]