NPC road excavation works now on Monday
The National Petroleum Corporation (NPC) has advised that road excavation works on Coleridge Street, St. Michael, which were scheduled for tomorrow, Sunday, January 21, will now take place on Monday, January 22, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. This will result in road closures in the surrounding areas of High Street, Lucas Street, and James […]
Small craft advisory in effect
A small craft advisory is in effect for Barbados. A small craft advisory is issued when sustained winds of 20 to 25 knots and/or sea swells of 2.5 to 3.0 metres (eight to 10 feet) and/or reduced visibility (less than 10 kilometres but greater than five kilometres) are affecting or forecast to affect the marine […]
6 nuns kidnapped in Haiti while travelling on bus, religious leaders say
(AP) — Six nuns were kidnapped Friday in Haiti as they travelled on a bus through the capital, according to religious leaders. The nuns were accompanied by an undetermined number of unidentified people on the bus who also were kidnapped, according to a statement by the Haitian Conference of the Religious. It said the nuns […]
Animal Flower Cave ‘up, running and busy’
After suffering substantial damage with the passage of Tropical Storm Bret last June, the Animal Flower Cave is “back up and running” as it enjoys a busy winter tourist season, its owner said Thursday. The ocean cave on the island’s northern tip, with its natural limestone floor, sea anemones and rock pools, was abuzz with […]
BRA: Issuance of tax refunds now complete
The Barbados Revenue Authority has completed the issuance of tax refunds for 2022 Reverse Tax Credits and 2022 Personal Income Tax. The Authority’s Headquarter Services leader, Carolyn Williams-Gayle noted that Personal Income Tax (PIT) refunds and Reverse Tax Credit (RTC) payments were issued to over 44,000 taxpayers in December. “In total, $42.2 million was paid […]
CIBC FirstCaribbean fulfilling special needs
Term two started with a boost for the Hilda Skeene Primary School’s special unit as it received educational materials which will allow teachers to create lessons and activities to appeal to the students’ various learning styles. The materials were not those associated with lessons of bygone days; instead, they included small karaoke machines, toys, puzzles, […]
Government taking steps to address housing challenges
Government is taking significant steps to address housing challenges and provide enhanced social assistance for individuals and families in need of rent aid. Recent data indicates a gradual decrease in applications for rent assistance, a trend attributed to the country’s recovery from COVID-19 and the resumption of normal economic activities. Minister of People Empowerment and […]
Law Reform Commission: Tribute to Justice Jefferson Cumberbatch
Jeff Cumberbatch had an outstanding career as an academic lawyer. He lectured and tutored hundreds of students from the Commonwealth Caribbean who went on to distinguish themselves as lawyers in their respective country. Jeff was particularly proud of the contribution that he had made towards the development and careers of a large number of Commonwealth […]
Parris wants steps taken to safeguard Blackbelly Sheep population
By Rawle Toney Barbados should establish a robust breeding programme for Blackbelly Sheep before entering into further exporting agreements, according to the President of the Barbados Sheep Farmers. Rommel Parris said such a programme would serve as a proactive measure to mitigate potential losses. Speaking at a youth seminar on sheep nutrition, hosted by the […]
Cancer Society makes appeal as raffle winners collect prizes
President of the Barbados Cancer Society (BCS), Professor David Rosin, has urged the public to participate in its annual raffle “to save lives”, and also issued another call for more men to be tested. Professor Rosin made the appeal during Thursday’s announcement of the BCS’ raffle winners at the organisation’s headquarters in Henry’s Lane, St […]