Celebrating The Life Of Errol Walton Barrow
Acclaimed as the Father of Barbados’ Independence, The Right Excellent Errol Walton Barrow was born in the parish of St Lucy on January 21, 1920. The son of the late Rev Reginald Grant Barrow and the late Ruth nee O’Neal, Errol was the nephew of National Hero The Right Excellent Dr Charles Duncan O’Neal, founder […]
Agard proud of NUPW’s impact over 80 years
By Rawle Toney The National Union of Public Workers (NUPW) is commemorating its 80th anniversary, with President Kimberly Agard highlighting the significant contributions made by the Trade Union since its establishment on January 22, 1944. Agard spoke during the Founders Day Service at Calvary Moravian Church on Sunday, where she and other NUPW members gathered […]
Republican Ron DeSantis says he’s suspending U.S. presidential campaign
(AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis suspended his Republican presidential campaign Sunday just before the New Hampshire primary and endorsed Donald Trump, ending a White House bid that failed to meet expectations that he would emerge as a serious challenger to the former president. “It’s clear to me that a majority of Republican primary voters […]
A time to reflect on Errol Borrow’s commitment to service: DLP President
By Rawle Toney At a church service commemorating Barbados’ first Prime Minister, Errol Barrow, leader of the Democratic Labour Party (DLP), Dr Ronnie Yearwood, urged the nation to purge itself of those who do not adhere to the principles laid out by the party’s founding leader. The DLP was formed in 1955 by Borrow, along […]
Bumper crowd for Fish and Dragon Festival
Barbadian and Chinese culture melded together during the 10th Annual Fish and Dragon Festival at the Garfield Sobers Complex Saturday evening. The family-oriented event was coordinated by the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Barbados and the Central Bank of Barbados. With the return to live performances since the COVID-19 pandemic, there was […]
#BTColumn – Journey to wellness: Balancing mind, body and relationships in 2024
“He gives me new strength. He leads me on paths that are right for the good of His name. Even if I walk through a very dark valley, I will not be afraid, because You are with me. Your rod and Your shepherd’s staff comfort me.” – Psalm 23:3-4 By Dr Basil Springer In last […]
BMS issues small craft advisory, warns of dangers of large open water swells
The Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) has issued a small craft advisory due to above-normal swell heights. 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 […]
Women and children are the main victims of the Israel-Hamas war with 16,000 killed, UN says
(AP) — A United Nations agency report on Friday has revealed that women and children are the main victims in the Israel-Hamas war, with some 16,000 killed. According to the Associated Press (AP) approximately two mothers have been killed every hour since Hamas’ surprise attack on Israel on October 7 last year. As a result […]
NUPW: Put brakes on planned increase in insurance premiums
The National Union of Public Workers (NUPW) President, Kimberley Agard, has come out in support of residents who have asked insurance companies to rethink and put the brakes on the planned increase in insurance premiums. Recently the General Insurance Association announced that insurance premiums are set to rise very soon, but Agard said this news […]
#BTColumn – Getting supervisory management right
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the author(s) do not represent the official position of Barbados TODAY. By Dennis De Peiza The workplace is expected to function on a body of established standards that are to be monitored and enforced by management. It must be made abundantly clear that these standards are meant to […]