Kyle Mayers to replace injured Brandon King
Barbadian Kyle Mayers has been added to the West Indies squad as replacement for Brandon King ahead of their crucial ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Super Eight clash against United States. The left-hander’s approval was confirmed by the tournament’s Event Technical Committee on Friday. Mayers, who has played 37 T20Is, was named as a replacement […]
Not impressed by sugar harvest
The recent information on the status of the 2024 sugar crop presented by Minister of Agriculture Indar Weir suggests that the performance of the industry will be on par with last year or will surpass it slightly. These production statistics, which are very paltry, are likely to impress Minister Weir and the government, but not […]
Light & Power celebrates 113th anniversary with community contributions
The Barbados Light & Power Company (Light & Power) recently celebrated its 113th anniversary, marking over a century of dedicated service to the nation. In recognition of this significant milestone, Light & Power is hosting a week of celebratory activities, which commenced with a special Service of Thanksgiving. During the service, the company underscored its […]
BUT says previous request to meet not facilitated
Classes at St Giles Primary School in Back Ivy, St Michael were abruptly interrupted on Thursday as teachers called in sick en masse, prompting some parents to collect their children early. Teachers took the action in a bid to draw attention to a number of their outstanding grievances, Barbados TODAY has learnt. Barbados Union of […]
Man dead after early morning stabbing incident
Police are continuing investigations into the death of a man who was stabbed at a residence/bar in Seclusion Gardens, Black Rock, St Michael in the wee hours of Frday. They said they received the report about 1:15 a.m. When police went to the scene, they found the victim, seated in a makeshift chair, with several […]
Visitor found dead in pool at St James hotel
The death of a visitor staying at a St James hotel on Thursday is now the subject of a police investigation. According to a police statement, officers were summoned to Palm Resort in Sunset Crest after an employee discovered a man’s body at the bottom of a swimming pool there. Police from the Marine Unit […]
Sports tourism boosts economy – BTMI official
Sports continue to play a vital role in the tourism industry, according to Sports Manager at the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc (BTMI) Kamal Springer. Speaking to pupils at Eagle Hall Primary School as part of their Male Week initiative, Springer highlighted the significant economic impact of sports tourism on the island. Addressing the theme, Today’s […]
Sammy says West Indies has what it takes to prevail in next crucial World Cup matches
Beating USA and South Africa is now the main focus for the West Indies after the boys in maroon suffered their first defeat of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup to England, on Wednesday night. Head coach Daren Sammy says all remaining games in the World Cup are must-win encounters if the West Indies are […]
Eminent agriculturalist donates book collection
Dr Chelston Brathwaite, a renowned Barbadian agricultural scientist and former director general of the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA), has donated his personal collection of over 200 books to the Ministry of Agriculture’s library. The donation ceremony, held on Thursday at the ministry’s Graeme Hall headquarters, was attended by dignitaries including Permanent Secretary […]
Bajan agriculturalist proposes Caribbean food security agency
A prominent agricultural expert has called for the establishment of a regional food security agency, citing compounding challenges facing the region’s drive to feed itself. Dr Chelston Brathwaite, former Director General of the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA), made the appeal at the unveiling of a book collection in his name donated to […]