Worker – or a professional? Decide
Among the many principles to which the labour movement subscribes and identifies when it comes to the display of professionalism by an employee or employee are conducting oneself responsibly, reflecting a high level of integrity, accountability, discipline, and excellence in the delivery of service as part of one’s duties. Being respectful, courteous, conscientious, cooperative, and […]
A celebration of resilience
The Criminal Justice Research and Planning Unit and the National Peace Programme are committed to making a positive impact within our communities. On Saturday night at the Accra Beach Hotel, the stage was set for a celebration of resilience, empowerment, and progress with The Youth Showcase and Appreciation Awards Ceremony. The collaborative effort between the […]
Haiti wonders what’s next as gang violence surges and the push for a UN peacekeeping mission flops
W hen Kenyan police arrived in Haiti as part of a U.N.-backed mission earlier this year to tackle gang violence, hopes were high. Coordinated gang attacks on prisons, police stations and the main international airport had crippled the country’s capital and forced the prime minister to resign, plunging Haiti into an unprecedented crisis. But the […]
People of English-speaking Caribbean freer than most in the world
If you live in an English-speaking Caribbean country, do you consider yourself freer and more fortunate than many others around the world? In a world where freedoms are under siege—where journalists are imprisoned, political dissent is silenced, persons are jailed without trial, and religious leaders are persecuted—residents of the Commonwealth Caribbean enjoy liberties that are […]
Retirees helping others and helping themselves
“And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.” – Hebrews 13:16 In retirement, many seek to fill our days with meaning, purpose, and connections. Having led productive lives, we finally have the time to give back in new ways. This gift of time can […]
Special century from Greaves and late wickets put west indies in control of 1st test against Bangladesh
A scintillating maiden unbeaten century from Justin Greaves, along with two late evening wickets from pacers Alzarri Joseph and Jayden Seales, has placed the West Indies in control of the first Test against Bangladesh at stumps on Day Two at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. Justin Greaves etched his name into West Indies cricket history […]
Vector Control Unit to fog St James and St Michael
The Ministry of Health and Wellness’ fogging exercise will be conducted in a number of St James and St Michael districts this week. The Vector Control Unit will fog areas in St James, for the first three days of the week. On Monday it will target Bakers, Sion Hill, Turtleback Ridge, Sion Hill Terrace No. […]
National Independence Honour for India’s Prime Minister
Prime Minister of the Republic of India, Narendra Modi, will be conferred with Barbados’ highest national honour – the Honorary Freedom of Barbados. This award will be presented at a formal Ceremony and Parade on the 58th Anniversary of Barbados’ Independence and the Third Anniversary of the transition to republican status on November 30 at Kensington […]