Animal rights group bemoan delay in Sparky case
Animal rights group Be Their Voice Inc., will have to wait a bit longer in their efforts to gain the justice they believe Sparky, a dog who was drowned by its owner, deserves. On Monday, head of the organisation Lavern Beresford told Barbados TODAY that after several court hearings, the group was no closer […]
Strategies to improve employee health, safety and wellbeing
A new year offers employers the opportunity to refocus on workplace safety. The volume of accident and near-miss reports which circulated in the media during 2024 arguably raised the question of whether employers are satisfying their obligation under the Safety and Health At Work Act, Chapter 356 to identify workplace hazards. Hazards present within […]
As US eases Cuba sanctions, CARICOM ambassador says go further
Outgoing US President Joe Biden’s plans to remove Cuba from a list of state sponsors of terrorism have been welcomed by Barbados’ Caribbean envoy, but concerns remain about the continuation of other sanctions against the communist regime. Ambassador to CARICOM David Comissiong urged for more comprehensive measures to alleviate the economic pressure on Havana, […]
Principals welcome security guards in schools
In a move to address long-standing safety issues, the Ministry of Education has deployed 38 security guards across 35 schools. But while welcoming the move, administrators warned that vulnerabilities persist at some schools and pressed for further action to ensure student and staff safety. President of the Association of Public Primary School Principals, Olwin Walker, […]
Tuesday was Captains’ Day ahead of the tournament which bowls off this weekend in Malaysia
West Indies captain Samara Ramnath and some of the game’s future stars converged at the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur for the Captains’ Day photoshoot ahead of the 2025 U19 Women’s T20 World Cup. Escorted downtown into the Malaysian capital during a bustling Tuesday morning, skippers of the 16 teams posed with the tournament […]
PSV operators to boost security amid rising crime concerns
Public service vehicle (PSV) operators are set to tighten security measures this year in response to a surge in violent crime, the head of the private transport owners group revealed on Tuesday. The move, which includes the introduction of cashless fares and surveillance cameras, comes as police express alarm over a spate of murders and […]
Marine biology expert urges survey to assess sewage damage at Graeme Hall Sanctuary
The recent multimillion-dollar acquisition of Barbados’ largest remaining mangrove forest has been hailed by leading fisheries and marine expert Professor Robin Mahon as a significant move towards preserving this vital ecological site. But he has urged the new owner and authorities to prioritise an environmental survey to assess the long-term damage caused by years of […]
A familiar turn in US-Cuba relations
The Biden administration is expected to remove Cuba from the United States’ list of state sponsors of terrorism—a decision that evokes a sense of déjà vu. This is not the first time Cuba has been placed on, and subsequently removed from, this contentious list. The cyclical nature of US-Cuba relations underscores the intersection of […]
Banks urge high vigilance
The Barbados Bankers Association (TBBA) is cautioning nationals to be vigilant when considering investment offers that promise large returns in a short timeframe with little to no effort and risks. In recent times, the association has been made aware of certain “schemes” alluring Barbadian nationals. TBBA President Shimon McIntosh-President said that while Barbadians […]