Police continuing investigations into unnatural death at St. Lawrence Christ Church
Investigations are continuing into the unnatural death of a man at Bamboo Road, St. Lawrence, Christ Church, on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Police have identified the deceased as 32-year-old Obrian Jerome Dixson of Bamboo Road, St. Lawrence, Christ Church. According to reports, police responded to a call made around 9:05 a.m. that an altercation had […]
Police probe shooting at Spooners Hill, St. Michael
Police at the District ‘A’ Station are investigating a shooting that occurred around 11 p.m. on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at Long Gap, Spooners Hill, St. Michael. According to reports, the victim was standing outside his residence when he heard multiple gunshots. He then realized he had been shot in the neck and right shoulder. […]
Police seek help in identifying person of interest
The Barbados Police Service (TBPS) is seeking the public’s assistance to help identify a person of interest seen in the video. The subject is wanted for questioning in connection with serious criminal matters. https://barbadostoday.bb/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Person-of-Interest-Video-2025-02-21.mp4 Anyone who can identify the person in the video contact the Criminal Investigations Department of the District ‘A’ Police Station at […]
CAF and Barbados sign USD 75 Million agreement to advance cultural heritage and tourism development
CAF – Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean and theGovernment of Barbados have signed a USD 75 million financing agreement to advance cultural heritage preservation, tourism, and modernisation of related infrastructure. The signing took place between Hon. Mia Mottley, Prime Minister of Barbados and Sergio Díaz-Granados, Executive President of CAF on the margins […]
Envoy to OAS urges Americas’ continued push for gender equality
Barbados’ envoy to the Organisation of American States (OAS), Vic Fernandes, on Wednesday called for intensified efforts to advance gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls across CARICOM nations and beyond. He told the OAS Permanent Council in Washington of the urgent need to dismantle deep-rooted biases in legal, religious, and family […]
CARICOM Summit: UN chief proposes fresh anti-gang Haiti security force
A new, more effective international security rescue plan for Haiti, aimed at combating violent gangs and paving the way for peace and stability in the Caribbean nation, is set to be proposed to the UN Security Council shortly, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has told CARICOM leaders. He announced plans to present a proposal for […]
CARICOM urged defend multilateralism as global powers retreat
Small island states in CARICOM must take a firm stand in defence of multilateralism as global powers increasingly abandon international agreements and institutions, Ambassador to CARICOM David Comissiong has warned. Ahead of the first full day of the leaders meeting at the CARICOM summit, Ambassador Comissiong noted threats posed by the weakening of global governance […]
Man to spend between four years and life in prison for elderly man’s death
A man who “tripped out” and brutally chopped an elderly man to death in his home six years ago — inflicting more than 40 wounds on him — could spend the rest of his life behind bars at Dodds Prison after a judge gave him an indeterminate sentence on Thursday. An indeterminate sentence is […]
Barbados Reggae Weekend 2025: Star-studded extravaganza set to rock the Rock
Get ready to Live the Vibez as Barbados Reggae Weekend (BRW) returns with a bang, promising an unforgettable three-day musical journey. Over the weekend of Friday, April 25, the National Botanical Gardens will transform into a reggae lover’s paradise, featuring an impressive lineup of legendary artistes and rising stars that’s sure to captivate audiences from […]
CARICOM debates high airport taxes cut amid calls for cheaper fares
Montserrat’s premier has ignited a debate on airport taxes at the CARICOM summit, arguing that high fees are hindering free movement within the 15-nation community. But Minister in the Ministry of Finance Ryan Straughn countered that reduced passenger volumes are driving up costs, despite recent fee cuts for regional travellers. In a strongly worded […]