Pope Francis in critical condition following ‘respiratory crisis,’ Vatican says
The Vatican said on Saturday that Pope Francis’s health had deteriorated over the past 24 hours and for the first time described his condition as “critical,” reporting he had needed supplemental oxygen and blood transfusions. In a statement, the Vatican said the 88-year-old Francis, who has double pneumonia, had suffered a “prolonged asthma-like respiratory crisis.” […]
Student ‘absence’ from Agrofest despite midterm break
The island’s premier agricultural exhibition was hailed as a resounding success on its first day but its chief organiser voiced concerns over the lack of student participation, calling on the Ministry of Education to ensure that future events allow for greater youth engagement. Celebrating 19 years of Agrofest, Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Agricultural […]
QEH: Another significant surge in patient numbers at AED
The Accident and Emergency Department (AED) is currently experiencing another significant surge in patient numbers, according to a statement from the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH). According to the hospital, this increase is mainly due to a rise in cases related to influenza, uncontrolled non-communicable diseases (CNCDs), and trauma cases, which include patients with gunshot or […]
Mr Executive’s founder puts accent on guiding young men
Founder and producer of the Mr Executive Interschool Business and Gentleman’s Challenge, Winston Cumberbatch, wants to see greater focus on the importance of mentorship and guidance for young men, particularly during their early years of secondary school life. He told the EduCreations Caribbean and the Barbados Entrepreneurship Foundation graduation ceremony of the 2025 Mr Executive […]
Prime Minister Mottley pays tribute to late historian Pedro Welch
Prime Minister Mia Mottley has issued a statement on the passing of Pedro Welch, reflecting on his contributions to Barbados as a historian and educator. Below is the full statement: While we can never predict for whom, or when, the hand of death will reach into our communities, there are still those occasions when we […]
Historian Pedro Welch dies
Dr Pedro Welch, a distinguished historian and educator, died late Friday, according to reports. A prominent figure in Caribbean academia, Dr Welch was known for his extensive contributions to the fields of social and medical history. Details on his death were not immediately available. A retired professor at the University of the West Indies at […]
Ellerton whip Deacons to go third
Ellerton hammered Deacons Club 3-0 to move into third on the points table, along with Paradise, who secured a comfortable 4-0 win against Pride of Gall Hill, in the Barbados Football Association Premier League on Thursday. The St. George-based Ellerton, and Dover outfit Paradise, now both have 12 points following the double-header at Valery. Ellerton […]
BFA community tour celebrates National Peace Programme success
Reaffirming its commitment to use the power of football to help develop the nation’s youth, the Barbados Football Association (BFA) hosted a community tour last Saturday to celebrate the continued success of its partnership with the National Peace Programme (NPP), in collaboration with the Government of Barbados. Through this partnership, the BFA currently facilitates both […]
Saint Lucia PM wants more initiatives to tackle youth unemployment, crime
As Saint Lucia marks its 46th anniversary of independence on Saturday, Prime Minister Philip Pierre has called for greater initiatives to tackle youth unemployment and crime. Speaking at the Saint Lucia Community of Barbados Independence Awards Ceremony at the 3Ws Oval, Cave Hill Campus, on Thursday, Pierre highlighted the nation’s recent economic strides. “For the […]
BABA has new format for this year’s President’s Cup
There will be a key change in the format for this year’s President’s Cup. In a media announcement Friday, the Barbados Amateur Basketball Association (BABA) said in an effort to enhance the competition and showcase the best of local basketball, the tournament will now feature a single game knockout format for the first round, before […]