Shawnaton Chase: Social care minister wants urgent action against tide of violence
Minister with responsibility for Crime Prevention Kirk Humphrey has condemned the fatal shooting of 13-year-old Shawnaton Chase as “nonsensical” and “unacceptable”, describing the incident as a national tragedy that demands immediate social intervention. The minister, who now oversees crime prevention, said the incident underscores the urgent need for both social and security interventions to protect […]
How Many More?
Too many families are mourning and heartbroken on this small island. I am reminded of these words of John King’s rendition, How Many More? Rose up early this morning To the sound of crying Another mother shedding her t-e-a-r-s oh Jah Why all the pain and suffering? Why all the senseless killing? Could it […]
The US “joining” the Commonwealth: an unreasonable expectation
Recent media stories have suggested that King Charles III could “invite” the United States to join the Commonwealth of Nations. Yet, as Professor Philip Murphy, director of the History and Policy Institute of Historical Research in London, wrote in The Times on March 23, membership in the Commonwealth “is not in the King’s gift”. […]
Grand Kadooment 2025: Plans for bigger, better climax
As Grand Kadooment 2025 approaches, organisers are working to address past challenges and enhance the climax of the Crop Over festival, with plans for an earlier start time and improved logistics. The event, which saw significant changes in its 2024 edition, is expected to draw a larger crowd this year, with more bands participating. […]
A parent’s clarion call to action. Unfathomable loss and tragedy.
On behalf of the parents in my groups, nationally and regionally, and on behalf of my family, I would like to extend heartfelt condolences and sympathies to the parents of young Shawnaton Chase, and to the rest of his family, his friends, and all those who loved and cherished him. We also try to understand […]
Surrey hails return of “King Kemar” to County circuit
Barbados and West Indies fast bowler Kemar Roach has been hailed as “The King”, and his return to the English County circuit has been heralded. It was announced on Friday that the pace ace will be back in the colours of Surrey and will be there for the first four four-day first-class matches of the […]
Union questions tests for teacher recruitment despite push away from ‘exam culture’
The government’s new procedures for recruiting master teachers and education officers have been strongly condemned by the island’s primary school teachers’ union, which is seeking an urgent meeting with education authorities to clarify the process. The Barbados Union of Teachers (BUT) met on Thursday evening to discuss the contentious recruitment process and has taken the […]