De Big Show ready for Crop Over

De Barbados Public Workers Co-operative Credit Union Ltd Big Show gave Barbadians and a few tourists a taste of what it is offering for the Crop Over Festival when it launched on Saturday night at Hilton Barbados. Some legends, veteran and emerging …

Schools to close for mid-term break Friday

Man remanded on drug and ammunition charges

Dwayne Omar Lewis, 40, of Pool Land #1, St John, was remanded to prison after being charged with multiple drug and ammunition offences stemming from an incident on Wednesday, May 28. Police arrested and formally charged Lewis with possession of two rounds …

$1.2b trade deficit

As concerns about the global impact of higher United States (US) tariffs persist, Barbados’ trade deficit has widened. Official data shows that so far in 2025 the island is buying more from the world and selling less to it, including with main trading …

Mixed reaction to Pine action

For about five hours yesterday, the Barbados Police Service had The Pine, St Michael, on lockdown. Speculation was rife as to why police officers, with assistance from Barbados Defence Force personnel, had set up road blocks by Collymore Rock, Meadow Road, …

Fatal shooting in Eden Lodge

Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late Monday night, June 2, in Eden Lodge, St Michael. Reports indicate that officers responded to the scene at Downhill Drive around 11:58 p.m., where they discovered the body of a male outside a …

Marshall responds to suits against State over delays

Attorney General Dale Marshall says his office will address legal challenges as they arise in cases where people are suing the State for the long time it has taken for their matters to be heard or decisions given. His comments come amidst reports that …

Public schools to close for mid-term break on June 6

Police investigate shooting in the Ivy

Police are on the scene of a reported shooting in the Ivy, St Michael. Initial reports indicate the incident may have occurred during an alleged robbery. Investigations are ongoing. Further details will be provided as they become available.

Princess Anne returns to the UK to kick off birthday celebrations with major event

Princess Anne is back in the UK and has kicked off her 75th birthday celebrations in her signature way - by hosting a reception for the charities she has supported throughout her incredible royal career. The Princess Royal went on a solo trip to Barbados …