$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, …

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 …

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 …

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.

UWI economists raise concerns over $300m investment drive

11 Economists have voiced serious concerns over the Mia Mottley administration’s ambitious $300 million investment roadshow, warning that credibility issues, market saturation and debt sustainability could undermine its success and deter both local and …

PM bowls no ball on WI cricket victory anniversary celebration 

The googly that Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves bowled at Cricket West Indies (CWI), accusing them of not celebrating two major accomplishments of the regional team 60 and 50 years ago because they were preoccupied with “minutiae”, has turned out to be a no …

Aruba vs Haiti Prediction and Betting Tips | June 7th 2025

Aruba and Haiti will trade tackles in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Saturday (June 7th). The game will be played at Complejo Deportivo Guillermo Prospero. The home side are coming into the game on the back of a 1-1 draw away to Barbados on Wednesday. …

Public trust always demands transparency

0 If there is one force capable of swiftly eroding public trust, it is a lack of transparency. This principle holds as true in personal relationships as it does in the relationship between governments and their citizens. When it comes to matters of public …