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SVG will never be ‘over-commercialised,’ — Mark tells int’l media
By Kenton X. Chance BRIDGETOWN, Barbados — St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) will never be an “over-commercialised” destination, the head of its tourism promotion agency has told regional and international journalists here. “We are making sure...
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Odisha Speaker Surama Padhy to attend Commonwealth meet in Barbados
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy will participate in the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) in Bridgetown, Barbados, along with other Indian delegates, an official said. The CPC is the annual conference of the...
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Media Institute of the Caribbean Highlights Critical Role of Media in Disaster Response
The Media Institute of the Caribbean (MIC), with support from UNESCO, has released a landmark report examining disaster communication and media resilience across seven Caribbean islands. The report, titled “Disasters and Crises in the Caribbean...
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Sagicor Life Inc. crowned best large business at BCCI Bicentennial Gala and Awards
2 On a night dedicated to honouring 200 years of business excellence, Sagicor Life Inc. (Sagicor) stood out as one of the evening’s top achievers, capturing the Best Business Award in the Large Business Category at the Barbados Chamber of Commerce...
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India T20I Captain Suryakumar Yadav Feels ‘Unfortunate’ To Have Never Played Under MS Dhoni’s Captaincy
Mumbai, October 5: India T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav revealed that he feels "unfortunate" about never having the opportunity to play under the legendary MS Dhoni's captaincy stint with the Indian team, a stalwart he always tried to learn from...
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New BPSA Chair warns crime threatens national and economic progress
33 The new Chairman of the Barbados Private Sector Association (BPSA), James ‘Jimmy’ Clarke has warned that crime poses a direct economic threat — not just a national concern, but a force capable of undermining the country’s social fabric and...
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Tobagonian named Caribbean Jr Minister of Tourism
News Kinnesha George An Hour Ago Tobagonian Jole St John, centre, was named Caribbean Junior Minister of Tourism. - Bishop's High School student Jole St John, 16, the Tobago Junior Secretary of Tourism, has secured first place in the 2025 Regional...
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Barbados PM to world leaders: Protect small nations by preserving international law
Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley delivered a forceful address to the United Nations General Assembly on Friday, warning that the survival of small states and the prospects for global peace hinge on preserving a rules-based international...
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Odisha Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy to Attend 68th CPA Conference in Barbados
Speaker of the Odisha Legislative Assembly, Smt. Surama Padhy will embark on an international visit from October 5 to 19 to participate in the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Conference and the 9th Commonwealth Women...
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CARICOM lawyers ‘must meet Barbados Bar requirements’
10 The Barbados Bar Association issued a firm reminder that all attorneys wishing to work in Barbados under the new CARICOM cross-border initiative must first satisfy the established legal entry and registration requirements, regardless of their...
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BWU will take health, safety breaches to Labour Department
18 The Barbados Workers’ Union (BWU) has warned employers that it will not hesitate to escalate persistent health and safety breaches to the Labour Department, amid growing unease about the conditions under which some Barbadians are required to...
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PM Mottley pays tribute to late businessman Thomas Grant
187 The death of Barbadian businessman Thomas “Tom” Grant has no doubt induced immense sadness that will last for some time, but his rags-to-riches story as a self-made entrepreneur who helped many along the way will remain an inspiration with...
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Bar Association requirements still stand in Barbados
174 The Barbados Bar Association is reminding regional attorneys that while it supports the October 1 free movement arrangement among four CARICOM states, anyone seeking to practise law in Barbados must still be admitted to the local Bar. In a...
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CXC sounds alarm on AI in classrooms
Oct 14, 2025 News …pushes for ethics, integrity in regional education A section of the gathering at the event (Kaieteur News) – The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC®) continued its regional engagement series in Guyana last week (Oct 8-11),...
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Barbados heightens biosecurity over aggressive livestock parasite
Barbados new livestock threat looms Barbados moved swiftly to heighten biosecurity after veterinary officials warned on Thursday that an aggressive livestock parasite, the New World screwworm fly, is spreading across the Caribbean and threatens to...
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Tobago’s Jolé St John Crowned CTO Junior Minister Of Tourism 2025
Tobago’s Jolé St John is the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s Junior Regional Minister of Tourism 2025. The Bishop’s High School student emerged the winner of the debate and claimed the coveted title at the CTO’s Regional Youth Tourism Congress in...
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PM BROWNE REAFFIRMS A&B’S FOREIGN POLICY STANCE AHEAD OF TALKS WITH TOP US ADMIRAL
Prime Minister Hon. Gaston Browne is maintaining his government’s position that the country remains a friend to all and an enemy of none, as he prepares to welcome Commander of the United States Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), Admiral Alvin Holsey....
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Tobago’s Jole St. John crowned Caribbean Junior Minister of Tourism
The talents and capabilities of the future leaders of the tourism industry were on full display at the 2025 Regional Tourism Youth Congress. Organised by the Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO) in collaboration with the Barbados Ministry of...
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New network of air quality sensors to warn of health risks
8 People with respiratory illnesses may soon benefit from real-time warnings about dangerous smoke and air pollution, as the University of the West Indies (UWI) leads efforts to deploy an unprecedented network of air quality sensors across the...
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Barbados, China celebrate 76 years of the People’s Republic at Hilton reception
21 Against the backdrop of an elegant ballroom filled with dignitaries, diplomats, and distinguished guests, the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Barbados marked a significant milestone this week, hosting a grand reception on Thursday,...
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