The Queen Is Dead

The UK’s longest-serving monarch Queen Elizabeth II, died at Balmoral today, after reigning for 70 years on the British throne. She was 96. Her family gathered at her Scottish estate after concerns grew about her health earlier today With her death, her eldest son Charles, the former Prince of Wales, will lead the country in […]

Queen Elizabeth II Under Medical Supervision

The Buckingham Palace this morning stated Queen Elizabeth is under medical supervision at Balmoral after doctors became concerned for her health. A release says that “Following further evaluation this morning, the Queen’s doctors are concerned for Her Majesty’s health and have recommended she remain under medical supervision”. Her immediate family has been informed. The announcement […]

BUT Concerned about Some Measures to School Re-opening

President of the Barbados Union of Teachers, Rudy Lovell said despite school operations largely returning to what they were prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, teachers have some concerns about measures outlined for the return. However, Mr. Lovell said they are willing to work with the Ministry of Education to have a smooth return to face-to-face […]

BTI Plans for Construction of New Geriatric Hospital Going Smoothly

The manager of the Geriatric Hospital, Heather Payne-Drakes has stressed the importance of constructing a new Geriatric Hospital. Her comments came last evening during the Barbados Tourism Investment Incorporated virtual public consultation, on the proposed construction of the new Geriatric hospital at Waterford St. Michael. The hospital is expected to house an increased number of […]