Parent collapses and dies near school
The George Lamming Primary School was plunged into mourning today, when a parent collapsed and died after dropping her child to school. Samantha Sealy was on her way walking back home after delivering her 8-year-old daughter on the School’s premises when she suddenly collapsed. Head master at the School, Marlon Wilson says the impact of […]
New global honor for Bdos PM Mottley
Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley has been announced as one of three Zayed Award for Human Fraternity 2025 honorees. The award, aimed at individuals and organizations, is judged by its independent jury for their notable contributions to pressing societal issues and nurturing peace and solidarity across diverse communities both globally and at the grassroots level. […]
Govt promises major improvements in business facilitation
The Small Business Association says local enterprises are facing serious challenges due to the regulatory framework. The SBA’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Lynette Holder, was speaking on VOB’s Down to Brasstacks call-in programme. She stresses the framework must be improved. Minister of Energy and Business, Senator Lisa Cummins says local businesses and global investors can […]
Autistic man beaten/robbed
An autistic man has been hospitalized after reportedly being stabbed and robbed in the area of the Cheapside market this morning. The incident happened about 7 a.m. and vendors ran to assist the man, who is said to be in his twenties, as he was trying to fight off at least two men who were […]