Man Shot Dead Outside Funeral Home After Viewing Brother’s Body
Tragedy struck in Bush Hall, St. Michael this evening, as a man was fatally shot near a funeral home just one day before his brother was scheduled to be buried. Starcom Network News understands that the victim had just viewed his sibling’s body when two men exited a vehicle and opened fire, hitting him multiple […]
One Arrest Made During Police Search Operation in St. Michael and Christ Church
The Barbados Police Service has made at least one arrest during a search and seizure operation conducted this evening in Mapp Hill, St. Michael, and St. David’s, Christ Church. Several tactical units were deployed, stopping multiple vehicles as part of the operation. Authorities were reportedly focusing their search on individuals traveling in a silver Toyota […]
CARICOM Renews Push for Colonial Reparations at Regional Cultural Meeting
Regional leaders’ pursuit for colonial reparations from Europe remains ongoing. The CARICOM Reparations Commission continues to lead the charge for the reception of slavery reparations from Europe to the region. Speaking at the thirty-first meeting of the Regional Cultural Committee, CARICOM Secretariat’s advisor of social development, Mrs. Beverly Harry Emmanuel pointed to the lasting impact […]
Man Critically Injured in Bush Hall Shooting
At least one man is critically injured after receiving a serious gunshot wound following a shooting incident in Bush Hall, St. Michael this evening. The Barbados Police Service has confirmed that the incident occurred shortly after 6:00 p.m. near a Funeral Home in the area. The victim, who was seated among a group of people, […]
Barbados’ Newest Centenarian Millicent Nurse Celebrates 100 Years with Gratitude and Grace
Barbados’ newest centenarian, Millicent Nurse is giving thanks for a long life, a sound mind, and the love of family. Surrounded by relatives and friends, including many who travelled from the UK, the 100-year-old beamed with joy as President Dame Sandra Mason paid her a special visit to mark the milestone. Mrs. Nurse, still sharp […]
Grantley Prescod Primary Hosts Open Day to Promote Parental Involvement in Project
The Principal of the Grantley Prescod Primary School, Belinda Martindale says today’s open day was designed to show parents how they can better support their children’s education particularly through project based learning. She said the initiative is part of the Ministry of Education’s broader push to transform the way children learn in schools across the […]
Students Launch Mobile Game to Revolutionize Learning of Barbadian History and Culture
A team of students has unveiled an innovative mobile game designed to transform the way Barbadians, particularly the youth, engage with their history and culture. Presenting at the recent We Gathering Ideas Forum in St. George, the developers emphasized that traditional methods of teaching often struggle to engage younger audiences, who now spend significant time […]
Family of Laqwain Morris Awaits Autopsy Results Amid Questions Over Circumstances of Death
Family members and close friends of 35-year-old Laqwain Morris are anxiously awaiting the results of an autopsy following his death on Tuesday night at Lodge Road, Christ Church. Morris, who was known to authorities, reportedly died after a collision involving a car while riding his motorcycle. However, his death has not yet been officially classified […]