Lifestyle & Culture
June 28, 2024
First Citizens Bank Commits $70K for Return of Fusions at Barbados Crop Over Festival
First Citizens Bank pledges $70,000 to support the return of Fusions at Barbados' Crop Over Festival, featuring traditional and contemporary musical talent. NCF expresses gratitude for the bank's ongoing sponsorship.
June 28, 2024
Bridgetown Craft Market: Bursting with Bajan Culture, Art, and Entertainment
Experience the vibrant Bridgetown Craft Market with Bajan crafts, music, and entertainment at Golden Square Freedom Park. Enjoy local products, live performances, and late-night shopping in the city.
June 26, 2024
In Memoriam: Retired Music Director of Barbados Police Service Band Dr. Christopher Archibald Atherley Passes Away at 77
Retired Band of The Barbados Police Service music director Dr. Christopher Archibald Atherley, known for his mastery of the clarinet and conducting, passed away at 77.
June 25, 2024
Finn Graham, Top Common Entrance Exam Performer at St Winifred’s School, Heads to Queen’s College as Aiming to Become an Engineer
Ten-year-old Finn Graham excels in Common Entrance Examination, scoring 246.81 with high marks in Math and English. The aspiring engineer credits practice and support from parents and teachers for his achievement.
June 22, 2024
Barbados Archives Department Fire: Division of Culture Outlines Historical Asset Protection Measures
Division of Culture outlines steps to protect historical assets after fire at Archives Department. Minister assures ongoing efforts to safeguard records damaged by blaze. Recovery and preservation efforts underway.
June 22, 2024
Government Initiatives to Safeguard Cultural Assets post-Department of Archives Fire: Plans for Document Relocation and Digitization Progress
Government swiftly safeguards cultural assets post-fire at Archives Department. Valuable documents to move to disaster-resistant facility by November. Digitization progress also reviewed. Efforts ongoing since before incident.
June 22, 2024
Renowned Windsurfer Brian Talma Proposes Professional Beach Cricket League in Barbados Amid ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Buzz
Renowned windsurfer Brian Talma advocates for a professional beach cricket league in Barbados, coinciding with the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The initiative aims to celebrate the island's cricket culture and engage the community in beach sports.
June 20, 2024
Exciting Start to Super 8 T20 World Cup: India vs Afghanistan Match Draws Early Fans at Kensington Oval
Experience the vibrant atmosphere at Kensington Oval for the Super 8 T20 World Cup match between India and Afghanistan. Fans enjoy interactive activities and exciting prizes at the Nation Cricket Zone.
June 20, 2024
Rude Boy RTD Beverage Announces Ambassadors for 2024, Emphasizing Cultural Engagement
Rude Boy RTD beverage announces 2024 ambassadors Mole, Walkes, and Grateful Co. Marketing manager emphasizes cultural engagement and partnerships with local artists. Plans for freestyle challenge to support emerging talent.
June 20, 2024
The Barbados National Archives Fire Incident and Efforts to Preserve Historical Records: Insights on Lineage, Cultural Tourism, and Digitization Plans
The Barbados national archives fire highlights issues in record maintenance. Plans for a slavery museum at the Archives Department aim to preserve history and promote cultural tourism and genealogy.
June 19, 2024
Barbados Archives Fire Sparks Call for Strengthened Cultural Heritage Protection
The Democratic Labour Party urges enhanced protection for Barbados' cultural heritage after a devastating fire at the Archives Department. Recommendations include security upgrades, digitization efforts, and fire prevention measures.
June 19, 2024
Barbados Archives Fire Tragedy Reveals Failure to Protect Cultural Heritage
The Barbados Archives suffered a devastating fire, highlighting a failure to protect the nation's cultural heritage. Leaders' promises to safeguard historical records ring hollow in the face of this tragedy.