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April 17, 2024
Barbados Association of Masqueraders Defends New Secure Route for Grand Kadooment Parade
The Barbados Association of Masqueraders (BAM) has implemented a new route for the Grand Kadooment parade, emphasizing enhanced security and safety measures to benefit both attendees and international participants.
April 16, 2024
Barbados Drug Service Polyclinic Pharmacies Experience Temporary Wait Time Increase Due to New Pharmacy Management System
"Barbados Drug Service advises of increased wait times at select polyclinic pharmacies due to new Pharmacy Management System implementation for enhanced patient care. Plan accordingly. (BGIS)"
April 16, 2024
BMS Monitoring Dust Haze in Eastern Atlantic, Limited Impact Expected for Barbados, Potential Advisory - Details Here
Stay informed with updates from The Barbados Meteorological Services on the dust haze in the Atlantic affecting visibility and sky appearances. No advisories yet, but watch for potential warnings soon.
April 16, 2024
Barbados Meteorological Services Monitoring Dust Haze in Eastern Atlantic, Advisory Possible - Update on Skies and Visibility Conditions
Stay informed on potential dust haze impacting Barbados with updates from The Barbados Meteorological Services. Monitoring and advisories available for public safety and awareness. Visit official sources for details.
April 16, 2024
Jamaican Police Constable Fatally Shot During Robbery in St Ann Parish, JCF Mourns Loss | News Update
Jamaican police constable Ricardo Fairclough tragically shot and killed during robbery in St Ann parish. JCF expresses sorrow and offers condolences. Murder toll surpasses 300 for the year.
April 16, 2024
Wanted: Assistance Requested to Locate Zebulun Jahlani Sawh for Questioning in Serious Criminal Matters
Police seek public help finding Zebulun Jahlani Sawh, wanted for questioning in serious cases. Sawh, 22, alias Karan or Zeb, with a brown complexion, last known at Husbands Garden, St James. Contact CID at District ‘A’ Police Station.
April 16, 2024
Burst Water Main in Barbados Affects St. Philip and St. Joseph Areas: Temporary Low Pressure and Water Outages Expected
"Barbados Water Authority repair burst main at Vineyard, St Philip pumping station. Nearby areas may experience low pressure or water outage. Authority offers tanker assistance. Apologies for inconvenience."
April 16, 2024
Police Seek Assistance in Locating Zebulun Jahlani Sawh for Questioning in Criminal Matter
"Police seek public's help locating Zebulun Jahlani Sawh, alias 'Karan' or 'Zeb', 22, for questioning in serious criminal matters. Last seen in Husbands Garden, St James. Contact police with information."
April 16, 2024
Prince of Wales embarks on first royal engagement post-wife's cancer diagnosis
The Prince of Wales to make first post-cancer diagnosis royal engagement at a Surrey charity, with prior family time. Princess of Wales undergoing treatment and out of public eye. (30 words)
April 16, 2024
Barbados Drug Service Addresses Humulin 70/30 Shortage Amid International Manufacturing Challenges
Barbados Drug Service's Delores Mascoll addresses local medication shortage concerns, emphasizing ample supply of insulin types despite international manufacturing challenges. Patients, including diabetics, are advised against panicking amidst shortages.
April 16, 2024
Shortage of Key Diabetes Drugs, Barbados Drug Service Assures Adequate Alternatives
Barbados Drug Service (BDS) reports shortages of key brand-name drugs for diabetes management, including insulin. Acting director emphasizes alternative options available, reassuring patients not to panic.
April 16, 2024
Barbadians Invited to Provide Feedback on Cybercrime and Mutual Assistance Bills 2024: Joint Select Committee Calls for Public Input
Share your views on the Cybercrime Bill, 2024 and the Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters (Amendment) Bill, 2024 with the Joint Select Committee at Parliament of Barbados. Make submissions by April 26.