Local News
January 27, 2024
Concerns Expressed Over New Traffic Signals on Highway 2A at Royal Westmoreland Intersection in Northern Barbados
Residents of northern Barbados express concern about recently installed traffic signals at the Royal Westmoreland intersection, causing daily traffic problems. Officials address the issue and discuss the wider traffic difficulties facing the island. Multiple solutions are proposed for future traffic management.
January 27, 2024
Barbados Transitioning to Aged Society, Minister of People Empowerment Says
Barbados transitions from an aging society to an aged and potentially super-aged society, with 2 in every 5 Barbadians over 50. Minister Humphrey emphasizes the need to tap into resources and change perceptions about the older population.
January 27, 2024
Uncovering the Alarming Rise of Animal Abuse in Barbados: Activists Urge Government Intervention
Animal abuse in Barbados has reached epidemic proportions, with activists calling on the government to enforce animal abuse laws due to a rise in reported cases.
January 26, 2024
Alabama Executes Convicted Murderer Kenneth Smith Using New Method of Capital Punishment
ATMORE, Alabama – Kenneth Smith, a convicted murderer, was executed using nitrogen gas, a new method of capital punishment. The execution took longer than predicted, raising concerns about the method's effectiveness.
January 26, 2024
World Court Orders Israel to Prevent Genocide, Calls for More Protection of Civilians in Gaza
The World Court has ordered Israel to prevent acts of genocide against Palestinians and provide more assistance to civilians in Gaza, but stopped short of ordering a ceasefire. This decision represents a legal setback for Israel.
January 26, 2024
St Michael Man Remanded to Dodds Prison After Confessing to Murder from Eight Years Ago
"A St Michael man pleads guilty to a non-capital murder after confessing to a crime committed almost eight years ago. Sentencing to be determined on March 14."
January 26, 2024
Rowe Faces Trial for Sexual Assault Following Denial of Consent
"Rowe denies non-consensual intercourse charges in Supreme Court No. 5 before Justice Pamela Beckles. Trial date set for June 11. Bail granted."
January 26, 2024
Matthew Ricardo Wiltshire Awaits Sentencing for Firearms Possession and Ammunition Charges in Barbados
Matthew Ricardo Wiltshire of Rogers Road, Back Ivy, St Michael, has admitted to possessing firearms and ammunition without valid licenses. He awaits sentencing on March 14.
January 26, 2024
Integrity Legislation in Barbados: Reviewing the Passage and Implications of the Integrity in Public Life Act (2023)
"The Integrity in Public Life Act (2023) was passed in Parliament but has not yet been proclaimed, leaving it in limbo. This legislation aims to deter and punish corruption by politicians and public officers."
January 26, 2024
Barbados Police Identify Two Men Shot and Killed at Three Houses Plantation in St Philip
The Barbados Police Service identifies the two men shot and killed at Three Houses Plantation as Jamel Shamar Harewood, 36, and Omar Jonathan Taitt, 41, both from Blades Hill #2, St Philip. The incident occurred after an altercation between the owner of the leased yam field and the men who were harvesting his crops.
January 25, 2024
Japanese Man Sentenced to Death for Arson Attack on Kyoto Animation Studio, Killing 36 People and Injuring Dozens
In a highly-publicized case, a Japanese man, Shinji Aoba, has been sentenced to death for an arson attack at a Kyoto animation studio that killed 36 people and injured many others. Aoba pleaded guilty to the attack, but his plea of "mental incompetence" was rejected by the judge. Prosecutors argued that Aoba was motivated by a belief that his work had been stolen. The incident shocked the anime world and sparked national mourning in Japan.
January 25, 2024
Parliamentarian Neil Gabriel Rowe's High Court Trial Set for June 11 after Pleading Not Guilty to Unlawful Sexual Intercourse Charge
Parliamentarian Neil Gabriel Rowe makes his initial High Court appearance, with the trial scheduled for June 11. Represented by Senior Counsel Michael Lashley, Rowe pleads not guilty to charges of unlawful sexual intercourse. He is currently on bail.