Local News
June 22, 2024
QEH Advises Public on Alternatives as A&E Department Faces Patient Surge; Urges Use of PALS/Help Desk for Medical Assessments
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital advises on managing increased patient volume at the Accident and Emergency Department, suggesting alternative medical assessment options to reduce wait times. Contact PALS for initial advice.
June 22, 2024
Queen Elizabeth Hospital A&E Department Experiencing High Patient Volume: Information on Alternatives for Non-Urgent Care
Queen Elizabeth Hospital's Accident and Emergency Department faces a rise in patient numbers. Public urged to consider alternative medical options to reduce wait times. Contact PALS for initial assessment and advice.
June 22, 2024
Israeli Air Strikes in Gaza City Kill 38 People, Hamas Reports
Israeli air strikes in Gaza City killed 38 people, Hamas reports. Strikes targeted Hamas military sites. Civil defense rescues injured from rubble. EU condemns shelling of Red Cross offices.
June 22, 2024
Unity Workers Union Considers Legal Action Against Barbados Revenue Authority for Non-Recognition Issue
Unity Workers Union (UWU) considers legal action against Barbados Revenue Authority (BRA) for not recognizing the union despite representing over 100 employees, citing membership numbers and seeking joint recognition.
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
Barbados' Accelerated Mill and Pave Programme Makes Strides in Road Maintenance, More Work Ahead: Deputy Prime Minister
The Accelerated Mill and Pave Programme in Barbados has improved 55.9 km of roads in its first phase, with 2.6 km remaining under the $35 million maintenance initiative launched in January 2024.
June 22, 2024
Dashawn Hinkson, 17, Identified as Victim in Rockhall Shooting Incident
17-year-old Dashawn Hinkson identified as victim in Rockhall shooting. Police report he was shot while with friends by three men. Hinkson sought shelter but succumbed to injuries. 18th homicide of the year.
June 22, 2024
West Indies Defeat United States in T20 World Cup Match: Hope and Chase Shine
Shai Hope and Roston Chase lead West Indies to a dominant nine-wicket victory over the United States in the ICC T20 World Cup match, with Hope's unbeaten 82 and Chase's three wickets standing out.
June 22, 2024
Fatal Shooting Update: Dashawn Hinkson Identified as Victim in Rock Hall Incident
Fatal shooting in Rock Hall, St. Philip claims the life of 17-year-old Dashawn Hinkson. The victim was attacked by three men while socializing with friends, seeking shelter in a neighbor's house.
June 21, 2024
Extreme Heat Prompts Early School Dismissals in Orange County, New York | Heat Days Across Nation
Gabrielle Wessels' children's school in Orange County, NY, announced early dismissals due to extreme heat. Schools across the US are facing heat-related challenges amid record-breaking temperatures.
June 21, 2024
Barbados Police Service Reports Visitor's Tragic Drowning Incident at Hotel During ICC T20 World Cup
A visitor from India attending the ICC T20 World Cup in Barbados drowned at a hotel swimming pool. The Barbados Police Service is withholding the man's identity pending family notification.
June 21, 2024
Barbados Set to Host Thrilling Showdown as West Indies Face United States at Kensington Oval in ICC Men's T20 World Cup
Barbados gears up for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup match at Kensington Oval as West Indies faces United States. Tickets nearly sold out with 13,000 expected in attendance. West Indies aims for a third T20 World Cup win.