Politics
September 18, 2023
Barbados Consul General in New York Mackie Holder to Assume New Position in London
Barbados Consul General in New York, Mackie Holder, will be taking a new position as Deputy High Commissioner in London, as announced by Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley.
September 18, 2023
Democratic Labour Party St Peter Branch Criticized for Failure to Follow Protocol for Guest Speaker
"Learn about the controversy surrounding Caswell Franklyn's scheduled appearance at a Democratic Labour Party (DLP) meeting. Accusations of protocol violation and questioning of authority surface."
September 18, 2023
UK Government Calls for Research Proposals to Address Sargassum Seaweed Issue in the Caribbean
The UK government is seeking research proposals to address the issue of Sargassum seaweed in the Caribbean region, which poses threats to marine ecosystems, economy, and public health. The call invites partners to submit proposals for up to £300k before October 10th, focusing on scalable solutions.
September 17, 2023
Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Cleared of Wrongdoing in Townhouse Purchase Investigation
The Integrity Commission has cleared Trinidad and Tobago's Prime Minister, Dr. Keith Rowley, of wrongdoing in the townhouse purchase, but requested him to amend his declaration to reflect accurate information.
September 17, 2023
Newborn Baby Found Dead on Migrant Boat as Italy Grapples with Influx of Arrivals
"On Saturday, the body of a newborn baby was recovered from a migrant boat, with the mother suspected to have given birth during the journey. Investigations are ongoing."
September 17, 2023
Legal Proceedings at ITLOS Could Redefine Climate Justice for Small Island States
Get the latest updates on the legal proceedings at the International Tribunal of the Law of the Sea regarding climate justice for small island states.
September 17, 2023
President Biden Names Caribbean Countries Among Major Drug Transit and Illicit Drug-Producing Countries for FY2024
United States President Joe Biden has identified several Caribbean countries, including The Bahamas, Belize, Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Jamaica, as major drug transit or illicit drug-producing countries for Fiscal Year 2024.
September 16, 2023
Barbadian Prime Minister criticizes US blockade on Cuba at G77 summit
Prime Minister Mia Mottley denounces the US blockade on Cuba at the G77 summit, praising Cuba's innovation in science and technology while highlighting the need for accountability and transparency in maintaining democracy. UN Secretary-General calls for a fairer world for developing nations.
September 16, 2023
Barbados Government Plans to Expand Homeless Shelter Operations to 24-Hour Facility
The Government of Barbados is making the Barbados Alliance to End Homelessness (BAEH) a 24-hour shelter, providing meals, medical care, counseling, and support to those in need. This move is welcomed by Kemar Saffrey, head of BAEH.
September 16, 2023
Guyana President Dr Irfaan Ali Calls for Transitional Government in Haiti Amidst Political Turmoil and Socio-economic Crisis (SEO-optimized)
Guyana calls for a transitional government in Haiti due to escalating gang warfare and the collapse of democratic institutions, following the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse.
September 15, 2023
UAE Foils Massive Attempt to Smuggle $1 Billion Worth of Captagon Pills Hidden in Furniture, Arrests Six Suspects
UAE foils attempt to smuggle $1 billion worth of captagon hidden in furniture; six arrested in one of the largest smuggling operations. UAE takes strong stance against threats to society.
September 15, 2023
Entrepreneur Ordered to Forfeit Currency for Attempting Unauthorized Export: Barbados High Court Judge
A High Court judge has ordered an entrepreneur to forfeit half of the US currency he attempted to take out of Barbados without permission in 2012, emphasizing the importance of compliance with exchange control regulations.