Education
December 30, 2024
Discover The Harp Workshop in Barbados Impresses Music Enthusiasts
Musicians participate in the Discover The Harp Workshop led by expert Helen Naylor in Barbados. The workshop focuses on harp playing for beginners, emphasizing its accessibility and benefits for mental well-being.
December 30, 2024
Boosting Economic Growth in Barbados Through Technological Innovation: Insights from IDB Economist
Barbados faces stagnant productivity levels and economic growth, prompting the need for increased technological innovation, as highlighted by the Inter-American Development Bank's assessment in a recent report on Caribbean economies.
December 30, 2024
Barbados Consulate in New York Set to Launch New Business Support Project for Entrepreneurs
The Barbados Consulate in New York is launching a project to support Barbadians and Americans in business, focusing on small entrepreneurs. The initiative aims to facilitate partnerships and establish a Barbados Business Network. An internship program for young Barbadians in the diaspora is also planned.
December 29, 2024
2025 Economic Outlook: Impact on Workers and Employers Amid Global Uncertainty
Reflecting on 2024 and looking ahead to 2025, employers seek increased profitability while workers hope for better wages and job security amidst global economic uncertainties and technological advancements. Challenges persist in unemployment trends and social security pressures, emphasizing the need for sustainable entrepreneurship and innovative solutions.
December 19, 2024
Festive Season Gift Initiative Uplifts 200 Girls in Partnership with NGOs and Organizations
200 girls experienced joy through a festive gift-giving initiative by I Am a Girl NGO, Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association, and others at Holy Innocents’ Primary School in St. Thomas.
December 16, 2024
Trinidad Government Mourns Loss of Junior Minister Lisa Morris Julian in Tragic Fire Incident
Trinidad and Tobago's Ministry of Education junior minister, Lisa Morris Julian, tragically dies in a fire at her home in Arima, along with two others, including a child. Government officials express condolences.
December 14, 2024
Education System in Need of Overhaul: DLP Addresses Concerns of Students Failing to Sit Exams After Payment
Troubling trend of students failing to sit exams after payment prompts calls for education system overhaul. Criticisms include lack of planning, inadequate response to COVID-19 effects, and neglect of online students.
December 13, 2024
Harrison College Students Achieve Outstanding Pass Rate in CXC English Exams, Principal Highlights Commendable Results
Harrison College students achieve exceptional 99% pass rate in English Language CXC exams, with two-thirds earning Grade I. Principal praises staff and students' dedication at Speech Day. Areas for improvement identified.
December 13, 2024
Inclusion of Sign Language Urged in School Curricula After Hit-and-Run Tragedy in Barbados
Barbados Council for the Disabled advocates for sign language inclusion in schools following a tragic hit-and-run incident involving a deaf pedestrian. Improved communication crucial for deaf community safety and understanding in society.
December 13, 2024
Nominations Open for 2025 Pride of Barbados Award: How to Submit and Criteria Explained
Nominations are open for the Pride of Barbados Award 2025. Citizens and residents can nominate individuals who have contributed significantly to community life or social conditions in Barbados.
December 11, 2024
Unveiling Barbados' Literacy Challenges: Moving Beyond Basic Literacy Skills towards True Literacy for a Sustainable Future
Barbados boasts a high literacy rate of 99.9%, yet faces challenges in fostering deeper reading engagement for critical thinking and lifelong learning, highlighting educational system shortcomings and the need for comprehensive literacy skills in the digital age.
December 10, 2024
BARP President Marilyn Rice-Bowen Critiques Rollout of Cashless System on Transport Board Buses
Barbados Association of Retired Persons (BARP) president responds to the cashless system rollout on Transport Board buses, emphasizing the need for public education and advance notice for senior citizens.