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June 21, 2024
House Fire in Lammings Leaves Three Homeless as Barbados Fire Service Responds
A house fire in Lammings, St Joseph, displaces three individuals. Barbados Fire Service quickly controls the flames, resulting in the loss of the home's contents. Investigation into the cause continues.
June 21, 2024
Case Summary: Kyle Archer and Jamar Mottley Confess to Murdering Basil Springer, Revealed in Court Testimony
Two men confess to the murder of postman Basil Springer after a failed robbery attempt for money. Details revealed in court as they planned to rob him with the help of two women.
June 21, 2024
House Fire in Lammings, St Joseph Displaces Three Residents | Barbados Fire Service Responds Promptly
A house fire in Lammings, St Joseph, displaces three individuals. Barbados Fire Service swiftly responds, containing the flames and preventing injuries, but resulting in total property loss.
June 21, 2024
American Airlines Employees Put on Leave Over Incident with Black Passengers: CEO Addresses Accountability and New Initiatives
American Airlines employees placed on leave after black passengers removed from flight due to body odor complaint. Lawsuit filed for racial discrimination. CEO acknowledges incident, vows accountability and prevention measures.
June 20, 2024
Wanted Man in Barbados Now in Custody Thanks to Public Support | TBPS Update
Male subject of a "Wanted Man" bulletin in Barbados, sought for serious crimes, is now in police custody after being captured on June 15th. Public and media assistance appreciated by TBPS.
June 20, 2024
Minister Expresses Concern Over Speed of Disseminating Critical Information: A Closer Look
Minister of Information Wilfred Abrahams highlights challenges in rapidly disseminating critical information, emphasizing the importance of official sources for accurate alerts and the media's role in providing reliable information during emergencies.
June 20, 2024
Emergency Water Main Repair in St. George, Barbados: Road Closure and Impacted Areas Update | June 20th
Barbados Water Authority conducting emergency repairs on a burst main in St. George, causing temporary road closure on Buckley Road. Residents in affected areas may experience water outage or low pressure.
June 20, 2024
Louisiana Law Mandates Display of Ten Commandments in Public School Classrooms - Legal Challenge Expected
Louisiana mandates Ten Commandments posters in all public school classrooms, sparking legal challenges over church-state separation. Similar laws proposed in other Republican-led states. Religious diversity in schools highlighted.
June 20, 2024
Latest Developments: Teachers On Strike at St Giles Primary School, Linked to Previous Incidents – Updates from The Nation
Teachers at St Giles Primary School are reportedly on strike, following previous issues at the school. The Barbados Union of Teachers was involved earlier this year. Ministry of Education addressed similar concerns at Wesley Hall Junior School.
June 20, 2024
Sisters of Kemo Grant Call for Forensic Pathologist in Post-Mortem Examination Request
Sisters of Kemo Grant, who died in police custody, request forensic pathologist for autopsy. Seeking clarity on circumstances surrounding his death and advocating for transparency with body cameras for officers.
June 20, 2024
Man Identified in Fatal Shooting at Belleplaine, St Andrew – Police Appeal for Information
Police have identified Seth Stephen Batson, 20, as the man shot and killed in Belleplaine, St Andrew. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact relevant police stations.
June 20, 2024
Storm Alberto Claims Three Lives in Mexico and Texas, NHC Issues Warnings
Three fatalities reported as Storm Alberto hits Mexican coast and Texas with heavy rain and high winds. Coastal flooding and mudslides pose threats, with disaster declarations in place. Hurricane season outlook warns of increased activity.