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May 12, 2024
Barbados Reports Ninth Road Fatality of 2024 After Collision in St Lucy
Barbados reports ninth road fatality in 2024 after car-bicycle collision in St Lucy. Cyclist dies at Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Driver's condition unknown. Police investigation underway.
May 12, 2024
Barbadians Urged to Prioritize Protection of Island's Coral Reefs Amid Research Dive Efforts by Canadian Navy and Local Divers
Barbadians urged to prioritize coral reef protection as Canadian navy and local divers collaborate to research and map west coast reefs. Coral bleaching concerns highlighted for marine ecosystem and economy sustainability.
May 12, 2024
Haiti Police Chief Faces Calls for Dismissal Amid Latest Gang Attack in capital city - The Associated Press
Growing demands for Haiti police chief's dismissal and arrest as armed gangs attack Port-au-Prince, seizing police station. Gressier community raided, causing injuries and chaos. Situation deemed critical and catastrophic.
May 12, 2024
Oprah Winfrey Acknowledges Role in Diet Culture, Expresses Regret Over Past Actions
Oprah Winfrey acknowledges contributing to diet culture, expressing regret over past weight loss shows and promoting unhealthy standards. She aims to move forward positively and openly discuss her own struggles.
May 12, 2024
Caribbean Mosquito Awareness Week: Ministry of Health's Vector Control Unit Conducts Fogging in St Michael and Christ Church Districts
Caribbean Mosquito Awareness Week: Ministry of Health's Vector Control Unit conducts fogging in St Michael and Christ Church districts, targeting specific areas to combat mosquito breeding. Public advised on fogging schedule.
May 12, 2024
First Man to Receive Genetically Modified Pig Kidney Dies After Two Months, Hospital Confirms
Man who received historic pig kidney transplant dies two months after the operation at Massachusetts General Hospital. No indication his death was due to the transplant. Xenotransplantation milestone.
May 12, 2024
Bishop Neil Scantlebury addresses concerns on violence, suicide, and abuse in Barbados at Our Lady of Fatima Pilgrimage
Bishop Neil Scantlebury expresses concern over rising homicides, suicides, and child abuse in Barbados, urging repentance and prayer for peace and healing within families and society.
May 12, 2024
Caribbean Mosquito Awareness Week: Ministry of Health Fogging Schedule for St Michael and Christ Church, May 13-17
The Vector Control Unit will conduct fogging in St Michael and Christ Church for Caribbean Mosquito Awareness Week. Specific districts in each parish will be sprayed from May 13 to 17.
May 12, 2024
Barbados Rotary Club Hosts Successful Community Health Screenings to Combat NCDs
Barbadians and visitors gathered at Golden Square Freedom Park for health screenings organized by the Rotary Club of Barbados to combat non-communicable diseases. The initiative emphasizes early detection and community health investment.
May 12, 2024
Barbados Defence Force Celebrates 45th Anniversary with Open Day Showcase of Operations and International Partnerships
The Barbados Defence Force celebrated its 45th Anniversary Open Day at Paragon base, showcasing defense assets, military equipment, and international allies' participation in Exercise Tradewinds 2024. Strengthening regional partnerships was emphasized.
May 11, 2024
DLP Veteran Delighted by Suspension of General Secretary, Moves Forward with Disciplinary Process - Barbados Today
DLP veteran expresses satisfaction with the suspension of General Secretary Steve Blackett by the party's general council pending misconduct investigations. Details to be reviewed by the disciplinary committee.
May 11, 2024
Drought Alert Issued as Barbados Faces Intensifying Heat Wave: Meteorological Services Warn of Above-Normal Temperatures to Reach 35°C
Farmers face drought alert as Barbados braces for intense heat wave with peak temperatures reaching 35°C. Meteorological officials issue warnings and urge monitoring of weather forecasts for updates.