World News
November 7, 2024
Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley & Honorary Consul Regina Sixt Collaborate to Expand Airlift with Germany and Western Europe
Barbados Prime Minister Mottley and Honorary Consul Sixt aim to resume airlift with Germany, Western Europe, and Scandinavia. Discussions include co-marketing efforts and pursuing corporate business opportunities.
November 6, 2024
Kamala Harris To Address Public After Trump's Election Victory Call
Kamala Harris prepares to address the public after congratulating Donald Trump on his election win. The vice-president discusses peaceful transition of power and her campaign's focus on abortion rights.
November 4, 2024
West Indies Women to Return to Test Cricket in March 2026 for Multi-Format Series | Women's Cricket Updates
West Indies Women to play test cricket after 20 years, part of new FTP cycle with 15 test matches. ICC introduces T20 Champions Trophy, Zimbabwe joins ICC Women’s ODI Championship.
November 4, 2024
Caribbean Urged to Unify for Sustainable Shipping: Addressing GHG Emissions in IMO Negotiations
Caribbean states, including Barbados, urged to unite in reducing greenhouse gas emissions from ships to safeguard economic interests. Dr. Jan Yves Remy leads initiative for unified regional approach.
November 4, 2024
Spanish Rescuers Focus Search for Missing People in Flooded Valencia; Car Park at Center of Efforts
Spanish rescuers focus search on underground garages and car park in Valencia after floods. No victims found in first 50 vehicles inspected; much of the area still submerged. Catalonia on red alert for rain.
October 31, 2024
Russian Court Fines Google Heavily for Restricting State Media on YouTube, SEO-Optimized Fine Details
A Russian court fines Google an astronomical sum for limiting state media channels on YouTube, surpassing Google's worth and the world's GDP. Kremlin urges Google to address the issue.
October 31, 2024
Deadly Flash Floods in Spain Claimed at Least 158 Lives, Devastation in Barrio de la Torre - Impact and Rescue Efforts
Flash floods in Spain's Valencia region have claimed at least 158 lives, with cars piled up, homes destroyed, and an unknown number still missing. Rescue efforts continue amid the devastation.
October 31, 2024
XVI Ministerial Forum on Development in Latin America and the Caribbean: Focus on Resilience in Barbados
Barbados hosts XVI Ministerial Forum on Development in Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on resilience of small states and practical applications in education, housing, and transportation for societal and economic planning.
October 31, 2024
Russian Court Fines Google Record-Breaking Sum for Restricting State Media Channels on YouTube
A Russian court fines Google an astronomical sum for limiting state media channels on YouTube, surpassing Google's worth and the world's GDP. Tensions escalate amid media restrictions and geopolitical conflicts.
October 30, 2024
Israeli Military Conducts Air Strikes in Lebanon's Baalbek City Amid Escalating Tensions
Israeli air strikes target Baalbek in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley, hitting fuel depots and causing mass evacuations. Hezbollah vows to continue war plan against Israel. Strategic area for group's operations.
October 30, 2024
MPox Case Detected in UK Linked to Africa Outbreak: Clade 1b Strain, Symptoms, and Global Concerns
A case of Clade 1b mpox, linked to an African outbreak, has been detected in the UK. Symptoms, treatment at Royal Free Hospital, and concerns over its spread highlighted.
October 29, 2024
Caribbean Court of Justice Welcomes Jamaican-Born Dr. Chantal Ononaiwu as Newest Judge with Expertise in International Trade Law
Adrian Saunders, President of the Caribbean Court of Justice, welcomes Dr. Chantal Ononaiwu as the newest judge, highlighting her expertise in international trade law and experience in adjudicating WTO disputes.