Barbados News

The BDF is upgrading its capabilities in maritime security, cyber defence, disaster response and troop training to address evolving national and regional security threats.

Consumers are now paying between 53 cents and BBD $2.68 less for four LPG cylinder sizes after the revised retail prices took effect across Barbados from midnight on August 2.

Rihanna attended the state funeral of Barbados National Hero Sir Garfield Sobers at Kensington Oval, joining government officials, cricket legends, and thousands of mourners to honour the sporting icon.

The new twice-weekly non-stop service is expected to strengthen regional connectivity, making travel easier for business, tourism and family visits between Antigua and Barbuda and Barbados.

The limited-time promotion offers one-way Lite fares, including taxes, for travel between Barbados and Guyana in September, giving passengers more affordable options for business and leisure travel.

The Barbados-London flight was cancelled after several cabin crew members were allegedly found unfit for duty following a night of heavy drinking, prompting suspensions and an internal investigation.

Citizens of Barbados and Guyana can now travel between the two countries using ICAO-compliant national ID cards instead of passports under a new bilateral travel arrangement that took effect on July 1.

Event organisers must notify the Ministry of Health, meet public health requirements, and obtain permits before hosting mass gatherings during Barbados' busy festival season.

Police in Barbados are reviewing CCTV footage after five caskets, including one infant casket, were reported missing from a St Michael funeral home showroom, prompting a reward for information.

The Barbados National Council of Parent-Teacher Associations condemned the shooting, calling for urgent action to protect children and ensure school safety.

The Ministry of Transport and Works is advancing road construction in Barbados' Christ Church communities, including new roads, flood solutions, and infrastructure upgrades.

Barbados Police Service is actively engaged in the investigation and warned that the apparent gang conflict between young men has spiraled out of control with retaliation becoming routine.

Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. announced the move as a step to enhance connectivity, with Air Canada set to operate a 177-seat Boeing 737 MAX 8 on the route.

Prime Minister Mia Mottley has announced a $5m government fund to support community and faith-based programmes across Barbados.

Gasoline drops 6 cents to $3.73 per litre, diesel 12 cents to $3.15 and LPG cylinders see similar reductions, while kerosene remains unchanged.

The Barbados Fire Service has responded to 363 fires so far this year, compared with 388 during the same period in 2025, indicating a slight overall decline.

Barbados will serve as a key homeport with more than 30 voyages planned, offering travellers the option to start and end their Caribbean cruises on the island.

Nine people were injured in a drive-by shooting at a karaoke event in Fryers Well, St Lucy, while a separate collision in Thicketts, St Philip, claimed the life of a 35-year-old driver.

The project, announced by Prime Minister Mia Mottley, is part of a broader plan to ease traffic congestion, improve road efficiency and boost productivity across the island.

Firefighters battled for hours to control the blaze at the Pierhead shopping center, rescuing two men and leaving the building completely destroyed.