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Sun, 21 Jun 2026 23:05:00 +0000
Liquefied petroleum gas prices to increase from midnight
Consumers in Barbados will pay more for liquefied petroleum gas from midnight Sunday, June 21, following an adjustment to retail prices. The increase affects all cylinder sizes, with the 100 lb cylinder moving from $160.39 to $166.39. The 25 lb cylin...

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:39:34 +0000
NCF partners with Shakirah Bourne to bring Bajan Anansi tales into schools
The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) has partnered with Barbadian author Shakirah Bourne to publish Bajan Anansi, a new collection of Anansi tales that will be introduced into school libraries across Barbados. The NCF said the initiative is aimed a...

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:20:17 +0000
Small Craft Advisory remains in effect for Barbados
A Small Craft Advisory remains in effect as strong winds continue to affect the island and surrounding marine areas. The Barbados Meteorological Services issued the update, stating that fresh to strong winds linked to a low-level jet will persist thr...

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:09:14 +0000
Intervenor Watson challenges BL&P’s $79m FTC filing
The Barbados Light & Power Company’s (BLPC) bid to recover nearly $79 million from electricity consumers is being challenged by intervenor and consumer advocate Tricia Watson. The attorney at law, one of the country’s more outspoken advocates...

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:55:22 +0000
US and Iran begin talks on initial peace deal in Switzerland
US and Iranian officials have arrived in Switzerland for direct talks after signing an initial agreement to end the war last week. The deal includes a commitment to reach a final agreement within 60 days, as well as an end to hostilities on “al...

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