A senior educator has suggested there's a misconception among some Barbadians about self employment. This is the view of Principal of the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology, Ian Drakes who was speaking during the "Meet Me Under the Streetlight - Let's Talk" series. He also believes entrepreneurs need to continually market themselves. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

In spite of the many industrial and working debates over the last year, the Barbados Workers Union's membership continues to grow. General Secretary Toni Moore says the BWU has been able to consolidate in some divisons, and has seen new ones join the rank and file over the last year. But she is calling for more divisions to become fully unionised. Ms. Moore was speaking during a walk through of the National Botanical Gardens for the BWU's May Day celebrations. She says this year's May Day event promises to be bigger and better than last year's, with more attractions and incentives and a jam session hosted by the National Cultural Foundation. Additionally, Communications and Information Manager, Cheyne Jones says the Union's 'Bring a New Colleague' programme has been reaping dividends as more young members have been signing up. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

NAPSAC Boys' champions Williams Industries West Terrace Primary Tigers celebrated their win today with a motorcade. CBC's Ann-Marie Burke has the story. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

A St. James farmer is on a mission to see every household in Barbados grow at least one pineapple so the country can chop its import bill for the fruit. In his most recent interview with CBC News, Devon Slater stressed he is not giving up on his quest to train people of all ages how to grow the fruit. Reanne Phillips tells us more. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

The new 24 hour hotline to help people struggling with mental health and suicidal issues has been officially launched. It's called Lifeline Barbados and it can be accessed via 536-4500. Minister of State in the Ministry of Health, Davidson Ishmael, says the line which was in operation since February has received over 300 calls to date. He adds it is being manned by 15 trained personnel. Mr. Ishmael believes the helpline will strengthen the response given the demand for mental health services in the post COVID-19 period. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Government is tonight sticking to its decision to import chicken wings ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup. Minister of Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Security Indar Weir is dismissing claims the decision will devastate the poultry industry. Lorna Jones has that story. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Principal Suzette Holder informed media that no illnesses were reported since the school reopened. She also shared several meetings were held with staff as well as the Ministry of Health & Wellness. Filmed by Shanice King.

The Barbados Association of Principals of Public Secondary Schools has called attention to undiagnosed learning problems in schoolchildren. President, Stephen Jackman says children are having great difficulty in performing at the level expected as a result. This was conveyed during the "Meet Me Under the Streetlight - Let's Talk" series. We've also been told teachers have become creative in planning and executing their lessons to accommodate students with undiagnosed learning disabilities or learning difficulties. Vice President of the Barbados Association of Guidance Counsellors, Shernell Clarke says this is done to measure the student's success. Ms. Clarke is the Guidance Counsellor at the Daryll Jordan Secondary School. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Former CBC employee passes away CBC mourns the passing of one of our Newsnight team members. Philip Hinds is known to us here at CBC as Perker passed away suddenly on Wednesday. Philip, who joined the CBC on November 12, 1979, was an outstanding sound engineer. He worked on the news almost every night, along with most of CBC's radio and TV productions over the years. Former Manager of Radio Win Callender worked closely with Philip and remembers him as a gentle giant who was loved by the staff. Philip retired on December 13, 2013, but his skills were soon sought after by CBC and he returned on a freelance basis. Maurice Bailey heads engineering, the department to which Philip was attached. Philip "Perker" Hinds would have been 72 tomorrow had he been alive. We at CBC remember him by one of his favourite sayings "ya en nun." rest easy Perker and sincerest condolences to his wife Sylvia, children Kimberly and Kirk and the extended family. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

On this World Intellectual Property Day, local artistes and creatives have been told it's not enough to simply register their copyright to protect their work. Deputy Registrar, of Corporate Affairs and Intellectual Property Office, Tamar Grant wants them to become aware of how they can exploit their intellectual property and how to protect it. World Intellectual Property Day aims to highlight how patents, copyrights, and other forms of intellectual property protection contribute to economic development and cultural advancement globally. Activities are being held under the theme, 'IP and SDGS: Building Our Common Future with Innovation and Creativity'. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

With less than 100 days to go until the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, only one Barbadian athlete has so far qualified for the world's biggest sporting event. Two-time World Championship 400 metre Bronze medalist and reigning Commonwealth Games record holder Sada Williams is currently the lone competitor to reach the qualifying standards for the July 26 to August 11 games. In an interview with CBC Sports Vice President of the Barbados Olympic Association Cammie Burke remained optimistic that more Barbadians will qualify before the June 30 deadline. Burke also confirmed that boxers Jabali Breedy, Charles Cox and Kimberley Gittens will travel to Thailand next month for their last Olympic qualifying event while adding that Barbados could also gain a few wildcard spots. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

A new spirit will be added to this year's Crop Over Festival. It will be part of a myriad of activities to be staged across Barbados, marking the fiftieth anniversary of the Crop Over Festival. Trevor Thorpe reports. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

Mornin' Barbados - April 26, 2024 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #MorninBarbados #MorningReport

Ali Campbell of UB 40 has arrived in Barbados ahead of tomorrow night's Barbados Legends of Reggae. It is the first event of the Barbados Reggae Weekend.

As Barbados joins other countries to celebrate 'Girls in ICT Day', there's a suggestion more women are needed in the field of information and technology. It has come from Minister of Industry, Innovation, Science and Technology, Marsha Caddle. She says it is more than just a day to celebrate, but also a time to take stock. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Workers at the Barbados National Oil Company are back on the job after their union reached an agreement with the company. The workers took industrial action protesting what they said were a number of outstanding issues. Deputy General Secretary and Lead Negotiator assigned to the BNOC Dwaine Paul says one of the main issues that will be addressed is the matter of outstanding back pay. He says the company has now agreed to make every effort to pay the staff by next pay day. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Employees of Belair Mini Mart, St. Philip are still recovering after a daring daylight robbery yesterday. Owner, Lisa Alleyne tells CBC News the courier had just arrived outside the establishment when an individual exited a vehicle and snatched the package from his hand. Ms. Alleyne says management has provided counselling for the courier and staff, several of whom have experienced trauma in the past. She says she's thankful none of her employees were physically injured during the incident and is calling for an end to the recent spate of robberies taking place on the island. Police are investigating the incident which has been circulating in videos on social media. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley says the governance structure of CWI must be addressed if the sport is to develop in the region. This is necessary as she says there's too much blurring across the current structure, too much conflict and room for its continuation. Ms. Mottley was among regional leaders addressing the opening of the CARICOM Regional Cricket Conference "Reinvigorating West Indies Cricket" being held in Trinidad and Tobago. Meanwhile President of Cricket West Indies Dr. Kishore Shallow has identified some of the issues hindering the implementation of the recommendations from the Wehby Governance Report. Recently three boards rejected some of the recommendations tabled at the latest CWI annual general meeting. In the report submitted by Senator Don Wehby in July 2020, recommendations were made to downsize the Board of Directors from 18 to 12, a reduction of the Board Committees from 12 to five and a redefining of the roles of President and Vice President. Several territorial Boards objected. Dr. Shallow, when pressed about the challenges, didn't hold back. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

To squash any beef between them, farmer Andrew Dickson delivered a cow to Shawn Holder after several chaotic days during which the true ownership of the heifer was on the table. Although fellow farmer Holder is convinced the animal is his, Dickson maintains he only “returned” it to keep the peace. Last week Monday, Dickson made a post on social media and asked the public to help him find his black angus brangus and red poll-mixed cow which was stolen. After Dickson offered a reward, his investigations led him to Joe’s River Forest, St Joseph and to a cow there. (Video by Jameel Springer)

A retired trade unionist is making a plea for the public and private sectors to follow the guidelines of the Safety and Health At Work Act. Former Public Relations and Health and Safety Officer, Barbados Workers Union Orlando 'Gabby' Scott says the call is necessary at this time amid an increase in sick building complaints and the recent fatality in the construction industry. Addressing the issue at the opening of the BWU's 'Safety 360 Symposium' Mr. Scott said workplaces are also duty bound to ensure their safety and health committes are functioning. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight