More than 100 competitors are set to compete tomorrow in the Barbados Amateur Gymnastics Association's Invitational Trident Classic. Ahead of the event, CBC's Anmar Goodridge-Boyce visited the Flip Gym where local participants were gearing up for action. 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

As Barbados deals with the effects of dry weather conditions, one local business is being proactive in tackling water scarcity on the island. In doing so, it has won an international award and brought recognition to Barbados for outstanding sustainability practices. Stacey Russell 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

MORNIN BARBADOS SHOW APRIL 05 2024 LIVE from: Standard Distribution, Wildey, St. Michael 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

Government has completed 61 of the 150 steel-framed houses to accommodate Barbadians displaced by Hurricane Elsa. According to Minister of Housing, Lands and Maintenance Dwight Sutherland the remaining 89 will be completed by East-West Solutions (Barbados) Inc within the next financial year. Speaking at a press confernce at Haggatt Hall this morning, Mr. Sutherland said the steel-framed housing project which is costing Government fifty million plus, has faced delays due to internal and external factors. 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

Barbados and the Caribbean have heard from a senior European Union diplomat that the EU wants to do more business with the region. First Counselor, Head of Cooperation at EU Delegation to Guyana, Surinam and Caribbean Overseas Countries Territories, Joan Nadal Sastre says it's clear EU companies want to be key business partners as they have a lot to put on the table. The message was conveyed at the launch of the upcoming 2024 Caribbean Investment Forum organised by the Caribbean Export and Development Agency. 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

Government's efforts to revitalise markets in the City will soon include a re-imagined Temple Yard. Speaking on behalf of the Planning Committee, Acting Director of the Public Affairs Department, Christal Austin, revealed the official reconstruction effort is soon to get underway. Temple Yard is the unique local Rastafarian craft and food market popular for its leather craft and wood sculptures. 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

Making Headlines... Farmers to benefit from millions of dollars to assist in protecting livestock from the heat. The new CEO of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital is on the job. Autism under the spotlight this month to further raise awareness of the condition. And in Sports...Amber Joseph going for Olympic qualification at the PAN AM Track Championships. Subscribe to CBC News Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados Connect with 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 #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Pastry business Eclectic Kitchen is expanding its operations. The made-to-order pastry business is owned and operated by Pastry Chef Shani Audain. On today's business report, the young entrepreneur talks about the operation. The pastry chef said growth has been steady for Eclectic Kitchen whose doors were opened just before the pandemic and she has a road map. 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

The Autism Association of Barbados will be staging a number of events to raise awareness and funding for their activities. Public Relations Officer Nadia Simmons spoke about some of them. The association is also interested in protecting the mental health of those who care for those with autism. 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

Children in need are again the focus of the Chefette Fun Run. Slated for May 19, it provides Chefette and the co-sponsors with the opportunity to continue the legacy of the late Dame Olga Lopes-Seale, the creator of the Needy Children's Fund. At the launching of this year's event, Gerry Lewis, General Manager of Radisson Aquatica, one of the co-sponsors of the event told the gathering the event provides for the needs of those who are less fortunate. And before handing a cheque to the organisers, Managing Director of Chefette Restaurants, Ryal Haloute, said the company is pleased to continue with the work. He said the company's philosophy is to give back. 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

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital's new Chief Executive Officer is placing safety in the delivery of health services at the institution as top priority. CEO Neil Clark made the comments as he addressed management and staff yesterday. 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 Caribbean Court of Custice (CCJ) Academy for Law has honoured four outstanding jurists for their service and contribution to the legal profession. Chief Justice Sir Patterson Cheltenham, former President of the Senate Sir Richard Cheltenham, former Attorney General Sir Henry Forde, and former Chief Justice Sir David Simmons were presented with tokens of appreciation during a ceremony at the Judge's Lounge of the Supreme Court yesterday. The legendary legal practitioners were presented with a special pin. Judge of the CCJ, Justice Winston Anderson also presented the honourees with copies of the Legendary Caribbean Legal Practitioners book which is the third instalment of the Academy's eminent Caribbean jurist series. Chief Justice Cheltenham said his fellow honourees are skilled exponents of their art. Sir Richard Cheltenham said the award has forced him to reflect on his legal and political career. Sir David Simmons says he and his colleagues are recipients of the award because of their dedication to the law. He says the legal fraternity has lost several members this year and they too should be remembered for their contribution to the development of the profession. 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

As Barbados prepares to host the 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, authorities are putting measures in place to ensure the country has an adequate food supply. Minister of Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Security Indar Weir says he is currently engaging stakeholders in meetings to avoid a food shortage on the island. Mr. Weir says putting Barbados in a food secure position is a matter that must be taken seriously. 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

Neil Clark has been appointed the new Chief Executive Officer of The Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Mr Clark emerged as the leading candidate from an original list of 84 candidates and after a rigorous selection process. Mr Clark addressed members of staff this morning.

Veteran road tennis player Kim Holder is the winner of the inaugural Queen of the South Road Tennis Tournament. Playing at the courts at Garrison Savannah, Holder was a 2 games to one winner over Rachel Smith in a keenly contested final. CBC's Ann-Marie Burke takes a look at the match. 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 historic IFBB Elite Pro Roger Boyce World Cup is attracting some of the best competitors around the world to Barbados, for the highly anticipated event next month. CBC's Anmar Goodridge-Boyce 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

Barbados is proceeding with plans to boost its milk production capacity. Minister of Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Security Indar Weir will be meeting with farmers soon to discuss addressing the reduction in milk supply caused by the heat. He says Government intends to provide players in the industry with incentives to help them increase hay production, improve farming facilities, and import a projected 320 pregnant heifers The Minister added that while provisions are being made to import the heifers, measures are being taken to ensure bird flu does not accompany them to the island's shores. 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 injecting two million dollars to help players in the poultry industry beat the extreme heat expected in the coming months. Confirmation of this from Minister of Agriculture Indar Weir. He told CBC News that tomorrow his Ministry will be transferring two million dollars to the Barbados Agricultural Society's account to help livestock farmers adapt and build resilience to climate change conditions on the island. Last year, several poultry farmers reportedly lost thousands of chickens due to heat stress. Additionally, Government had to import 1.9 million eggs for the 2023 yuletide season to avert a possible crisis, because layers were mostly affected by the severe heat conditions. The Minister said poultry farmers, who will be expected to meet specific requirements to access the funds, now have the opportunity to make adjustments to their chicken pens and other infrastructure. 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

Operations at the Barbados Licensing Authority in the Pine closed earlier than usual today as a result of a staff shortage. CBC News spoke with National Union of Public Workers Deputy General Secretary Wayne Walrond who was on the scene. He stressed that the situation was a result of manpower issues involving testing officers. Mr. Walrond says this forced the rescheduling of appointments. He says the NUPW was assured by management that the staff shortage facing the company would be resolved. 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

aiya Simmons won the girls’ 13-14 age group title at the 37th annual CARIFTA Aquatics Championships in Nassau, Bahamas. She also won a total of 12 medals comprising 7 gold and 5 silver. (Video by Dwayne Gibbs) #MeAndMyNation #YourNewsYourTimeYourWay #TheSourceMatters #Barbados