This year's National Primary Schools' Athletic Championship (NAPSAC) could be in jeopardy. CBC's Anmar Goodridge-Boyce has the details of this developing 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

People looking to travel between Barbados and Jamaica no longer have to take a roundabout journey to do so. That's because a three hour direct flight has now been introduced by InterCaribbean Airlines. Wendy Burke tells us today's inaugural flight is being seen as a bridge which will better facilitate business and cultural exchanges. 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 given its reputation as headquarters for many international agencies and Minister of Energy and leader of Government Business in the Senate, Senator Lisa Cummins expect others to follow suit and set up offices. She is upbeat about relations with the African Export-Import Bank. She signalled her support for the African Export-Import Bank Bill which was brought before the Upper House Wednesday. This Bill provides for the implementation of the agreement for the establishment of a partnership between member states of CARICOM and the agreement between Barbados and the bank concerning the location of the Caribbean Community office on island. 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

Sixteen children between the ages of 8-16 have graduated from the annual Cook Caribbean Cooking Summer Camp. The camp, which in its fifth year was held between July and September 2023, saw children conquering different cooking challenges including menu writing. Director and Executive Chef at Cook Caribbean Adrian Cumberbatch says that while the challenges are part of the camp, the main aim is to allow the children to learn basic cooking skills. He also expressed his appreciation and pride for the group that graduated. 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

Several areas across the country in which public service vehicles, PSVs operate have become problematic and are of concern for the Transport Authority and the Barbados Police Service. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport and Works, Santia Bradshaw has identified River Road, in The City and Warrens as among the areas officials constantly hear complaints for. Ms. Bradshaw was at the time leading off debate on the Transport Authority Amendment Bill 2024. Minister of Home Affairs and Information, Wilfred Abrahams welcomed the amendments saying a word to the wise is sufficient. The amendment makes provision for the transport authority to cancel or suspend any licence issued in respect of authorising a person to drive or act as a conductor on a PSV, motor omnibus or route taxi. He shared a recent experience while travelling along Highway One. 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 is working to ensure there is clarity in how fees are introduced by financial institutions. This from Minister in the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs, Ryan Straughn as he led off Debate on the Financial Institutions (Amendment) Bill, 2024. 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 Barbados Workers Union will be seeking a meeting with the management of the newly formed sugar companies, the outcome of which could determine whether this year's sugar harvest starts on time. Deputy General Secretary of the BWU, Dwaine Paul, made the revelation following a meeting with sugar workers yesterday. The workers, who were previously employed under the now defunct Barbados Agricultural Management Company (BAMC), were hired under two privately owned companies the Agricultural Business Company (ABC Ltd.), and the Barbados Energy and Sugar Company (BESCO Ltd.). Mr. Paul outlined some of the workers' concerns, which include contracts which do not speak to the full terms and conditions expected on their re-engagement. While there's been no official announcement of the start date for this year's harvest, Mr. Paul is hopeful the requested meeting can be held in the coming days. He notes the start will be dependent on getting the matters 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

A local charitable organisation is advocating for the blind and visually impaired youth. President of the National United Society of the Blind Barbados, Janeil Odle says these Barbadians have it worse compared to other people with disabilities. She says many blind children don't have the same access to education or employment. Ms. Odle was a guest on CBC TV8's Mornin' Barbados. The organisation is arranging educational and advocacy programmes to help the blind and visually impaired lead normal lives. Ms. Odle says a movie night is planned through which some much needed funds will be raised. 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 the lead up to this year's Powerade/Dasani BSSAC Championship, CBC's Anmar Goodridge-Boyce continues to preview some of the athletes expected to grab the headlines on- 'Athlete In The Spotlight'. 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

A caution to Barbadians as they try to navigate the impact of the heavy flow of Sahara dust that has been affecting the island in recent days and weeks. A leading family physician is suggesting the dust threat be taken more seriously, given its composition. Dr. Adrian Lorde says there are several ways for Barbadians to protect themselves from the effects of the dust, but one of the most useful methods was actually utilised at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. 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

Morning Report | Mornin' Barbados - February 07, 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

There has been much public debate over new Cybercrime legislation in the works. The Bill was introduced in the house by Minister of Industry, Innovation, Science and Technology Marsha Caddle. She joined us live on the CBC NewsNight to discuss the legislation and other issues surrounding it. 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

Several South American neighbours will be in Barbados for Agrofest 2024 with Suriname alone fielding 100 delegates. As Barbados' Special Envoy to Suriname and Guyana Alphea Wiggins explains, some are exhibitors but they will also be here to meet with various businesses and government organisations. Venezuela and Brazil will also be included in these meetings with the local business sector. Ms. Wiggins says Agrofest is a platform to get people to come to Barbados to explore opportunities. 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 Lower House also debated the Law Revision and Law Reform (Amendment) Act, 2024. Attorney General Dale Marshall explains it is intended to give greater independence to the Law Reform Commission in its operations. 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 changes to the Law Revision and Law Reform (Amendment) Bill, 2024, open an avenue for Barbadians to offer feedback on laws including the ones they think should be pulled from the books. Home Affairs Minister Wilfred Abrahams raised the point during his contribution to the afternoon session of the House of Assembly. 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 moving to bring legislation shortly to further advance the renewable energy sector. Energy Minister Senator Lisa Cummins made the revelation this morning, at the second annual Green Energy Expo at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre. She says the pending rules will be revolutionary and visionary. Senator Cummins notes there continues to be an appetite for renewable energy projects as she spoke to what is being done to address those who are waiting to get on the grid. 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

Member of Parliament for St. James North, Edmund Hinkson says while the constitution gives people the right to freedom of expression, it must be done without infringing the rights, reputation and freedom of others. Mr. Hinkson says the cybercrime bill, which replaces the 19-year-old Computer Misuse Act, introduces new concepts and increases the penalties in the existing act. 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

Barbados is monitoring the progress of the cooperation agreement with Cuba that arose from bilateral talks between the two countries during the 2022 CARICOM-Cuba summit Ambassador to CARICOM David Comissiong, who's also Chair of the Barbados Task Force says 10 different areas of cooperation are being focused on. He recently travelled to Havana where he followed up on the cooperation agreement. Given Cuba's expertise in genetic engineering and biotechnology, Mr. Comissiong says that island will be assisting Barbados as it moves to build out its life sciences industry. 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 local entomologist wants surveillance heightened to protect Barbados from invasive non-endemic species. According to Ian Gibbs, Barbados is seeing new pests each year for the last few years and officials must ensure the invasive non-endemic species do not harm local helpful insects or destroy crops. Mr. Gibbs told the Morning Report that unfortunately the knowledge pool to help deal with these matters has been reduced significantly because of retirement. While those remaining are working hard, some areas need to be topped up. He added with the movement of so much cargo and people into the island now, the control mechanism must be strengthened, especially as relates to holding infested produce at the ports of entry. 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

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Dale Marshall is reassuring citizens the new Cybercrime Bill's goal is not to restrict general free speech. Debate has resumed on the legislation in Parliament today. According to Mr. Marshall, misinformation abounds and social media thrives on it. He's labelled as a red herring, suggestions Government will police social media. Mr. Marshall insists the state has a duty to protect individuals against conduct that's calculated to cause them harm or may result in harm. He says Barbados has not gone against the Budapest Convention. That treaty seeks to address internet and computer crime by harmonising national laws, improving investigative techniques, and increasing cooperation among nations. 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