Even as Barbados and other regional territories are being lauded for their ongoing efforts to reform their education systems, authorities have been urged to include the youth in the process. The call and suggestion have come from Director of the School of Education at the UWI Cavehill Campus Professor Joel Warrican. He made that call this morning during the Meeting of the Eastern Caribbean Joint Board of Teacher Education. Professor Warrican also contends the social ills present in Barbados and the region are manifestations of the failures of the education systems that are still based on the colonial era. 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 appointment of two Spiritual Advisors for the Cabinet of Barbados has been applauded by a Switzerland-based religious leader. During her address to the nation earlier this month, Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley said the Reverends Dr. Joel Cumberbatch and Dr. Adrian Smith would serve in this capacity. At the time she suggested there was a need to strengthen moral and religious leadership, as well as build new partnerships with the church to address social challenges. Reverend Dr. Mikie Roberts is the Programme Executive for Spiritual Life, Faith and Order with the World Council of Churches. He has applauded the move by the Prime Minister, which he believes will help members of Cabinet balance their private and public lives. 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

Bringing aviation to the public. That is the thinking behind the open day at the Barbados Light Aeroplane Club on Monday. 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

The Division of Fisheries is undertaking a major re-marking exercise to bring commercial fishing vessels in line with international standards. Chief Fisheries Officer, Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox, says the process is now underway, and will see fishing boats bearing new registration numbers. Dr. Cox explained it is a mandatory exercise and they received assistance from larger vessel owners to test the new process. It will also allow them to know which boats are actively working. Given the number of boats on island, the process is not an overnight one. But the Fisheries Chief made it clear if individuals are not due inspection but want their vessels registered under the new system, they can go to the temporary satellite office at the Bridgetown Fisheries Complex. 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 Barbados Economic Recovery and Transformation Plan Monitoring Committee has released its report which covers the 6 month period to September 30, 2023, and coincides with a formal EFF Review while also outlining the interim targets for the 3 month period ended June 30, 2023. Chairman of the BPSA Trisha Tannis in releasing the second report under an International Monetary Fund and Government of Barbados 36-month arrangement under the extended fund facility and an arrangement under the resilience and sustainability facility intended to maintain and strengthen macroeconomic stability, support the structural reform agenda, and increase resilience to climate change in Barbados said that all. The quantitative performance and indicative targets for June 30, and September 30, were met. The report shows that during this period expenditure increased significantly by $93 million with a major portion of that related to additional interest expenditure of $85 million. 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 Alliance of Owners of Public Transport in the face of complaints of indiscipline by some public service vehicles, PSV operators want owners to ensure proper vetting systems are in place when it comes to hiring. Several issues were raised as Barbadians shared concerns with officials of AOPT who were guests on CBC TV8's Mornin' Barbados. Kelvin Scott, the man in charge of AOPT's Transport Energy Project says there's a subculture of thinking along with patterns that have been exhibited over the years. Director of Complaints and Legal Affairs at AOPT, Craig Banfield says loud and lewd music on PSVs remains a worry for commuters. The issue is one it continues to receive numerous complaints for on a regular basis. Operators and conductors stopping for alcoholic beverages were also raised. The embrace of technology has been touted as a method to address issues. 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 Barbados Association of Medical Practitioners, BAMP, amid a spate of dengue fever cases, has linked its spread to climate change. President Dr. Lynda Williams called attention to changes in weather patterns, noting the outbreak is Caribbean-wide. Dr. Williams was a guest on CBC TV8's Mornin' Barbados. With the return to the classrooms and the presence of COVID-19 and flu cases, Dr. Williams wants Barbadians to take more precautions. 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 Barbados Association of Medical Practitioners, BAMP, amid a spate of dengue fever cases, has linked its spread to climate change. President Dr. Lynda Williams called attention to changes in weather patterns, noting the outbreak is Caribbean-wide. Dr. Williams was a guest on CBC TV8's Mornin' Barbados. With the return to the classrooms and the presence of COVID-19 and flu cases, Dr. Williams wants Barbadians to take more precautions. 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

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West Indies Test captain Kraigg Brathwaite talks to the media ahead of the team's game today against Australia. #Barbados #BarbadosNews #YourNewsYourTimeYourWay #NationBarbados #TheSourceMatters

People have been affected by the firebug, which has apparently had a busy start to the new year. Statistics indicate a slight increase in the number of fires so far compared with the same period last year. Joining us now for the latest is Chief Fire Officer Errol Maynard. 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 athletes of Philips House were crowned champions today at the Elliot Belgrave Primary School sports. Competing in Boscobel, Philips totaled 239 points to defeat runners-up Mapp House with 213 points. Jeremiah Brathwaite and Joshua Williams jointly won the Victor Ludorum title, while Kalia Edwards was the Victrix Ludorum. CBC's Anmar Goodridge-Boyce 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

The Junior Sailors Competition got things going for the 2024 Barbados Sailing Week. At the recent opening ceremony at the Barbados Cruising Club, the young sailors were rewarded for their exploits on the sea earlier in the day in the Junior Dinghy Competition. Set to run through to this coming Sunday, the Barbados Sailing Week again will have a packed schedule. Tomorrow will see the remote control dragon flite races at Golden Pond in St. Philip followed on Thursday and Saturday by the coastal races which can be viewed from the Boardwalk in Hastings. Saturday will also see the kite surfing and wing foil events at Long Beach, Christ Church with the big culminating event the Mount Gay Round Barbados Race setting sail on Sunday with 12 yachts from Carlisle Bay in a northerly direction. President of the Barbados Sailing Association, Renata Goodridge, also highlighted that this year's events will be conducted in an environmentally safe manner. 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

West Indies Captain Kraigg Brathwaite wants his side to play more test matches, saying that more red-ball matches for the team will lead to an overall improvement of the players. The Caribbean side is set to face Australia for a two-match test series starting tonight, and the skipper has travelled to Adelaide with some new names in the squad, after senior members like Jason Holder and Kyle Mayers opted out, to focus on the upcoming T20 World Cup. The West Indies Cricket team has had very little test involvement in the recent past, with only 13 matches during the 2023-2025 World Test Championship window. Their six-match series in the World Test Championship cycle comprises only one three-match series, which came against England in July, 2023. 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

Hundreds of thousands of dollars are required to restore some of the island's historic treasures to their former glory. The Barbados National Trust is hoping locals and visitors will support the cause, while learning about the country's rich heritage. Sharika Griffith has the story. 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

St. Lucy MP, Peter Philips, is spearheading a venture to revitalise Archers Bay As one of the island's premier leisure spots. We caught him and a team of workers in the parish as they continued to enhance the vast space which now features upgraded seating and fencing. Phillips outlines some of the plans for the site. 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 Ambassador to CARICOM, David Comissiong says recent comments made by the island's Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley labelling Israel's war against Hamas in the Palestinian territory of Gaza as the world's first televised genocide has resonated with many across the globe. He says CARICOM has made its position known as it abhorred the attacks in Israel and the counterattacks in Gaza. Ambassador Comissiong says the case brought by South Africa before the International Court of Justice formally accusing Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza is a landmark one. He notes despite requests, Israel has not heeded calls to adhere to international humanitarian law. He says the situation in Gaza is creating a crisis of confidence in the international institutions. Ambassador Comissiong was a guest on the Conversations on CARICOM segment of CBC TV8's Mornin' Barbados. Ambassador Comissiong acknowledged the action taken by Belize which suspended ties with Israel and St. Vincent and The Grenadines for voicing its support of South Africa's genocide case. He suggests there should be penalties for not adhering to resolutions of the UN General Assembly. 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 lone case of leprosy in Barbados was an imported case. The disease of the skin can also lead to deformities and is caused by bacteria. Advisor on Health Surveillance, Disease Prevention and Control at the Pan American Health Organisation, Dr. Prabhjot Singh, who was a guest on CBC TV8's Morning Report, has been explaining how it is contracted. 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 cyber security expert expects more businesses in Barbados and the region will gravitate towards investing in cybersecurity this year, due to fears of online breaches. Neil Harper says there were a number of high-profile breaches in the Caribbean last year and in 2022, targeting not only banking but electricity providers. His comments came during the first International ICT Forecast and Industry Watch meeting hosted by the Caribbean Communications Union. Mr. Harper says a shortage in skills in the area of cyber security is impacting the Caribbean. Visit our website www.cbc.bb for more of today's top stories. #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsDay #CBCNewsNight #CBCNewsBarbados #Credible #Balanced #Committed

West Indies Vice Captain Alzarri Joseph says the regional side will not be fazed by World Champions Australia, as the two sides begin their two-match test series in Adelaide tonight Barbados time. The visiting Windies team suffered a whitewash in the last Australian summer, but Joseph is optimistic of a change in fortunes this time around. 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