Minister in the Ministry of Finance Ryan Straughn is reminding Barbadians about the importance of financial literacy. The advice comes after some Barbadians who invested heavily in the global international media company TKY are reeling from the fallout. Many of them were left with empty pockets after news spread of the collapse of the online platform. Mr. Straughn says in order for people to recoup their money they must contact the Barbados Police Service and their legal representative for action to be taken in court against interested parties. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

A surge in American visitors to Barbados is expected to continue, with multiple American-branded hotel chains slated to start operating here in the coming years. This prediction is coming from a tourism expert, who is currently in Barbados at the ongoing Caribbean Hotel Investment Conference and Operations Summit, at the Wyndham Hotel. Anesta Henry has the report. 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 remains committed to introducing cutting-edge training programmes for students to enhance their sense of business and risk-taking with the view of building global citizens. That's according to Minister of State in the Ministry of Education Technological and Vocational Training Sandra Husbands. Speaking during the official opening of the floating library, Logos Hope which was docked at the Flour Mill on the Mighty Gryner Highway Minister Husbands noted that the intention of Government is to transform the nature of Barbadian youth and equip them with the necessary skills to see themselves operating at an accepted international standard. Minister Husbands lauded the Logos boat for the concept it exemplified noting that it was a true reflection of unifying diverse nations and cultures in a harmonious space. 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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Over three hundred investors, thought-leaders, decision makers and tourism officials are meeting in Barbados at the Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lorde's Castle Resort for the thirteenth Caribbean Hotel Investment Conference and Operations Summit (CHICOS). Minister of Tourism and International Transport Ian Gooding-Edgehill in his official address, called it a landmark occasion for Barbados as the country is poised for fresh and exciting tourism development and sectoral growth. Trevor Thorpe was there. 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

As Barbados prepares for the upcoming winter tourism season, the island is increasing its airlift from the United States. Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI), Craig Hinds, highlighted this development while welcoming the return of American Airlines flight 585, which arrived directly from John F. Kennedy Airport in New York last Tuesday. He also expressed excitement for the inaugural direct flight from Philadelphia, set to take off this Saturday. (Video by Reco Moore)

West Indies white ball captain Rovman Powell speaking post match on Sunday night at Kensington Oval, Barbados after his side went two-nil down in the five match T20I series against England. (Video by Jonteau Coppin)

Leader of the Opposition Ralph Thorne is demanding the Government honour its commitment to provide financial relief to fishermen and vendors who lost their livelihoods in the wake of Hurricane Beryl. During a press conference last year, Thorne was joined by members of the fishing community from Bridgetown, Oistins, and other locations, highlighting the continued struggles of those affected by the hurricane’s devastating impact on the industry on July 1. (Video by Reco Moore)

Next year's local track and field season is set to get going in late January with the 15th edition of the Joseph Payne Memorial Athletics Classic. The discus and javelin field events will start the ball rolling on January 24, under lights at the Coleridge and Parry School from 5 p.m. This precedes the next day's full schedule of track and field events at the Usain Bolt Complex, which includes the 5k run set for 5 p.m. Opened to all clubs, schools and independent athletes, for the first time it will be a qualifier for the CARIFTA Games, having been sanctioned by the Athletics Association of Barbados. The organiser of the Classic, Charles Walcott, says this is an important move as our young athletes need more competition. Added to this year's track events will be a mixed relay and as we hear from meet Director Wendy Barrow-Smith, there will also be an expansion of the age groups. 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

There are no headaches for Head Coach Kent Hall in selecting his first team, as the Barbados Senior Men's Team prepares to face Guyana at the BFA Turf tomorrow night. Both teams are set to clash in home and away CONCACAF Nations League play-in matches. The home side is boosted with the return of international striker Thierry Gale, and Coach Hall says the Tridents are excited at the prospect of adding to their recent success in Nations League "C". Both teams will be battling it out for a place in the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup Prelims, slated for early next year. Interim Head Coach of the Guyana side, Wayne Dover, says the transition of the coaching position has brought plans back in order, and the team is more focused. Tomorrow's match at the BFA Technical Centre starts at 7 p.m., while the second fixture will be hosted by Guyana on November 19. Tonight, shortly after the newsnight, CBC TV8 will air an interview with Barbados coach Kent Hall, as he talks about tomorrow's game. That's a CBC News Extra with Anmar Goodridge-Boyce at 8:23 p.m. 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

Cricket Legends of Barbados and the University of the West Indies have inked a memorandum of understanding to bring together the history of the game with cultural values. The formal partnership is an agreement with the Academy, CLR James Cricket Centre at UWI, and the Legends. Speaking during a ceremony this week, Pro Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the Cave Hill Campus Professor R. Clive Landis, is hoping for more participation for the Legends in Cricket in the Caribbean. General Manager of Cricket Legends, Julia Caine, says the MOU will help to improve general knowledge and education on cricket in the region and its impact. 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 will be giving praise as it celebrates its 58th anniversary with a National Independence Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, November 24. The multi-faith service, being held in conjunction with Barbados religious community, starts at 10 a.m., at Garfield Sobers Sports Complex in Wildey. It will be held under the theme, 'Stronger Together with Peace, Love and Unity'. Senator Patricia Parris of the organising committee says the service is open to the public and she has extended an invitation to all Barbadians to attend. Officiant for service, Dr. Winston Clarke says Barbados could not have reached this far without God's grace and mercy. He says there's much to give thanks for. 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 Diabetes Day', the Barbados Diabetes Foundation is stressing the importance of early detection in the fight against the non-communicable disease. Manager Dwight Edghill acknowledged the strides made locally, especially through the range of services on offer at the foundation and on the island. He wants citizens to avail themselves of the services. The theme for this year's world diabetes day is "Breaking Barriers, Bridging Gaps," It highlights the commitment to reducing the risk of diabetes and making sure everyone with the disease has access to equitable, thorough, reasonably priced, and high-quality care. 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 challenge of not having enough data, especially research pertaining to the Caribbean, is one which Barbados wants to addressed. Minister of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs, Kirk Humphrey called attention to the matter, as he addressed a panel discussion organised by the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus, in collaboration with the Inter-American Development Bank. It was themed from 'Data and Research to Policies that Improve Lives in the Caribbean'. Minister Humphrey says the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic saw data being collected as innovative ways were sought to reach out and assist citizens. He says in some instances where data is available, it is not digitised. Principal of UWI Cave Hill, Professor Clive Landis highlighted the importance of data collecting, saying at times it's used to inform policymakers. 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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The three goals Brittons Hill put pass Notre Dame set them up for a place in the semi-finals of the Prime Minister's Cup. Tonight one of them gets our vote for Play of the Week. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities