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Barbados is on the verge of promotion to League B in the CONCACAF Nations League ahead of two home matches this month at the Wildey Turf. The Tridents have been hard at work going through their paces for the crucial encounters, starting with the US Virgin Islands tomorrow night. CBC's Anmar Goodridge-Boyce has more. 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

In an unprecedented move, much-needed financial assistance is being provided by Government for people with several types of disabilities. They now qualify for a non-contributory pension. Labour Minister Colin Jordan made the announcement, adding that civil society played an instrumental role in this development. Anesta Henry has the report. 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

With an increase in the number of lightning and thunderstorms Barbados has been experiencing, Senior Meteorologist Tia Browne is urging Barbadians to pay attention to weather alerts and to be very mindful of that flash of bright light in particular. Our Rachelle Agard sat with Ms. Browne at the Barbados Meteorological Services and filed this report. 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

In The Know with Krystal Hoyte One on One with Dr. Ronnie Yearwood Former Democratic Labour Party Leader, Dr. Ronnie Yearwood speaks candidly about developments within the party, his expulsion from the DLP and shares his thoughts on Political Leader Ralph Thorne. Subscribe to CBC Barbados: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 #CBCTV8 #InTheKnow #RonnieYearwood #DLP #CBCNews

Our 2024 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League coverage ends with a sit down interview with Trident Productions' Artistic Director Shari Pollard and Dancer Cristanna McConney. Our reporter Josue Ramirez Nelson found out more about one of the most entertaining parts of the biggest party in sport: the dancers! (Video by Jonteau Coppin)

The excess heat Barbados has been facing recently is a new phenomenon which the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) has called attention to as it points to changing risks. Executive Director, Elizabeth Riley wants citizens of the region to be aware of the hazards, noting there are many. Ms. Riley was a guest on CBC TV8's Mornin' Barbados. 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

Amendments have been made to the Sexual Offences Bill which Attorney General Dale Marshall says restores to the law the protection afforded to people under the age of 16. In leading off Debate in the Lower House, Mr. Marshall told Parliament the language pertaining to serious indecency was not satisfactory and there were other areas that needed to be clarified and addressed. He says Government has sought to standardise the arrangements regarding age, introducing the definition of a minor in the Bill. Mr. Marshall says the amendments touch on the issue of rape, recognising it can take place in many ways. It also takes into consideration people with medical disorders and physical disabilities pertaining to consent. The Attorney General says the country must be prepared to call out such acts, as he says the legislation for the first time addresses grooming. 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

The current president of the Barbados Association of Professional Engineers Trevor Browne will not be seeking re-election. He made the announcement at the BAPE's Annual Awards and dinner marking the organisation's 60th year. He believes the time has come to hand over to the young brigade. 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 the Yuletide season approaches the Queen Elizabeth Hospital is asking families not to abandon their elderly relatives at the healthcare institution. Chief Operations Officer Dr. Christine Greenidge says historically there is an uptick in elderly able-bodied people left at the facility, as the Christmas season draws near. She says there are between 35 to 45 elderly people at the QEH, who should not be there. 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

Chief Fire Officer, Errol Maynard has called attention to the risks brought with the rapid growth of photovoltaic systems along with the importation of electric vehicles He says it presents a serious concern for public safety and a significant challenge for the Fire Service. 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 - October 08, 2024 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

Forensic Pathologist Dr Shubhakar Karra Paul warns Barbadians to wear their seatbelts as he believes some road users were underestimating the severity of injuries that can be caused during accidents when they decide not to wear the safety device. Paul told Nation News that in many of the post mortems he had carried out during his three-and-a-half years here, death could possibly have been prevented if the persons were wearing seatbelts. (Video by Reco Moore)

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There's concern bilateral double tax treaties are at the heart of the tax loss problem in Caribbean countries. It''s coming from regional economist Marla Bukhara. She made the comments while delivering the 4th Owen Arthur Memorial Lecture. Rachelle Agard 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

Regional economist Marla Dukharan says the more than 100-year-old, 3000-strong bilateral double tax treaty network allows for the legal avoidance of taxes by foreign companies in developing countries. According to her, there's a study that shows capacity constraints and imperfect negotiation strategies in developing countries are exploited by capital-exporting states, shielding multinationals from taxation. 3000-strong. Now joining us tonight to discuss these comments from Ms. Dukharan, is Executive Director of the Barbados International Business Association, Carmel Haynes. 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 long delays for people waiting on results for CT scans at the QEH's Accident and Emergency Department should soon be reduced significantly. That's because the hospital has received a new CT scan machine. Chief Operations Officer Dr. Christine Greenidge says it is going to be installed in the emergency room. She was speaking on CBC TV 8's Mornin Barbados. 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 bragging rights will stay with Scotty's Car Rentals St. Leonard's Boys upper 5th, as they retained the title in the 35's age group of the Bragging Rights Old Scholars Football Tournament. Playing at the Lumber Company Ground, they got past Parkinson Old Scholars in the final. However, St. Leonard's was denied the double, as their 47's team went down to St. George Secondary Old scholars, who now have the bragging rights in that division. Ann-Marie Burke takes a look at both finals. 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

In light of the recent heavy showers that resulted in pockets of flooding across the island, Barbadians now have another reason to keep their properties and environment clean. Director of the Centre for Biosecurity Studies, University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus, Dr. Kirk Douglas says it is important Barbadians keep their properties clean to prevent themselves and loved ones from being infected with mosquito-borne viruses. Dr. Douglas made the appeal while speaking on CBC TV8's Mornin' Barbados about the island's first West Nile Virus case. 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

Many of the island’s youth innovators have been encouraged to pave a path towards a sustainable and greener Barbados. Director of Youth Affairs Cleviston Hunte made the call on Monday during his remarks at the inaugural Barbados Youth Green Tech Expo, held at Hilton Barbados Resort. Coinciding on Caribbean Youth Day 2024, the Barbados Youth Green Tech Expo was aimed to inspire and empower youth to address the environmental challenges faced by Small Island Developing States. (Video by Reco Moore)