A 39-year-old man had to be freed from a vehicle using the jaws of life after he was involved in an accident in Lears, St. Michael. Reports indicate a flatbed truck careened off the carriageway and collided with a lorry, trapping the driver of the flatbed truck inside the vehicle. Acting Leading Fire Officer Junior Foster says at 4:00 p.m. a team at the Bridgetown Port Station received a call from their dispatch centre informing of the collision. He says the victim complained of back pain and pain in the right knee. Subscribe to CBC News: http://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 #Accident #Collision

Several of the fancied men's players in the Barbados Road Tennis Open 2024 made it through to the round of 16 in the tournament from the Gall Hill, St. John leg. Former world number one Julian "Michael Jackson" White defeated Dwight Thornhill 21-10, 21-16. Davien "Force Ripe " Taylor also brushed aside Edwin Ward 21-6, 21-14. Dario Hinds stopped Deighton "Pa " Roach 21-14, 21-18 ; while Darius "Barrackus" Gaskin was simply too strong for Brandon Arrindell brushing him aside 21-9, 21-10. Meanwhile, former Barbados Open Women's Champion Kim Holder is also through to the round of 16. Holder was among the winners when the ladies' action was on the court at Silver Hill in Christ Church. The round of 32 will wrap up at Dover tomorrow, with play starting at 6:30 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

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has been explaining the importance of the establishment of the National Botanical Gardens at in St. Michael. She spoke about the designated area during a tree planting ceremony there with former First Lady of South Africa, Her Excellency Dame Graça Machel, as a symbol of cementing her visit to the island as it culminates today. The Prime Minister stressed that green spaces are needed for recreation and other purposes. Ms. Mottley added that the importance of the area also relates to government's intention to build out infrastructure to support the creative industry in 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

After the Democratic Labour Party's contentious annual conference resulted in police being called in and some members being barred from entering the headquarters, political analyst Peter Wickham is of the view that a number of political careers have ended. Krystal Hoyte has more. 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 in the recently concluded ICC Cricket World Cup, Pelican Village once again will be transformed into a fan zone - this time for the Barbados Royals Women's and Men's teams for the Caribbean Premier League. At the zone's launch recently, CEO of Pelican Village Mark Hill revealed that one of the main features will be a virtual cricket game. The fan engagement drive began with a roadshow on Saturday and the Barbados Royal cricketers Nyeem Young, Kevin Wickham and Rahkeem Cornwall are looking forward to engaging with their fans. All the Barbados Royals games will be shown in the zone. The Women are playing in Trinidad with the remainder of their games tonight, tomorrow, and if they make the final - on the 29th. The Royals men will start their campaign in Antigua and Barbuda against the host franchise the Falcons on September 1. They then return home to face the Falcons on September 11 at Kensington Oval, followed by the Trinbago Knight Riders on the 13th, Guyana Amazon Warriors on the 14th and the St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots on the 17th. The Men's CPL final is set for October 6. 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

Police public affairs and communications officer Inspector Rodney Inniss spoke to the media at the scene of a road fatality at Six Roads, St Philip. The deceased was identified as Andre Mark Scott, 48, of a Christ Church address. (Video by Reco Moore) #Barbados #BarbadosNews #YourNewsYourTimeYourWay #NationBarbados #TheSourceMatters

Minister of Energy Senator Lisa Cummins toured the camp and said she wanted the children to experience the innovations available in renewable energy. She was speaking during the inaugural Energy Science Week which featured interactive activities co-hosted by the Division of Energy. Video by Shanice King.

The late Honourable Rudolph Nathaniel Greenidge was remembered as a humble, community-focused individual who was deeply committed to his family as he was laid to rest today. Among the dignitaries present were President of Barbados, The Most Honourable Dame Sandra Mason, along with Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley and her Cabinet, Speaker of the House Arthur Holder, and President of The Senate Honourable Reginald Farley. Former Prime Minister Freundel Stuart also attended. Mottley spoke glowingly of Greenidge’s personality both in and out of cabinet. (Video by Reco Moore)

Officials at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital are expected to get the first drawdown of $65 million, out of its $130 million dollar Capital Expenditure Programme within a number of weeks. And the first order of business is to order new pieces of equipment and to build the hospital's capacity over the next few months. This is according to Director of Engineering Paula Agbowu who was speaking on today's Pulse radio show on Q100.7 F.M. Ms. Agbowu notes the QEH has a listing of 19,126 pieces of equipment; 7,000 of which are medical and over 12,000 listed as non-medical. She adds the hospital is set to acquire a new linear accelerator that will be used to treat oncology cases. They hope to have it operational by year-end as some infrastructural work also needs to take place first. 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's support for new legislation which makes it harder for people who commit murder and firearm offences to get bail. Former magistrate Faith Marshall-Harris says the amendment to the Bail Act is one solution to curbing the spate of gun violence on the island. Ms. Marshall-Harris says speedier trials to prevent people from being out on bail or on remand for extended periods is another solution to maintaining law and order in 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 General Insurance Association of Barbados (GIAB) was represented on the programme by President Randy Graham. He also sought to reassure Barbadians regarding concerns raised by callers about the establishment of liability and payment of claims. He says the insurance industry is ready to take on the responsibility of being the responders to minor accidents. He adds that the sector supports the news Road Traffic Accident Investigation Policy, as it recognises the strain the force is under given the current crime situation. 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 Road Safety Association has raised its concerns regarding potential disputes following a motor vehicle accident and the role of accident responders versus the police. President Roland Lowe, who is a former police officer, queried if insurance personnel are trained in this regard as he weighed in on the change in the Road Traffic Accident Investigation Policy. He was on the panel for CBC TV's The People's Business. The topic, is the new Road Traffic Investigation Policy: A Different Response to Accidents. In response, Police Communication and Public Affairs Officer Inspector Rodney Inniss says the insurance reponders underwent a 40-hour one-week training course in Accident Scene Management. He says that initial training is appropriate, given that the responders will be handling minor accidents or so-called fender benders. As it relates to tensions rising at the scene, he adds that police will respond. 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

Police are on the scene of an accident at Six Roads, St. Philip where a vehicle overturned, pinning the driver inside. When CBC's Wendy Burke arrived on the scene around 10:45 a.m., public-spirited citizens were offering assistance, attempting to get the male driver out of the vehicle. The passenger of the vehicle was inconsolable at the scene. Police on the scene moved to secure the area. 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 warning to Barbadians about the potential negative impact of childhood obesity on the nation's future productivity. This from Minister of State in the Ministry of Health and Wellness Davidson Ishmael, who says the effects of childhood obesity go beyond health. He was speaking at the opening of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Barbados Vendor Training Session on the updated Nutrition Policy. Mr. Ishmael has urged the public to take nutrition and exercise seriously to help combat the issue. 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 major cleanup at the Foul Bay Beach in St. Philip this weekend has been described as the start of a development plan for the parish. This from the organisers of the event, the Miami-based Barbadian Mapp Family. 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

Mornin' Barbados - August 26, 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

Medical coordinator of the Breast Screening Programme Dr Shirley Jhagroo said the majority of women who were diagnosed with the illness were as a result of self-tests and many were helped because of the early detection. Video by Reco Moore.

United Nations' Child Rights Expert Faith Marshall-Harris, says parents and guardians not pursuing child abuse cases is not a new issue. She says they must understand protecting their children should be their greatest priority. She believes the new Child Protection Act is the solution to the vexing issue. Subscribe to CBC News: http://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 # #

There is a major concern that parents and guardians are dropping child abuse cases. The issue has been highlighted by the Minister of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs, Kirk Humphrey. He says the Director of the Child Care Board, Roseann Richards, informed him just last week, that she was advised by police of six cases of parents or guardians opting not to pursue such cases. Mr. Humphrey says the new Child Protection Legislation passed earlier this year will make it mandatory for parents to report child abuse cases. Subscribe to CBC News: http://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 #Court #ChildCare

There is a major concern that parents and guardians are dropping child abuse cases. The issue has been highlighted by the Minister of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs, Kirk Humphrey. He says the Director of the Child Care Board, Roseann Richards, informed him just last week, that she was advised by police of six cases of parents or guardians opting not to pursue such cases. Mr. Humphrey says the new Child Protection Legislation passed earlier this year will make it mandatory for parents to report child abuse cases. Subscribe to CBC News: http://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 #Court #ChildCare