Blog Feed: Barbados Underground

Minister of Culture Stephen Lashley was quoted in the press on the weekend blaming the lack of a media policy at the National Cultural Foundation (NCF) for feeding perennial controversies during the Crop Over period. To summarize his view: the … Continue reading → > read more

Local Politicians, The Modern Day Pharisees

Published on 2012-05-17 05:23:25

Take heed that ye do not your alms before men to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. 2. Therefore when thou doest thine alms, do not sound a trumpet before … Continue reading → > read more

Commission of Inquiry: Rule of Law, What a Joke!

Published on 2012-05-14 04:47:32

By now Prime Minister Freundel Stuart should have re-read the relevant sections of the Constitution, the Public Service Act and the Commission of Inquiry Act and realised that he has seriously blundered in his handling of the industrial relations problems … Continue reading → > read more

The Intrusion At Nicole’s Vigil

Published on 2012-05-06 22:28:48

The murder of Nicole Harrison-Watson remains fresh in the minds of Barbadians, and in particular the Ferniehurst community. When death comes to a young person, Nicole was 37, it always seems to twist our emotions. To the credit of Nicole’s … Continue reading → > read more

Diamonds International: Who’s Telling The Truth?

Published on 2012-05-05 04:59:06

First let me state that I hold no brief for either Sir Roy Trotman, General Secretary of the Barbados Workers Union, or Mr. Jacob Hassid, the owner of Diamonds International. I will therefore attempt to put the recent events involving … Continue reading → > read more

The Alexandra Impasse: Enough Is Enough

Published on 2012-04-18 03:10:46

According to media reports, the meeting between Prime Minister Fruendel Stuart and the Barbados Secondary Teachers Union (BSTU) to resolve the Alexandra imbroglio ended with a promise of more meetings late last night. Further reports suggest that Principal Jeff Broomes … Continue reading → > read more

Government Stealing From Public Officers

Published on 2012-04-15 05:43:38

Sometime ago Government introduced a budgetary measure that required taxpayers to pay tax on fixed travelling and entertainment allowances. The Minister stated that the measure would be in force for eighteen months. Immediately, the tax was condemned as being unfair … Continue reading → > read more

A Grassroots Comparison of the Upcoming Elections In USA and Barbados: Facts Versus Fiction

Published on 2012-04-15 05:32:15

Submitted by Austin In the U.S today: The Republican Party continues to live in there owe “bubble” detached from the many daily realities and struggles of everyday Americans. They are covertly using the fear of a blackbrownasian planet to get … Continue reading → > read more

Lawyers And Doctors Accused Of Not Paying All Their Taxes

Published on 2012-04-15 05:11:26

Submitted by the People’s Democratic Congress (PDC) “When the government fears the people, there is liberty. When the people fear the government there is tyranny”. Thomas Jefferson “Men fight for liberty and win it with hard knocks. Their children, brought … Continue reading → > read more

The Cultural Industries Bill Too Important To Be Hijacked By a Few With Agendas

Published on 2012-04-12 01:08:02

This blog was compiled with the assistance of a prominence industry professional currently based overseas. The Hollywood Reporter, the bible of film and TV production in the World’s largest and most successful film production centre, reported on March 24, 2011 … Continue reading → > read more

Will The Real Bajan Politician Please Stand-up?

Published on 2012-04-11 22:56:03

Submitted by Hamilton Hill As the hands of life’s time peace moves us closer to the end of yet another year on planet earth, we as a people are faced with the realization that it also moves us closer to … Continue reading → > read more

REDjet’s Demise + LIAT’s Haemorrhaging = Regional Transportation In Crisis

Published on 2012-04-11 02:47:37

A quote from a BU commenter about REDjet Continue reading → > read more

Almond Resorts At The Cross Roads

Published on 2012-04-02 05:37:12

Submitted by Adrian Loveridge “Too big to fail’ was one of the many emotive headlines appearing recently and relating to the future, if any, for the Almond Resorts group. Of course the statement could be right. 836 rooms spread across … Continue reading → > read more

Barbados Estimates 2012-2013 Revenue: You Tell Me BU, Are We As A Nation In TROUBLE

Published on 2012-04-01 20:12:15

The current DLP keeps telling Bajans that things are “OK and NOT that bad in Barbados”, however below is the overall summary of the DLP produced 2012-2013 Barbados Estimates. The DLP has given Bajans (5) straight years of a major … Continue reading → > read more

Where Is The Hardwood Housing Forensic Report?

Published on 2012-03-31 23:45:30

BU admits to being sympathetic to the platform message of the late Prime Minister David Thompson that on winning the government, he would usher in a new kind of governance in Barbados. The new dispensation would be driven by transparency … Continue reading → > read more

Brigitte Gabriel Speaks At Anti-Shariah Conference

Published on 2012-03-31 23:38:39

“Brigitte Gabriel focuses on Islamic infiltration into the American education system. This intuitive and highly intelligent lady knows exactly what’s going on in our nation today and boldly explains in detail without regard to any ridiculous political correctness whatsoever. You … Continue reading → > read more

The Alexandra Impasse Not 1-2-3 Fix

Published on 2012-03-30 23:14:30

In response to a BU query about the Alexandra matter which continues to simmer, the following comment was made by a blogger. “There is of course an obvious political element attached to the AX matter. But what of the other … Continue reading → > read more

Barbados Bewitched….While Trinidad Be-riched

Published on 2012-03-30 22:15:28

Submitted by Old Onion Bags Just heard the good news on CMC late news. New oil reserves have been discovered in T&T….48 million barrels of light crude in one offshore field and a further 34 million in another…WOW 82 million … Continue reading → > read more

Notes From a Native Son: Is Barbados a Failed State?

Published on 2012-03-29 22:39:32

Introduction: Chief justice Marston Gibson has recently slapped down the Barbados Bar Association, the lawyers’ trade union, for its impertinence in questioning how he does his job. It did not come a minute too soon. There is a culture of … Continue reading → > read more

Decision By Guyana’s Chief Justice To Block Guyana’s DPP From Charging Police Commissioner Green With Rape Condemned By CGID

Published on 2012-03-29 22:16:58

Submitted by CGID President Rickford Burke I strongly condemn the decision of Guyana’s chief justice Ian Chang which enjoined Guyana’s DPP from charging police commissioner Henry Green with rape. The chief justice ruled that there was an insufficiency of evidence … Continue reading → > read more

Is Almond Too Big To Fail?

Published on 2012-03-29 05:45:57

The Almond Resort saga although in the news is competing with the CLICO, REDjet, and other issues which get top billing because of the political dimension attached to them. That is if we measure based on the court of public … Continue reading → > read more

Warning! Make a Healthy Choice: Brand Name Or Generic Drugs

Published on 2012-03-28 20:35:02

Submitted by Old Onion Bag We are hearing too many cases of persons (old and young) who use drugs on the Barbados Drugs Formulary and reporting the medication’s ineffectiveness. Many times on the call in programs, persons relate their experiences … Continue reading → > read more

The DLP Must Go Now: “Man Call The Election” Part II

Published on 2012-03-28 20:25:16

The DLP had a meeting in St. Michael for five constituencies and it is reported that only 130 persons attended total for all five constituencies. Now compare that to the BLP Dwight Sutherland’s St. George South Branch meeting held on … Continue reading → > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 19 March to 23 March 2011

Published on 2012-03-28 20:16:16

The following is a comment which BU posted in April 2011 and remains relevant today. What can Barbados do to mobilize interest in the local Barbados Stock Exchange (BSE)? The decision by the Department of Management Studies of the University … Continue reading → > read more

Fly-stick Trap Set For A Ground-dove: Mia Mottley Replies To Chris Sinckler In The Estimates Debate

Published on 2012-03-12 05:15:50

Submitted by Yardbroom A word of explanation to this title is necessary for the benefit of non-Barbadians. A fly-stick is a “trap” set by young boys in Barbados to ensnare wild birds, it is not a good practice, should not … Continue reading → > read more

Prime Minister, Do the Decent Thing and Apologise

Published on 2012-03-11 03:33:43

As if to divert attention away from their inept performance, it has become boringly familiar for ministers of Government to slander groups of public officers. It would appear as though ministers somehow believe that it is their duty to disparage … Continue reading → > read more

Notes From a Native Son – Physician Heal Thyself

Published on 2012-03-01 19:27:59

Introduction: The government has recently announced a plan to spend Bds$800m on building a new hospital. But, like most things it has done since unexpectedly coming to power, it is in danger of putting the horse before the cart. In … Continue reading → > read more

Notes From a Native Son: Thinking Big and Planning Small

Published on 2012-02-23 22:05:19

Introduction: In almost every western country, agriculture’s share of gross domestic product has gradually decreased over time.Sometimes, even without any economic knowledge, this phenomenon is remarked upon by observers, such as the turning of many recent sugar cane plantations in … Continue reading → > read more

The CLICO Saga About To Take A New Twist

Published on 2012-02-23 15:30:30

The following has been delivered from a usual reliable BU source. BU has taken the decision to publish in the interest of pursuing transparency and truth in what can be labelled The CLICO Mess. It has become public knowledge that … Continue reading → > read more

Factors Compromising The Growth Of The Economy

Published on 2012-02-22 22:07:40

Submitted by the People’s Democratic Congress (PDC) Some months ago, in a PDC article on this BU blog site, we had promised that, in a later article – we would expound on the proposition that the Agriculture Sector, the Manufacturing … Continue reading → > read more

The Democratic Labour Party Caring For The Poor

Published on 2012-02-21 18:13:21

Submitted by Porridgeboy The Democratic Labour Party (DLP) came to power on what is known and clearly established as a myriad of EMPTY promises. This country was promised an accessible and transparent government. In his 2008 Budgetary Proposals, page 25, … Continue reading → > read more

NUPW In The News Again

Published on 2012-02-21 16:23:10

Submitted by Anthony Almeyda There is a storm brewing at the National Union of Public Workers (NUPW). With the General Secretary [Dennis Clarke] on sick leave the General Secretary (ag) Ms. Smith is on a mission to stamp her authority … Continue reading → > read more

Agriculture…It’s All We Really Have

Published on 2012-02-21 16:02:36

Submitted by Old Onions Bag Yes Barbados, it’s all we really have and cancould be the way forward. That is if we act NOW. The Food index as predicted, rose last week. We are continually being told of a corn … Continue reading → > read more

Drill Darcy Drill

Published on 2012-02-20 20:52:49

Successive governments in Barbados have been reluctant to engage the people in dialogue, whether about projects on the go or general information. If one did not know better the belief that MPs are the masters and the people the servants … Continue reading → > read more

Drill Darcy Drill

Published on 2012-02-20 20:52:49

Development At What Price Pat Hoyos? The Fight By Bajans To Own What Land Is Left

Published on 2012-02-19 17:14:07

Paul Doyle’s plan to transform Skeete’s Bay into a bustle by building a restaurant to complement the others he owns located at the Crane Hotel has had to be shelved. Doyle has Mac Fingall to thank for putting a spoke … Continue reading → > read more

Development At What Price Pat Hoyos? The Fight By Bajans To Own What Land Is Left

Published on 2012-02-19 17:14:07

Update: Registrar Exposed To Action For Defamation By Senior Lawyers

Published on 2012-02-19 13:52:16

Earlier this month BU posted the blog Registrar And Registry Exposed To Action For Defamation By Senior Lawyers. Several prominent attorneys-at-law saw their names omitted from the Official Gazette of December 29, 2011, proof that they are registered to practice … Continue reading → > read more

Update: Registrar Exposed To Action For Defamation By Senior Lawyers

Published on 2012-02-19 13:52:16

The Force Compromised By Manpower Shortage

Published on 2012-02-18 20:14:23

Submitted by RUSERIOUS Hello friends it is I once again. I have to tell you that I used to work as a volunteer counsellor with the Police Juvenile Scheme. It is a good initiative, and I made many friends. I … Continue reading → > read more

Prime Minister Fruendel Stuart’s Maiden Speech To CARICOM

Published on 2011-07-01 18:12:57

Filed under: Barbados, Barbados News, Caribbean, Caribbean News, Caricom, Fruendel Stuart Tagged: Caricom St. Kitts Summit, CSME, Fruendel Stuart's Maiden Caricom Speech > read more

Barbados Should Forget Chinese Tourists, The Key Is Adequate Airlift From Traditional Markets And Creating Local Value Packages!

Published on 2011-07-01 17:49:46

What is this madness I continue to read regarding Chinese tourism and Barbados? We have not been able to get the marketing formula right regarding Caribbean, American, British or European tourism and here we go talking about Chinese tourism? All R > read more

Lifestyle Has Become The Root Of All Evil

Published on 2011-07-01 00:34:18

Recently the Barbados government trumpeted the appointment of Dr. Trevor Hassell who is the new Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases Czar, the official title conferred is Special Envoy for Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases (CNCDs) in Barbados. It is no > read more

Chaos In The Magistrates’ Courts

Published on 2011-06-30 04:50:51

Some time ago, I read in the Nation newspaper that Attorney-at-law, Hal Gollop, had objected to the Chief Magistrate, Mr. Clyde Nicholls presiding over a case after he (Nicholls) went on pre-retirement leave and another person had been appointed to & > read more

Is Human Trafficking Taking Root?

Published on 2011-06-29 05:30:51

Submitted by St. George’s Dragon � The US Department of State has just issued a report about human trafficking around the world. It sounds worthy but boring but you should set aside your scepticism and get interested as it’s about … Co > read more

The Abolition of TAXATION in Barbados

Published on 2011-06-28 22:00:40

In this week’s PDC article, we continue to provide greater ideological philosophical and practical proof of the Abolition of TAXATION in Barbados, and of the unprecedented substantial growth and development that will be realized in the material > read more

Mia Mottley, Former Opposition Leader Poses Hard Questions To Prime Minister Freundel Stuart About CLICO …

Published on 2011-06-28 06:13:18

Filed under: Barbados Media, Barbados News, Caribbean News, Fruendel Stuart, Mia Mottley, Politics Tagged: CLICO, Leroy Parris > read more

Indar Weir’s Housing Exposé In St. Philip North

Published on 2011-06-26 08:01:03

Filed under: Barbados, Barbados News Tagged: Barbados Housing, Michael Lashley, St. Philip North > read more

Prime Minister Fruendel Stuart, Good Governance Starts With Transparency

Published on 2011-06-13 05:33:05

Submitted as a comment by Crusoe to the Prime Minister Fruendel Speaks To The Nation, AGAIN blog The diatribes above actually do contribute to good exchange of banter, even if politically motivated. The above highlights what the ‘average Joe > read more

Why Are We Here? Atheism’s Narrative: Zeitgeist In An Age Of Moral Relativism And Where Deluded Scientists Inspire Men To Believe There Is No God Or No “HEAVEN”

Published on 2011-06-12 07:10:54

Submitted by Terence Blackett In my Father’s House are many mansions and if it were not so I would have told you…john 14:2 � In 1972, Beatle – John Lennon released the most famous song ever recorded by any human … Continue readin > read more

REDjet Seeing RED!

Published on 2011-06-08 01:50:22

The point is that the Government has been fully behind the establishment and operation of the REDjet airline, it has given REDjet the necessary certification … and it is incumbent therefore on this Government to add its voice to the … Con > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 30 May to 03 June 2011

Published on 2011-06-08 01:25:32

Filed under: Business, Caribbean, Caribbean News, Caricom > read more

Politician Could Be Charged Shortly In The Disappearance of $500,000.00

Published on 2011-06-07 01:32:03

A reliable source has advised that an aspiring politician nominated to run in the East is to be charged for the disappearance of BDS500,000 shortly. Barbados Today is the only media outlet to date to have carried the story as … Continue reading > read more

Excited About Jamaica Opening Air Link To Africa

Published on 2011-06-04 06:00:20

I am very excited about the opening of air links to Africa from Jamaica to Nigeria and the potential for trade and commerce. However, we must tread cautiously. Why the caution? A non visa requirement is a welcome call for … Continue reading > read more

Rihanna’s Latest Video ‘Man Down’ Continues To Generate Controvery

Published on 2011-06-03 01:06:42

Here is a link which explains it all. At the core of the discussion, she shoots a man in the video. Credit to Sargeant � Filed under: Blogging, Entertainment, Rihanna Tagged: Rihanna's Music Video Man Down > read more

Corporate Governance Failure – The Barbados Probation Department

Published on 2011-06-01 18:30:45

If the claims of the aggrieved staff are a correct reflection of the internal situation within the Barbados Probation Department it gives rise to concerns in relation to the standard of the Governance framework within this critical branch of the R > read more

Barbados Wikileak Cable

Published on 2011-06-01 05:45:05

Summary: Foreign Minister Dame Billie Miller and members of her staff held a candid question and answer session with Barbados-based Ambassadors, revealing Caribbean views on Haiti, trade, and UN reform. On Haiti, Miller encouraged the U.S. and Br > read more

Banks Beer Branded ‘Caribbean Lager’ In Sweden

Published on 2011-05-31 20:01:59

Submitted by Andrew Nehaul . Imagine my welcome surprise to go into the Systembolaget in Sweden (Liquor store) today to find Banks beer on the shelf. This welcome was not long lived when I read on the bottle “Caribbean Lager”, … Continue re > read more

Demystifying Government’s Healthcare Policy

Published on 2011-05-31 11:30:27

Submitted by Trained Economist . Over the past few months there has been much discussion and media coverage of issues related to health care policy in Barbados. Despite the volume of media coverage I remain unclear as to a number … Continue r > read more

Concerned Barbados Public Workers Cooperative Credit Union Members Speaking Out

Published on 2011-05-31 05:00:58

Submitted by BPWCCUL Concerned Members Coalition . Members of the Press The Annual General Meeting of Barbados Public Workers Cooperative Credit Union will be held on June 18th 2011 and will be a watershed as a large number of fed … Continue re > read more

The Mia Mottley Factor

Published on 2011-05-31 02:25:33

… They are attacking Gadaffi’s body i.e. his coterie of Generals, advisors; hangers on all the flotsam and jetsam that pilfered from the Libyan people… Tighten the noose slowly until … Closer to home Mia is using that strategy in … > read more

About Economic and GDP Growth

Published on 2011-05-31 01:33:02

Submitted by Looking Glass We seldom look beyond our particular opinions, goals, beliefs or those of significant others to the context in which they have meaning and reflect the true state of affairs. All too often fabrication and criticism of … > read more

Baird’s Village Aquaponics Project, A Case Study For Homegrown Success

Published on 2011-05-30 17:15:23

Submitted by Ready Done . Many of us are of the opinion that our little island is in need of good leaders (not saying we don’t currently have any). The Barrows and Adams type leaders who had a clear vision … Continue reading → > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 23 May to 27, 2011

Published on 2011-05-30 17:10:40

Filed under: Business, Caribbean, Caribbean News, Caricom Tagged: UWI, UWI Cave Hill > read more

Demystifying Government’s Healthcare Policy

Published on 2011-05-29 11:30:27

The Mia Mottley Factor

Published on 2011-05-29 02:25:33

… They are attacking Gadaffi’s body i.e. his coterie of Generals, advisors; hangers on all the flotsam and jetsam that pilfered from the Libyan people.. Tighten the noose slowly until … Closer to home Mia is using that strategy in … Conti > read more

REDjet Sabotaged By Caricom: The Big Two Jamaica And Trinidad

Published on 2011-05-27 19:05:41

Two events occurred in the news this week which confirmed to BU that Caricom is in a coma. A mini-Caricom summit held in Guyana saw four heads absent, Prime Minister of Trinidad among them. In the obligatory end of summit … Continue reading > read more

Protecting Our Youth From Adults

Published on 2011-05-27 04:29:13

Barbados Underground is committed to cover issues which often escape the full attention of traditional media. It is a nasty job when one has to peer at the underbelly of anything on a frequent basis. One of the negatives emanating … Continue re > read more

Israel’s Right To Defend Its 1967 Borders

Published on 2011-05-26 15:10:43

Submitted by Charles Knighton The editorial in the Nation of May 25th What shall become of the Palestinians reaches the conclusion that “all this talk of peace in the Middle East for over 30 years is nothing more than a … Continue reading > read more

A Feast Of Blood For NATO Last Night

Published on 2011-05-25 17:21:56

While serving on the House International Relations Committee from 1993 to 2003, it became clear to me that the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) was an anachronism. Founded in 1945 at the end of World War II, NATO was founded … Cont > read more

The Day STARCOM Kicked Christians In The Hiney

Published on 2011-05-24 17:58:59

The Christian right (also known as the religious right and the evangelical bloc) is a term used predominantly in the United States of America to describe a spectrum of right-wing Christian political and social movements and organizations characterize > read more

Urgent Need To Define A Relevant Land Use Policy

Published on 2011-05-24 11:52:39

“We face a problem in Barbados with smallholdings. A lot of these date back to pre-emancipation days when many non-slaves were what was described as “free persons of colour”. However, to be able to hold public office, they had to … Contin > read more

Jack Warner Embroiled In FIFA Bribe Scandal Over England’s 2018 World Cup Bid

Published on 2011-05-24 05:05:06

The allegation by English officials that four FIFA members acted inappropriately is beginning to gain some traction in the United Kingdom. A Lord no less has been leading the charge. To be fair to Jack Warner and the other three, … Continue rea > read more

Filtering Truth From Fact About The Performance Of The Barbados Economy

Published on 2011-05-23 23:06:34

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently released a statement on the Barbados economy which has caused some Barbadians to sigh with relief. Central Bank Governor Delisle Worrell was also also full of glad tiding in April when he forecast the &# > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 16 May to 20 May 2011

Published on 2011-05-23 23:05:27

Filed under: Barbados Stock Exchange, Blogging, Blogroll, Caribbean, Caribbean News Tagged: University of the West Indies, UWI > read more

VOTE PDC Next Elections For Better More Efficient Money System

Published on 2011-05-23 22:05:29

Submitted by Peoples Democratic Congress (PDC) The Barbadian people’s money HAS LONG BEEN AND CONTINUE TO BE PAID FOR on the behalf of the said Barbadian people by governments over the years from some of the very ill-gotten proceeds of … > read more

Jack Warner Embroiled In FIFA Bribe Scandal Over England’s 2018 World Cup Bid

Published on 2011-05-23 05:05:06

Urgent Need To Define A Relevant Land Use Policy

Published on 2011-05-22 18:52:39

Barbados Society Built On Law And Order – Collusion Of Silence Cloaks The Appointment of Chief Justice Of Barbados

Published on 2011-05-21 09:44:16

If there is one thing the government of Barbados must plead guilty, it is the procrastination and vacillation which has affected their ability to appoint a Chief Justice of Barbados. The denial given to Sir David which forced him into … Continu > read more

2012: What Does This Movie Tell Us About The Apocalyptic Endgame For Planet Earth?

Published on 2011-05-21 08:00:25

Submitted by Terence Blackett (reposted) . Hollywood is doing it again. This time it’s the terminal endgame for the planet. The blockbuster 2012 will be released in movie theatres on November 12th. The trailer for this movie paints an ominous ̷ > read more

Reverend Charles Morris Maybe A Misunderstood Man

Published on 2011-05-20 17:57:37

Reverend Charles Morris considers himself to be the most misunderstood man in Barbados. In has been just over a week the Anglican priest, who has been unassigned a Church for some time, deposited a thesis which has created consternation in … Co > read more

A Moral Dilemma

Published on 2011-05-20 01:57:11

Submitted by Yardbroom On a pleasant day in an ordinary street a young woman went about her daily business, it could have been anywhere as Ameneh Bahrami a university student, 33 years of age came face to face with Majid … Continue reading &# > read more

Tell Dr. Dexter James There Is A Cancer Drug Shortage

Published on 2011-05-20 01:42:38

The latest controversy in Barbados is about the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) running low on cancer treatment drugs and local drug suppliers inability to respond in a timely manner to purchase orders. The CEO of the Queen Elizabeth Dexter James R > read more

Barbados Consumer Sentiment Survey

Published on 2011-05-20 00:59:36

Submitted by Amit Uttamchandani (Blogger) . Dear David and BU Family, I will try to be as brief as possible. I need your assistance. Back in 2009, you graciously took the time to complete my survey (Resident Perceptions of Tourism … Continue re > read more

The Case Of Bond v Dunster Properties Ltd And Others, ‘Everyone Entitled To A Hearing…Within A Reasonable Time’ – Whither The Marston Gibson Appointment ?

Published on 2011-05-19 04:43:34

BU family member, Anonlegal, has brought to our attention a case recently ruled on by the English Court of Appeal. Bond v Dunster Properties Ltd and others [2011] EWCA Civ 455. For the legal eagles amongst our readership, here is … Continue rea > read more

Numb To The Reality

Published on 2011-05-19 04:27:58

The picture at face value supported by the caption tells it all: police investigating a crime scene where a John Kellman was shot dead at Sargeants Village yesterday (18 May 2011). BU however made a few other observations. What about … Continue > read more

In Case You Have Forgotten Your I-Story

Published on 2011-05-18 17:33:02

Submitted by Ras Jahaziel . “The reasons for the unacknowledged self-hate that leads to skin bleaching, wigs, and straightened hair (In reference to the article IT IS TIME TO STOP LIVING A LIE that discusses the alarming rate at which … C > read more

Cost Of Using Barbados Money

Published on 2011-05-18 17:20:23

Submitted by the People Democratic Congress (PDC) In our last BU article the PDC made slight mention of the circumstance where when individuals, businesses and other entities are exchanging goods, resources and services how, in doing so, the essentia > read more

Sir Hilary Beckles Trapped Leg Before Wicket

Published on 2011-05-17 20:53:56

Sir Hilary Beckles is in the news again. Not content with feeding off a rich legacy created by his role in the Mutual Affair, he continues to feel the need to assuage his insatiable ego for the bright lights. If … Continue reading → > read more

RUSAL General Manager Threatens Workers With Physical Violence

Published on 2011-05-17 20:05:28

Submitted by Guyana Bauxite General Workers Union Workers of the Bauxite Company of Guyana Inc (BCGI) have lodged a complaint with the Guyana Trades Union Congress (GTUC) that on Sunday May 8th the company’s General Manager, Mr. Ruslan Volokhov, ca > read more

Reverend Charles Morris Maybe A Misunderstood Man

Published on 2011-05-16 17:57:37

In Case You Have Forgotten Your I-Story

Published on 2011-05-16 17:33:02

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 9 May to May 13, 2011

Published on 2011-05-16 17:04:03

Filed under: Business, Caribbean, Caribbean News, Caricom > read more

Barbados Jurisdiction Category II Rating Explained

Published on 2011-05-15 14:38:56

Posted as a comment on another blog . “Category 1 airport status in corrupt Antigua; Category 2 status in number one developing state Barbados.” – Kiffin . … the OECS created the Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority (ECC > read more

Fire fire

Published on 2011-05-14 21:46:32

Submitted by Charles Knighton . Dear Sir, Shouting “fire” in a crowded theatre when there is no fire has always been cited as an example of free speech gone too far, causing theatre-goers to rush to small exits resulting in … Contin > read more

Promotion In The Public Service

Published on 2011-05-14 06:02:21

Promotion in the Public Service is suppose to be the sole purview of the Public Service Commission in accordance with the Constitution, but is it really so? Before going into their role, it would be best to have some appreciation … Continue rea > read more

Jack Warner Embroiled In FIFA Bribe Scandal Over England’s 2018 World Cup Bid

Published on 2011-05-13 05:05:06

Jack Warner Embroiled In FIFI Bribe Scandal Over England’s 2018 World Cup Bid

Published on 2011-05-13 05:05:06

Barbados Heroines

Published on 2011-05-13 04:40:06

Submitted by Yardbroom We celebrate Heroes Day, honouring those men and women who by great achievements have made us proud to be Bajans. Their acts recorded, names well known and images in some instances, adorn the bank notes we spend … Conti > read more

Will Leroy Parris Get The Opportunity To Wear Stripes?

Published on 2011-05-12 20:08:53

Has any serious discussion been given to the news that the office of the Supervisor of Insurance has had to manage a backlog of cases going back to the year 2000? Given the role of that office juxtaposed with the … Continue reading → > read more

Where Is Ben?

Published on 2011-05-11 19:32:25

Filed under: Barbados, Barbados News, Blogging Tagged: Rat > read more

The REDjet Revolution

Published on 2011-05-10 20:56:54

BU has been following the progress of new entrant REDjet to the regional air transport market with interest. Not since Carib Express have we seen a new airline generate so much debate. The airline was approved to fly by the … Continue reading & > read more

Free Healthcare For BARBADIANS

Published on 2011-05-09 19:51:01

What is all the hullabaloo about regarding who should get free healthcare in Barbados? Is it not a simple matter? You show proof of Barbadian citizenship and voila, the transaction is done. If it were so simple. It seems we … Continue reading & > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 02 May to 06 May 2011

Published on 2011-05-09 18:59:16

Filed under: Business, Caribbean, Caribbean News, Caricom > read more

A Pressing Need To Transform The Barbados Economy

Published on 2011-05-08 20:14:28

Submitted by People’s Democratic Congress (PDC) . Barbados is presently undergoing its worst period of material production distribution decay since the 1930s. And having recorded its third successive year of material production financial declin > read more

A Mother’s Role, Priceless!

Published on 2011-05-07 20:53:56

There is the saying teach a man and you teach an individual, teach a women and you teach a generation. Whether religious minded, atheist or agnostic there is the appreciation by most men that a woman as the procreator and … Continue reading > read more

Confrontation At Reggae On The Hill And What It Portends

Published on 2011-05-07 18:50:11

This matter was submitted to BU by a concerned Barbadian. BU viewed the video on facebook earlier and cautioned then as we do now that there is not sufficient of a storyline to bash the police – BU I don’t … Continue reading → > read more

Dead Man And The Sea

Published on 2011-05-07 07:24:40

Reproduced from Dawn.com blog We asked world famous occult medium, Mr. Abdul Qadir Awami Badami, to connect and communicate with Osama bin Laden’s soul, to ask him what really happened on the night he was shot dead in Abbottabad … … Continu > read more

An Analysis Of The Next General Election In Barbados

Published on 2011-05-05 20:39:38

Submitted by Yardbroom On January 20, 1999, The Barbados Labour Party (BLP) won 26 Parliamentary Seats to the Democratic Labour Party’s (DLP) 2. It must have seemed as if the foundations of the DLP had been shaken to its core, … Continu > read more

Another Call For An Investigation Of The National Library Service

Published on 2011-05-04 23:04:49

Submitted by Charlie Dear BU, Thank you for publishing my blog on the Library Service on April 5. If you would permit me, I would like to submit my second blog. It is with deep regret that I have to … Continue reading → > read more

Aquaponics, A Viable Option For Backyard Farming In The Heights And Terraces Of Barbados

Published on 2011-05-04 04:08:29

Submitted by Ready Done The LORD reigneth, he is clothed with majesty; the LORD is clothed with strength, wherewith he hath girded himself: the world also is established, that it cannot be moved. Thy throne is established of old: thou … Continu > read more

Evaluate Barbados Underground

Published on 2011-05-03 18:18:12

The BU household believes this is a good time to evaluate our performance to date. It seems like only yesterday when we fired up BU. Where have the four years gone? Filed under: Barbados Media, Barbados Underground, Blogging Tagged: Barbados … > read more

Obama Trumps Donald, The Royal Wedding Gives Thumbs Up To The Institution Of Marriage

Published on 2011-05-01 19:28:19

Along with all that is happening on the world scene minute to minute two occurrences stood out for BU last week. There was the Royal Wedding and the challenge by Donald Trump to President Obama to produce his birth certificate … Continue read > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 25 April to 29 April 2011

Published on 2011-05-01 19:27:03

Filed under: Business, Caribbean, Caribbean News, Caricom > read more

Is There A Scientific Basis For Spirituality? And Can Quantum Mechanics Map A Space/Time Continuum For Proto-Consciousness Which Invariably Frames A Solid Argument For the Existence Of God?

Published on 2011-05-01 08:57:30

Submitted by Terence Blackett In 1492, when Columbus was making his voyages through the Caribbean, it is said that the Native West Indians (American Indians who had travelled South) could not see the sailing vessels approaching on the distant horizon > read more

Barbados Aggressively Promoting Sports Tourism In Europe

Published on 2011-04-30 11:22:58

Filed under: Barbados, Barbados News, Barbados Tourism, Blogging, Cricket, Sports, World News Tagged: Apes Hill, Barbados Golf, Barbados Polo, Eurosports, Green Monkey, Holders Hill, Road Tennis > read more

It Boggles The Mind

Published on 2011-04-30 08:30:20

Submitted by Charles Knighton This writer did not know it was possible to become so engrossed in the writing of a letter to the editor that one could fail to maintain a therapeutic level of their medication, thus forfeiting the … Continue readi > read more

The Barbados AAdvantage Opportunity

Published on 2011-04-30 07:56:47

Imagine having a virtually captive audience, motivated by all the right reasons and that is larger than your main source tourism market, the United Kingdom. That’s perhaps how we should be viewing the world’s first and probably the most successfu > read more

I Is A Bajan

Published on 2011-04-30 07:33:11

My name is Ready Done and I is a bajan. I got a Masters in common cents. I know Barbados like to think it is as important as over and away but ya got to laugh when ya study that … Continue reading → > read more

Johan Bjerkhamn Matter Exposes Double Standards In The Administration Of Justice

Published on 2011-04-29 02:14:07

It has been how long since the Johan Bjerkhamn matter reared its head? We don’t need to be reminded of the tragedy but how can we forget when the dust settled about 1 year ago Bjerkhamn’s 11 year old son … Continue reading → > read more

A Year Has Passed, What Is The Delay In Appointing The Chief Justice?

Published on 2011-04-29 02:11:12

The office of Chief Justice became vacant on April 28, 2010. Since that date the duties of that office have been performed by an acting Chief Justice. In the interim Government took steps to fill the post by going as … Continue reading → > read more

Director Of UDC Spearheading Effort To Bring Transparency To NUPW Operations

Published on 2011-04-28 08:19:18

Director of the Urban Development Commission (UDC) Derek Alleyne on leave from the National Union of Public Workers (NUPW) has circulated the following by email to some fairly influential players in Barbados (minor edits by BU). In early April after > read more

Restitution For Colonial Era Is Due

Published on 2011-04-28 06:05:45

Barbadians celebrate National Heroes Day today. A time to celebrate those who significantly contributed to the foundation for advancing Barbados. The following article (reproduced) is meant to provoke thought and awareness given the new challenges wh > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 18 April to 22 April 2011

Published on 2011-04-27 22:22:54

The decision by the Department of Management Studies of the University of the West Indies to compile the Caribbean Stock Report is to be commended. Regrettably the report has not generated a national conversation which begs the question, why. Perhaps > read more

How Much Will The Barbados Pierhead Marina Project Cost Taxpayers?

Published on 2011-04-27 17:36:20

Given the deep pockets involved in this matter BU is threading lightly on this matter. Below is a document which provides analysis carried out – as we understand it – by a certified chartered accountant who was a member of … Continu > read more

Prime Minister Fruendel Stuart Meets The Press In The “Interview”

Published on 2011-04-26 18:17:07

Prime Minister Fruendel Stuart will participate in a televised – CBC TV8 Link – interview tonight (26 April 2011) at 8 o’clock. In recent weeks there has been a lot of discussion about the ‘quieter leadership style’ of S > read more

NUPW General Secretary Clarke Needs To Represent Disaffected Customs Officers

Published on 2011-04-25 21:00:16

In recent weeks the underbelly of the National Union of Public Workers (NUPW) has sadly been exposed on BU, the result of a vigorous election campaign. Whether it was the revelation that the membership of approximately 10,000 has reached a … Co > read more

A Beautiful TRUTH Or A Beautiful FICTION

Published on 2011-04-25 19:30:19

A troubled 15-year-old boy attempting to cope with the recent death of his mother sets out to research Dr. Max Gerson’s claims of a diet that can cure cancer as his first assignment for home-schooling in this documentary from filmmaker … > read more

On What Criteria Was Alfred Sparman Issued A Gun License Commissioner?

Published on 2011-04-24 22:06:39

In some countries the right to bear arms is regarded as an inalienable right. In the United States as an example it is regarded as a Second Amendment Right. Barbados despite rising crime ‘relatively speaking’ is still regarded as a … Contin > read more

Is STARCOM Network And Nation Newspaper Abusing Their Dominant Market Position?

Published on 2011-04-23 13:07:38

My problem with Starcom and the Nation Newspaper is that their coverage lack balance. I focus on them because no one reads the Advocate, CBC has always been CBC, we look to the Nation and VOB for some unbiased, good … Continue reading → > read more

Professor Molefi Asante Goes Deep On Libya And Cote D’Ivoire

Published on 2011-04-22 17:54:27

Here is Professor Asante’s Curriculum Vitae. Filed under: Blogging, World News Tagged: Côte d'Ivoire, Libya, Professor Molefi Asante, RADIOVISION > read more

How Much Will The Barbados Pierhead Marina Project Cost Taxpayers?

Published on 2011-04-22 17:36:20

About Rising Prices And Oil

Published on 2011-04-22 15:21:02

Submitted by Looking Glass Hardly a week goes by without cries about rising prices. One writer having discovered some cheaper prices in Dominica accused local businessmen of greed, price gouging etc. It never dawned on the writer that the overall > read more

Another View Of Prime Minister Freundel Stuart’s Leadership

Published on 2011-04-21 05:23:09

Submitted by Yardbroom “The actions of a leader speak louder than his words. People are motivated when you give them credit, rather than take it yourself. Ego and aggression are neither necessary nor constructive“. Should I believe th > read more

Some Call It Genetic Sexual Attraction, Incest By Any Other Name Is Still Incest

Published on 2011-04-20 21:36:32

After reading an article emailed to us a couple weeks ago BU resorted to the ubiquitous Wikipedia to understand the term Genetic Sexual Attraction. The article highlighted the story about a Penny Lawrence, 28 who tracked down her father, Garry R > read more

Malfeasance Coninues At The Rural Development Commission

Published on 2011-04-19 22:00:00

Submitted by Watchdog The potential to corrupt state and administrative systems leap to the fore when laws and regulations are ignored with impunity in the departments of government especially in parastatal units such as the UDC and the RDC. These > read more

How Much Will The Barbados Pierhead Marina Project Cost Taxpayers?

Published on 2011-04-18 17:36:20

REDjet Approval To Fly Welcomed – Efficient Regional Air Travel Remains A Pipe Dream

Published on 2011-04-18 17:07:49

Like thousands of people around the region, I share the excitement of impending competition and all the benefits hopefully it will bring to us with the launch of REDJET. Frankly, it could not come at a better time as we … Continue reading ͛ > read more

Bridgetown Pierhead Marina Project – Government of Barbados Faces Possible Law Suit Over The Award Of Contract To Signature Management Inc

Published on 2011-04-17 14:57:42

The Nation Newspaper today carried the story of a threatened law suit of $60 million dollars by Lagan Construction, a British company, against the government of Barbados. Lagan Construction is reacting to government award of the contract for building > read more

If Not Fruendel Stuart, Who?

Published on 2011-04-16 23:10:55

But what is leadership? It seems to be one of those qualities that you know when you see it, but is difficult to describe. There are almost as many definitions as there are commentators… inFED Reading some of the … Continue reading → > read more

CARICOM Consumer Sentiment Survey, 1st Edition

Published on 2011-04-16 23:03:57

Filed under: Blogging, Caribbean, Caribbean News, Caricom, Consumers Tagged: Caricom Consumer Index, University of the West Indies, UWI > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT April 11 to 15 April 2011

Published on 2011-04-16 23:01:27

Filed under: Barbados News, Business, Caribbean News Tagged: University of the West Indies, UWI > read more

Investigation Needed At The National Union Of Public Workers – Transparency, Accountability And Leadership The Watch Words

Published on 2011-04-15 00:09:21

To those who would query why Barbadians who are not members of the National Union of Public Workers (NUPW) have a right to be concerned about alleged indiscretions and mismanagement at the Dalkeith based union, here is one good reason. … Contin > read more

We Need To Know The TRUTH About What Just Happened In IVORY COAST (Côte d’Ivoire)

Published on 2011-04-14 22:21:24

Submitted by Ras Jahaziel View pictures which detail a story not to be found easily in the local or international media: Here is a UK Mail report. Filed under: Africa Tagged: Alassane Ouattara, Côte d'Ivoire, Ivory Coast, President Laurent Gbagbo > read more

Attorney-at-law Donna Symmonds Attempts To Intimidate A Bajan Blog

Published on 2011-04-13 20:34:08

Recent world events have demonstrated to the most doubting of Thomases the power of social media. Barbados social media is building momentum, Facebook is said to have 100,000 plus Barbadians as members and recent blogs like Real Talk//Gird Your Loins > read more

It Is Time To Stop Living A Lie

Published on 2011-04-13 19:34:32

Submitted by Ras Jahaziel � The following article points to the fact that on a global level the majority of Blacks FIRMLY believe in their own INFERIORITY. And even when this inferiority is not acknowledged it still manifests itself in … C > read more

Critiquing Chairman Of The Board, Adrian Elcock

Published on 2011-04-13 18:40:28

I have waited a few days, hoping, even wishing that someone within the tourism industry would make a public comment over the appointment of a new Barbados Tourism Authority Board. Sadly, it hasn’t happened and almost with a sense of … Continu > read more

One Day Of Rain And The North Of Barbados Became A Flood Zone!

Published on 2011-04-13 05:36:22

It is the dry season but after raining continuously in the last 24 hours Barbados became a flood zone in the North of the island. BU family member islandgal246 posted pictures on her blog which exposes the problem for Barbadians. … Continue rea > read more

Governor Delisle Worrell Reviews Barbados’ Economy First Quarter 2011

Published on 2011-04-12 18:01:16

� Here is the text version in PDF Filed under: Barbados, Barbados Economy, Barbados News, Caribbean News > read more

Wearing The Title Of Educated Fools With Dignity

Published on 2011-04-11 18:04:02

Barbadians were told to expect a 10% increase in their electricity bills from as early as next month. As expected the news has triggered consternation in a population made lazy by a subsidy to buffer fuel increases – since removed … Conti > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 4 April to 8 April 2011

Published on 2011-04-11 17:40:04

� Filed under: Business, Caribbean, Caribbean News Tagged: University of the West Indies, UWI > read more

A System Of Policing Which Breeds Brutality, The Time Has Come For Reform

Published on 2011-04-10 10:27:06

… King promoted a non violent philosophy and was killed. Malcolm promoted a philosophy of being non violent with those who are non violent with you. But don’t try to be non violent when people are killing, maiming your men … Continue re > read more

American Eagle To Suspend Its Service Out Of Barbados To Puerto Rico

Published on 2011-04-10 05:30:40

I WAS SURPRISED to read in this publication last week that American Eagle will suspend its service to Puerto Rico from April 15. Especially as according to the American Airlines website, a twice-daily service five days a week and once … Continu > read more

‘Learned Layman’ Challenges Law Professor

Published on 2011-04-09 07:19:42

Submitted by Caswell Franklyn � I have always said, rather simplistically, that since the language of instruction in Barbados is English: in the end, no matter which subject we are studying, we are really doing English comprehension. Rightly or > read more

Gentle Response To Ms. Rebecca Theodore’s Commentary: Is Barbados An Apartheid State?

Published on 2011-04-08 19:28:34

April 08, 2011 Dear Ms. Theodore: Usually I am very keen to engage fellow academics. On this occasion, I am reluctant, yet I feel that I must. It is most unfortunate that you chose to ‘undress’ in public leaving all … Continue readi > read more

Barbados Healthcare And FREENESS

Published on 2011-04-08 18:53:32

While in Ghana a couple months ago I cannot remember seeing obese persons, what I did see was plenty of markets selling vegetables and no brand name fast food restaurants. In Barbados our lifestyle coupled with our progress have led … Continue > read more

Lisa Cummins, We Are Proud Of You

Published on 2011-04-07 23:16:01

You may write me down in history, With your bitter, twisted lies, You may trod me in the very dirt, But still, like dust, I’ll rise. Does my sassiness upset you? Why are you beset with gloom? ‘Cause I walk … Continue reading → > read more

There Is A Winner But Is There A Victor? A Post Mortem Of The NUPW Election And Beyond

Published on 2011-04-07 17:39:22

Submitted by NUPW Insider The count has ended and the spoils have been shared and the vanquished have departed to lick their wounds. The smiles will broaden for those whose ink soiled the space that cleansed the taint that clasped … Continue re > read more

West Indies Cricket Board Exposé Wikileaks Style

Published on 2011-04-06 18:35:11

The above website purports to have access to confidential West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) minutes. For example, it states in a March 29, 2011 post that West Indies cricket coach Otis Gibson is earning a USD261,000.00 package and CEO in … Conti > read more

PAS—Pedestrian Aggressiveness Syndrome

Published on 2011-04-05 16:52:54

Submitted by Charles Knighton I have become convinced practitioners of the pseudoscience of psychology will not be content unless and until they attach the words “syndrome” or “disorder” to every human behaviour, even behavi > read more

Forensic Audit Needed At The National Library Service And Why Did One Caribbean Media Value ‘Goodwill’ At The Nation Newspaper Ridiculously High Anyway?

Published on 2011-04-05 01:36:49

BU has been investigating a couple of matters which led us to a particular place we do not like. We have decided to release what we have discovered and leave the BU family to slice and dice the information as … Continue reading → > read more

Is There A Political Agenda Shadowing The NUPW Elections?

Published on 2011-04-05 00:14:33

Submitted by NUPW Insider Sometimes in an effort to remain relevant and to appear as the expert on an issue an active participant can reduce a well-developed argument or contention to its most simple terms. It was this sense of … Continue readi > read more

It Is Time Barbados Tells Some People In Caricom To Go To Hell!

Published on 2011-04-04 00:24:19

Hopefully the Myrie issue will be fully investigated and the matter put to bed, although we doubt it! It seems passing strange that Jamaica and Guyana should be the countries complaining about treatment meted out at our border. These two … Cont > read more

A Look At Cave Hill

Published on 2011-04-03 11:47:27

Submitted by Looking Glass First congratulations to our new Chief Justice and David Goddard author of “In The Midst.” Let us hope the very unusual topic, a great endeavour, becomes a best seller. Two more stars for old Combermere and … Cont > read more

The Philosophy of Science: Making Sense of “The Creator God” In An Age Of Theoretical Falsifiability And The Convergence Of Metaphysical Hypotheses

Published on 2011-04-03 11:38:28

Submitted by Terence Blackett � “Miracles, said my friend. Oh, come. Science has knocked the bottom out of all that.” – C. S. Lewis Once again the ethics and philosophy behind science has become a front burner issue being raised … Co > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 28 March to1 April 2011

Published on 2011-04-03 11:31:30

� � � Filed under: Blogging, Business, Caribbean, Caribbean News Tagged: University of the West Indies, UWI > read more

The Fight Is On For Top Posts At The National Union Of Public Workers – Are We Witnessing A Case Of Madras Crab Syndrome?

Published on 2011-04-02 18:09:28

Submitted by NUPW Insider (name withheld by BU) � Well the election bug has hit the NUPW and everything and everybody looking for a pick. Some old time “’tryers’ to some ambitious young ‘turks’ have thrown their pockets into the &# > read more

Has The Greed Of The West Caused Them To Join with al Qaeda to Oust Qaddafi?

Published on 2011-04-02 11:08:41

Muammar Qaddafi has a vision for Africa – a United States of Africa – with one government, one army and one currency. Of course, if this were to happen, it would shift the balance of power globally. The well documented … Continue re > read more

CLICO And British American Policyholders Organize, Finally

Published on 2011-04-01 19:17:08

The correct name for this Alliance is BIPA not BIPHA as put forward in the Video (BAICO is pronounced the same as the Ice Cream acronym, BICO but it is in fact – British American, a CL Financial subsidiary) – … Continue reading → > read more

Nation Newspaper Jettisons Nine Employees

Published on 2011-03-31 22:15:25

The Nation newspaper announced today that it has released 9 employees, 6 who were permanent and 3 part timers. Wonder if Harold Hoyte is resting comfortably at night. He and a few others sold a profitable local newspaper for a … Continue readin > read more

Silence The Deadliest Weapon Of Mass Destruction

Published on 2011-03-31 19:45:03

Submitted by Ras Jahaziel � Silence is the deadliest weapon of mass destruction, and evil remains dominant in the world today because of the complicity of the silent majority. In an age when information is so readily available, ignorance is &# > read more

Listening To The Beat Of Home, Defending Our Border

Published on 2011-03-30 17:20:46

Today has been an interesting day so far. It was a day arch-enemies India and Pakistan battled in a World Cup cricket semi-final. The game from media reports was played in a cordial atmosphere which India won. There was a … Continue reading > read more

National Union Of Public Workers Executives Living Large Off Membership Dues

Published on 2011-03-29 19:52:42

Submitted by NUPW Insider (name withheld by BU) � Barbadians would have heard the President of the NUPW Walter Maloney and his lieutenant Dennis Clarke both make major statements at the Union’s Annual Conference opening ceremony. In fact Clark > read more

Questions Asked About Ordinary Seaman Ronald Harvey Butcher’s Death While On Duty For The Barbados Coast Guard

Published on 2011-03-29 05:05:14

Submitted by Shelly It is now 3.33 am, Tuesday 29th March. I am unable to sleep because I am thinking deeply about a young soldier that died in the hands of the Barbados Guard who did not have to die … Continue reading → > read more

Barbadians Are Listening Very Carefully To What You Say Chief Justice Marston Gibson

Published on 2011-03-28 19:19:24

The appointment of Chief Justice (CJ) Marston Gibson has generated heated debate in some quarters. Today President of the Barbados Bar Association Andrew Pilgrim criticized the current system which which sees the Prime Minister appointing judges. It > read more

Changes To Barbados Tourism Authority Board

Published on 2011-03-28 17:59:40

Members of the BU family have been emailing to confirm a shakeup at the Barbados Tourism Authority. The matter was brought to the public at a Barbados Labour Party (BLP) meeting yesterday held at the Ellerslie School by Ian Gooding-Edghill. … C > read more

Oh No Parris Must Go!

Published on 2011-03-27 15:02:16

BU has made the call already but sometimes one has to be as strident as one can be to be heard above the din. BU is absolutely clear in light of recent events that Leroy Parris must resign from the … Continue reading → > read more

Female Abuse

Published on 2011-03-27 14:43:46

I would like to touch on a very important subject, which I must confess I too was a part of; female abuse. My parents broke somewhere between the ages of 8 and 10 years old. My mother after some years … Continue reading → > read more

President Jagdeo Never Read Nelson Mandela’s “Long Walk to Freedom”

Published on 2011-03-27 14:10:17

by Robin Williams I guess that President Jagdeo never read Nelson Mandela’s “Long Walk to Freedom”. If he had, he would have assimilated some nuggets of wisdom that are very important and relevant to leadership in nations with diverse populatio > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 21 to 25 March 2011

Published on 2011-03-27 14:02:26

� � � Filed under: Blogging, Caribbean, Caribbean News Tagged: Caribbean Stock Report, Department of Management Studies, UWI, UWI Cave Hill > read more

Barbados Has A Right To Protect Its Border – The Shanique Myrie Case

Published on 2011-03-26 20:29:43

Today’s Jamaica Observer highlights a story which alleges that a Shanique Myrie was “subjected to two demeaning cavity searches by a female immigration officer who continuously spewed venom about Jamaicans.” Immediately the question came to m > read more

Adrian Loveridge Scheduled Return To The Riverside

Published on 2011-03-26 16:35:39

In the United States, after the pornographic Hustler magazine satirized the outspoken clergyman Rev. Jerry Falwell, the Supreme Court ruled that a free society must tolerate even “outrageous” speech in order to guarantee robust public debate and > read more

Protecting Our History, Save The Silk Cotton And Boabab Tree

Published on 2011-03-26 07:04:00

“Lets name the area around the Silk Cotton and Boabab tree ”Centennial Passage” with a Arch and have a monument to inscribe the names of centenarians invite tourist to visit and make a wish for Longevity. Another unique touris > read more

Under The INFLUENCE Of The Colonial Wig

Published on 2011-03-26 06:38:13

Submitted by Ras Jahaziel UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF THE COLONIAL WIG, fighting political wars for THE OVER-SEER POSITION on Massa plantation. “What is the best way to end the constant slave rebellions?” the slave owners asked “His Holiness” thei > read more

Heads Must Roll Re West Indies Cricket…

Published on 2011-03-25 19:32:05

This interesting article is reproduced from Dr. Malcom Grant’s Facebook Page. The frustration of a West Indian cricket fan is clearly evident – Barbados Underground How many more? How many more defeats are West Indian fans expected to swa > read more

Placing All The Eggs In One Basket

Published on 2011-03-25 19:22:43

After reading Barbados Today dated March 22nd,2011. I found the article on agriculturalist And Independent Senator Dr. Frances Chandler a very interesting read. I no longer live in Barbados but my roots are Barbadian. What goes on in Barbados will &# > read more

His Royal Highness Prince Edward Participates In The Barbados Royalist Regatta

Published on 2011-03-25 17:22:29

Filed under: Blogging, World News Tagged: Barbados Royalist Regatta, His Royal Highness Prince Edward > read more

Barbados Has A Right To Protect Its Border – The Shanique Myrie Case

Published on 2011-03-24 20:29:43

A Relevant Vision For Barbados Beacons

Published on 2011-03-24 19:19:28

We live in a world where the preferred system of government is a democracy. Despite the virtues of this so called free market system which underpins a democracy, we continue to observe untold daily suffering caused by social and financial … C > read more

Is The Government Showing Enough Empathy For The People It Serves?

Published on 2011-03-24 05:17:27

Senators Francis Chandler and Sir Geoffrey Cave have been quoted in the media expressing concern that officers of government should by their decisions and policy exercise financial restraint. Senator Chandler suggested as an example ministers of go > read more

Supreme Court Of Judicature Marston Gibson Amendment Act?

Published on 2011-03-22 22:01:13

The Saturday Sun of March 20, 2011, reported that the House of Assembly passed an amendment to the Supreme Court of Judicature Act just after mid-night. That amendment partly paved the way for Mr. Marston Gibson to become the next … Continue re > read more

Government Compounds CLICO Matter By Committing Another Gaffe

Published on 2011-03-22 01:04:46

As I said in an earlier post there is no way that the DLP was going to throw Parris under the bus, however I never anticipated that the PM would have openly given him the kind on support that he … Continue reading → > read more

Some Call It Collateral Damage When Civilians Are Killed In The Name Of War

Published on 2011-03-21 20:03:13

The Western world has declared war against the ‘tyrant’ Colonel Muammar Gaddafi. Some will question the motive of the war at this time. Are we not battling an economic recession? A good case can be made why now and why … Continue > read more

Barbadians Must Decide: Corruption Or Incompetence

Published on 2011-03-21 19:27:19

Submitted by Dave R � It was a remarkable story on Sunday night (March 20, 2011) that with the price of gasoline edging closure to $3.00 per litre and with bus fare already $2.00 – speaking at the Hilda Skeene … Continue reading → > read more

National Productivity In The Public Sector, Moving to A System Of Meritocracy

Published on 2011-03-20 21:30:20

Any slight increase in the wage bill will have serious implications because it means we’ll have to look for either cutting expenditure in other areas, particularly our social programme, which would be undesirable,” Thompson told reporters. And if > read more

One World Government In Disguise

Published on 2011-03-20 21:18:31

Submitted by Ras Jahaziel � Filed under: Blogging, Caribbean News Tagged: One World Government > read more

Caribbean Stock Report 14 To 18 March 2011

Published on 2011-03-20 19:05:39

� Filed under: Business, Caribbean News Tagged: Justin Robinson, University of the West Indies, UWI > read more

The Opening Of The 7th Seal: “Silence In Heaven” – How Ezekiel 9 Paves The Way For “Judgment To ‘First’ Begin At The House Of God”

Published on 2011-03-20 07:13:12

Submitted by Terence Blackett � “If the righteous scarcely be saved, where will the ungodly appear” – 1 Peter 4:18 “And when He opened the “Seventh Seal”, there was “Silence in Heaven” for about half an hour…Then another angel, > read more

Getting Serious About The Cost of Living Debate

Published on 2011-03-19 10:08:40

The audit tests revealed that for the financial years 2007-2009 in a sample of sixty-seven vehicles, forty-one (41) consigned to individuals, with a customs value of $485,233.39, were seen in the Customs computerized system ASYCUDA ++ as released wit > read more

Government Compounds CLICO Matter By Committing Another Gaffe

Published on 2011-03-17 01:04:46

Chief Justice Designate Marston Gibson Update: Barbados Bar Association Backing Government – Is Justice In Barbados Being Slowly But Steadily Compromised?

Published on 2011-03-16 20:46:55

Submitted by Thomas A. Harper Were it not for this alternative, the impotence or cowardice of the local news media would have left us without an avenue through which to express legitimate concerns regarding the administration of certain sectors of &# > read more

Mia Mottley Has Moved To Another Level

Published on 2011-03-15 21:31:21

The current standard of debate displayed in The Estimates 2011-2012 in parliament can be described as disappointing. Given the economic storm which Barbados continues to navigate, one might have reasonably expected our policymakers to have used the o > read more

How Will The Fruendel Stuart Government Manage Leroy Parris?

Published on 2011-03-15 20:53:44

A picture is said to be worth a thousand words. BU will not ascribe any meaning to the picture which appears on the back page of the Nation newspaper today (8 March 2011), other than to suggest it smacks of … Continue reading → > read more

Cove Bay St Lucy, The Master Piece

Published on 2011-03-15 20:19:04

I am very PROUD of all Barbadians who are standing up against the development of Cove Bay, St. Lucy. We have sold too much of Barbados already. I cannot see how man can improve on what GOD has already made … Continue reading → > read more

Lifting The Veil – The Failure Of Capitalist Democracy

Published on 2011-03-15 19:49:34

The video, should you hit play, exposes the scam of the supposed two party system in the USA and shows that, whether the Democratic or Republican party holds power, protecting (or better yet, increasing) the profits of the corporate bankster … > read more

Speed Test of LIME’s GPRS Network…proof they are selling a broken service!

Published on 2011-03-15 18:03:56

Video credit to Technician Filed under: Technology, Telecommunications Tagged: GPRS, LIME, Speed Test > read more

Are We Seeing Increased Seismic Activity In The Region?

Published on 2011-03-15 07:54:37

Filed under: Barbados News, Blogging, Caribbean News, Earthquake Tagged: Barbados Seismic > read more

An Outdated Legal System In Need Of Leadership

Published on 2011-03-14 21:32:54

The arrest of the venerable lawyer Leroy Lynch on a 2.2 million fraud charge on the weekend, has sent ripples through the legal fraternity and wider society. Why would Mr. Lynch, who has represented First Caribbean International Bank, and before &# > read more

Chief Justice Designate Marston Gibson Update: Barbados Bar Association Backing Government – Is Justice In Barbados Being Slowly But Steadily Compromised?

Published on 2011-03-14 20:46:55

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 7 March To 11 March 2011

Published on 2011-03-14 20:15:31

Here is Version 2 (International Comparisons) Filed under: Blogging, Business, Caribbean, Caribbean News Tagged: University of the West Indies, UWI > read more

Evidence Of Bharat Jagdeo And The PPP’s Racism Is Profound And Unassailable

Published on 2011-03-14 18:58:42

Submitted by Rickford Burke Since the PPP government took office in Guyana in 1992, it has systemically promoted racism and ethnic division, and has established an ethnocracy which has an insidious noose around the neck of African Guyanese population > read more

Speed Test of LIME’s GPRS Network…proof they are selling a broken service!

Published on 2011-03-14 18:03:56

Video credit to Technician Filed under: Technology, Telecommunications Tagged: GPRS, LIME, Speed Test > read more

How Will The Fruendel Stuart Government Manage Leroy Parris?

Published on 2011-03-13 20:53:44

The Non-Jailable Class: Bad Laws, Corrupt Tyrants And Legal Fraud – Justifying The Protection And Safehaven For The Perpetrators Of Genocide, Extraordinary Rendition, Dangerous Oligarchs And Arms Sales To Evil Regimes

Published on 2011-03-13 12:36:14

Submitted by Terence Blackett Bad laws are the worst form of tyranny – Sir Edmund Burke “In 494 B.C., the plebeians threatened to leave Rome and set up their own independent state (concilium plebis). What the plebeians did was to … Cont > read more

Lifting The Veil – The Failure Of Capitalist Democracy

Published on 2011-03-12 18:49:34

Arch Cot Coroner’s Inquest Revelations, ASTOUNDING!

Published on 2011-03-12 08:13:53

Submitted by MR Thompson Finally were hearing some “facts” about what transpired at Arch Cot during the preparations for construction on the site. The testimony is startling as to what people knew and what those people did not do. There … C > read more

Questions For The Commissioner

Published on 2011-03-12 05:15:08

I must ask some questions of the Commissioner of Police and the DLP. Mr Commissioner, can you tell us why you transferred four long serving Special Branch Officers? We know you have a right to do as you please but … Continue reading → > read more

Once A Lawyer, Always A Damn Lawyer!

Published on 2011-03-10 19:35:49

A registered attorney at law is currently assisting lawmen with investigations into a number of matters of fraud. CBC understands that the circumstances involve alleged conveyances of land. One case under investigation reportedly exceeded over two mi > read more

Do We Hate Thee Haiti?

Published on 2011-03-09 18:25:11

Submitted by islandgal246 � The embassy of the United States of America here in Barbados is responsible for issuing visas to citizens of several of the Caribbean islands and this includes nationals of Haiti. Many of these Haitian nationals > read more

Caribbean Stock Report For February 28 To 4 March 2011

Published on 2011-03-09 18:12:01

� Filed under: Barbados News, Business, Caribbean News Tagged: Caribbean Stock Report, University of the West Indies, UWI > read more

Understanding The Israeli Psyche

Published on 2011-03-09 16:13:39

BU regulars are aware of the robust debate which religious blogs attract. Underlying many of the arguments is the pro-Israel view led by Zoe always it seems at the expense of the Arab perspective. BU’s position remains firm, the situation ̷ > read more

Are We Seeing Increased Seismic Activity In The Region?

Published on 2011-03-09 03:54:37

Filed under: Barbados News, Blogging, Caribbean News, Earthquake Tagged: Barbados Seismic > read more

How Will The Fruendel Stuart Government Manage Leroy Parris?

Published on 2011-03-08 19:53:44

Encouraging A Culture Of Mendicancy

Published on 2011-03-08 18:05:34

Submitted by Charles Knighton Reference is made to the editorial in the Barbados Advocate of March 06th, A culture of entitlement. First, some needed clarification. The British welfare state did not gain a firm foothold in Britain until the decade > read more

Almond Resort Inc Should Be Asked WHY By Barbadians

Published on 2011-03-07 21:36:12

Can anyone explain why a hotel operating in Barbados in the year of our Lord 2011 would believe they need to apply for work permits for the positions of Director of Food and Beverage, Executive Assistant Manager and Director of … Continue readi > read more

New Guyana Government MUST Pass Law To Seize And Auction Off Multi-million Dollar Properties Owned By Current Ruling PPP Government Officials

Published on 2011-03-07 16:46:16

Submitted by The Caribbean Guyana Institute for Democracy The tax payers of Guyana are being raped. Guyana’s ruling PPP government officials are building lavish, hundred million dollar homes, which they cannot afford on their normal salaries and wi > read more

A Look At Secondary Level Education

Published on 2011-03-06 20:50:15

Submitted by Looking Glass Education by itself cannot transform a country without natural resources and or strategic location from a basically commercial economy into a fully developed country, at least not development as measured by the developed wo > read more

Chief Justice Designate Marston Gibson Update: Barbados Bar Association Backing Government – Is Justice In Barbados Being Slowly But Steadily Compromised?

Published on 2011-03-06 19:46:55

Stand Up!

Published on 2011-03-06 09:51:55

It is with immense discomfort that BU comments on the reported abuse last week of a seven year old boy at the hands of two eight year old girls. Yes believe it or not, these are children in our primary … Continue reading → > read more

Obama Creating History

Published on 2011-03-05 23:00:54

Submitted by Charles Cadogan January 2, 2009, history was made in the good old “U.S.A”; an African American was sworn in as President. But even before Barack H. Obama became President, he made it clear that if he became president … Continue > read more

Sandy Lane Gold Cup 2011 Marred By Controversy

Published on 2011-03-04 17:34:14

The controversy this year is about the objection from top Bajan horse owners to Kittitian horses competing. To be fair this year’s race appears to be generating tremendous interest. Filed under: Blogging, Sports Tagged: CBC TV, Eugene Melnyk, > read more

Shopping For Fruit In Barbados

Published on 2011-03-04 16:59:52

Submitted by Islandgirl246 � Today I was out shopping looking for some fruit to buy. My husband had tried getting some bananas earlier this week but was unable to do so. So I decided to go to Bridgetown to seek … Continue reading → > read more

Mia Mottley Warms To Social Media

Published on 2011-03-03 19:34:20

Popular electronic outlets for citizens to air their views like call-in programmes and Internet blogs ought to have a “framework of accountability. That’s according to Deputy Prime Minister Mia Mottley, who called for support systems, inc > read more

Is Black Still Beautiful?

Published on 2011-03-03 19:22:09

Submitted by Charles Knighton � I had hoped that the advent of March would have put an end to the tedious recitation of the numerous accomplishments of Black people that have brought change to our lives. Alas, Corey Worrell “In … C > read more

Man’s Inhumanity To Man In The Name Of Religion – Another Death, Another Day

Published on 2011-03-02 17:59:33

The shooting of Federal Minister for Minority Affairs Shahbaz Bhatti in Pakistan ominously exposes man’s inhumanity to man in the name of religion. Global societies are described as having progressed beyond the stone age, as it relates to religious > read more

Do You Believe The Local Economy Grew 0.3%?

Published on 2011-03-02 04:37:37

Submitted by People’s Democratic Congress (PDC) Recently, this DLP Government made it known to the people of Barbados that the economy of Barbados grew by 0.3% in 2010. But, what a patently false and objectionable noesis this has been!! What &# > read more

Underscoring The Need For Tourism Research

Published on 2011-03-02 04:28:19

I frequently wonder whether we as a destination have become overly dependent on tour operators filling the rooms of our accommodation providers. Of course it’s a balance. Large room allocations to tour companies that may also be vertically integrat > read more

Think But Be Aware Of The Biases

Published on 2011-03-01 13:10:14

Submitted by Charles Knighton To neurophysiologists who research cognitive functions, the emotionally driven appear to suffer from cognitive deficits that mimic certain types of brain injuries. Not just partisan political junkies, but ardent sports > read more

Homosexuality Trumps Christianity In British High Court

Published on 2011-03-01 05:17:29

We sit as secular judges serving a multicultural community of many faiths. We are sworn (we quote the judicial oath) to ‘do right to all manner of people after the laws and usages of this realm, without fear or favour, … Continue reading > read more

I Have “fundamental” Differences With AFC’s Political Philosophy

Published on 2011-02-28 23:58:29

I feel compelled to note that because of my prior criticism of the PNCR and its current leader, some have without foundation assumed and opined in various fora that I am supporting the opposition Alliance for Change (AFC) party, in … Continue r > read more

Are Public Workers Being Sold Out?

Published on 2011-02-28 07:30:51

Submitted by GoWEB Caribbean – Writer Caswell Franklyn � In an ideal world there would be no place for trade unions. Employers would observe the golden rule, and treat their workers as they would like to be treated if they … Continue rea > read more

Is Justice In Barbados Being Slowly But Steadily Compromised?

Published on 2011-02-27 19:46:55

Gaffe Was A Gaff After All

Published on 2011-02-27 18:41:41

We all make mistakes, the fallibility of man and all that jazz. It is those with the mindset who use mistakes as an opportunity to improve and ideally prevent recurrence who seem to achieve more. Last week the Nation Newspaper … Continue read > read more

Are Public Workers Being Sold Out?

Published on 2011-02-27 07:30:51

Corruption And Corrupt People Now Rule The BLP

Published on 2011-02-27 05:32:06

Submitted by Anne Onime � The Barbados Labour Party is becoming a war zone with the ‘gang of five’ now trying desperate measures to destroy “the decent four.” They cannot get Mia Mottley or William Duguid because they have pedigree > read more

Eugenics As A Tool Of Depopulation: How The Edict Of Pharaoh In The Days Of Moses & The Decree Of Herod In The Days Of Jesus Rationalises Murder To Stem Human Growth

Published on 2011-02-26 19:52:48

In January 1977, Jesse Jackson writing in “Right to Life News” asked us to consider -”What happens to the mind of a person, and the moral fabric of a nation, that accepts the aborting of the life of a baby … Continue reading & > read more

What If Cannabis Cured Cancer?

Published on 2011-02-26 18:20:59

Submitted by Len Richmond CANNABIS CULTURE – What if Cannabis Cured Cancer? CC presents an interview with Len Richmond, director of a new documentary film about how science is showing that compounds in cannabis attack cancer while protecting health > read more

Open Letter To Prime Minister Fruendel Stuart, From Concerned Police Officers Of The Lower Rank

Published on 2011-02-26 17:08:59

Pages 1,2 Filed under: Barbados News, Blogging, Fruendel Stuart, Law,Crime > read more

Tracking Legal Matters In The United States: Internet Kill Switch – Chemical Carol Anne Bond Case

Published on 2011-02-26 15:15:23

It was inevitable that WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange would have been defeated in his extradition battle with Sweden. To have embarrassed the United States in the way he did will never be forgiven or forgotten. There is the view, debatable … > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 21 – 25 February 2011

Published on 2011-02-26 09:11:10

Filed under: Blogging, Caribbean, Caribbean News Tagged: Business News, Caribbean Stock Report, UWI > read more

Manipulating The Law To Accommodate Marston Gibson

Published on 2011-02-25 18:47:44

Submitted by Thomas A. Harper � There is much speculation as to whether the criteria that determines the eligibility of a person to serve as Chief Justice of Barbados will be manipulated to accommodate the appointment of the candidate favoured & > read more

Open Letter To Prime Minister, From Concerned Police Officers Of The Lower Rank

Published on 2011-02-24 17:08:59

Pages 1,2 Filed under: Barbados News, Blogging, Fruendel Stuart, Law,Crime > read more

A Look At The Proposed Special Education Survey

Published on 2011-02-24 16:17:23

Submitted by Looking Glass � Why is it that we tend to need or require outsiders, especially those who know little or nothing about the country, to tell us what to do? Is it because it is easier to accept … Continue reading → > read more

What Needs To Happen Is This…

Published on 2011-02-24 16:05:39

‘What needs to happen is this…we have to get out of this notion that the Government is here to prop up every business’ - – David Rice CEO/President – Barbados Tourism Authority (Barbados Advocate – 24 February 2011) From a … C > read more

Are We Witnessing The Fall Of The US Dollar?

Published on 2011-02-23 21:37:42

Submitted by Green Monkey The presentation summarizes a major factor (not broached by mainstream media) underlying much of the tensions in the Middle East. It’s also covered in this book by author William Clark: Petrodollar Warfare – watc > read more

Is It Weak Managers Or The Old Model?

Published on 2011-02-23 16:25:57

Submitted by Judy F. Clarke � There have been a few voices in the media recently, intimating that the qualities of managers operating in business here, leaves a lot to be desired. While this may be true, the real root … Continue reading &# > read more

Record Numbers And What Else?

Published on 2011-02-23 16:14:38

I am very heartened at the news that Barbados has succeeded in receiving record numbers of tourists for the month of January. This is significant given all of the other depressing news that surrounds the uncertainties associated with what is … > read more

Turning Stumbling Blocks Into Stepping Stones

Published on 2011-02-23 15:52:27

Submitted by AOD � The economy of the USA will slide into depression, greater than 1931 (it did not truly begin in 1929). Paralyzed by excessive debt, the futile attempts by their federal reserve to monetize this debt will fail. … Continue > read more

James Sisnett Is The Oldest Man In Town: How Does He Do It?

Published on 2011-02-23 04:59:29

Submitted by Rosemary Parkinson � I am in awe of Barbadian Mr. Sisnett and wish him even a longer life….watching him on TV doing his little exercises brought tears to my eyes, hearing him speak and seeing his smile so … Continue read > read more

Are We Witnessing The Fall Of The US Dollar?

Published on 2011-02-22 21:37:42

Buju Banton Convicted On Cocaine Charges

Published on 2011-02-22 17:47:48

Interview with Buju Banton in relation to some of his songs: Interview by Rich Lowe of WRUW Radio. � Grammy-winning reggae star Buju Banton convicted on cocaine charges today Read more. Filed under: Caribbean, Caribbean News Tagged: Buju Banton, > read more

Government Taxed A Tax

Published on 2011-02-21 17:02:18

Submitted by GoWEB Caribbean – Written by Caswell Franklyn � The Minister of Finance announced in the 2010 Budget that travelling and entertainment allowances would be taxed. That proposal generated much debate about the hardship that would be > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 14 – 18 February 2011

Published on 2011-02-21 16:33:26

� Filed under: Blogging, Business, Caribbean, Caribbean News Tagged: Caribbean Stock Report, UWI > read more

The Politics Of Spin

Published on 2011-02-20 16:26:10

One does not have to be an Einstein to observe that we are living in troubling times. We have seen ordinary people topple a twenty five year old monarchy in Egypt. As we type this blog news services are reporting … Continue reading → > read more

Almost Saved But Entirely Lost: “As It Was In The ‘Days’ Of Lot” – Rampant Sexual Perversion, Socio-Material Affluenza Compounded By Moral And Religious Breakdown

Published on 2011-02-19 19:28:59

Submitted by Terence Blackett � As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately. “Tell us,” they said, “when will all these things happen, and what will be the sign of Your coming and … Continue readi > read more

Tino’s Best Beamer

Published on 2011-02-18 18:09:28

BU extends commiseration to the Barbados Under-17 CONCACAF Championship football team who was given a drubbing by Canada 8-0 yesterday Canada was more professional outfit if we accept the report from Frank Gill, manager of the Barbados team. Some wil > read more

High Expectations On The Appointment Of Andrew Pilgrim To Lead The Barbados Bar Association

Published on 2011-02-18 16:49:14

BU read the the views expressed by outgoing President of the Barbados Bar Association (BBA) Leslie Haynes QC which were pressed recently by a local newspaper and was left to ask the question – how did he [Haynes] advance the … Continue readin > read more

Bajans, HIV And AIDS

Published on 2011-02-17 17:19:50

I refer to what Dr. Henrick Ellis, Chairman of the National HIV AIDS Commission is reported to have said in the local media. I agree with him 110%. Barbadians or anyone else for that matter who turn their noses towards … Continue reading U > read more

Tribute To Joyce Noreen Hoyte: November 30, 1934 – February 14, 2011

Published on 2011-02-17 16:34:52

Submitted by Rickford Burke, Former Special Assistant to the late Hugh Desmond Hoyte I join all Guyanese in express profound sadness at the passing of my dear friend, former First Lady of Guyana, Mrs. Joyce Noreen Hoyte – wife of … Continue r > read more

Is Roberts Manufacturing Supplying Feed To Chickmont Foods Which Is Infected With Hormones And Antibiotics?

Published on 2011-02-16 21:50:15

BU has been concerned for some time about the quality of food we import. The import bill is reported to be approaching one billion dollars. Escalating use of preservatives and hormones by so-called respectable manufacturers has legitimize many produc > read more

Massive Pension Increase For Cabinet Ministers

Published on 2011-02-16 15:47:54

Submitted by GoWEB Caribbean – Writer Caswell Franklyn On Wednesday, February 9, 2011, the NUPW held a meeting of persons who were affected by the new tax on travelling and entertainment allowances. The following day the Daily Nation quoted the > read more

Overdue Property Payments By Government

Published on 2011-02-16 02:05:12

Submitted by The Scout Recently Minister of Housing, Mr Michael Lashley made a statement that was a bit disturbing to me, he stated that there are persons who government owe money to for compensation of land acquired over twenty years … Continu > read more

Guyana Trades Union Congress writes President Jagdeo on UN Int’l Year for People of African Descent

Published on 2011-02-16 01:53:14

The United Nations dedicates 2011 The International Year For People of African Descent. The Guyana Trades Union Congress on January 17 wrote President Jagdeo to the effect demanding 25 items be addressed to make the year a meaningful one to elimi > read more

Confessions Of A Pharma Insider, It’s BIG Business

Published on 2011-02-15 19:16:56

It seems a commonsense position that as human beings we should place a heavy priority on what we eat. We should eat good food to ensure healthy minds bodies. On those occasions when we fall sick we should feel confident … Continue reading ͛ > read more

High Expectations On The Appointment Of Andrew Pilgrim To Lead The Barbados Bar Association

Published on 2011-02-14 16:49:14

What’s Up With Skin Bleaching?

Published on 2011-02-13 20:39:20

One of the challenges of living in these times is the difficulty being able to discern whether a behaviour is a fad or something more concrete. Cultural relativism seems to have subsumed the view by what seems to be a … Continue reading → > read more

Owing Taxes

Published on 2011-02-13 09:56:31

Submitted by People’s Democratic Congress The notion that “more than $200 million is said to be OWED to Government in VAT and Income Tax by several major enterprises, professional, and business people” (Weekend Nation, Friday, Febru > read more

Thank GOD The Windy Season Only Comes ONCE Per Year, Why, Kites with “Bulldogs”

Published on 2011-02-13 09:35:57

Submitted by Annoyed Visitor I’m sure it originated out of Africa, must have, every Massi Warrior needed to scare his dinner to death rather than use skill to hut same. Now today there are Bajans that think their neighbors need … Continue rea > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 4 February to 11 February 2011

Published on 2011-02-13 09:31:34

� � � Filed under: Blogging, Business, Caribbean, Caribbean News Tagged: Caribbean Stock Report, UWI > read more

We Need To Do More To Punish Perpetrators Of Corruption In Barbados

Published on 2011-02-12 15:44:29

Our aim is to protect society from extensive, deliberate criminal deception which could threaten public confidence in the financial system. We investigate fraud and corruption that requires our investigative expertise and special powers to obtain a > read more

Sexuality And Gender

Published on 2011-02-12 08:44:21

� Filed under: Blogging, Gender, Homosexuality Tagged: gay, Sexuality and Gender > read more

The Laptop Scandal In Guyana

Published on 2011-02-12 05:39:18

The Laptop scandal which has engulfed the PPP government of Guyana has reinforced allegations of rampant and systemic corruption in the PPP government, and that the schemes and devices of this racketeering ruling elite are perpetrated with impunity i > read more

A People In Need Of Oratory Stimulation

Published on 2011-02-11 04:01:01

Submitted by Charles Knighton Three separate offerings in the Nation of Wednesday Feb 09th prompt this letter. In his School of Thought, Ridley Green laments:” the way many of us parents behave on behalf of our offspring, it is as … Conti > read more

How Good Is Cow’s Milk?

Published on 2011-02-10 21:24:15

Submitted by Terence Blackett Filed under: Health > read more

Rihanna’s Image Let It Go

Published on 2011-02-10 04:44:03

I’ve read the article in Barbados Today regarding Rihanna’s image. Sad to say, she’s not that interested in how anyone really feels. She’s in the business to make it by any means necessary. Sex always was a big seller even > read more

Story Behind Unity Workers Union

Published on 2011-02-09 21:22:27

Submitted by GoWEB Caribbean � Over the past few months I have been approached wherever I go by persons who feel that I have somehow let them down by leaving The National Union of Public Workers to form UNITY WORKERS … Continue reading > read more

Are Barbadians Educated Fools?

Published on 2011-02-08 20:01:38

…take health care for instance. We are educated to believe that doctors and prescribed medication help us to get well. Billions of dollars go into this industry. In many cases ailments can a be avoided through diet and lifestyle and … Continu > read more

What Is The Law Relating To Registration and Licensing Of Our Tourism Accommodation

Published on 2011-02-08 04:58:39

For some reason, all the tourism policymakers I have approached have been reluctant to confirm exactly what the law is relating to the registration and licensing of our tourism accommodation. While researching the mandate of the Barbados Tourism Auth > read more

Pharmaceutical Terrorism: HIV/AIDS Drugs And Profits At Any Cost

Published on 2011-02-07 18:20:24

Submitted by Terence Blackett Pharmaceutical terror began in the early half of the 20th century. “The petrochemical giants organised a coup on the medical research establishments, hospitals and universities. The Rockefellers did this by sponsoring > read more

Hallin Marine Sets World Record At Port St Charles!

Published on 2011-02-07 17:07:23

Check out all the details HERE. � Filed under: Barbados News, Blogging, Caribbean News, World News Tagged: Hallin Marine > read more

Oh No Minister Kellman

Published on 2011-02-06 23:05:39

Here is what is being written on Kammie Holder’s Facebook Page about a speech delivered recently by new Minister of the Environment: Ministers of governments must do research before just reading any speech prepared for them. The money we will > read more

Successive Government Policies Fall Short

Published on 2011-02-06 22:34:41

Submitted by People’s Democratic Congress (PDC) Former banker John Beale Both DLP and BLP Governments have over the years been pursuing and implementing some very backward and inept fiscal and monetary policies in Barbados. Such policies include > read more

A Pact With The Devil? The United States And The Fate Of Modern Haiti

Published on 2011-02-06 05:58:35

Reproduced from Origins Website, by Leslie Alexander � One year ago, on January 12, 2010, a devastating earthquake struck the island nation of Haiti. The following day, as tens of thousands of the dead and dying lay beneath the rubble … Co > read more

Questions Asked Of AIRONE’s REDjet

Published on 2011-02-05 18:58:20

Submitted by Mr. Thompson � What’s really the objectives behind the proposed Airone/Redjet low cost airline. Questions: Is it practical to operate MD82, old generation, aircraft on a 15 minute route structure ? Are $9.99Bds fares realistic or > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT 31 January to 4 February 2011

Published on 2011-02-05 11:04:27

� Filed under: Blogging, Caribbean, Caribbean News Tagged: Caribbean Stock Report, UWI > read more

White Knight Versus Black Knight?

Published on 2011-02-04 03:20:57

Submitted by GoWEB Caribbean It is with much intrigue, occasionally accented with a hint of amusement, that I observe the spectacle presently transpiring in our political landscape. On this occasion, I draw specific reference to the legacy of fiendis > read more

Is This The Asma Mahfouz Video Which Started The Egyptian Revolution?

Published on 2011-02-03 04:51:39

Filed under: World News Tagged: Egypt, Hosni Mubarak > read more

Barbados Labour Party Supporter Highlights 23 Mistakes Inflicted By Government

Published on 2011-02-02 16:57:50

Submitted by Apollo 13 (comment) � These are good things that the DLP has done: Free bus fares for children resulting in adding to the Transport Board’s $48 million deficit Free summer camps to the tune of millions to the … Continue > read more

The Story Of Respectable Thieves Colluding To Price Gouge Bajans

Published on 2011-02-01 19:31:14

The issue of high food prices continues to be furiously debated in Barbados. To be expected much of the debate is tainted with partisan political rhetoric. The government ran a political platform during the last general election based on a … Co > read more

US Lawmakers Invested In Airport Body-Scanning Machines Company, Guess Who Might Have Caused The Mess?

Published on 2011-01-31 18:30:55

For many who have to travel frequently by air doing the mandatory security check has become the most disliked part of the journey. Gone are the days when you dumped your carryon in a basket, empty your pockets of coin … Continue reading → > read more

Examining The Way Miracle-Hoping Religion Is Used As A Tool Of Slave Control

Published on 2011-01-31 17:18:30

Submitted by Ras Jahaziel � SLAVE SERMONS FOR THE POOR AND THE OPPRESSED One of the common techniques that slave sermons have always used is to put the slave in a mental stupor where he is constantly hoping for a … Continue reading → > read more

Barbados Environmental Essay Contest For Students $4,000 In Cash Prizes

Published on 2011-01-31 17:02:46

Submitted by Graeme Hall Sanctuary The first Annual Environmental Essay Contest for students ages 9-18 is underway. Sponsored by the Canada-Barbados Environmental Youth Awards Programme (CBEYA), the Essay Contest promises $4,000 in cash prizes for th > read more

Owen Arthur’s Hubris: There Can Be No Barbados Without Me

Published on 2011-01-30 15:54:20

� This anonymous contribution pre-empted BU’s blog on the subject of alleged financial infelicities which occurred under Mia Mottley’s stewardship as Leader of the Opposition, BU withholds our posting for the moment. About ten days a > read more

The Conversion of Satan: “The Whole World Wondered After The Beast” – Apostate Christianity, Modern-day Spiritualism And The Alchemy Of The Poisonous Golden Chalice

Published on 2011-01-30 14:59:47

Submitted by Terence Blackett “And there came one of the [7] angels which had the [7] vials, and talked with me, saying unto me, come hither; I will shew unto thee the judgment of the great Whore that sitteth upon … Continue reading → > read more

Proposed De-listing of Barbados Dairy Industries Limited

Published on 2011-01-30 10:21:50

Submitted by Atrue Freeman Sir Neville, thank you for your response of January 17, 2011, to my email of January 8, 2011. Sir Allan C. Fields, Chairman of Barbados Dairy Industries Limited (BDIL), states in BDIL’s 2010 Annual Report that … C > read more

Prioritizing Food

Published on 2011-01-29 19:07:12

Two contrasting stories, what is depicted in the video clearly illustrates what can be done with the right ‘will’. The story below shows why we need to find the right ‘will’, and fast! The following article reveals the devasta > read more

Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation MCTV Service Or Lack Thereof

Published on 2011-01-29 18:05:57

The Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) is often spared the wrath of BU. It is a media house which has been used as a political football by successive governments. The fact that Chairman Leroy Parris and Head of News Reudon Eversley … > read more

UWI Debate

Published on 2011-01-29 17:52:30

Submitted by Floyd Vincent � I have listened and watched the debate about access to university education with some interest over the past few weeks, especially after the announcements in the budget speech of November 22, 2010. I have a … C > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK EXCHANGE REPORT For Week January 24 to 28, 2011

Published on 2011-01-29 17:38:41

Filed under: Caribbean, Caribbean News Tagged: Caribbean Stock Report, UWI > read more

Amway-Quixtar Settles For 150 Million In The Face Of Accusations It Is Operating Pyramid Scheme

Published on 2011-01-28 20:18:37

Amway is the largest, oldest and best known representative of “multi-level marketing” (MLM). It is the most prominent member of the Direct Selling Association. This icon of “direct selling” just announced that it has agreed to pay restitution > read more

An Inside Look At Haiti’s Business Elite, Interview with Patrick James

Published on 2011-01-27 16:55:13

In the coming days BU will be reproducing and writing about Haiti. It seems Barbadians and others in the region have become numb to the plight of the Haitians. The article reproduced from 1995 is still relevant and required reading … Continue r > read more

Police ‘Raids’ Red Sea In Deacons, Alleged Police Brutality

Published on 2011-01-26 17:28:40

BU understands the Barbados Police Force ‘raided’ the area known as the ‘Read Sea’ in Deacons Road on Saturday 22nd January 2011. During the ‘raid’ five persons were arrested. Among those arrested were photo journalists Sandy Keisha Pit > read more

What Next? Identifying The Political Losers And Winners!

Published on 2011-01-26 16:48:10

One week in politics is certainly a long time and it can bring about a number of casualties whilst, at the same time, that timeline may elevate the statuses of others. Last week’s bye-election in Barbados has come and gone. … Continue reading > read more

Is The Budget Process Illegal

Published on 2011-01-26 16:05:48

Submitted by GoWEB Caribbean (written by Caswell Franklyn) Under normal circumstances when Government wants to change a law; a bill is laid, debated and passed in the House of Assembly. The process is repeated in the Senate, and then it … Conti > read more

Political Hypocrisy: No Divine Right To Rule

Published on 2011-01-25 18:55:58

Anonymous Contributor Week-after-week, the Opposition Barbados Labour Party appears to be ending up with egg on its face. It is as if, having reviewed its leadership, you would now be well advised to talk what that party is saying with … Cont > read more

CARIBBEAN STOCK REPORT For Week January 17 to 21, 2011

Published on 2011-01-24 20:20:29

Filed under: Caribbean News Tagged: Caribbean Stock Report, University of the West Indies, UWI > read more

Questions Sent To Incoming Chief Justice Marston Gibson

Published on 2011-01-24 19:30:31

Dear Mr Gibson, Now that it is confirmed that you are to be the new Chief Justice of Barbados, the BU family has some questions to put to you. These questions are not political in nature, but solely about the … Continue reading → > read more

Overgrown Lots

Published on 2011-01-24 19:06:58

Submitted by The Scout � For a long time successive governments have been threatening persons who own overgrown lots to either clean them up or the government will clean them and attach the cost to the property tax bill. This … Continue re > read more

Truth’s Time Bombs (MENTAL ANATOMY OF NEGRO DOMESTICATION)

Published on 2011-01-24 18:48:37

Submitted by Ras Jahaziel ARE WE ENTIRELY FREE OF THE SYMPTOMS OF NEGRO DOMESTICATION? PSYCHOLOGICAL RACE DESERTION AND THE MENTAL ANATOMY OF NEGRO DOMESTICATION Read Full Article Filed under: Africa, Blacks Tagged: Negro, Negro Domestication > read more

Going, Going, GONE!

Published on 2011-01-23 23:01:15

Theory of value and property – Locke [John] uses the word property in both broad and narrow senses. In a broad sense, it covers a wide range of human interests and aspirations; more narrowly, it refers to material goods. He … Continue reading > read more

Politics – A Fool’s Game For The Masses: “CLOWNS TO THE LEFT, JOKERS TO THE RIGHT”: How Party Politics Made Imbeciles Of Educated Men And Nationalist Demagogs Out Of The Uninitiated

Published on 2011-01-23 13:33:53

Submitted by Terence Blackett � “If religion is the opiate of the masses – then politics is the “crack-cocaine” of fools” Western Anglo-Saxon style democracy prides itself on being a representative democracy subscribing to DuvergerR > read more

A Dispassionate Clarification On The Appointment Of Chief Justice Designate Marston Gibson

Published on 2011-01-22 19:26:46

The name of the author (lawyer) has been withheld by BU � IN 1973, Lord Reid, had occasion to comment on an apparent absurd legal conclusion which arose in the case HAUGHTON v SMITH. The absurdity arising from the decision … Continue rea > read more

No Freedom Of Information Act, No Ministerial Code Of Conduct, No Declaration Of Assets And No Integrity And Transparency Legislation.

Published on 2011-01-22 12:37:44

The aforementioned must be the bedrock of any modern democracy if we are to keep politicians and government officials are above corruption. Corruption is now recognized as one of the world’s greatest challenges. It is a major hindrance to sustainab > read more

Negative Report On Almond Beach Club Barbados Uploaded To Youtube

Published on 2011-01-21 16:27:37

Professor Robin Mahon, Director, Centre for Resource Management And Environmental Studies (CERMES) Faculty Of Pure And Applied Sciences, CAVE HILL CAMPUS, BARBADOS Read More Filed under: Barbados News, environment, Tourism Tagged: Almond Beach Club > read more

Mara Thompson Succeeds Her Husband In St. John

Published on 2011-01-20 22:29:29

The people of St. John in unprecedented fashion elected the wife of the late Prime Minister David Thompson to represent them in parliament. It was an expected result in a DLP safe seat which should encourage caution by Democratic Labour … Conti > read more

The St. John By-election,

Published on 2011-01-19 17:11:34

It is instructive that political pollster Peter Wickham has not bothered to conduct a poll in St. John. One does not need any political acumen to understand why, St. John is a DLP safe seat and the discussion has turned … Continue reading ͛ > read more

INFLATION NATION, a layman’s guide to America’s coming monetary destruction – and how to survive it

Published on 2011-01-19 16:02:27

Reproduced from Whistle Blower on request from Zoe � The signs are everywhere: In the midst of a brutal recession, with Americans already burdened by sky-high unemployment, foreclosures and bankruptcies, shoppers are noticing disturbingly higher > read more

If Duvalier Can Travel On An EXPIRED Haitian Passport, Why Can’t President Aristide Do The Same?

Published on 2011-01-19 15:39:09

Reproduced from the Ezili’s Haitian Lawyers Leadership Network Dr Jean-Bertrand Aristide Former President of Haiti 19 January 2011 I would like to thank the government and the people of South Africa for the historic hospitality, deeply rooted > read more

Evolution or Revolution: Political, Economic And Social Upheaval – Are There Lessons To Be learnt From The Tunisian “Jasmine" Uprising?

Published on 2011-01-18 19:32:07

Submitted by Terence Blackett � On April 4th 1967, Dr. Martin Luther King warned Anglo-Saxon America that – “We as a nation must undergo a radical revolution of values… when machines and computers, profit motives and property rights, are c > read more

Evolution or Revolution: Political, Economic And Social Upheaval – Are There Lessons To Be learnt From The Tunisian “Jasmine” Uprising?

Published on 2011-01-18 19:32:07

Government Can Do More To Enable The Environment For Small Business Enterprises

Published on 2011-01-18 03:42:51

Our precious four acres of Inch Marlow has felt more like the United Nations over the last week with guests from Lithuania, Denmark, Norway, Netherlands, Germany, Brazil, United States, Canada, United Kingdom and for the first time, Uruguay. It’s a > read more

The Fair Trade Commission Responds To Query About Delisting Of Companies Listed On The Barbados Stock Exchange

Published on 2011-01-17 17:51:30

Submitted by Atrue Freeman The following is in response to your email of January 8, 2011 in which you commented on the matter of de-listing a security from the Barbados Stock Exchange Inc. and in particular on the perceived effect … Continue re > read more

GTUC Calls On President Jagdeo To Address Matters Affecting The African Community As Nation Marks ‘International Year for People of African Descent’

Published on 2011-01-17 17:10:48

The Guyana Trades Union Congress in recognition of the United Nations International Year for People of African Descent this today delivered a letter to President Bharat Jagdeo, signed by Lincoln Lewis, General Secretary. The letter outlines 25 issues > read more

Hats Off To Mia Mottley

Published on 2011-01-17 04:13:00

I am so happy to have read Mia Mottley pushing for minimum wage. I mentioned in an earlier posting that I feel such a move would be helpful to those at the bottom of the ladder. By doing this, it … Continue reading → > read more

The Subprime Recession

Published on 2011-01-16 19:16:49

Submitted by Looking Glass Economic theories of recession tend to focus on particular aspects of the problem and assume rationality. Financial history tells us that recessions are not new and will continue to occur. Like stock market crashes they all > read more

Breaking The Stranglehold On High Prices Will Call For A Holistic Strategy

Published on 2011-01-16 06:22:34

I am just fed up with the mark-ups . . . I was in a supermarket recently and I wanted to call the health inspectors. The quality of the English potatoes was so poor! So you are not only paying … Continue reading → > read more

A Report On The Performance Of Stocks On The Regional Exchanges In The Caribbean 2010, Compiled By The Department Of Management Studies, UWI, Cave Hill

Published on 2011-01-15 11:51:06

Filed under: Blogging, Caribbean, Caribbean News Tagged: Cave Hill, Regional Stock Exchange, University of the West Indies, UWI > read more

Pay Attention Bajans!

Published on 2011-01-15 06:08:07

I read on the last page of Barbados Today Online (13 January 2010) where Historian Trevor Marshall and Phillip Bostic are both very angry about the way the tourist industry positions are being filled by outsiders. I have mentioned something … C > read more

Looking At The Global Crisis In The Black Community

Published on 2011-01-15 05:33:08

Submitted by Ras Jahaziel Many voices have preached and many warners have warned. Many of them were reviled and many of them were scorned, and many said to them stop prophesying such disturbing things. But nothing happens without a cause, … Con > read more

Treating Our Senior Citizens With The Respect They Deserve

Published on 2011-01-13 23:08:31

It has come to the attention of BU that a few companies in Barbados have been ‘firing’ long standing employees for questionable reasons. The objective behind what BU labels an unethical action is to avoid paying ‘severance’ to longstanding > read more

What Is A Good Government?

Published on 2011-01-13 21:39:58

Submitted by Terence Blackett – An analytical excerpt of E. E Abrams’ Government & Rebellion No citizen looks for an absolutely perfect form of nationality – of law. But we have a right to ask for good government. We have … Co > read more

UWI Debate

Published on 2011-01-13 17:52:30

Sanka, The Decaffeinated Variety

Published on 2011-01-12 17:46:28

Submitted by David Alleyne � I have read the rubbish published in the Daily Nation by a journalist who boasts the same name, appropriately, as a certain brand of decaffeinated coffee. Appropriately, because it promotes the idea that one is ̷ > read more

Reminder To The Politicians In Barbados

Published on 2011-01-12 17:16:29

Notwithstanding my personal sentiments of praise for Mr. Arthur’s leadership especially in respect of CARICOM, or my respect for the current Prime Minister, I am from St. John (born, lived, and schooled there). I am also a member of the … Con > read more

Structural Engineer Grenville Phillips II Offering Course To Train Construction Foremen

Published on 2011-01-12 17:10:18

Structural Engineer Grenville Phillips II has initiated a new strategy to reduce the vulnerability of houses to natural hazards. He has developed a course and hopes to train construction foremen – eventually awarding them with a College diplo > read more

The Inaugural Mount Gay Rum Round Barbados Race Offers Destination Media Coverage For Barbados

Published on 2011-01-12 16:50:24

Schooner ELENA is one of the entrants and featured in this video An Introduction To The Mount Gay Rum Round Barbados Race – The Mount Gay Rum Round Barbados Race will be held on January 21st 2011 organised by the … Continue reading → > read more

Accountability And Offering Excuses For Excuses!

Published on 2011-01-12 16:25:25

Most of our problems in life tend to come about as a result of trying to evade being accountable. It appears like a disease in government, the private sector and in our personal lives, it`s just not an easy thing … Continue reading → > read more

Governor Delisle Worrell Pins Hope On Tourism And Construction To Fuel 2% Growth In 2011

Published on 2011-01-12 15:42:57

� Here is a link to the text version. � Filed under: Barbados, Barbados Economy, Barbados News, Caribbean News Tagged: Central Bank of Barbados, Economic Review 2010 > read more

St. Michaels Cathedral, A National Treasure

Published on 2011-01-11 20:11:29

I have read about the conditions of one of, what I would think is a national treasure, St. Michaels Cathedral. I see the church that I attended as a young boy, knowing how it was very well kept, seeing it … Continue reading → > read more

UWI Debate

Published on 2011-01-11 17:52:30

Urgent Truths That Must Now Be Proclaimed From The Roof Tops

Published on 2011-01-11 17:35:53

Submitted by Ras Jahaziel TRUTH UNDER LOCK DOWN WHAT IS TODAY IS A RESULT OF WHAT WAS YESTERDAY. It is easy to point at the youths and ask “how did the youths get so?” It is easy to point at … Continue reading → > read more

Has The DPP Made It Open Season On Women Who Refuse Sex?

Published on 2011-01-10 21:16:25

Submitted by Peltdownman In what is a quite unbelievable development for a country that aspires to be “developed”, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has stated that because a woman refused sex to a man who was virtually blackmaili > read more

Emera About To ‘Steel’ Barbados Light & Power Co Ltd

Published on 2011-01-10 20:54:21

Accountant and head of the local corporate shareholders group Douglas Skeete expressed surprise in the news today at his findings after he did a quick and simple analysis of Barbados Light & Power (BL&P) balance sheet to determine the book &# > read more

Ideas Required To Improve Barbados Tourism Product

Published on 2011-01-10 20:38:49

Among the presents my incredibly thoughtful wife bought me for Christmas was a hard cover, full colour book published by the UK based Octopus Publishing Group Limited and entitled 501 Must-visit Islands. Thankfully, Barbados is one of them. It graphi > read more

Barbados Labour Party Accuses The Government Of Dynasty Building

Published on 2011-01-09 20:47:09

Filed under: Barbados, Barbados Labour Party, Barbados News, Blogging, Caribbean News, David Thompson, Democratic Labour Party > read more

The Increase In Bank Fees: Is This Reflective Of The Customer Experience?

Published on 2011-01-09 18:02:35

I note with interest the various comments in relation to the announcement of the increase in bank fees by First Caribbean International Bank. We will in the coming months, see whether the strategic plans and income structure of the other … Cont > read more

Construction Mogul Bjorn Bjerkhamn Fences In ‘Poor’ Barbadian Residents, Vote How You Feel About It!

Published on 2011-01-09 16:55:07

The poll is in response to today’s Nation Newspaper story. Filed under: Barbados, Barbados News, Blogging Tagged: Bjorn Bjerkhamn, Road View > read more

David Chaytor’s Conviction Confirms The Importance Of A Free Press – Enactment Of Integrity Legislation And Freedom Of Information A Requirement

Published on 2011-01-09 07:00:23

When journalists can obtain public records, they need not rely on the whims of a government source to report on government actions and activities, and they can better disclose how tax dollars are spent and how policies are made and … Continue r > read more

Growing Cheaper And Healthier Vegetables Using Aquaponics

Published on 2011-01-08 15:13:00

Submitted by Ready Done If you ever thought you were paying to much for vegetables, Keep reading. We pay unjustified amounts of money for vegetables just because it is more convenient than finding the time and energy to grow our … Continue read > read more

Delisting Of Companies Listed On The Barbados Stock Exchange

Published on 2011-01-08 14:55:34

Submitted by A. Freeman � Sir Neville, the role of the Securities Commission in part is “… the protection of investors by ensuring that they are able to invest in a fair, orderly and transparent market…”. Under no circumstances can ̷ > read more

Monsanto And The Scourge Of Genetically Modified Seeds

Published on 2011-01-07 20:23:49

The subject of Monsanto is covered in the first 5 minutes of the video. Several other subjects can be viewed in the video which gives an out of the box view e.g debt, peak oil, Gross Domestic Happiness (GDA) etc. … Continue reading → > read more

Mara Thompson Tells St. John, ‘Here I Am’

Published on 2011-01-06 22:55:20

At about 10.30 PM last night Mara Thompson was introduced to the Democratic Labour Party platform by long time family friend Hartley Henry. To the strains of Sister Sledge, We are Family, Mara was escorted to the podium by police … Continue rea > read more

Monitoring PSVs On Our Roads – How Many Are Without Insurance Coverage?

Published on 2011-01-05 20:28:57

Author’s name withheld My issue is with public service vehicles which do not have insurance. Everyday thousands of Barbadians travel on private public service vehicles and are unaware that many of them may not have insurance. On Tuesday January > read more

Bajan Anarchy “Laidback and Slow but Effective”

Published on 2011-01-05 19:48:30

Submitted by Mr. Thompson Anarchy (definition): No ruler ship or enforced authority. A social state in which there is no governing person or group of people, but each individual has absolute liberty (without the implication of disorder). Absence of g > read more

Something To Gnaw On

Published on 2011-01-05 18:32:39

Submitted by Charles Knighton Looking back over 12 months of human folly as we do at this time each year, is a perilous exercise. It can shake one’s faith in the long-term viability of our species. Economic chaos, religious and … Continue > read more

In The Absence Of Divine Authority – Is Democracy Meant To Be A Concentration Of Monopolized Sociopolitical Power In The Hands Of A Few “so-called” Elected Representatives?

Published on 2011-01-05 18:19:01

Submitted by Terence Blackett An ideal form of government is democracy tempered with assassination – Voltaire � If we believe popular consensus that anarchy is based on mob rule – then what constitutes democracy? This question comes at a tim > read more

The Time Is Now For Attorney General And Home Affairs Minister Adriel Brathwaite To Act

Published on 2011-01-04 21:29:33

BU has expressed concern regarding a type of crime on the rise in Barbados. The heinous act which occurred last year at Campus Trendz and caused the death of six Barbadian women is one example. There is a resignation by … Continue reading ͛ > read more

Fighting The Fight Against The Corruption Of Public Morals

Published on 2011-01-03 20:16:58

Sometimes the most optimistic person in this world is forced to hang their heads and cry shame. Listen to the audio of one of the most popular artists in Barbados. Although recently fired by Voice of Barbados (VOB) he had … Continue reading > read more

11 Predictions For 2011: Looking Back At A Challenging Future

Published on 2011-01-03 18:09:00

Submitted by Terence Blackett “Almost 2,000 years and no new God!” – Friedrich Nietzsche � In the immortal words of Professor Niall Fergusson – “what is now history was once the future… by the same token, what is now the … > read more

Updated:Selecting The Best Candidate For St. John

Published on 2011-01-03 15:50:25

� Prime Minister Fruendel Stuart is expected to announce the DLP candidate for St. John any day now. There is speculation that the wife of the late Prime Minister David Thompson is favoured to win the nomination. Filed under: Barbados, … C > read more

Barbados Stock Exchange Approves Emera’s Offer To Light & Power Holdings Limited

Published on 2011-01-02 21:58:00

According to Light & Power Holdings Limited 2009 Financials, “sixty-two per cent of the shares in Light & Power Holdings Ltd (LPH) are held by approximately 2,800 Barbadian shareholders.” The recent offer by Emera Inc. (“Emera” – > read more

Is Cruise Tourism Worth The Investment?

Published on 2011-01-02 08:10:12

As a land based tourism entity, I clearly have strong opinions on this subject and any observations made, should bear this in mind in the interest of fairness and objectivity. Cruise tourism is a huge component of the overall global … Continue > read more

The Black Diaspora And Marcus Garvey’s Return To Africa "Dream"

Published on 2011-01-01 16:33:16

Submitted by Yardbroom When Marcus Mosiah Garvey boarded the SS Trent, on the 17th June 1914, to cross the Atlantic and return to his native Jamaica from London; he had spent two years in England, and was about to start … Continue reading ͛ > read more

An Appeal to Minister Richard Sealy and Mr David Rice

Published on 2011-01-01 10:33:12

I recently decided to take a trip to Ghana which is being touted as the Saudi Arabia of Africa. The following were my observations. It cost me $1100US from London to Accra. Flight from London to Accra 6 hours. Five … Continue reading → > read more

Good Wishes To ALL

Published on 2010-12-31 13:30:53

I wish every Barbadian at home and abroad **A VERY PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR**. May GOD continue to keep watch over you in all that you do. May 2010 be a lesson of things understood, to be able to make all … Continue reading → > read more

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