Barbados is experiencing a rise in respiratory illnesses, including influenza, RSV, and COVID-19, leading to hospitalizations and two deaths. The health authorities recommend practicing good hygiene, wearing masks, and managing underlying health conditions to reduce transmission and severity of illness.
Barbados has confirmed three new cases of Mpox, bringing the total to six since 2022, with no travel history among the affected individuals. The cases are being managed with home isolation and contact tracing, emphasizing the importance of hygiene and cautious social interactions to prevent further spread.
The world's smallest snake, the Barbados threadsnake, was rediscovered after 20 years in Barbados during an ecological survey, highlighting concerns over habitat loss and the need for conservation efforts to protect this rare species and other local wildlife.
The world's smallest-known snake, the Barbados threadsnake, was rediscovered after nearly 20 years in Barbados, highlighting its rarity and the importance of habitat conservation.
Ronald Fenty, Rihanna's father, has died at age 70 after a brief illness, surrounded by family. The relationship between Rihanna and her father was complex, involving periods of estrangement and reconciliation, and legal disputes over business ventures. He was the father of Rihanna, her brother Rajad, and other children from previous relationships.
A professional diver, Alex Davis, discovered a 1965 McMaster University graduation ring lost in the ocean for 47 years and returned it to its owner, Morgan Perigo, just before his 83rd birthday. Davis found the ring while diving in Barbados and used the university's alumni network to identify Perigo, who had lost the ring during a family trip in 1977. The reunion of the ring with its owner was a heartwarming surprise, especially as it coincided with Perigo's birthday.
Kendall Jenner and Bad Bunny were spotted together in Barbados after their late 2023 breakup, sparking rumors of a possible rekindling. Despite the reunion, sources claim they are not officially dating but remain in the same social circles and are friendly exes. They had kept their relationship private throughout 2023 and have a history of working together, such as in a Gucci luggage campaign. Jenner has previously expressed her philosophy on relationships, emphasizing her desire to fight for them rather than give up easily.
Mark Wahlberg and his wife Rhea Durham were spotted showing affection and their fit physiques on a vacation in Barbados. The couple, married since 2009 and parents to four children, were photographed kissing in the ocean, with Wahlberg displaying his well-known abs and Durham showcasing her figure in a bikini. Their fitness routine, which includes intense F45 Training, seems to be a family affair, with even their youngest child adopting a disciplined approach to health and exercise.
Barbados is experiencing a dengue fever outbreak, with 518 recorded cases in September 2023 compared to 241 cases in the same period last year. The Pan American Health Organisation has also reported outbreaks in Martinique, Guadeloupe, and Grenada. The World Health Organisation warns that climate change may lead to increased cases of mosquito-borne diseases globally. Symptoms of dengue fever include headaches, muscle and joint pains, vomiting, and a characteristic skin rash. The public is advised to take protective measures such as source reduction, using mosquito repellent, wearing protective clothing, and seeking medical attention for unexplained fever or symptoms. No deaths have been reported so far.
Rihanna and ASAP Rocky flew to Barbados for a vacation after attending the Louis Vuitton runway show in Paris. The couple coordinated in all-blue outfits at the event. Rihanna, who is in the final weeks of her second pregnancy, was seen in a skin-tight green mini-dress upon arriving in Barbados. She recently announced stepping down as the CEO of her lingerie company.
Four prime ministers from Barbados, Mongolia, New Zealand, and Vietnam have visited China to attend the Summer Davos Forum and pay official visits. China hopes to deepen relations and enhance cooperation with countries across the world and inject momentum to post-pandemic global recovery and collective development through its opening-up and modernization. The four prime ministers will discuss ways to deepen Belt and Road cooperation, enhance connectivity, and stabilize industrial and supply chains. The visits reflect that emerging economies are gradually taking the lead and acting as a driving force in globalization, replacing the developed West.
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky were spotted in Barbados, looking like a picture-perfect couple during a romantic dinner date. The pregnant singer wore a shimmering green mini dress while the rapper kept it casual in a graphic tee and black leather shorts. A$AP recently referred to Rihanna as his "wife" during a performance at the Spotify Beach event in Cannes Lions. The couple is expecting their second child, with their first child, Rza, recently celebrating his first birthday.
Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley is leading a global coalition to demand that the international financial system be fundamentally reformed to provide hundreds of billions of dollars to poorer countries to tackle climate change. She wants to generate more finance for the countries that need it most through a wholesale modernisation of the international monetary system. The current institutions, including the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund, were set up by the victorious nations towards the end of the Second World War.
Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley is leading a global coalition to demand that the international financial system be fundamentally reformed to provide hundreds of billions of dollars to poorer countries to tackle climate change. She wants to generate more finance for the countries that need it most through a wholesale modernisation of the international monetary system. The current institutions, including the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund, were set up by the victorious nations towards the end of the Second World War.
Tropical Storm Bret is moving westward towards the Lesser Antilles with winds near 50 mph and higher gusts. A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Barbados and Dominica, with additional watches likely for other sections of the Lesser Antilles. Bret is expected to strengthen but is no longer expected to become a hurricane. Another area of interest, Invest 93L, could become a tropical depression midweek. Hurricane season concludes on Nov. 30.