As Barbados enters a new year, the President of the National Organisation of Women(NOW) Barbados is calling for renewed national commitment to advancing equality,supporting women’s mental health, valuing care work, and strengthening pathways foryoung women transitioning into adulthood.While acknowledging that women and girls continue to face challenges that are oftenunseen and endured in silence, the…
A floating symbol of international cooperation has arrived in Barbadian waters, as the Chinese Naval Ship Silk Road Ark opens its gangways to provide comprehensive healthcare to the public through December 27. The vessel set sail from China in early September for the Mission Harmony 2025, to provide humanitarian support through healthcare services and training…
Pirates Achieve Three-Peat Victory at Bayview Swim MeetBayview, October 4th The Bayview Pirates secured a dramatic victory at the 3rd annual Bayview Pirates Swim Meet, extending their dominant streak to three consecutive years. The tightly contested meet, held from September 26th to 28th, saw the Pirates triumph by a narrow margin of just six points…
As the Free Movement initiative takes off, Barbadians are weighing the real impact on their daily lives. From job security and wages to public services and safety, locals are asking tough questions about what this change could mean for them, and for the island as a whole. Many worry that incoming workers may accept lower…
The Barbados Association of Creatives and Artistes (BACA) expresses its grave concern over the ongoing treatment of our member, Calypsonian and Programme Manager Mr. Ronnie Clarke, Mr. Clarke has faithfully served Barbados in two distinct capacities: as a respected Programme Manager at Starcom Network, and as “De Announcer,” a celebrated calypsonian and cultural advocate whose music has…
Just like viewing an Instagram story, summer has flew by and many parents have felt the crush of the September back-to-school rush and all that comes with it. From last-minute shopping trips and transportation concerns to the weight of new expectations, this annual season brings both excitement and challenges. News On The Go Now’s Nakita…
While Calypso and Soca Music still thrives, August 30th will officially be known as Edwin Yearwood day in New York City. The Soca General received recognition of that following his superb performances at Labour Day celebrations and over the year in New York City. While speaking to News On The Go’s Kerry Skeete at CARIFESTA…
For many, the world of dance and technology may seem like two separate worlds. But for Valencia James, the fusion of both is not just a creative endeavor rather, it is a journey that is transforming the way we think about storytelling, collaboration and culture. As part of the CARIFESTA XV celebrations, James returns to…
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS – A new piano book, “Caribbean Folk Songs for Piano,” is set to launch this month during Carifesta XV, marking a significant milestone for the PROJECT Music Books for Piano Education. The extensive 70-page collection written by author and musician Liesbeth Peroti is a collaboration between Caribbean Sheet Music Publishing and Robert Gibson…
KWEST Records, Grammy Considered Billboard #1 Artist Karlos Cobham is set to release new bumping single Blessed, Friday September 26, 2025. It’s been a minute since Cobham shared new music and it’s time for some fresh heat for the airwaves and your stereos. His new bumping single BLESSED mixed and mastered by UGLYJOSH and penned by the Barbadian rising star…
