Cost, Concerns, and Expectations of the New School Term 
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Cost, Concerns, and Expectations of the New School Term 

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…

August 30 Named as Edwin Yearwood Day in New York
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August 30 Named as Edwin Yearwood Day in New York

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…

Caribbean Folk Songs for Piano Launches at Carifesta XV
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Caribbean Folk Songs for Piano Launches at Carifesta XV

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…

Speak Truth to Power: Voices Of The New World
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Speak Truth to Power: Voices Of The New World

CARACAS, VENEZUELA – In a world where the fight for objective reporting is becoming increasingly challenging, a number of media professionals from around the globe have converged in Caracas, Venezuela, for Voces del Nuevo Mundo (Voices of The New World)  an emerging alliance dedicated to combating imbalances in news reporting and promoting collaboration. Barbados Present…

PoeTree Barbados Hosts Electrifying Battle Royale at Bean N Bagel 2.0
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PoeTree Barbados Hosts Electrifying Battle Royale at Bean N Bagel 2.0

On Thursday, July 10th, 2025, PoeTree Barbados, in collaboration with Bean N Bagel 2.0, hosted the highly anticipated Under The PoeTree: The Battle Royale  a thrilling night of spoken word that brought together emerging voices, powerful storytelling, and a buzzing audience of over 200 patrons. Fourteen spoken word artists competed for cash prizes totaling $700 BDS, sponsored by Cupid Productionsand Bean N Bagel…

Clockwise Construction: Building a Family Legacy in Barbados.
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Clockwise Construction: Building a Family Legacy in Barbados.

Jevon Abrams isn’t just building structures; he’s actively building a legacy in construction. Clockwise Construction is a family-owned enterprise officially launched in 2020. And Jevon is actively forwarding a tradition of craftsmanship and dedication that stretches back two decades. Speaking to the News On The Go team, Jevon revealed, “The repetition of our style has…

DaSilva and Marzville Unleash High-Energy Crop Over 2025 Anthem “Drunk”
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DaSilva and Marzville Unleash High-Energy Crop Over 2025 Anthem “Drunk”

Bridgetown, Barbados May 31, 2025 Just in time for the Crop Over season, rising soca talent Dasilva has dropped his latest anthem, “Drunk”, featuring the electrifying Marzville. Released earlier this month, the track is already gaining significant traction online, with fans embracing its infectious rhythm, feel-good energy, and undeniable potential to dominate the road. “I…

Barbados Scores Big: “Grassroots to Global” Ignites Women’s Rugby Coaching Revolution
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Barbados Scores Big: “Grassroots to Global” Ignites Women’s Rugby Coaching Revolution

Bridgetown, Barbados –May 18, 2025 – Barbados just hosted a significant event for women’s rugby. The “Grassroots to Global 2025 Barbados” summit, held on May 17th and 18th, helps empower women in rugby coaching and grow participation among girls across the island. This initiative aims to foster supportive environments to attract and retain female coaches,…

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John Boss Beats to the World Stage: A Crop Over Prodigy Ready!

Bridgetown, Barbados – Crop Over is buzzing with anticipation, and consequently, rising star Israel Savourey, known to fans as John Boss, is ready to inject a jolt of energy into the festival scene. Indeed, the dynamic young artist revealed exclusively to News On The Go Now his two new projects in the pipeline: a collaboration…

Bajan Brothers Bring Home the Goodies in Wave Riders’ Triumph
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Bajan Brothers Bring Home the Goodies in Wave Riders’ Triumph

Barbados is beaming with pride as the Wave Riders, the Rasta brothers continue to carve their names into surfing history. Ras Tafari Lewis, known affectionately as Emperor, recently achieved a remarkable feat at the 2025 NSSA Regional Junior Surfing Championships in Florida, USA. He not only reached the finals in the highly competitive Open Men’s…