Here's the truth about what the Founding Father would have said about COVID vaccinationsby J.M. Opal, McGill UniversityWith the United States Capitol overrun by Trump's deplorables, it was easy to miss the other calamity that hit America last week: the pace of COVID-19 deaths hit a frightful new high. In Los Angeles County, a victim now dies every six minutes. The only way out of this ....
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Reifer promises 'elites' from WI U-19 cohortBRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC): Newly appointed West Indies Under-19s head coach Floyd Reifer says his vision is not simply to develop a strong cadre of players, but to transform the next generation of cricketers into elite athletes. The former West.......
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Walsh caught COVID-19 in Caribbean — MansinghBRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC): Dr Akshai Mansingh, a member of Cricket West Indies' (CWI) medical advisory committee, believes leg-spinning all-rounder Hayden Walsh Jr contracted COVID-19 before he left the Caribbean. The Jamaican, also a CWI director.......
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Sir Andy concerned about 'lost' HolderBRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC): Former West Indies cricketer Sir Andy Roberts has described all-rounder Jason Holder as a "damn good cricketer" but says he is "lost" as a captain, and should look to the coaching staff for help during matches. Pointing.......
Simon Cowell Enjoys A Beach Day With Lauren Silverman in BarbadosSimon Cowell is all smiles as he wears his mask around his chin during a beach day in Barbados on Thursday afternoon (January 7). The 61-year-old record executive spent some time with partner Lauren Silverman, and their son, Eric (not pictured), during their holiday in the tropics. Simon wore a pair....
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Proven buys into Bajan foods firm for $3b in 2021 M&A roll-outListed Jamaican investment firm Proven Investments Limited says its announced US$21.4-million ($3 billion) acquisition of a majority stake in the Barbados-based food processing company, Roberts Manufacturing, is a further reflection of the more.......
WIPA backs protocols for Bangladesh tourBRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC): The West Indies Players Association (WIPA) says it has no qualms over the safety of the West Indies squad on the upcoming tour of Bangladesh, and is supporting the COVID-19 health protocols implemented for the series........
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Brathwaite fails to shine as Sixers winning streak endsBRISBANE, Australia (CMC): Barbados and West Indies all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite failed to score and his fortunes coincided with those of the Sydney Sixers, who lost for the first time in five outings with a four-wicket defeat to Brisbane Heat.......
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NCB Financial, Trident Castle used as collateral in Portland bond raisePortland Barbados Limited, part of billionaire Michael Lee-Chin's Portland group of companies, is seeking to raise up to US$4 million, or nearly J$600 million, in a bond offer. Some shares in NCB Financial Group Limited, NCBFG, and the Lee-Chi-.......
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Simon Cowell Puts Back Scars on Display After Scary Bike AccidentSimon Cowell is feeling better after months of recovery. The 61-year-old America’s Got Talent star was spotted hanging out with friends and family shirtless on Wednesday (December 30) aboard a yacht in Bridgetown, Barbados. PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Simon Cowell Simon was seen enjoy....
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Bangladesh tour could spawn 'fruitful careers': AdamsBRIDGETOWN, Barbados, (CMC): Director of Cricket Jimmy Adams believes next month's tour of Bangladesh could signal the start of "long and fruitful careers" for some members of the squad, once they grab the opportunities presented by the absence of.......
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Rihanna & Boyfriend A$AP Rocky Pack on the PDA on Vacation in Barbados!Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are having a blast on their vacation! A few days ago, it was reported that the new couple traveled to the 32-year-old singer/fashion designer’s home country of Barbados to celebrate the holidays. PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Rihanna On Monday (December 28), Rihan....
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Jackie Hendricks backs Phil SimmonsBRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC): Former West Indies wicketkeeper, Jackie Hendricks, has thrown his support behind head coach Phil Simmons, despite the Caribbean side's recent whitewash on the tour of New Zealand. West Indies were thrashed by an innings.......
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Rihanna and A$AP Rocky Spend Christmas Eve Together in BarbadosIt's beginning to look a lot like romance...
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky spent Christmas Eve in her home country on Barbados, following months of dating rumors and random joint sightings........
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See How Rihanna & A$AP Rocky Celebrated Their First Christmas as a Couple!Rihanna took her new boyfriend A$AP Rocky home for the holidays this year! The 32-year-old singer and the 32-year-old rapper were spotted holding hands while walking along the dock on their way to a Catamaran cruise on Thursday night (December 24) in Barbados. PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Ri....
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WI squad for Bangladesh to be named next weekBRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC): Selectors are scheduled to announce the squad for the tour of Bangladesh early next week, Cricket West Indies CEO Johnny Grave, has confirmed. He said CWI were in the final stages of discussions with the Bangladesh.......
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Simon Cowell Is All Smiles Shirtless at the Beach After Electric Bike AccidentLooks like Simon Cowell is doing great! The 61-year-old America’s Got Talent judge was seen enjoying a ride on a jet ski and spending the day strolling shirtless with partner Lauren Silverman earlier in the month in Bridgetown, Barbados. PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Simon Cowell Simon ....
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Blackwood unscathed in NZ Test averagesBRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC): Jermaine Blackwood has topped West Indies batting averages for a second straight tour, the only specialist Caribbean side batsman to emerge unscathed from the dismal two-Test series against the Black Caps. The 29-year-.......
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Why life is tough for cricketers amid COVID-19Jason Holder is unsure when he will set foot in Barbados again as he bounces from one biosecure bubble to another, but after the COVID-19 pandemic took a huge bite out of his pay packet the West Indies skipper wants to grab every opportunity that comes his way.....
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Virgin Atlantic returns to Manchester AirportVirgin Atlantic has returned to its home in the north, Manchester Airport, with the relaunch of flights to Barbados. The return also sees the introduction of its Boeing 787 to the airport for the first time.....
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Sir Wes Hall immortalised with bronze statueBRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC): Former Barbados and West Indies fast bowler Sir Wes Hall said he was touched by the gesture to erect a statue of his likeness outside of Kensington Oval. On Sunday, the eve of Barbados' 54th anniversary of political.......
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Virgin Atlantic to launch pre-flight testing at HeathrowVirgin Atlantic customers flying to Barbados or onwards to Antigua and Grenada on selected flights will receive a free, rapid, point of care, pre-departure lateral flow antigen test at Heathrow.....
Barbados removes Nelson statue in break with colonial pastBarbados removed the statue of British Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson from the capital Bridgetown’s main square on Monday, two months after announcing plans to replace Britain’s Queen Elizabeth as its head of state and move on from its colonial past. The bronze statue was unveiled in 1813....
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The first Caribbean cruise in months already has a coronavirus outbreakThe first cruise to the Caribbean since the pandemic began in March is currently experiencing a coronavirus outbreak with at least 5 passengers testing positive.
Passengers had to test negative for COVID-19 twice before they were even able to board the ship, and many precautions were taken on....
First Cruise Ship To Return To Caribbean Sees Passenger Test Positive For Covid-19A passenger aboard the first cruise ship to return to sailing in the Caribbean has tested positive for Covid-19.
According to a People magazine report, a traveler aboard the SeaDream Yacht Club’s SeaDream 1 received a “preliminary” coronavirus test with a positive result after r....
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Chase named Test vice-captain for NZ Tour – reportsBRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC): Roston Chase has been appointed West Indies Test vice-captain for the tour of New Zealand, according to reports yesterday. The Daily Nation reported that Chase had replaced compatriot and long-serving opening batsman.......
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Grave: Innovative 'A' team tour to expand opportunitiesBRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC): Cricket West Indies (CWI) believes its decision to incorporate two four-day 'Tests' into the upcoming tour of New Zealand will pay dividends by expanding the opportunities for specialist white ball players to play the.......
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West Indies shake off travel, jet lag and isolationThe majority of the team and management arrived in New Zealand last Friday after a 54-hour flight from Barbados and have been in a biosecure facility in Christchurch.....
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Lloyd wants Hope in Windies 'A' teamBRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC): Former Windies captain Clive Lloyd has highlighted the need for an ongoing "A" team programme and believes that this was the best recourse for out-of-form right-hander Shai Hope instead of simply being dropped from the.......
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Panton third at Rally BarbadosJamaica's Jeffrey Panton, along with co-driver Mike Fennell Jr, had to settle for a third-place finish at the two-day Sol Rally Barbados on Sunday. Panton, who held a 20-second lead heading into the final three stages on Sunday, had difficulty.......
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Estwick forecasts Pooran Test debutBRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC): West Indies assistant coach Roddy Estwick wants to see highly regarded left-hander Nicholas Pooran playing the longest format within a year. The 25-year-old has so far only played international white-ball cricket for.......
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Old Age Wants to be Beautiful in Latin America, the Fastest Aging Region in the WorldRIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Latin America has been labeled a young region for years. It still is. People over 60 represent on average just 13 percent of the population. Only Barbados and Uruguay are close to 20 percent. However, Latin America will not be forever young. It is the fastest aging region in....
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Detailed planning key to safe tour - GraveBRIDGETOWN, Barbados, (CMC): Cricket West Indies has praised the work of its medical and planning teams for successfully coordinating with Cricket New Zealand to execute the upcoming tour, especially amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. West Indies.......
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CWI selectors fast-tracking SealesBRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC): Convenor of selectors, Roger Harper, says teenager Jayden Seales' inclusion in the West Indies touring party for the two-Test series in New Zealand was a move aimed at "fast-tracking" the inexperienced fast bowler's.......
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Virgin Atlantic to return to two more Caribbean destinationsVirgin Atlantic will relaunch flights to Antigua and Grenada on Monday. The services will join the four weekly flights to Barbados and twice weekly flights to Montego Bay, Jamaica.....
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Windies' Paul selection puzzles GrayBRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC): Former West Indies fast bowler Tony Gray has criticised the selection of Keemo Paul in the Test squad for New Zealand, contending the all-rounder should have been replaced by Shai Hope, whom he has labelled a "great.......
Harper: Course being chartered for Hope's revivalBRIDGETOWN, Barbados, (CMC): Out-of-form West Indies batsman Shai Hope will be placed in a remedial programme in an attempt to ensure he rediscovers his powers in the longest format. The 26-year-old was on Friday axed from the Test side to tour New.......
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Panton apprehensive about Rally BarbadosFour-time Sol Rally Barbados champion Jeffrey Panton is set for a return as he has been confirmed to take part in this year's event, which runs from October 31 to November 1. Panton, who crashed at last year's event, says he is a little less.......
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Self-belief at the core of revival: WalshBRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC): Newly-appointed West Indies Women coach, Courtney Walsh, says he hopes to instil a new sense of self-belief in the beleaguered side as he looks to revive their flagging fortunes. West Indies Women's form has slumped.......
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Virgin Atlantic rolls-out Covid-19 testing to crewLaunched on flights to Shanghai and Hong Kong, the airline plans to extend the trial to Barbados later in October, before a wider roll out to test every operating crew at least once per month.....
Queen Elizabeth Will No Longer Be Head of State of This Island NationBarbados is seeking true independence from colonialism, as the country announced this week that Queen Elizabeth II will no longer be listed as their head of state. Sandra Mason, the governor-general of the Caribbean island, revealed the decision during the opening of the nation’s parliament th....
