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Barbados National Mourning for Sir Garfield Sobers: Prime Minister Mia Mottley and Culture Minister Olivia Grange led tributes after the West Indies legend died at 89, with Barbados declaring days of mourning and plans for a state funeral. Cricket on the Home Front: The 4th ODI at Kensington Oval (West Indies vs New Zealand) goes ahead as fans mark Sobers with respect, including black armbands and a minute’s silence. Local Business & Money Skills: A new financial literacy push, “WeBiz Bajan,” targets rising personal insolvencies, while the Fair Trading Commission prepares a digital system so consumers can lodge and track complaints online. Community & Culture: Barbados Cooperative Association highlights how cooperatives contribute over $1B annually to the economy. Public Safety Update: A man identified as 36-year-old Edgrick Yearwood died after a police-involved shooting; investigations continue. Travel & Lifestyle: Book-inspired travel trends are rising, and Barbados is being pitched as a top Caribbean escape—plus more food and cruise roundups for 2026.

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Jul. 14, 2026

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Jul. 18, 2026

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Jul. 18, 2026

‘’Barbados loves you eternally’: Rihanna’s tribute to Sir Garry

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Jul. 18, 2026

‘Cooperative movement is a hidden gem in Barbados economy’

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Jul. 18, 2026

Barbados declares national day of mourning following Sobers’ death

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Year Founded	1993
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Jul. 18, 2026

Barbados declares days of national mourning in memory of Sir Garry Sobers

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Jul. 18, 2026

Barbados declares days of national mourning in memory of cricket legend Sir Garfield Sobers

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Year Founded	1834
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Domain Registration Year	1996
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Publication Location	Jamaica, Kingston
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Jul. 17, 2026

Barbados declares national mourning as Sir Gary to receive State Funeral

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