A distinguished Barbadian who made a profound impact on the academic landscape of the Caribbean and who is now leaving a fivefold legacy. That is how the late university lecturer and heritage expert Dr. Karl Watson is being described by his colleagues and students. Sherwood McCaskie reports.
Police are tonight investigating a shooting at Kirtons, St Philip which has left one man dead and another injured. The incident occurred this afternoon, leaving bystanders shocked at the reckless and deadly attack. Anesta Henry has the story.
Here is tonight’s weather forecast according to the Barbados Meteorological Services. Weather Forecasts Tonight From 6:00 p.m. Synopsis: A ridge pattern will be the dominant feature. General Forecast: Mostly clear with a few brief isolated light showers. Tomorrow From 6:00 a.m. Synopsis: A weak shear line will be affecting the island. General Forecast: Sunny with cloudy periods and brief light showers. Wind Forecasts Gentle easterly to east-northeasterly breeze from 20 to 30 km/h (12 to 19 mph). Tomorrow From 6:00 a.m. Gentle east-northeasterly to easterly breeze from 20 to 30 km/h (12 to 19 mph). Marine Forecasts Tonight From 6:00 p.m. Moderate to rough in open water with northerly swells ranging from 2.5 to 3.0 meters (8 to 10 ft.) and decreasing. A SMALL CRAFT AND HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FOR ABOVE NORMAL SWELL HEIGHTS. Tomorrow From 6:00 a.m. Moderate in open water with swells ranging from 1.5 to 2.5 meters (5 to 8 ft.) and increasing. Extreme Temperatures Max. Air Temp for Today 29.9 °CMin. Air Temp for Today 24.0 °C
