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Why Rihanna's expanding Clara Lionel Foundation is seen as a model for celebrity philanthropy

Rihanna fans might know the musician for hits such as “Umbrella” and “Diamonds."

The Independent UK

Drax of Drax Hall by Paul Lashmar review – forensic exposé of a British dynasty built on slavery

This timely and important book reveals Barbados plantation owner James Drax to be the equal of Robert Clive or Cecil Rhodes in his profiteering from human misery

The Guardian - UK

Rihanna Pairs Her New Fenty x Puma Sneaker With a Bikini Top and Baseball Jersey

With a look that's classic Rihanna.

Marie Claire

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The best Barbados beach hotels, for Instagrammable pink sands and water sports

Beach clubs, relaxation and rum-fuelled nights – these are the best hotels in Barbados if you are seeking a getaway on the Caribbean coast

The Independent UK

These are the best hotels in Barbados to visit in 2025, from beach clubs to luxury rooms

Whether you’ve come to party, are seeking a tranquil stay or spending time with the kids, these are the best hotels in Barbados for 2025

The Independent UK

The story of rum is the easiest way to understand the dark essence of the human condition

Rum was never just a drink, says Douglas Blyde. It was a crude, caustic, and brutally efficient solution

Evening Standard

The best family-friendly hotels in Barbados from kids’ clubs to watersports

While this Caribbean island is known for its party towns, Barbados also has a wide selection of hotels and resorts fit for families, from tots to teens

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The best adults-only hotels in Barbados, from all-inclusive resorts to swim-up suites

From intimate beachside boutiques to lively resorts, choose your perfect adults-only stay in Barbados

The Independent UK

All the places you can go with Frontier Airlines’ ‘Go Wild’ pass for $299

The airline offers international travel to select locations including Mexico, Jamaica, Guatemala, Barbados, and Costa Rica

The Independent UK

15 best rums to sip straight, on the rocks and in cocktails

Find the perfect rum for everything from a dark and spicy old fashioned to a sweet and fresh daquiri

The Independent UK

Blackouts, explosions, deaths: why the Caribbean is waking up to the increased threat of lightning

A recent strike narrowly missed slave trade archives in Barbados, and experts warn more and worse is to come as global heating intensifies storms

The Guardian - UK

Barbados PM asks Donald Trump for face-to-face meeting on climate

Exclusive: Mia Mottley, who has championed climate action, says she would seek common ground with US president-elect

The Guardian - UK

Phil Salt achieves ‘childhood dream’ in leading England to victory in Barbados

Salt and Jacob Bethell made the most of home comforts as England won the first T20 international in Barbados.

The Independent UK

Barbados done right: sustainable wellness at paradise resort Apes Hill

This community has been developed around one of the world’s best golf courses, but is growing into a unique gem that offers way more than sport. Martin Robinson embraces the island life

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The Independent UK

Marcus Trescothick knows England’s young guns need to play more 50-over cricket

England’s young guns were defeated in Barbados as West Indies claimed a 2-1 ODI series win.

The Independent UK

Liam Livingstone blames toss as England slump to series loss against West Indies

After he called incorrectly in Barbados, England stumbled to 24 for four on an initially tricky pitch to bat

The Independent UK

Twin hundreds help West Indies clinch ODI series win over England

On a tricky Barbados surface, England suffered an eight-wicket defeat in the series’ decider.

The Independent UK

Phil Salt and Dan Mousley keep England alive after top-order collapse in decider

West Indies require 264 in Barbados to win the series.

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The Guardian - UK

West Indies thrash England by eight wickets: third men’s one-day cricket international – as it happened

A spectacular maiden century from Keacy Carty drove West Indies to an emphatic victory in the series decider in Barbados

The Guardian - UK

The 1983 West Indian rebel tour to South Africa that shocked cricket

Source of a tip-off that blew the cover of 16 players leaving Barbados for the apartheid pariah state is finally revealed

The Independent UK

Meet Jacob Bethell, the Barbados kid leading England’s next generation in all formats

IN FOCUS: The 21-year-old Warwickshire prospect is starring for England in the West Indies with his flamboyant style and, as Richard Edwards writes, has a big future in the Test game after earning a call-up to face New Zealand

The Independent UK

Jos Buttler links up with England but will not be wicketkeeper in T20 series

England’s white-ball captain has not played professionally since the end of June at the T20 World Cup in the Caribbean due to a nagging calf injury.

The Guardian - UK

West Indies v England: second men’s one-day cricket international – as it happened

ODI series level at 1-1 with the teams heading for a decider in Barbados on Wednesday

The Conversation

IMF isn’t doing enough to support Africa: billions could be made available through special drawing rights

At the 2021 UN Climate Summit, Barbados prime minister Mia Mottley called for more and better use of special drawing rights (SDRs), the International Monetary Fund’s reserve asset.

The Independent UK

Commonwealth slavery reparations debate: What could the UK be asked to pay?

Reparations is expected to be a key talking point in Samoa

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