The Ministry Of Education, Technological And Vocational Training highlighted some proposed reforms to the school system as well as plans for the rest of the 2020/2021 school year. Here are some takeaway points. 11-plus will be on 28th July 2021.Deferrals will be given to students who are not ready to take the exam.Students who defer their exams will still be …

In hindsight, it seems as if most educational systems are not geared towards education but rather towards preparing students for a test that evaluates their short-term memory retention so they can move on to the next level. Passing an exam in primary school determines which secondary school one attends, subject to one’s performance. Based on the school they attend, students …

Here are 5 interesting facts about the La Soufrière volcano in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. 1. It’s a stratovolcano La Soufrière is the highest peak on the island of St. Vincent at over 1200 meters high. This active stratovolcano is located on the northern side of St Vincent. A stratovolcano, also known as a composite volcano, is a conical volcano formed …

The registration form for the Barbados Optional Savings Scheme (BOSS) is now available for public workers to sign on. The form is available here for completion. Important Notes In order to complete the form, it is necessary to know your net salary. A calculation sheet is provided on the form.If the total value of all the Bonds requested by all workers …

This is an introduction to the Barbados Optional Saving Scheme (BOSS) which will introduce a public sector salary bond.

Barbeque Barn is what one would classify as a fast casual dining experience. For just $40 usd one can have a selection of items for a dinner for two. There are two locations, Rockley and Warrens. This review is based on the Rockley branch. The restaurant uses a pay first system and the typical wait time is half an hour.  …

human trafficking is a crime in which traffickers profit from the exploitation of individuals, luring these victims to place where they can be controlled.   For most people, the slave trade ended centuries ago. But for some, the lave trade is still alive today Unknown Human trafficking often begins with a false promise of an opportunity. Victims are promised good …

Leukemia is a malignant progressive disease in which the bone marrow and other blood-forming organs produce increased numbers of immature or abnormal leukocytes. Common symptoms may include: pain in the bones or joints, swollen lymph nodes that usually don’t hurt, fevers or night sweats, feeling weak or tired, bleeding and bruising easily, frequent infections, discomfort or swelling in the abdomen, …