Barbados Today

Residents turned out on Saturday to engage with officers and learn more about policing at the Barbados Police Service (Bridgetown Division) Community Connect pop up at Sky Mall.

Inspector Roger Babb outlined the aims of the outreach initiative.

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Students already in secondary school are offering advice to those preparing to sit the exam. Drawing from their own experiences, they are encouraging younger students to stay focused, practise consistently and manage their time carefully in the final days. Here Arya Carter of the Barbados SDA Secondary School shares her tips.

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"Coconuts were introduced to OUR region in the 1500's and have since become a staple for Caribbean culture, crafts, and cuisine

Modern technology makes the husking process easier.
Removing the tough outershell to reveal the nut underneath
Ready for consumption!

That husk by-product is not to be wasted either! OUR Caribbean culture has always been one of sustainability, even before it was the trend. Coconut husk is often saved for use as potting medium for plants, for crafting natural fibers used to make brushes, doormats and ropes and is also used as fuel for fireside cooking!

One staple Caribbean crop, so many uses!


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