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The Bahamas issues travel ban amid Ebola outbreak

THE Bahamas is denying entry to travellers from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda and South Sudan, joining the list of growing countries to restrict travel from the Ebola-affected countries.

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Injured girl forced to wait hours at PMH for registration

A TEENAGE girl injured in a serious crash was forced to wait for hours at the Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) because no intake staff were on duty to register her despite doctors and nurses being present, according to her mother.

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Attorney loses appeal over $862k missing funds

THE Court of Appeal has upheld a decision to disbar attorney Craig Butler after he admitted to misappropriating more than $862,000 in funds belonging to AML Foods Limited.

Murder suspect jailed after breaching bail for four months

A MAN awaiting trial for four murders was remanded to prison yesterday after allegedly breaching his bail conditions for nearly four months.

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Officer concedes errors during cross-examination in Gibson trial

A FINANCIAL officer submitted a flash drive containing banking and company information relating to former Long Island MP Adrian Gibson and his co-accused as evidence continued in the ongoing trial yesterday.

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Organisers expect strong Carnival turnout despite no state backing

BAHAMAS Carnival organisers say they expect a positive turnout for next week’s festivities even after deciding not to seek government sponsorship for extra funding support.

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Officials unsure when delayed Lowe Sound school will open

EDUCATION Director Dominique McCartney-Russell said Lowe Sound Primary School is nearing completion, although officials are still unable to provide a firm opening date for the long-delayed campus.