Friday, May 31
Marinas urge ‘rogue crack down’ with fee increases
Bahamian marinas yesterday urged the Government to “crack down on rogue” operators and private docks as it moves to introduce jetty, mooring and groin fee increases of up to “20 percent”.
Gov’ts ‘cat and mouse game’ against wealthy tax evaders
A Cabinet minister yesterday said the Government is engaged in “a cat and mouse game” with wealthy tax evaders as it races to plug loopholes and secure the Bahamian people’s money.
Disney to beat local worker pledge by 30% at new port
Disney Cruise Line executives yesterday said they will exceed the number of full-time Bahamian jobs they pledged to create at their new south Eleuthera destination by 30 percent.
Wilson says reporter’s claim that he lied to media is ‘unfounded’
FINANCIAL Secretary Simon Wilson called a Nassau Guardian reporter’s claim that he had lied to the media “scandalous” and “unfounded” - in a row between the two at a briefing on the 2024-2025 Budget at the Office of the Prime Minister yesterday.
Halkitis defends govt’s $10m salary review
ECONOMIC Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis defended the Davis administration’s decision to allocate $10m toward reviewing salaries in the public sector.
IDB warns Bahamas over due $900m external loans
The Bahamas still faces significant financing risks given that it is due to repay $900m in foreign currency loan principal over the next two years, a multilateral lender has warned.
$500m swing in forecast prompts call for answers
The Government has completely overturned its medium-term Budget projections by forecasting a more than half-a-billion dollar swing that will drive it to a $448.2m fiscal surplus at end-June 2026.
Thompson ends speculation, endorses Pintard for leader
TWO days before the Free National Movement’s convention, East Grand Bahama MP Kwasi Thompson has ended speculation by endorsing Michael Pintard in his leadership race against former Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis.
Culmer: Minnis was worst leader ever
CARL Culmer lifted the lid on his tenure as the Free National Movement’s chairman yesterday and described former Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis as the worst leader he has served in any capacity.
Thursday, May 30
‘Road to Paris’: Anticipation mounts ahead of BAAA Junior and Senior Nationals
The Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA) Kids Athletics, Junior and Senior Nationals might be one of the most highly anticipated events of the track and field season and it is set to return to the original Thomas A Robinson Stadium June 26-28. The meet will precede the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, scheduled for July 26 to August 11 in Paris, France, and Bahamian athletes are expected to be at full strength for the three-day meet.
Taysha Stubbs and Dior-Rae Scott commit to University of Nebraska
THE Bahamas’ top junior javelin throwers Dior-Rae Scott and Taysha Stubbs will soon embark on a new journey at the collegiate level with University of Nebraska Cornhuskers. The dynamic duo officially announced their commitment to the Cornhuskers yesterday.
Cleveland Eneas takes charge on day one
THE defending champions of the New Providence Public Primary Schools Sports Association (NPPPSSA) Track and Field Championships led competitors after day one of competition at the original Thomas A Robinson Stadium.
Athletes of the Month: Denisha Cartwright and Wanya McCoy in high gear for May
Hurdler Denisha Carwright and sprinter Wanya McCoy have certainly ramped up both of their individual performances in May to run away with this edition of the Tribune Athletes of the Month honours. The Tribune Sports section will recognise the efforts of athletes across all sporting disciplines and award a male and female candidate at the end of each respective month, culminating with the athlete of the year. With the 2024 Paris Olympic Games on the horizon, Cartwright and McCoy were the latest Bahamian athletes to join the growing list of Olympic qualifiers for The Bahamas and they both achieved the feat this month.
FNM: Financial Secretary must apologize, go to anger management after row with reporter
The Free National Movement is calling for an immediate and "full-throated" rebuke of Financial Secretary Simon Wilson after his volatile exchange with a reporter at a press briefing today.
OPM condemns verbal 'attack' by reporter
Acting Press Secretary in The Office of Prime Minister Keishla Adderley has condemned what she described as a 'personal attack' against a government official at the weekly press briefing today.
High-end real estate’s VAT underperform ‘shocking’
The Prime Minister’s assertion that the Government has collected just 8 percent of its VAT target for high-end real estate sales was yesterday branded “shocking” by industry professionals.
Key tax arrears jump 31% to hit $1.325bn
Total tax arrears due to the Government from three key revenue streams increased by 31 percent to $1.325bn during the nine months to end-March 2024, it was revealed yesterday.
Permanent residency reform labelled ‘huge’
Realtors and attorneys yesterday praised the Government’s “huge” move in raising the economic permanent residence threshold to $1m and diversifying how wealthy foreign investors can qualify.
Manufacturers hail Customs bond end
Manufacturers yesterday hailed the Government’s decision to eliminate the Customs bond and 45 percent machine parts duty as “a huge benefit” that will help them compete on a more “level playing field”.
Investment of $1m needed for economic permanent residence
THE cost of economic permanent residence will change from at least $750,000 in real estate investments to $1m in real estate investments or the purchase of zero coupon bonds from the Central Bank.
Recreational watercraft bill adds citizenship requirement
THE Davis administration yesterday tabled legislation that would transform the commercial watercraft industry and allow Bahamians to get the maximum benefit from the nation’s tourism industry.
The eProcurement platform has saved govt $16.5m, says Davis
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said the government had saved $16.5m through its eProcurement platform, GoBonfire.
Govt set to invest $12m to help UB gain accreditation
THE Davis administration will invest $12m to help the University of The Bahamas gain long-sought accreditations.
Davis: Public service workers salaries will be reviewed again
EVEN after compensation for public service workers increased by $35m this fiscal year, Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said “salaries are too low” in the sector, and the government will perform a salary review to boost wages.
Road Traffic Amendment to restrict licensing of vehicles with under six months valid insurance
INSURANCE policies that are valid for less than six months cannot be used to licence vehicles when amendments to the Road Traffic Act take effect on January 1, 2025.
Mixed reactions from Grand Bahama residents on govt proposal to buy the International Bazaar for $30m
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis’ announcement yesterday that the government will spend $30m to acquire the International Bazaar received mixed reactions from business people and residents of Grand Bahama.
Budget increases for 21 govt agencies, including $7m increase for consultancy
CONSULTANCY services fees in the Ministry of Finance will increase by 35 per cent in the next fiscal year.
FNM ‘underwhelmed and disappointed’ over PM’s budget communication
THE Free National Movement is underwhelmed and disappointed by Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis’ budget communication, with the party’s leader, Michael Pintard, calling it much worse than last year’s speech.
Scepticism greets Govt’s 1-1.5% deficit projection
Fiscal analysts and the Opposition yesterday voiced scepticism that the Government will hit its revised deficit target range of $146m-$219m for the current fiscal 2023-2024 fiscal year.
Budget short on 'changing status quo'
CHANGING the status quo was the big phrase in the Prime Minister’s Budget Communication – so much so that it was the headline when the Office of the Prime Minister posted the speech online later in the day.
Ceasefire is wishful thinking
Over the past week two columnists, Alicia Wallace and Peter Young have written about the war in Gaza.
National service is not a new thing
Haven’t gone through most of this day’s daily and something got my attention on page nine, under the theme “General election in Britain in July”.
Bushfire claim is not accurate
All Coral Harbour residents, including some Ministers, who he could have consulted and long-time residents will vouch year in year out the pine forest along the Coral Harbour Road catches afire
Wednesday, May 29
BUDGET COMMUNICATION 2024/2025: Key Budget measures
As he outlined key budget measures, Mr Davis underscored the 2024/2025 Budget has no new taxes, with some adjustments made to fees on government services where the cost of providing that service has increased.
BUDGET COMMUNICATION 2024/2025: Revenue Performance Highlights
As he turned to the Nine-Month Fiscal Performance for FY2023/24, Mr Davis says total revenue for the first three quarters of the 2023/2024 fiscal year amounted to $2.2bn.
Revenues ‘must do most of the work’ to hit deficit target
The Government’s “revenues will have to do most of the work” for it to hit an “ambitious” $131m full-year deficit target, with a major financial institution warning: “It all depends on the second half.”
Police move to enforce licences for commercial vehicle drivers
A Bahamian commercial driver’s school teamed with the police to reinforce the importance of heavy vehicle operators obtaining the necessary licence.
Gov’ts ‘ducks lined up’ on Black Point airport
The Deputy Prime Minister is urging Bahamians to exploit the $30m that will become available for farming, fisheries and other ventures post-June via the Bahamas Development Bank’s recapitalisation.
Port: Inflation’s worst over as profits 8% above target
Nassau’s main commercial shipping port yesterday said “the worst of the disruption” from COVID inflation and supply chain shocks is over with its $8.5m profit at end-March almost 8 percent ahead of target.
Insurer ‘very, very close’ on 55% Bahamas dependence
A Bahamian insurer says it is “very, very close” to hitting its goal of reducing its reliance on this nation to 55 percent of its property and casualty underwriting aggregates.
Implement Out Island tax retention, Gov’t is urged
Abaco’s Chamber of Commerce president yesterday urged that Business Licence rates for small farmers be slashed in today’s Budget and that Family Islands be allowed to retain a portion of their tax revenues.
GB Shipyard apprentices in three-month UK training
Sixteen Grand Bahama Shipyard apprentices have travelled to Liverpool in the UK to take part in three months of hands-on training as part of their education.
Renovation contract for historic Fort Fincastle Water Tower signed
THE historic 126ft Fort Finecastle Water Tower will be renovated for $3m after being inoperable for 22 years.
Former MP Wells admitted to hospital again
FORMER Cabinet minister Renward Wells was admitted to hospital yesterday.
Minnis made ‘cardinal’ errors as PM, says former FNM election coordinator
DR NIGEL Lewis, who former Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis appointed coordinator of the FNM’s 2021 general election campaign, is supporting Michael Pintard in the upcoming leadership race, claiming Dr Minnis made “cardinal” errors during his time as prime minister.
Fernander: Missing boy seen on CCTV as police still search
POLICE Commissioner Clayton Fernander said CCTV footage has revealed the whereabouts of Devin Isaacs, although the 16-year-old remains missing despite his family’s appeals for him to return home.
Officer on the run despite monitor
CHALLENGES electronically monitoring people on bail continue after the Davis administration selected a new company to perform the service, with authorities now searching for an ex-police officer they believe cut off his monitoring device.
Coach Tito Moss: We are always looking to improve
THE dust has now settled since the inaugural Red-Line Athletics Field Events Classic as well as the Youth Track Classic and coach Tito Moss voiced that the club is constantly looking to improve the delivery of these meets going forward.
Attorney attacks credibility of Rashae Gibson’s testimony
A TOP defence attorney attacked the credibility of Rashae Gibson yesterday as testimony continued in the criminal trial of Long Island MP Adrian Gibson and others.
Steven Gardiner in the win column
STEVEN Gardiner continued his unbeaten performance on his international campaign heading into the Olympic Games in Paris, France, this summer with another thrilling victory in the men’s 400 metres.
FTX Bahamas chief gets over seven years jail
The former head of FTX Bahamas did not receive “any brownie points for being a whistleblower” to local regulators as a New York judge yesterday sentenced him to seven-and-a-half years in prison.
CARIFTA Triathlon team announced
Following the completion of its Aquathon and Triathlon National Championships over the weekend, the Bahamas Triathlon Association has announced its team to represent the Bahamas at the 2024 Carifta Triathlon and Aquathlon Championships.
Tuesday, May 28
BFA: Draw set for Samuel P Haven soccer
The draw has been set and now it’s time to kick around the ball as the Bahamas Football Association moves its annual Samuel P. Haven National High School Soccer Nationals into its playoff and championship rounds this week. BFA technical director Bruce Swan conducted the draw yesterday at the BFA’s Beach Soccer facility at the foot of the Sir Sidney Poitier Bridge. He revealed that it was the first time the draw was done, which was similar to what FIFA does with its draw selection for their international events.
Oldtimers Softball: The Masqueraders rout Corner Boys 14-4, Rebels clobber Pros 18-8
THE New Providence Oldtimers Softball Association continued its regular season action over the weekend with a double header played at the Archdeacon William Thompson Softball Park, Southern Recreation Grounds. In a lopsided affair, the Masqueraders routed the Corner Boys 14-4, while the Rebels clobbered the Dozer Heavy Equipment Pros 18-8 in another blowout.
Ryan Salame, part of the 'inner circle' at collapsed crypto exchange FTX, sentenced to prison
A federal judge on Tuesday sentenced former FTX executive Ryan Salame to more than seven years in prison, the first of the lieutenants of failed cryptocurrency mogul Sam Bankman-Fried to receive jail time for their roles in the 2022 collapse of the cryptocurrency exchange.
Long-term Gov’t paper recovery two years out - but no bad thing
Demand for long-term Bahamas government debt is unlikely to recover until after a 2026 general election but that is not necessarily a bad outcome, a senior banker predicted yesterday.
Don’t ‘tax your way to success’, Gov’t urged
Businesses yesterday urged the Government not to “tax their way to success” in tomorrow’s 2024-2025 Budget, arguing: “There’s only so much you can wring out of a stone.”
PM demands OECD, EU join global tax treaty talks
The Prime Minister yesterday renewed his demand for the groups that have frequently blacklisted The Bahamas to “join forces with the United Nations” and develop a global tax treaty fair to all countries.
Chamber chair calls for ‘tax code simplification’
The Chamber of Commerce’s chairman yesterday urged the Government to “simplify the tax code” and ease of doing business as he identified discrepancies in Business Licence filing requirements.
Carnival ‘blown away’ by GB cruise port interest
Senior Carnival Cruise Line executives yesterday said they have been “blown away” by the interest Bahamian bidders have shown in the retail and dining concessions at its new Grand Bahama port.
Central Bank teams with private sector for digital payments drive
The Central Bank yesterday launched long-awaited campaign to drive increased use of digital and online banking services by Bahamian businesses and households.
‘We are all at risk’ over Abaco port uncertainty
Abaco’s Chamber of Commerce president is warning “we are all at risk” as she urged the Government to clarify if it has selected a private operator to take over Marsh Harbour’s commercial shipping port.
From surviving Dorian in Abaco to valedictorian of Brooklyn College
FROM surviving Hurricane Dorian to becoming the first black valedictorian of Brooklyn College, Rhema Mills’ story is not conventional or straightforward.
Cousin testifies Gibson said he felt ‘framed’
LONG Island MP Adrian Gibson reportedly believed his ex-fiancée framed and threw him “under the bus” by blaming alleged criminal activities at the Water and Sewerage Corporation on him.
‘Cut taxes’ plea from business
THE business community hopes Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis will reduce taxes, simplify the tax code and improve the ease of doing business when he reveals the budget for the next fiscal year on Wednesday, according to the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation (BCCEC) chairman Timothy Ingraham.
Airline ticket change fees waived for UB graduation
BAHAMASAIR will waive ticket change penalties for those travelling to New Providence for the University of The Bahamas’ upcoming graduation ceremony after changes in the time and location of the event prompted uproar from the graduating class.
Bastian retiring after 24 years as auditor general
TERRANCE Bastian is retiring as auditor general after 24 years in the position.
Teen pleads guilty to charge of wounding a man in Andros
A 17-year-old man was imprisoned yesterday after admitting to wounding someone in Andros earlier this week.
What are you snacking on?
Snacking. We all do it to some degree or another.
Sister Sister Breast Cancer Group’s new president reaffirms group’s commitment to the fight
IT’S been roughly three months since the passing of its long serving president Andrea Sweeting.
Need for harsher penalties
TO begin, I would like to express my complete agreement with the Bahamian people who advocate for stronger measures to combat the importation and possession of illegal weapons.
Criticism on hospital is selfish
THE recent announcement of the proposed Hospital in the Perpall Tract, Rock Crusher, Stapledon Gardens area brought out the most unimaginable silliest commentary and selfishness.
Denisha Cartwright pleased with her season
SHE was more than pleased with how her collegiate career ended, but Denisha Cartwright is now more than eager about what is to come as she gets set to venture into the professional ranks as a track and field athlete.
Veteran tennis player Marvin Rolle speaks out
VETERAN player/captain Marvin Rolle said he was willing to return as captain of the Bahamas men’s Davis Cup heading to Paraguay next month, but nothing was finalised with the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association.
LCIS names new head
Audrius Barzdukas has been selected as the new head of school at Lyford Cay International School (LCIS)
It all adds up at school contest
Students from 36 students from around The Bahamas competed in the SC McPherson Junior High School’s annual interschool mathematics competition.
Joining the year of the trees
Students from around the country participated in the Forestry Unit’s latest competition aimed at engaging students with the environment.
Monday, May 27
Records broken at Red-Line Youth Track Classic
THE third edition of the Red-Line Youth Track Classic brought out multiple record-breaking performances this past weekend at the original Thomas A Robinson Stadium. Division Scores The Hurry Murray track club rounded up victories in three out of eight divisions at the two-day meet and last club meet for the season. They won the under-7 division with a total of 52 points. The host club was second with 39 points and Speed Capacity Maximised finished third at 34 points.
Special Olympics Bahamas picks up three medals
SPECIAL Olympics Bahamas continues to excel in local, regional and international competition. Recently, athletes Colette Grant and Krystal Clarke travelled to the first Caribbean Regional Bocce Tournament, hosted by Special Olympics Cayman Islands in Grand Cayman at the Lions Centre, and racked up three medals in the process. The duo were joined by coach Cynthia Rolle and HOD Johneice Blyden over the weekend. Grant and Clarke teamed up in doubles action and ended with a bronze medal finish in the female doubles division (F2).
Sydney Clarke: ‘It’s a great way to get my professional career started after college’
SYDNEY Clarke, in launching her professional tennis career after graduating from the University of Arlington at Birmingham, is currently competing in the Herrner Tennis-Turnier um den St Elizabeth-Cup. The German club league runs for seven weeks and matches are played every Sunday. Clarke is playing as the top seed in both singles and doubles. “It’s a great way to get my professional career started after college,” Clarke said. “I got this opportunity to travel here to compete in the tournament and I’m glad that I did.”
Denisha Cartwright crowned double champion
In pulling down the curtain on what has been one of the most decorated collegiate performances at Minnesota State, Denisha Cartwright wrapped up her final appearance for the Mavericks on Saturday at the NCAA Division II Outdoor Track and Field Championships with some stellar accolades. At the Francis G Welsh Stadium in Emporia, Kansas State, Cartwright was crowned a double champion and a runner up in three of the four events she competed in to lead a host of Bahamians competing throughout the United States, including her new rival on the horizon on the professional ranks, in national record holder Devynne Charlton.
Mako Aquatics Club champions of CG Atlantic Invitational
THE Mako Aquatics Club emerged as the champions of the Barracudas’ ninth Annual CG Atlantic Medical Invitational over the weekend at the Betty Kelly Kenning Swim Complex. The two-day meet, staged on Friday and Saturday, was held in memory of the late coach Sue Coleby and featured clubs from New Providence and Grand Bahama. Mako, coached by Travano McPhee, accumulated a total of 1,372 points, holding the Barracudas, coached by Camron Bruney, who ended up second with 1,115 points.
Pintard: ‘Moment of truth’ on new FTX accusations
The Opposition’s leader last night warned that The Bahamas’ reputation as an international financial and business centre is in danger if the latest FTX claims are not investigated as “a matter of urgency”.
Gov’t may give up ‘bit’ of taxes for gas margin rise
The Bahamas Petroleum Retailers Association’s (BPRA) vice-president yesterday revealed the Government may give up “a bit” of its gasoline tax revenues to facilitate a margin increase for dealers.
$256m FTX properties to ‘hit market within 30 days’
FTX’s $256m Bahamian property empire is set to “hit the market within the next 30 days” after five to seven local realtors were selected to handle their disposal.
Developer to unleash $1bn in properties over 5-6 years
A Bahamian developer is aiming to unleash $1bn in new real estate within the next five to six years as it likened this nation’s high-end property market to Long Island’s upscale Hamptons community.
What is cultural maintenance and can it fortify the future for young Bahamians?
YOUTH Ambassador Jervon Sands writes the first in a series of articles speaking to young Bahamians, talking about issues that affect the country. He starts by looking at the idea of cultural maintenance - and what that means for Bahamians.
SIR RONALD SANDERS: From COP to courtroom: ITLOS sets new precedents for climate accountability
ON May 21, 2024, the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) delivered its Advisory Opinion on climate change and international law, in a case led by two courageous leaders of Small Island States, Prime Minister Gaston Browne of Antigua and Barbuda and former Prime Minister Kausea Natano of Tuvalu.
THE KDK REPORT: A split second, part one
THERE are days when life is so full of splendor and majesty that you can’t stop smiling. Consequently, like two halves of a coin, the inverse can also be true because light and dark co-exist on an ever-present basis. And, on the days when life feels dark and devoid of joy, time virtually stops. In the worst of circumstances, the grief is all-consuming. In the space where on a good day there would be happiness, there is only emptiness and it feels like it will last forever.
Minnis faces a defining week for his future
THE FNM convention is almost upon us – by this time next week, it will all be over and we will know if Michael Pintard has been confirmed as the returning leader or if Dr Hubert Minnis has won what looks at this stage like a very unlikely victory.
$1.2m centre for wellness launched
GOVERNMENT officials, members of the business and medical community, friends and well-wishers gathered for the grand opening of Dynamic Healing Wellness Centre on Baha Mar Boulevard on Friday, the official ribbon-cutting of the $1.2m chiropractic and physical therapy facility.
Valley Boys counter ‘Way Forward’ claim
AN apparent division has emerged in the Valley Boys Junkanoo organisation.
Woman dies on flight to Exuma
A 49-year-old woman died of natural causes on a Bahamasair flight from New Providence to Exuma yesterday, according to police.
Optimism over plans for renewable energy
STAKEHOLDERS in the renewable energy sector are cautiously optimistic about the government’s plans to move towards cleaner fuels for power generation, particularly solar, as Attorney General Ryan Pinder revealed earlier this month they are reviewing requests for proposals (RFP) for solar panel projects on the family islands.
Minnis campaign says processes 'unfair' ahead of convention
THE campaign to elect Dr Hubert Minnis as leader of the FNM has made a number of allegations - including an unfair process and breaches of the party’s constitution.
FTX properties up for sale in next month
FTX’s $256m Bahamian property empire is set to “hit the market within the next 30 days” after five to seven local realtors were selected to handle their disposal.
Minnis: I'm not quitting race
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis is unfazed by the number of his former Cabinet colleagues endorsing Michael Pintard in the upcoming Free National Movement leadership race and insisted he will contest the race despite unfounded rumours that he was considering dropping out.
Halkitis: Govt committed to avoiding tax increases
THE Davis administration will present its budget for the next fiscal year this week, and Economic Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis says the administration is maintaining its commitment to not raising taxes.
Saturday, May 25
Man stabbed at service station
Police have launched an investigation after a 25-year-old man was stabbed multiple times at a service station on Tonique Williams-Darling Highway.
OPM to monitor FTX donation claims
The Office of the Prime Minister will continue to monitor allegations that FTX and its former CEO Sam Bankman-Fried paid $675,000 to entities affiliated with high-ranking Bahamian government officials and their families.
Govt hopeful for compromise with fuel retailers
ECONOMIC Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis said officials are hopeful they will be able to announce a solution or compromise with fuel retailers over the next few weeks.
Missing boy found in Eleuthera
A 13-year-old boy who had been missing for more than a week in Eleuthera was found alive and in good health by police on Friday.
Friday, May 24
Talks to save 20 CIBC jobs ‘look prosperous’
A union leader last night said efforts to secure new jobs for around 20 CIBC Caribbean staff are “looking prosperous” as the bank moves to shutter its Bahamas call centre by next month.
DEPP chief: CEC permit needed ‘no matter what’
The Government’s top environmental official yesterday said a key approval is required “no matter what” amid fears this will “roadblock” $24m worth of Hope Town construction projects.
Minister ‘cautiously optimistic’ over $900m carbon credits
A Cabinet minister yesterday said the Government is “cautiously optimistic” that The Bahamas could earn $900m per year from monetising its seagrass and mangrove carbon sinks.
Budget must ‘move needle’ on creditworthiness, growth
The upcoming Budget must focus on “moving the needle” on The Bahamas’ access to affordable foreign currency financing and higher economic growth, a governance specialist urged yesterday.
Pintard: Membership and morale improved after Minnis stepped down
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard said his party’s membership and morale have significantly increased since Dr Hubert Minnis stepped down as leader.
Changes to UB graduation location upsets graduates
SUDDEN changes to the University of The Bahamas’ upcoming graduation ceremony prompted frustration and anger from graduates yesterday.
‘No more than five’ RBDF officers going to Haiti
ROYAL Bahamas Defence Force Commodore Raymond King said he expects “no more than five members” of the force to be sent to Haiti to help with peacekeeping efforts as part of an international team.
More FNM members throw support behind incumbent leader Pintard
MORE members of the Free National Movement who former Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis appointed to Cabinet threw their support behind Michael Pintard yesterday ahead of the upcoming one-day convention.
Mom accused of failure to report abuse of her child
A MOTHER was remanded in custody yesterday after she was accused of failing to report the molestation of her daughter earlier this month.
FTX’s $675k link to govt officials
FTX and its jailed founder, Sam Bankman-Fried, paid $675,000 to “entities affiliated with high-ranking Bahamian government officials and their families”, it was revealed yesterday.
Man killed in Bernard Rd shooting
A man was killed in a shooting incident off Bernard Road last night.
David Watson makes his breakthrough in ‘Hyrox’
THE Bahamas has had representation in just about every sport you could imagine.
‘Tum Tum’ promoted
While he’s preparing to play for the Bahamas men’s national team in the Olympic Qualifier in July, Lourawls ‘Tum Tum’ Nairn Jr is getting used to his new role as the associate head coach for the Bowling Green State Falcons men’s basketball team.
Halkitis: Bahamas can monetise blue carbon credits from its seagrass
ECONOMIC Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis said The Bahamas could monetise blue carbon credits from its seagrass by the end of 2025.
Betty K warning over fake website
A BAHAMIAN shipping company has been targeted by fraudsters - with a fake website set up to try to fool customers.
Man admitting to having a gun with silencer gets two years jail
A 22-year-old man was sentenced to two years in prison yesterday after admitting to having a gun with a silencer and 65 rounds of ammunition earlier this month.
‘Big Daddy’ prostate cancer screening initiative launched in Cat Island
A PROSTATE screening initiative was launched in Cat Island on May 18.
Thursday, May 23
Woman accused of stealing over $300 from employer
A WOMAN’s police bail was extended yesterday after she was accused of stealing over $300 while working as a server at a fast food restaurant earlier this month.
Drop ‘old-style politics’ to improve fiscal credibility
The Government must not “hold its cards close to its chest” if it knows it will miss this year’s $131m fiscal deficit target by a significant margin, a senior Bahamian banker warned yesterday.
‘Dirty power’ danger worsens Superwash’s 47.5% cost hike
Superwash’s principal yesterday asserted that the “dirty power” produced in The Bahamas is just as great a threat to business stability as last year’s 47.5 percent increase in electricity costs.
Prosecutors attack FTX Bahamas chief’s claim to be ‘whistleblower’
US prosecutors have downplayed the whistleblower role performed by FTX’s former Bahamas head in demanding that he be sentenced to up to seven years’ in prison.
DEPP ‘roadblock’ fear over $24m in projects
More than $24m worth of development and construction projects targeted at Hope Town have been placed on hold due to the creation of a “major roadblock” in the approval and permitting process.
Minnis snubbed by his former Cabinet
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis has little public support from the people he led in Cabinet ahead of the FNM’s one-day convention next month, with most people he appointed to executive roles telling The Tribune they support Michael Pintard for leader.
Court finds man guilty on threats to kill PM Davis
CHIEF Magistrate Roberto Reckley ruled yesterday that Isaac Roberts, 21, was guilty of threatening to kill Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis in February 2023.
We’re not there yet’ on recreational marijuana
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said his administration decided now is not the appropriate time for facilitating some recreational use of cannabis, saying the only focus is legalising marijuana for medicinal and religious purposes.
Hamilton death ruled suicide by police
A PATHOLOGIST determined that Destiny Hamilton, 27, an influencer, found dead in Abaco with a laceration to her wrist, committed suicide, ending some questions about her death.
PM promises BPL solution in ‘next two weeks or so’
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis urged residents to be patient after Bahamas Power and Light’s (BPL) load-shedding exercises left thousands without electricity.
Man charged with stealing car remanded without bail
A MAN was denied bail yesterday after he was accused of stealing a car on Robinson Road over the holiday weekend.
Man accused of causing harm and threatening an officer
A MAN was granted bail yesterday after being accused of injuring another person and threatening an officer over the holiday weekend.
STATESIDE: NAACP calls for DOJ to show commitment to racial equity by pardoning Marilyn Mosby
FORMER American football star O J Simpson’s death seven weeks ago reminded observers of a significant aspect of his 1994 trial on murder charges.
‘We got nothing, we are forgotten,’ says a survivor of the HMBS Flamingo sinking
YEARS after Cuban military jet fighters attacked the HMBS Flamingo, stirring national unity among Bahamians, some Royal Bahamas Defence Force survivors believe they have not been sufficiently recognised and are disappointed about not being compensated for what happened.
$9,000 missing after police search home, woman claims
AN Ethiopian woman who became a naturalised citizen after marrying a Bahamian claimed that after police mistakenly searched her Marathon Estates home for drugs and firearms last week, $9,000 went missing from her house.
Harbour traffic needs monitoring
Once again I am concerned about the state of the Nassau Harbour.
The FNM needs Doc as leader
The Progressive Liberal Party government is a mess.
Five students receive AI technology scholarship for KAUST in Saudi Arabia
Five stellar students of the University of The Bahamas were awarded a full scholarship to attend a summer course on Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia.
Security firm calls for more protection after two guards shot in armed robbery
PEOPLE who work for security firms have differing views on what the daylight armed robbery in Palmdale on Tuesday means about the adequacy of their protocols and procedures.
Teams advance in high school soccer nationals
Three teams kept their quest of winning the 2024 Samuel P Haven Jr High School Soccer Nationals alive yesterday at Roscow A L Davies Soccer Field while another trio of teams were eliminated from the tournament.
BLTA names Davis, Billie Jean King Cup teams
THE Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) has named its 2024 Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup (BJKC) teams.
‘JJ’ is the fastest player in WNBA history to grab 2,000 rebounds, make 250 3s
JONQUEL ‘JJ’ Jones already has a long list of notable career accolades and she recently added one more during the New York Liberty’s recent four-game winning streak.
Kraschanda qualifies for powerlifting nationals
POWERLIFTING is not the most popular sport in The Bahamas by any means but that has not stopped Bahamian powerlifter Kraschanda Oliver from carving out her own path to success.
Paul de Souza is ILCA Bahamas Open National Champion 2024
IN a competitive mixed fleet of 28 sailors, defending champion Paul de Souza - head coach at the Bahamas National Sailing School - was crowned the ILCA Bahamas National Champion 2024.
FRONT PORCH: Our vibrant and well-tested Parliamentary democracy
Sociologically and biologically, humans are tribal by nature.
Teen gets three-year sentence for gun and ammo possession
A nineteen-year-old youth was sentenced to three years in prison yesterday after admitting to having a loaded gun last Friday.
Wednesday, May 22
Man dies on board boat at sea
A man has died after being found unresponsive on a pleasure vessel.
Norius and wife take stage in New York, don’t make finals
JIMMY Norius said he and his wife Serena Norius had a little more competition than they anticipated this weekend in New York.
PMH blood bank’s new location commissioned
PRINCESS Margaret Hospital’s blood bank has been relocated to 1st Terrace off Collins Avenue.
Mangrove Cay, Eleuthera hit by weekend BPL woes
Regulators yesterday said they are seeking to gain “a deeper understanding” of what caused Bahamas Power & Light’s (BPL) holiday weekend woes that were not confined just to New Providence.
Gov’t sticks to fiscal target as $215m FDI beats pre-COVID
The Government says foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows are now “substantially” above pre-COVID trends at $215m while sticking to its original target of slashing this year’s fiscal deficit by 75 percent.
Pharmacy sector at odds over medical marijuana
THE body that regulates the Bahamian pharmaceutical industry yesterday appeared at odds with the association that represents its members over how widely the latter was consulted on the marijuana reforms.
Pintard: Disclose study on whether BPL violated law
The Opposition’s leader yesterday demanded that regulators publicly disclose the results of an upcoming study into whether Bahamas Power & Light’s (BPL) massive fuel charge hikes broke the law.
Bran slams ‘absurdity’ of medical marijuana plans
The Democratic National Alliance’s (DNA) ex-leader yesterday slammed planned legal reforms for the distribution of medical marijuana as “an absurdity” and warned they could endanger patient lives.
Baha Mar hosts its second annual golf invitational for charity
BAHA Mar hosted its second annual golf invitational for charity over the holiday weekend, netting nearly $200,000.
Bahamian equestrians bring home medals after final leg of the Grand Caraibe tour
BAHAMIAN equestrian athletes Katerina Coello, Sienna Tinker and Erika Adderley made a strong showing in the final leg of the 2024 Grand Caraibe Tour, bringing home broad smiles and a fistful of medals and awards.
Employee of GB Power company electrocuted
A 55-year-old employee at the Grand Bahama Power Company suffered severe burns after being electrocuted on the job yesterday afternoon.
Man charged with rape after home ‘invasion’
A 22-year-old man was imprisoned yesterday after being accused of sexually assaulting a woman during a home invasion in Eleuthera last week.
Fernander defends police response into missing 16-year-old Devin Isaacs
POLICE Commissioner Clayton Fernander defended investigations into the disappearance of Devin Isaacs, 16, after the teen’s mother criticised authorities for sending a Marco’s Alert four days after he was reported missing.
Two men shot at Palmdale shopping plaza
TWO security officers were shot in broad daylight during an armed robbery in the Palmdale area, with Police Commissioner Clayton Fernander condemning the “bold” attack.
Murders up by 13%
POLICE Commissioner Clayton Fernander said murders are up 13 per cent compared to the same period last year, and police will review its crime-fighting strategies and beef up patrols to clamp down on gun violence.
ALICIA WALLACE: Bahamian politics a race to the bottom
IT looks like we are in for another race to the bottom.
How long must we 'stand by', commissioner?
POLICE Commissioner Clayton Fernander was in front of the cameras yesterday as he announced that murders were up 13 percent compared to last year – and soon after he was on the ground at another shooting scene with two men injured at Palmdale Plaza.
Five years jail for Man who admits to having 15 guns and $300k of marijuana
A MAN was sentenced to five years in prison after admitting to having 15 firearms and more than $300,000 worth of marijuana in his home on Sandilands Village Road last week.
Darville: Cannabis Bill ‘a good start’ with potential further discussions
HEALTH and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville defended the legislation the Davis administration tabled last week to create a cannabis regime, insisting the bills are a “good start” and that further consultation is possible.
Veteran cyclist Jay Major overall winner of Lucozade Sprint Classic
THE New Providence Cycling Association held its Lucozade Sprint Classic No.2 on Sunday at the Clifton Heritage Park.
Major Jr withdraws from Davis Cup team
One day after earning his way on the Davis Cup team at the final trials over the weekend, veteran Kevin ‘KJ’ Major Jr has decided to withdraw his spot for several reasons.
Two men rescued from disabled boat near Samana Cay by US Coast Guard
TWO people have been rescued from a disabled vessel off the coast of Samana Cay.
BPL: Multiple power outages yesterday the result of thunderstorm activity
PARTS of eastern New Providence were left without power yesterday because of severe lightning conditions.
AI chatbot will ‘recall’ everything you do on a PC
Microsoft wants laptop users to get so comfortable with its artificial intelligence chatbot that it will remember everything you’re doing on your computer and help figure out what you want to do next.
Importance of financial controls
In today’s dynamic economic landscape, where financial risks and regulatory requirements are constantly evolving, robust financial governance is essential for sustainable growth and credibility.
Plight of women and children
How long the abuse of women and children has existed on the planet; hundred years, five, thousand… always been there.
Five-star Banyan Tree in Bimini project’s revival
A five-star resort brand will manage the hotel and rental programme for a multi-million dollar development targeted at Bimini, it was revealed yesterday.
BTC readies to consolidate mobile network to 4G only
The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) yesterday unveiled plans to improve its mobile network by consolidating all spectrum used by consumers into 4G (fourth generation) technology.
Water Corp completes Prince Charles repairs
The Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) yesterday confirmed it has completed repairs to the ruptured main water line on Prince Charles Drive that left hundreds without water at the weekend.
Provider’s digital solution to staying NIB compliant
Bahamian companies should employ digital and human resources software to ensure they stay compliant with National Insurance Board (NIB) obligations, IT executives are urging.
Goombay Punch Cup makes major waves in sailing
CARIBBEAN Bottling Company (CBC), local producers of Coca-Cola and Dasani products, is involved in many community service initiatives throughout various sectors of The Bahamas.
Kingsway junior girls have perfect season, win volleyball title
THE Kingsway Academy Saints junior girls completed a perfect season by winning the Bahamas Association of Independent Secondary Schools volleyball title last week over Lyford Cay International.
Woman accused of causing harm at restaurant
A WOMAN was granted bail yesterday after she was accused of injuring a person at a restaurant on East Street South last week.
Woman accused of stealing $90k from man she worked for granted $50k bail
A WOMAN was granted $50,000 bail yesterday after she allegedly stole $90,000 from a man’s bank account over a period of nine months last year.
Tuesday, May 21
Two rescued from drifting boat
TWO people have been rescued from a disabled vessel off the coast of Samana Cay.
Another year and the story stays the same with BPL
THERE were more than a few sighs of frustration at the weekend, as once again the country was hit by load shedding.
FNM had ‘legacy debts we met in place’ says Pintard
FREE National Movement (FNM) leader Michael Pintard said his predecessor, Dr Hubert Minnis, left behind debts that the party is still paying off, insisting that under his leadership, “we don’t plan to leave bills for anybody”.
BREAKING: DEPP confirms Adelaide wetlands fuel spill
The Department of Environmental Planning and Protection (DEPP) is working to contain fuel in the wetland area at Adelaide today.
Former Chief Justice Cyril Fountain remembered
FRIENDS and relatives are mourning the death of former Chief Justice Sir Cyril Fountain.
Mother upset over delayed Marco Alert for son
TASHANA Thompson fears her 16-year-old son, who went missing on Thursday, is in trouble.
Inquest jury dismissed for ‘inappropriate behaviour’
THE jury in the inquest of the 2017 police-involved killing of Aliko Collins, 21, was dismissed on Friday after exhibiting what was deemed to be “inappropriate” behaviour during an officer’s testimony.
Pintard and Minnis share their plans at competing events
THE contenders for the Free National Movement’s top post held duelling events on Friday ahead of the party’s convention, discussing their plans and policies for the country.
Resort saw decline after crime advisories says Baha Mar chief
BAHA MAR president Graeme Davis said his resort saw a decline in guests after a US travel advisory in January but has experienced growth overall compared to last year.
BPL: Load demands are unprecedented
THOUSANDS of homes in New Providence were left in the dark for hours over the weekend as Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) struggled with “unprecedented” demand at this time of year.
Appeal to give and help end hunger
TRYING to end hunger is like trying to hold the wind in the palm of your hand. But if we can’t end it, we can ease the pain of those who suffer.
Sir Cyril was a role model
It is with deepest regret and immeasurable sadness that I learned of the death of Sir Cyril, a mentor and role model to countless aspiring lawyers and judges
In memory of Sir Cyril Fountain
IT is with sadness that I learned of the passing of Sir Cyril Fountain, noted Bahamian lawyer, former member of Parliament.
GB businessman’s 13-room residence destroyed in Sunday afternoon blaze
FIRE destroyed a 13-room residence in the Windsor Park Subdivision in Grand Bahama on Sunday afternoon, displacing a well-known businessman and tour operator.
Monday, May 20
Hail falls in Grand Bahama
HAIL fell over Grand Bahama on Sunday as The Bahamas experienced fluctuating weather.
Driver hunted after fatal hit and run
POLICE are hunting for a hit-and-run driver who left a 29-year-old man dead in an early morning crash on Saturday.
Ministry opens new office in Freeport
The Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Culture opened a new office space in the Regent Center in downtown Freeport this week.
Friday, May 17
National Crime Intelligence Act to be amended for new technology
ATTORNEY General Ryan Pinder revealed at Thursday’s Senate meeting that the government plans to amend the National Crime Intelligence Act to improve the legislative framework related to the intelligence aspect of combatting crime in the country.
Department of Labour 'give back' to job seekers
AS many as 100 people are visiting the Department of Labour daily in search of employment, according to a senior manager.
BREEF hosts public snorkel event for World Oceans Day
AS World Ocean Day is coming up on June 8, the Bahamas Reef Environmental Educational Foundation (BREEF) is raising awareness of the dangerous impact of climate change on the ocean.
Gymnast Kia Bazard captures the regional title
After dominating the Florida State Gymnastics Championships in Lakeland, Florida in April, Bahamian Kia Bazard came back this month and extended her winning streak at the 2024 Region 8 Xcel Championships in Greenville, South Carolina.
Insurer eyes ‘beyond Caribbean’ expansion despite $3m profit fall
A Bahamian insurer yesterday revealed it is targeting expansion beyond the Caribbean after overcoming a more than $3m net income drop as catastrophe costs “increased over 50 percent”.
Pharmacist chief hits out on ‘catastrophic’ marijuana Bills
The Bahamas Pharmaceutical Association’s (BPA) president yesterday accused the Government of making “catastrophic changes” via the medical marijuana Bills that will cause the profession’s “downfall”.
Marijuana co-chair’s fear on enforcement ‘black market’
The co-chair of the Government-appointed commission that examined legalising medical marijuana yesterday voiced fears that weak enforcement could spur creation of “a black market”.
FTX Bahamas creditors given claims extension
FTX’s Bahamian liquidators have told creditors that they will likely have an extra 10-12 weeks until at least end-July to submit proof of what the imploded crypto exchange owes them.
‘Do not get involved in unnecessary conflicts,’ warns CSP Skippings
AHEAD of Carnival weekend, Chief Superintendent of Police Chrislyn Skippings warned people not to get involved in “unnecessary conflicts,” emphasising that police presence will be felt during the events.
Officer who shot Collins testifies he thought he was ‘dead man’
THE officer who killed Aliko Collins testified during a Coroner’s Court inquest that he thought he was a “dead man” because Collins allegedly cornered and pulled a gun on him while he was on a walk in Pinewood Gardens in 2017.
Rastafarians unhappy over fee for cannabis licences
RASTAFARIANS are unhappy about being required to pay for cannabis licenses, and marijuana advocates believe the Davis administration is letting the black market for marijuana flourish by not comprehensively addressing the recreational use of the drug.
‘There’s no hospital without physicians”
More than half of surveyed doctors feel the new $290m hospital is not “fiscally sound”, the Medical Association of The Bahamas (MAB) president said yesterday, as she warned: “There’s no hospital without the physicians.”
Mother of suspected suicide victim speaks out
THE mother of Destiny Hamilton, an Instagram influencer found dead in Abaco with a laceration to her wrist, said “unauthorised statements” have been made about her daughter.
Two shot while in a vehicle on Ferguson Street, one man dead
A 22-year-old man on bail was murdered yesterday, the 51st murder of the year.
Lightning strike at School in GB Sends students to hospital
EIGHT students and a teacher were taken to the Rand Memorial Hospital yesterday after lightning struck the Bishop Michael Eldon School.
‘Abuser stalking me from prison’
TWO years after a video of Petra Curry’s boyfriend running her over with his car while she held their daughter went viral, Ms Curry said she and her children are still suffering the consequences of the attempted murder –– and her abuser is allegedly still contacting her from jail.
American man charged with indecent exposure
AN AMERICAN man was denied bail yesterday after he was accused of indecently assaulting and exposing himself to a woman earlier this week.
American man charged with indecent exposure
AN AMERICAN man was denied bail yesterday after he was accused of indecently assaulting and exposing himself to a woman earlier this week.
Islandwide Cabling celebrates 10 years by donating to 10 charities
ISLANDWIDE Cabling and Consulting Services celebrating the company’s 10th anniversary yesterday by continuing to donate to local charities.
Pinder: New firearm bill will be ‘all-encompassing’
ATTORNEY General Ryan Pinder said government would introduce a new Firearms Act to target untraceable firearms and 3D guns, require routine inspection of guns for those licensed to have them and provide greater detail about which guns are prohibited.
Three teens charged over the murder last weekend of two teenage boys
THREE teenage boys were sent to jail yesterday after they were accused of two separate murders in New Providence this month.
Man accused of unlawful sex with teen girl
A 36-year-old man was imprisoned yesterday accused of molesting a 15-year-old girl last Sunday.
Sixteen GB students complete Youth Environmental Ambassadors Programme
Sixteen students in Grand Bahama completed the Youth Environmental Ambassadors (YEA) program, which aims “to cultivate a generation of eco-warriors.”
Wrestler Shannon Hanna II ranked 14th at last chance Olympic qualifier
SHANNON Hanna II had one last chance to try and book a trip to France for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games but he came up short at the World Olympic qualifier in Istanbul, Turkey, last weekend.
KENT BAZARD: Deciphering the Complexity of Sports Hernia
IN the intricate tapestry of sports-related injuries, few conditions present as vexing a challenge as the enigmatic sports hernia.
Serena and Jimmy Norius are competing together
AFTER Serena Norius earned her professional bodybuilding card last year, she is finally getting to compete on the same international stage with her husband, Jimmy Norius.
Jaydian Smith making his presence felt in Taiwan
JAYDIAN Smith could have easily stayed in the United States and made his presence felt at the collegiate level.
Thursday, May 16
Monatgue will miss Jessie Emmanuel
A special memorial service was held at the Montagu Beach and Park for Mr Jessie Emmanuel in front of the Fort where he sat each morning.
Bahamian whistleblower survives latest strike-out
A Bahamian whistleblower and his 11,000 e-mail haul this week survived the latest bid by a former Nassau-based broker/dealer’s principal to have them struck out as trial evidence.
Auto H & L borrowers hit by excess interest
Several thousand Bahamians may have been over-charged interest on loans issued by one of this nation’s largest used car dealers, it was revealed yesterday.
Bahamians defend local FTX’s former principal
Multiple Bahamians have praised the good character of FTX’s former local head in supporting his plea that he receive a jail term “of no more than 18 months” for violating US law.
Man’s body found in unfinished building in GB
GRAND Bahama recorded its second murder for the year when the body of a man wearing an ankle bracelet was found in a remote area of a Lucaya Subdivision on Wednesday morning.
Are ‘naysayers’ aware of the state of healthcare in Nassau, asks Davis
AFTER many residents packed a town hall on Tuesday to oppose the Davis administration’s plans for a new hospital, Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis asked yesterday if “naysayers” are aware of the struggling state of healthcare infrastructure in New Providence.
‘Palestinian state recognition should have been discussed‘
ST ANNE’S MP Adrian White criticised the Davis administration’s approach to recognising Palestine as a sovereign state, saying a national discussion should have preceded its decision.
Marijuana bills tabled
THE Bahamas moved closer to legalising cannabis for medical and religious use while decriminalising possession of small amounts of marijuana yesterday when the Davis administration tabled a long-awaited compendium of bills in the House of Assembly.
Someone, be honest with Minnis
The photos told the story. Recent photos in the print media showed Michael Pintard flanked by high ranking officials and other members of the FNM, which was clearly not the case for the Minnis’ team.
In memory of an iconic Bahamian
It is with great sadness and sincere sympathy that I write this tribute to one of our most renowned and iconic Bahamian sons, A Loftus Roker.
American woman admits to assaulting two police and a Breezes Resort guest
AN American tourist was fined yesterday after admitting to assaulting two police officers and a guest at Breezes Resort this week.
Over 100 people apply to have their police record expunged at job fair
OVER 100 people at a job fair on Saturday applied to have minor criminal offences expunged from their police records, surprising officials who did not expect such numbers.
Darville: Mechanical issues at Bimini morgue are being addressed
AFTER a Bahamian complained that the morgue in Bimini keeping his father’s body was not functional, Health and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville said yesterday that mechanical issues at the facility are being addressed.
Laroda says his ministry is working to support and strengthen troubled families
SOCIAL Services Minister Myles Laroda said his ministry is working to support families facing hard times.
Cannabis Bill tabled, but has cost been counted?
IT has taken a long time – but the bills to deal with the decriminalisation of marijuana, and to allow medical marijuana were tabled in the House of Assembly yesterday.
Govt to sell Crown land to facilitate building of health facility in Abaco
A NEW medical centre will be constructed on Abaco, a move officials say will help expand healthcare services on the island.
Pathologist testifies Collins died of a single gunshot to the head
A FORENSIC pathologist said in the Coroner’s Court yesterday that Aliko Collins, a man police killed in 2017, died from a single gunshot wound to the head.
Man gets bail on charge of marijuana possession
A MAN was granted bail yesterday after he was accused of having dangerous drugs earlier this week.
Man admits to housebreaking gets 18 months jail
A MAN was sentenced to 18 months in prison yesterday after he admitted to a housebreaking in Pinewood Gardens last week.
FRONT PORCH: The delusions of political power
THOSE entranced by political power alternately amuse, frustrate, perplex and infuriate.
All-white Pentecost Prayer Parade this Sunday seeks to “Heal the Land”
THE streets will be painted white this coming Sunday as churches across New Providence convene in solidarity and a spirit of worship for the second all-white Pentecost Prayer Parade.
“I don’t write songs, I hear Heaven” - Up-and-coming gospel artist finds success with first single
She has always been a worshipper at heart, so it was only natural for Frankelle Outten to choose the genre of gospel when she decided to become a singer.
Elite Ballers secure first NPWBA title
THE Elite Ballers deserve all of their flowers after finishing off the Foxxy Defenders 78-60 in what was a battle of the generations for the New Providence Women’s Basketball Association (NPWBA) championship hardware.
GSSSA senior soccer teams advance to finals
FOUR Government Secondary School Sports Association (GSSSA) senior soccer teams are finals bound after emerging victorious in the sudden death playoffs yesterday at Roscow AL Davies Soccer Field.
Frank ‘Pancho’ Rahming Primary School Track & Field Nationals set for May 21-23
THE Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture in conjunction with the Ministry of Education have officially launched the Frank “Pancho” Rahming Primary School Track and Field Nationals slated for May 21-23 at the original Thomas A Robinson Stadium.
Wednesday, May 15
Pintard: Spending watchdog to target multiple concerns
The Opposition’s leader yesterday said Parliament’s spending watchdog is seeking answers to a “range of issues” involving Bahamas Power & Light (BPL), sporting event cost overruns and a $250m IMF loan.
'Historic' medical marijuana bills tabled in Parliament
Health and Wellness minister Dr Michael Darville tabled a compendium of bills to establish a legal medical marijuana industry in the House of Assembly today.
Jazz and Miami Marlins run away with 1-0 win over Detroit Tigers
Jesús Sánchez drove in Bryan De La Cruz with a 10th-inning groundout, and the Miami Marlins beat the Detroit Tigers 1-0 on Tuesday night.
Downtown businesses in 14-day sidewalk sign removal warning
Businesses in downtown Nassau have been given 14 days to remove all sidewalk signs because they obstruct pedestrian traffic and violate building codes.
Aviation ‘didn’t cut off our nose to spite face’ in fire
The Bahamian aviation industry worked feverishly to ensure “we didn’t cut off our nose to spite our face” amid yesterday’s temporary fire-enforced fight suspension at Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA).
Contractor chief: ‘Negotiate harder’ over $290m hospital
The Government was yesterday urged to “negotiate harder” to ensure the $290m hospital’s lead contractor is Bahamian amid fears that reliance on Chinese financing “always puts locals at a disadvantage”.
Sale mulled for ‘crown jewel’ of Great Exuma
A sale is being explored for a development described as “the crown jewel of Great Exuma” but which has “stagnated” over the past decade and failed to live up to its promise.
Christie: Roker was a ‘law and order’ person
FORMER Prime Minister Perry Christie remembered the late Loftus Roker as a “law and order person” known for his commitment to “protecting and preserving” The Bahamas.
FNM’s upset as constituency elections are postponed
AS the Free National Movement’s convention nears, more concerns have been raised about the fairness of the process, this time from members of the party’s Fox Hill constituency association.
Smoke from Coral Harbour fire halts flights at LPIA for nearly two hours
A FOREST fire in Coral Harbour caused temporary flight disruptions at the Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) and power interruptions across western New Providence yesterday.
Court awards almost $300k after company driver hit man
GOLF Stream Food Services Limited has been ordered to pay a man $221,000 in damages and $50,000 in costs after its driver struck him in 2016.
Residents concerned over $290m hospital
DOZENS of residents voiced their opposition to the construction of a $290m hospital at New Providence Highway during a rowdy town hall meeting yesterday.
Man shot dead while out on bail in GB
Police have launched an investigation after the body of a man was discovered at a house under construction in Grand Bahama this morning.
Man accused of setting fire to a vehicle causing $3k damage
A MAN was taken into custody accused of vehicle arson in New Providence last month.
Four teams ‘in the hunt’ for GSSSA soccer title
Four teams remain in the hunt for the 2024 Government Secondary Schools Sports Association (GSSSA) junior girls and boys soccer championships.
Joanna Evans’ suspension increased to four years
BAHAMIAN two-time Olympian Joanna Evans took to social media on Monday to voice her grievances with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) after her initial two-year doping ban from the sport was doubled to four years following her attempt to appeal the decision through the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS).
Get ready for Samuel P. Haven Jr High Schools Soccer Nationals next week
GET ready for the Ministry of Education, Technical and Vocational Training’s sixth Samuel P. Haven Jr High Schools Soccer Nationals next week at the Roscoe Davies Developmental Center at the Baillou Hills Sporting Complex.
Police testify Collins was a suspect, but friends say he had no gun when he was shot
AN officer testified that Aliko Collins was a suspect in an attempted kidnapping of a woman on Cowpen Road just before he was shot and killed by an off-duty officer in Pinewood Gardens in 2017.
Gov’t awards 43 sustainable food grants
Forty-three fishermen and farmers have been presented with sustainable food grants by a variety of government agencies.
Freeport Business Expo attracts 400 attendees
The Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) says its Freeport Business Expo 2024 attracted more than 40 exhibitors and 400 attendees earlier this month.
Man charged for attacking another man using a screwdriver granted $5k bail
A MAN was granted $5,000 bail yesterday after being accused of attacking a man with a screwdriver at a bar in Nassau Village last August.
Man accused of breaking into two Bay St shops
A MAN was denied bail yesterday after he was accused of breaking into two stores on Bay Street last week.
Police seize $400k of Marijuana, three men held
THREE Bahamians are in police custody following the seizure of more than $400,000 worth of suspected marijuana during a drug bust in Grand Bahama.
ALICIA WALLACE: You are not alone, reach out for help
MAY is Mental Health Awareness Month and it meets us at a time of frequent suicide and attempted suicide reports.
Google unleashes AI in search
Google on Tuesday rolled out a retooled search engine that will frequently favor responses crafted by artificial intelligence over website links, a shift promising to quicken the quest for information while also potentially disrupting the flow of money-making internet traffic.
Tiktok creators could sue over ban
Eight TikTok content creators sued the US government on Tuesday, issuing another challenge to the new federal law that would ban the popular social media platform nationwide if its China-based parent company doesn’t sell its stakes within a year.
Will AI replace doctors who read X-rays, or just make them better?
How good would an algorithm have to be to take over your job?
Pintard: PAC examining concerns over how govt spends, manages and processes funds
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard says the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is examining several audits from the Office of the Auditor General under the administration of Prime Minister Philip "Brave" Davis, saying there are overwhelming concerns about how the government spends, manages, and processes funds.
Tuesday, May 14
FACE TO FACE - Paying it forward and creating lasting smiles
DR Welmilya Francis is living proof of how powerful the impressions are that we make on very young children.
Police: Teen killed on basketball court had running feud with a suspect in his murder
THE teen killed on a basketball court over the weekend had a running feud with one of the suspects in his murder, Chief Superintendent of Police Chrislyn Skippings said yesterday.
Coroner’s court empanels jury for inquest into police-involved killing of Aliko Collins
A FIVE-PERSON jury was empanelled yesterday as the inquest into the 2017 police-involved killing of 21-year-old Aliko Collins in Pinewood Gardens began.
Two ‘sick slips’ delays Gibson trial
A SUPREME Court judge adjourned the trial of Adrian Gibson and others yesterday after the Long Island MP failed to appear in court for medical reasons.
Pedestrians intervene to stop woman jumping from the bridge
A WOMAN tried to jump from the Sir Sidney Poitier Bridge while holding her two-year-old daughter yesterday before pedestrians intervened to stop her before police arrived.
FNM Senator says the country experiencing a ‘deepening mental health crisis’ as suicides rise
A SENATOR says the country is experiencing “a deepening mental health crisis” amid a rise in suicides and attempted suicides.
Skippings: ‘Bit too early’ to know if foul play involved in suspected Hamilton suicide
POLICE Superintendent Chrislyn Skippings said it is a “bit too early” to determine if foul play is suspected in the death of Destiny Hamilton, the 27-year-old found dead with a lacerated wrist.
Evan Fox ‘suffered a self-inflicted wound’, say police
POLICE said Evan Fox, a man who was reported missing last month before he was found dead near his truck in bushes of Frank Watson Boulevard, committed suicide.
Red-Line Athletics’ inaugural Field Events Classic on Saturday
WITH the tremendous success being achieved by the field competitors, as opposed to the track athletes, the Red-Line Athletics Track Club has decided to award them for their efforts.
Denisha Cartwright pleased with performance
DENISHA Cartwright knew sooner or later that she would qualify for the 2024 Olympic Games.
Sprinter Wanya McCoy ‘making the adjustment’
The decision to switch from playing basketball to running track as a high school student who moved from Doris Johnson to Queen’s College, from competing in the 400 metres to the sprints and transferring from Clemson University to the University of Florida, has paid off big dividends for Wanya McCoy.
Activist ‘cosmically disappointed’ with Gov’t over dolphins’ rescue
The environmentalist who led the campaign to close Blackbeard’s Cay yesterday asserted she is “cosmically disappointed” in the Government while branding the surviving dolphins’ rescue a “PR stunt”.
Cable hits back over Internet affordability
Cable Bahamas has hit back by arguing that this nation has “among the lowest and most affordable” entry-level broadband Internet prices in the Caribbean to help make its case for easing regulation.
North Eleuthera hit by 34-hour BPL outage
Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) finally restored service to North Eleuthera last night after the area suffered a more than 34-hour power outage due to generation failures at the Hatchet Bay Power Station.
‘Absolutely insane’: Ex-health minister blasts $290m hospital
A former health minister yesterday blasted the proposed $290m new hospital as “an absolutely insane idea” and challenged why the cost has risen more than five-fold under the Davis administration.
‘One-stop solution’ to BPL woes re-floated
A “quick one-stop solution” for The Bahamas’ energy crisis was yesterday re-floated by a local attorney who argued it could resolve cost, reliability and environmental woes “within months”.
‘Vexatious litigation’ delayed rescue of starving dolphins
AGRICULTURE and Marine Resources Minister Jomo Campbell defended government’s efforts to rescue five dolphins from Blackbeard’s Cay.
Family waits for action on police killing
THE family of a man police killed in 2018 is concerned over the length of time police are taking to announce or act on recommendations from the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions concerning the officers who killed him.
Bahamas Independence signatory and former MP Loftus Roker dead at 88
LOFTUS Roker, an Acklins native whose tough approach to illegal immigration and drug trafficking made him a defining political figure in his era, died yesterday at 88.
Forest fire hits Coral Harbour
A MASSIVE forest fire erupted in the Coral Habour community yesterday.
Pintard is not young generation
TWO weeks prior, the FNM and the nation at large witnessed two individuals whom I hold in high regard step up to vie for the position of leading our party into the upcoming general election.
Heartbreaking rise in suicides and attempts
A SERIES of stories about suspected suicides have featured in The Tribune recently – and each is genuinely heartbreaking.
Remove VAT from all medical
There has to be an SOS going out to the people who have medical health insurance and those who have requirement for expensive medication.
BAMSI holds 2024 commencement
The Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) held its 2024 commencement ceremony, ushering in new generation of professionals to the agricultural, environmental and marine sector.
Keric Rolle is leading the way for Bahamians
Keric Rolle is breaking barriers in the field of actuarial science, becoming one of a few Bahamians to attain the Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) designation.
PETER YOUNG: Russian doublespeak
IT is always said that George Orwell was credited with inventing doublespeak after coining the term doublethink in his novel 1984.
Credit unions are warned over credit bureau rethink
Bahamian credit unions have been warned that the country’s first-ever credit bureau will require all financial institutions to “rethink the way we do business”.
Realtor holds double Briland showing
A Bahamian real estate firm says it hosted a Harbour Island first by staging a double open house on May 2, 2024.
$4m microgrid project set to boost east GB
East Grand Bahama residents are set to benefit from a proposed $4m microgrid project that will create 50 construction jobs during the 12-month build out.
Monday, May 13
'Social warrior and source of moral clarity' - Former National Security and Immigration minister Loftus Roker dies at 88
Former Minister of National Security and Immigration, and one of the signatories to The Bahamas Constitution, A. Loftus Roker has died.
FRONT PORCH: The values and habits we live by
CULTURABLE habits and practices showcase the lived values of a given society. The mouthing of values is not the same as adhering to them. By example, while we adhere to the concept of monogamy in law and in Christian rituals, sociologically, we are a de facto polygamous society.
Apprenticeship initiative to get persons ‘off the streets’
The newly-launched apprenticeship initiative is designed to provide Bahamian companies with well-trained, certified employees at no cost to themselves as it bids to take persons “off the streets”.
Bahamian aviation chief’s 3-day FTX jet hand over
A Bahamian aviation entrepreneur and his firm fulfilled their $2m deal with the US Justice Department and FTX’s US chief by handing over the crypto exchange’s second jet within three days of settlement.
‘Is PM’s silence what we can expect in GBPA takeover?’
A prominent attorney has questioned whether the Government’s refusal to engage with a Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) licensee group signals it has “no plan” for Freeport’s future development.
BPL ‘shambles’: We pay now or pay later
The Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) “shambles” will only get worse the longer critical reforms are delayed, an ex-Chamber chairman is warning, as he added: “We pay now or we pay later.”
NPWBA: Foxxy Defenders avoid sweep with 76-59 win
THE Elite Ballers came into game three hoping to complete a three-game sweep against the Foxxy Defenders in the New Providence Women’s Basketball Association (NPWBA) Finals.
Anthonique Strachan suffers season-ending injury
JUST when it appeared that sprinter Anthonique Strachan was starting to round back into form of her old self, she was sidelined with another series of injuries that has put an end to her season.
Athletes qualify for the Paris Olympics
Hurdler Denisha Cartwright and sprinter Wanya McCoy produced qualifying performances for the Olympic Games in their respective collegiate meets, while quarter-milers Steven Gardiner and Wendell Miller pulled off victories in their professional meets.
Fritz Grant Track & Field Invitational a success
THE 14th Fritz Grant Track and Field Invitational, powered by Ambassadors Athletics Club, returned to the original Thomas A Robinson Stadium over the weekend and was a success, according to event organiser Fritz Grant.
INSIGHT: The PLP’s dark veil of secrecy
WHEN Brave Davis came to office, he pledged to lift the veil of secrecy in government – instead, he has replaced it with a cloak of darkness.
WORLD VIEW: After 13 years, CARICOM aligns in unified stand for Palestine and peace
AFTER 13 years, the 14 independent member states of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) have finally aligned their individual positions on recognizing Palestine as a State.
Why US offshore wind power is struggling – the good, the bad and the opportunity
America’s first large-scale offshore wind farms began sending power to the Northeast in early 2024, but a wave of wind farm project cancellations and rising costs have left many people with doubts about the industry’s future in the US.
Wheelchair bound man earns Master’s degree
GREGORY Cash, Jr has once again overcome the adversities of life to obtain his Master’s degree in exceptional student education from Barry University.
Antique car show raising funds for children’s charity
CLASSIC cars were out in style at Arawak Cay as the Antique Auto Club of The Bahamas hosted a show on Saturday.
Antique car show raising funds for children’s charity
CLASSIC cars were out in style at Arawak Cay as the Antique Auto Club of The Bahamas hosted a show on Saturday.
Minister of Environment: We are committed to remove and ban roadside garages from residential neighbourhoods
A SCRAP metal yard fire that threatened businesses in the Joe Farrington Road area last week has prompted a commitment from the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources to tackle “roadside garages”.
Govt sends fire engine to help with Abaco fires
A FIRE truck has been sent to Abaco to help battle a major blaze.
Cousin: Suicide ‘story is not adding up’
THE family of an influencer who died last week do not believe she committed suicide, insisting the “story isn’t adding up”.
Police believe weekend killing of two teens may be connected
TWO teenagers were killed over the weekend, bringing the murder count for the year to 49.
China to fund new hospital
The Government is aiming to “break ground” on New Providence’s new $290m hospital by September 2024 after the project was approved for “concessionary financing” from a Chinese state-owned bank.
Bahamas targets 2m air arrivals for 2024
The Bahamas is forecasting that foreign air stopover arrivals will break the two million mark for the first time in 2024 after more than 500,000 landed during the year’s first quarter.
Dolphin rescue not greeted with universal acclaim by all
The five surviving dolphins at an abandoned tourism project off New Providence’s northern coast have been moved to Atlantis - but the rescue has not been met with universal acclaim.
Cable admits Starlink ‘opening new frontier’
Cable Bahamas has accused regulators of “underplaying” the arrival of Elon Musk’s Starlink Internet service as it will “open up a new frontier of competition” by attracting other satellite operators.
Gov’t in ‘shelf ready project’ for Ginn site
The Government is seeking to transform the stalled 2,012-acre former Ginn development into a “shelf ready project” that is more appealing to potential investors and purchasers.
Praise for the rescue - but why did it take so long?
IT is very welcome indeed to see a happy ending to the story about the dolphins of Blackbeard’s Cay.
Sunday, May 12
Saturday, May 11
Teen killed on basketball court and 15-year-old shot dead in sleep
A TEENAGER was shot dead on a basketball court at a school on Friday night and a 15-year-old was shot dead in his sleep on Saturday morning in separate murders.
Friday, May 10
Grocer charged with failure to display breadbasket retail prices
A MAN was charged on Friday with failing to display the retail prices for breadbasket items at his supermarket last August.
Men accused of robbing Ashley's Furniture released on bail
THREE men were granted $2,000 bail on Friday after they were accused of stealing over $13,000 worth of property from Ashley’s Furniture on Prince Charles this year.
Woman charged with assaulting police released on bail
A WOMAN was granted $2,000 bail after she was accused of assaulting a police officer last week.
Man fined $250 for possession of a gram of marijuana
A MAN was fined on Friday after he admitted to having a quantity of drugs in March.
Disabilities advocacy group to host post-Mother's Day fundraiser
A NON-PROFT advocacy group helping those with disabilities is holding a post-Mother’s Day event, with proceeds going to vital causes.
Cable: Bahamians watch more Netflix than our TV
Cable Bahamas has admitted that household penetration of pay-TV services plunged by 21 percentage points in seven years because Bahamians now spend more time watching Netflix-type streaming services.
Freeze on $2.288m City Markets HQ buy upheld
The Court of Appeal yesterday upheld an injunction freezing $2.288m that was paid by a BISX-listed food group to acquire the major asset held by the City Markets employee pension fund.
Blackbeard's Cay dolphin rescue complete - 5 taken to Atlantis care facility
The Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources has advised that all five remaining dolphins were rescued from Blackbeard's Cay/Balmoral Island.
AG: BPL needs 400MW in new generation plant
Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) needs more than 400 mega watts (MW) of new generation capacity to address a “dire” situation requiring between 60-80 percent of its existing plant to be replaced within five years.
Transparency ‘lip service’ fear over fiscal watchdog’s limbo
The failure to revive a key fiscal watchdog is “a critical shortcoming of the Government” that raises questions over whether it is paying “lip service” to transparency and accountability, it was argued yesterday.
Gunfight with police results in death of man
A MAN was shot dead by police in western New Providence yesterday morning, the first fatal police-involved shooting of the year.
‘Knew in my bones’ dolphins would become victims at cay
A Bahamian environmental activist yesterday revealed she “knew in my bones” more than a decade ago that the Blackbeard’s Cay project would hit trouble with its dolphins as the main victims.
‘Gibson owes judges apology for comment’
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe said Long Island MP Adrian Gibson should apologise to judges for saying their biases could affect the outcome of trials where they must render a verdict in the absence of a jury.
‘Justifiable homicide’ Coroner’s jury finds
A Coroner’s Court jury returned a finding of justifiable homicide in the police-involved killing of David Deslande “Murder” Nicholls, 32, who reportedly raised a gun at officers outside an apartment complex in Fox Hill in 2017.
‘Most of BPL Plant obsolete in 5 years’
ATTORNEY General Ryan Pinder said 60 per cent of Bahamas Power & Light’s plant in New Providence and 80 per cent of its plants in Family Islands must be replaced in the next five years as engines reach the end of their useful life, a transformation that will cost almost $300m.
Major Jr impressed with freshman season at Howard
BAHAMIAN collegiate tennis player Michael Major Jr recently returned home in good spirits after what he deemed a great freshman season with the Howard University men’s college tennis programme.
Miller-Uibo leading the way ahead of the Paris Olympics
While the focus was centred on relay teams qualifying for the 2024 Olympic Games over the weekend, four Bahamians who already booked their tickets to Paris, France were in the spotlight at the Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium.
Drumeco Archer proud of Team Bahamas’ performance
THE Bahamas is still basking in national glory which was achieved over the weekend at the 2024 BTC World Athletics Relays as the mixed 4x400m relay team advanced from “Paradise to Paris” in front of the home crowd at the Thomas A Robinson National Stadium.
16-year-old accused of assaulting man with knife
A 16-year-old boy was granted bail yesterday after being accused of assaulting a man with a knife in New Providence last month.
Teen ordered to be on good behaviour for having drugs
AN 18-year-old youth was ordered to be on good behaviour for six months after he admitted to having drugs last month.
Volunteers battle to protect Abaco homes from forest fires
FIREFIGHTERS battled a bush fire in Abaco yesterday that sent thick black smoke billowing into the air.
Honouring their contributions to 50 years of excellence in track and field
THE newly formed Bahamas Track and Field Alumni hosted its inaugural Gala & Awards Dinner on Friday at the Balmoral Club where several persons were honoured for their contribution to 50 years of excellence in the sport.
Environmental Groups hold a community action day event in GB
A GROUP of environmental organisations held a community action day recently in Grand Bahama.
Wilson dismisses US report claiming that country failing to follow procurement laws
FINANCIAL Secretary Simon Wilson rebuffed a claim in the United States’ latest human rights report that The Bahamas is failing to effectively implement laws related to contracts and procurement.
Munroe suggested evidentiary hearings could expedite the legal process
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe said an amendment to the Supreme Court Act can potentially facilitate evidentiary hearings to determine the admissibility of evidence before a trial.
Govt launches project to digitise the public service
THE Ministry of Labour and Public Service, in partnership with the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs, launched Cloud Bahamas, a project to digitise the public service and stop relying on paper files.
Man in wheelchair charged with gun and ammo possession
A MAN in a wheelchair was granted $7,500 bail after he was accused of having a loaded gun in New Providence this week.
Thursday, May 9
'Operation United Force' nets weapons, drugs and a dozen arrests
A joint operation with local and international authorities targeting high-crime areas and prolific offenders in Abaco led to a dozen arrests and the seizure of two firearms today.
Diver allegedly drowns at Half Moon Cay
A man allegedly drowned while diving at Half Moon Cay, Exuma yesterday.
Abaco police investigate alleged suicide
Police are investigating an alleged suicide after a woman was found unresponsive with a laceration to her wrist in a home on Guana Cay, Abaco.
Trial by Judge Alone Bill passes in the House of Assembly
ELECTED officials passed a bill yesterday that would let people waive their constitutional right to a jury trial in favour of a trial by a judge alone.
Ken Mullings levels up with Powerade sponsorship
BAHAMIAN professional athlete Ken Mullings, like many athletes, has his mind set on the Paris Summer Olympic Games, and with Powerade’s sponsorship he believes his goals can become reality.
‘Two-step’ proposal on gas dealer margin rise
Petroleum retailers yesterday disclosed there has been “movement” on a proposed “two-step” solution to their margin woes as they warned: “We cannot wait until the Budget debate is over.”
Ex-Minister: ‘Nothing to do with’ dead dolphins
An ex-Cabinet minister yesterday blamed US bankruptcy trustees for the plight of Blackbeard’s Cay’s dolphins as he had agreed to care being provided prior to their potential sale.
BTC bids to seize yacht over $1.5m cable break
The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) has launched legal action in New York to seize a high-end yacht it accuses of causing $1.5m in damage to its undersea cable network.
‘Explanation owed’ on back dated revisions to BPL debt
The Opposition’s leader yesterday argued that the Government “owes an explanation” for why it has retroactively revised the debt owed by Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) going back almost two years.
We will investigate dumped fetus, says Laroda
THE Ministry of Social Services will investigate the case of a baby found in a garbage disposal in a bathroom at Rubis Gas Station on Gladstone Road.
MP rape trial expected to resume again in October
THE rape trial of North Abaco MP Kirk Cornish will begin again on October 21.
Passport Act protocols for children of Bahamian men gazetted
THE long-awaited protocols for many affected by last year’s landmark Privy Council citizenship ruling –– which established that children born to Bahamian men are entitled to citizenship regardless of their mother’s nationality –– were tabled in the House of Assembly yesterday in a bill to amend the Passport Act.
‘Give us answers on Freeport plan’
THE Davis administration does not recognise the Freeport Licensees Association, a group seeking to meet Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis that criticised his Monday speech to the Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce for lacking “critical details”.
Mark Knowles gives back
The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association’s (BLTA) ‘Play Tennis’ participants got a special treat yesterday over at the National Tennis Centre (NTC) as retired Bahamian pro tennis player Mark Knowles paid a special visit to conduct a session with the young ones.
Concacaf Nations League: Senior men’s national soccer team set to play in Group A of League C
THE Bahamas senior men’s national soccer team was drawn into Group A of League C for the upcoming windows of the 2024-25 Confederation of North, Central American and Caribbean Association Football (Concacaf) Nations League matchups.
Archer impressed with execution of World Relays
THE 2024 BTC World Athletics Relays closed out with a bang as fireworks were launched above the newly renovated Thomas A Robinson National Stadium to signal the end of what many deemed a successful fourth hosting of the global event in The Bahamas.
Sweeting says shanty town task force to re-focus on New Providence
WORKS and Family Island Affairs Minister Clay Sweeting said the Unregulated Communities Action Task Force (UCATF) will refocus on New Providence shanty towns “throughout the summer” after becoming aware of “quite a number” of them.
Firefighters battle blaze on Joe Farrington Road
A FIRE that erupted on a scrap metal yard on Joe Farrington Road yesterday morning set derelict vehicles ablaze and sent smoke billowing into the air for much of the day.
Sick child and mother airlifted from cruise ship by US Air Force
A sick child and his mother were airlifted by helicopter from a Carnival Cruise Line ship returning from a voyage to The Bahamas and Caribbean last Saturday.
Pintard bashes Davis for being ‘unprepared’ to answer questions
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard bashed Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis for being “unprepared” to answer several questions related to a $500m Inter-American Development bank loan, the status of Bahamas Power and Light (BPL), the government’s efforts to enhance transparency, and other more matters.
Two senior police officers accused of trying to steal $90k from a business
TWO senior police officers are accused of trying to steal $90,000 from a business in March.
Wednesday, May 8
Tourism backlash fear over dolphin fatalities
THE Bahamas was yesterday warned it faces a “PR nightmare” and severe tourism backlash unless it saves the five surviving dolphins at an abandoned project off New Providence’s north coast.
‘Showdown in Paradise’ provides sneak peek of athletics future
THE 2024 BTC World Athletics Relays pre-game show “Showdown in Paradise” did not disappoint as Kids Athletics competitors, CARIFTA Games medallists, high school students and Special Olympics Bahamas athletes put on a show before the global main event over the weekend at the Thomas A Robinson National Stadium. Pharez Cooper, the pre-game show organiser, believes that the future is bright for athletics, not only in The Bahamas but also the entire Caribbean region after this weekend’s action.
Bahamas Track and Field Alumni inaugural Gala and Awards Dinner ‘bittersweet’
It was a bittersweet weekend for the formation of the Bahamas Track and Field Alumni on their inaugural Gala and Awards Dinner on Friday night at the Balmoral Club. After receiving an award that he shared with his wife, Maxine Munroe, for their commitment and service to track and field over the past 50 years, Adam Munroe passed away when he returned home. The Adams were honoured along with Doyle Burrows, Martin Lundy, Keith Parker, Frank “Pancho” Rahming, Elaine Thompson, Neville Wisdom and Ronald Cartwright. Also honoured posthumously were the late Livingstone Bostwick, Winston ‘Gus’ Cooper, Alpheus ‘Hawk’ Finlayson, Thomas A. Robinson and Monica Woodside.
Head coach Jay Philippe ‘pleased to see the amount of talent here in New Providence’
THE tryouts for the under-17 boys’ junior men’s national basketball team made its way to the DW Davis Gymnasium here in New Providence over the weekend as the team’s head coach Jay Philippe scouted out the talent pool. It was the first tryout hosted in New Providence for the respective national team and the third tryouts overall with the first two editions being held in Grand Bahama. The exercise attracted a total of 60 potential national team members coming from both the private and public school systems.
Hurdler Pedrya Seymour making a comeback
ALTHOUGH she’s been inactive since she made her second appearance at the Olympic Games in 2021 in Tokyo, Japan, former Bahamian 100 metre hurdles record holder Pedrya Seymour is looking forward to giving it another shot. Now back in training with her original coach George Cleare in Louisiana, Seymour is working towards making the team that will represent the Bahamas at the Olympics in Paris, France, July 27 to August 11.
Bahamas last CARICOM member to recognise Palestine as a state
CABINET formally recognised Palestine as a state yesterday, making The Bahamas the last CARICOM country to do so.
‘Save dolphins after eight die’
‘Living nightmare’ as five more suffer at Blackbeard’s Cay
The Bahamas was yesterday warned it faces a “PR nightmare” and severe tourism backlash unless it saves the five surviving dolphins at an abandoned project off New Providence’s north coast.
Cousin says she never conspired with Gibson
THE cousin of Long Island MP Adrian Gibson said yesterday that she never conspired with the former WSC executive chairman to defraud the corporation, adding that the courtroom was the first time she learned that WSC contracts had been awarded to a company of which she was a shareholder.
Murder in Fox Hill hours after Mitchell warning
A MAN was murdered in Fox Hill yesterday morning, hours after area MP Fred Mitchell warned constituents to expect tit-for-tat killings following the murder of an alleged prominent gang member.
Woman held after fetus found in garbage bin
A 24-year-old woman was taken into custody at the hospital after a fetus “between 15 and 20 weeks old” was discovered in the garbage disposal of a bathroom at Rubis Gas Station on Gladstone Road yesterday.
Tuesday, May 7
Lord Sebastian Coe pleased with World Relays
WORLD Athletics president Lord Sebastian Coe felt that they made the right decision in bringing the World Relays back to the Bahamas where it gave birth at the Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium in 2014. As he made his trek around the stadium during the final of the two days of competition on Sunday, the two-time Olympic Games 1,500m gold and 800m silver medallist for Great Britain said the Bahamas put on a spectacular show in hosting the World Relays for the fourth time.
Devynne Charlton hosts free hurdles camp
Back, this time as the new world indoor record holder, Devynne Charlton was thrilled to share her expertise with the aspiring young ladies in the hurdles on Monday. One day after she represented the Bahamas on the women’s 4 x 100 metre relay team that missed out on an opportunity to qualify for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France, Charlton hosted the one-day camp at the original Thomas A. Robinson Track and Field Stadium.
Sixteen-year-old Shania Adderley shocks the world
IT was the biggest and grandest stage of her life, but junior quarter-miler Shania Adderley was unrattled, not even after she admitted that she was a bit nervous making her debut as a senior competitor on the global scene. At just 16 years old and just getting ready to complete her senior year in grade 12 at Tabernacle Baptist Academy in Grand Bahama, Adderley was thrust into the spotlight at the BTC World Relays Bahamas 2024 as a member of The Bahamas’ mixed 4 x 400 metre relay team.
Prominent sorority calls for more female leaders in healthcare during mock parliament session
The members of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority recently held their second mock parliament session where they called for more inclusive policies for women in the STEM and healthcare industries in the country.
Miss Bahamas Universe contestants display beauty and brains at business symposium
It’s less than week to go until the Miss Bahamas Universe pageant finale this Sunday, and in the lead-up to the big night the 10 contestants have been kept very busy indeed.
Family Island women receive a boost in business at Exuma wellness summit
When people talk about empowering and promoting women in business, they usually have individuals who reside and operate in New Providence in mind.
Treasuring healthy relationships between mothers and daughters
THE relationship that exists between a mother and her daughter is a very special one. If it’s a healthy, loving one, it creates an unbreakable bond. However, if it’s a problematic, or even toxic relationship, it can cause lasting emotional damage.
Five ways to reduce inflammation quickly
Chronic inflammation is one of the most insidious causes of disease in modern society. Certain lifestyle factors increase inflammation and as a result our cells lose the capacity to function at peak performance. The result is the slow deterioration of health that often leads to full-blown diseases like autoimmunity and cancer. In this article, you will discover five ways to reduce inflammation quickly!
New fitness on the beach initiative to get the nation moving
If you have been meaning to jump-start your fitness journey or incorporate more physical activity into your daily life, but haven’t been quite sure how to go about, then a new initiative by the Bahamas Public Parks and Beaches Authority might just be what you need.
PETER YOUNG: UK local election results show Tories in trouble
In this week’s column, I should like to comment on politics in Britain where last week local council and mayoral elections were held. These were the last test of public opinion before the next general election. They are, of course, an important part of the working of democracy and require some coverage today, not least because some of the extensive press reporting has been misleading. Some clarification might anyway be useful.
FACE TO FACE: Xavion Johnson striving for gold
HE was just six years old when he decided his own fate. Xavion Emmanuel Johnson was watching the 2012 Olympics on television. He saw Olympians competing in Judo. They were throwing each other and slamming each other to the ground - quite fun in the eyes of a typical little boy.
Minister hails gift of two container farms
The Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) yesterday received two container farms to be placed in North Andros and Eleuthera from Bahamas-based grower, Eden Farms.
No investor ‘eyebrows raised’ on GBPA fight
The Prime Minister last night said investors with projects worth hundreds of millions of dollars in Grand Bahama have not “even raised an eyebrow” over the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) dispute.
Minister targeting new Expo to bring Grand Bahamians home
A Cabinet minister has asserted that Freeport and Grand Bahama’s wider economy are on the rebound as “investor confidence continues to grow” and former residents return home.
Fraudulent transactions drop in value by $15.4m
Fraudulent Bahamian financial transactions decreased in value by 72.6 percent to a collective $5.8m in 2023, the Central Bank revealed yesterday, with the frequency of such crimes also dropping sharply.
Gov’t ‘not begun to repay’ $239m IMF SDRs loan
The Government “has not begun repayment” of the $232.3m in IMF special drawing rights (SDRs) it controversially accessed via the Central Bank as the outstanding “loan” balance grew by $6.18m over 2023.
PM: Break ‘scare tactics’ to hold GBPA accountable
The Prime Minister last night urged the private sector to break free of the “scare tactics” employed whenever the Government demands the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) “live up to its obligations”.
Central Bank exposed to $3m claim on abandoning new HQ
The decision to abandon the Central Bank’s new Royal Victoria Gardens headquarters has exposed the banking regulator to a potential $3m-plus claim from one of the project vendors.
GB Power on Electricity Bill: ‘We read about it in papers’
Grand Bahama’s electricity provider yesterday revealed it was never consulted on key energy reforms passed by the House of Assembly last week and had to learn about them “in the papers”.
Man accused of marijuana possession granted $4k Bail
A MAN was granted $4,000 bail after he was accused of having 1.7lb of marijuana in his house last week.
Bail violations get murder accused six months jail time
A MAN was sentenced to six months in prison yesterday after admitting to failing to sign in at a police station 32 times while on bail for murder.
Man charged with armed robbery of $15k jewellery
A MAN was sent to prison yesterday after he was accused of robbing someone at gunpoint of over $15,000 in jewellery.
Two men charged with molesting young girls
A 32-year-old man was remanded in custody yesterday after he was accused of molesting a seven-year-old girl last month.
BAMSI suffers loss of 40 percent of livestock in recent Andros fires
BAHAMAS Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) president Dr Raveenia Roberts-Hanna said BAMSI’s loss of 40 per cent of livestock pasture due to a fire last month did not greatly affect operations on the island.
Officials plea for fire trucks after weekend fire in Exuma
AFTER a fire erupted on Exuma last week, officials said the island desperately needs fire trucks.
Agriculture’s purchase of two container farms to help ‘revolutionise food security’
EEDEN Farms, a tech-enabled farming company, sold two container farms to the Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources, a move officials said would help “revolutionise food security and food production in The Bahamas”.
Turnquest: Davis administration ‘watered down fiscal laws’
FORMER Finance Minister Peter Turnquest accused the Davis administration of watering down fiscal laws that promote transparency and accountability.
Sands: Ambulance shortage a result of ‘incompetence and mismanagement’
FREE National Movement chairman Dr Duane Sands said the shortage of ambulances in New Providence proves Health Minister Dr Michael Darville’s “incompetence and mismanagement” of the healthcare system.
Fourth annual Full Throttle Poker Run
BOAT enthusiasts crowded Great Harbour Cay on Saturday for the 4th annual Full Throttle Poker Run, an event that continues to attract scores of people and make a strong economic impact.
$43m school and disaster facility for East GB
A $43M school and disaster facility will be constructed in East Grand Bahama.
Mitchell warns of ‘tit for tat’ shootings
FOX Hill MP Fred Mitchell said Commissioner of Police Clayton Fernander warned him that his constituency could see “tit-for-tat” shootings after a man police said was a major player in a gang was murdered yesterday.
Gibson ‘wanted to burst ex’s brain’
LONG Island MP Adrian Gibson allegedly said in text messages that he sometimes wanted “to burst” his ex-fiance’s brain and that she screwed him over by “blaming” him.
Monday, May 6
The Sports Calendar May 2024
Sports Calendar for May 2024
'The first leg is an intense leg. You have to get out and push from the blocks'
AT the end of day one of the BTC World Relays Bahamas 2024 at the newly renovated Thomas A Robinson National Stadium, none of the teams from The Bahamas earned their tickets to the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France.
Athletes make their presence felt in US over weekend
SOME of the athletes who were unavailable to compete for Team Bahamas in the BTC World Relays Bahamas 2024 in New Providence were making their presence felt in various meets in the United States over the weekend.
Bahamian athletes leave it all on the track
BAHAMIAN athletes left it all on the track at the BTC World Athletics Relays 2024 pre-game show “Showdown in Paradise” over the weekend.
Bahamas men's 4x4 fifth in qualifying round
TEAM Bahamas gave it all they had in the men’s 4x400 metres qualifying round last night at the 2024 BTC World Athletics Relays hosted at the newly revamped Thomas A Robinson National Stadium, but ultimately they fell short of qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
NEXT STOP PARIS: Mixed relay team qualifies for Olympics
A new national record that was powered by a stunning second leg from 16-year-old rookie Shania Adderley helped to propel The Bahamas mixed 4 x 400 metre team to the 2024 Paris Olympics.
ACTIVTRADES: Mixed results in earnings season
The earnings season in the US continued last week and, once again, had its winners and losers. On Friday last week, labour market data in the US came in worse than expected. The US economy created significantly fewer jobs than expected in April, and the unemployment rate rose slightly. In addition, wage growth surprisingly slowed somewhat. And the ISM Index was also disappointing, as the numbers showed on Friday.
Chamber targets education over Business Licence woe
The Chamber of Commerce’s vice-chairman says it wants to work with the Government to better educate the private sector and avoid the delays that plagued this year’s Business Licence filings
‘Priority’ to strike cruise port balance for taxis
A Cabinet minister says it is a “priority” to find the correct “balance” between taxi drivers and the Nassau Cruise Port to ensure it is “fair and just” for all parties.
Minister: We’ll leave taxi sector in ‘better condition’
A Cabinet minister has pledged the Davis administration will leave the taxi industry in “better condition” than it found it with the new driver code of conduct not designed just to “reprimand”.
FTX chief’s Albany handover to preserve $200m recovery
The head of FTX’s Bahamian subsidiary is handing over his Albany home to local liquidators to ensure the recovery of “more than $200m” from selling-off the crypto exchange’s real estate is not endangered.
‘Fantastic opportunity’ given Bahamas in UK tax change
Realtors yesterday argued The Bahamas has “a fantastic opportunity” to exploit changes in UK tax law by attracting hundreds of ultra wealthy individuals and their families to domicile in this nation.
PM told: Wear ‘game hat’ for GB business meeting
The Prime Minister is being urged to wear his “game hat” for tonight’s Freeport meeting with a business community eager to learn how the $357m demand of the Grand Bahama Port Authority was calculated.
RF: ‘No impact’ from core software dispute
RF Bank & Trust yesterday asserted that a dispute with its core software provider will “not in any way impact customer funds or overall operations” as it bids to resolve their differences.
Triple shooting over weekend
POLICE launched an investigation into a triple shooting that happened in the early hours of Saturday morning, which left three people – a 29-year-old adult man and two adult females ages 30 and 28 – hospitalised.
Mixed relay team qualifies for the Paris Olympics
A new national record that was powered by a stunning second leg from 16-year-old rookie Shania Adderley helped to propel The Bahamas mixed 4 x 400 metre team to the 2024 Paris Olympics.
FTX’s Salame hands $200m Albany home to liquidators
THE head of FTX’s Bahamian subsidiary is handing over his Albany home to local liquidators to ensure the recovery of “more than $200m” from selling-off the crypto exchange’s real estate is not endangered.
Sands raises questions on process of jury vetting
FREE National Movement chairman Dr Duane Sands said last week’s dismissal of the jury in North Abaco MP Kirk Cornish’s rape trial was a “pretty embarrassing issue” that raises questions about the vetting process to select the jury.
Davis govt ‘vindicated’ as stadium ‘sold out’ for World Relays
YOUTH, Sport and Culture Minister Mario Bowleg said the World Relays over the weekend vindicated the Davis administration’s decision to renew The Bahamas’ commitment to the event.
‘Unfinished business’ for Minnis as he nominates
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis said he wants to return as leader of the Free National Movement because he has unfinished business.
‘Step aside for new generation to lead’
FORMER Deputy Prime Minister Brent Symonette urged Dr Hubert Minnis to “step aside” and let the new generation run the country.
Local shark feeding operations and how to reduce bite chances
MY name is André Musgrove. I’m a professional underwater photographer, shark diver, and spearfisherman from the Bahamas, and have extensive experience working with sharks and shark scientists worldwide, including Tiger Sharks, Bull Sharks, and Great White Sharks.
If BPL deal is good, why the secrecy?
HAS the PLP got cold feet all of a sudden over its plans for Bahamas Power and Light?
Sunday, May 5
Bahamas teams miss out on day one of World Relays
ALL four teams representing the Bahamas on Saturday at the BTC World Relays Bahamas 2024 missed out on the count of eight teams in each discipline on day one to qualify for the 2024 Olympic Games.
Saturday, May 4
North Andros teachers and parents sign petition over concerns
Bahamas of Union of Teachers Belinda Wilson is calling on the Ministry of Education to address concerns outlined in a petition signed by teachers and parents in North Andros.
PM: National Youth Guard graduates 'on the front lines of new climate era'
Prime Minister Philip Davis cautioned the second cohort of officers dedicated to national emergency response that they will be “on the front lines during this new climate era” during a graduation ceremony yesterday.
Woman accused of assaulting ex-girlfriend with knife
A WOMAN who allegedly assaulted her ex-girlfriend with a knife and threatened to harm her last month was granted bail ahead of her trial on Friday.
Man granted bail in $7k stealing case
A 28-year-old man was granted $7,000 bail on Friday after being accused of stealing over $7,000 from a man’s bank account three years ago.
Friday, May 3
Bowleg welcomes World Athletics' president, athletes
MINISTER of Youth, Sports and Culture Mario Bowleg welcomed World Athletics' president Lord Sebastian Coe and the athletes from around the world back to the Bahamas for the BTC World Relays 2024 Bahamas.
Uncertain on whether BPL rates to change this term
ENERGY and Transport Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis could not definitely say whether Bahamas Power and Light tariff rates could be adjusted this term.
Minnis nominates today, will challenge Pintard
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis is expected to nominate himself to become leader of the Free National Movement today, setting up a highly anticipated race with the incumbent, Michael Pintard, at the party’s convention next month.
Court denies FNM women’s request for injunction
A SUPREME Court judge dismissed an application for an injunction to stop yesterday’s Free National Movement Women’s Association election for party officials.
Judge rules on Wells’ LOI - ‘no case to answer’
A FORMER Cabinet minister’s decade-long ordeal over the Stellar Energy letter of intent (LOI) controversy was yesterday halted by the Supreme Court’s verdict that he has no case to answer.
Munroe: No agenda against prison chief
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe denied pursuing a personal agenda when he sent former prison commissioner Charles Murphy on administrative leave shortly after the 2021 general election.
Thursday, May 2
Man in custody for arson while fires continue to burn in Abaco
CENTRAL and South Abaco MP John Pinder and police officials said a man is in custody for allegedly starting a raging fire in Marsh Harbour last week.
'Poorest pay the most for electric’
ENERGY and Transport Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis suggested that Bahamas Power and Light’s tariff rates could be made more equitable, saying the “least able to pay” are currently “paying more than large businesses.”
Jury dismissed over a political connection
A JUDGE dismissed the jury in North Abaco MP Kirk Cornish’s rape trial yesterday after learning that a juror had a close relationship with the leader of the opposition, Michael Pintard.
Jury dismissed over a political connection
A JUDGE dismissed the jury in North Abaco MP Kirk Cornish’s rape trial yesterday after learning that a juror had a close relationship with the leader of the opposition, Michael Pintard.
Johnson set to challenge Duane Sands for chairman
FORMER Yamacraw MP Elsworth Johnson said he has nominated himself for chairman of the Free National Movement, setting up a clash with incumbent Dr Duane Sands at the party’s upcoming convention.
Trial by judge alone bill tabled for debate
WEEKS after current and former chief justices called for more bench trials, the Davis administration tabled a bill in the House of Assembly yesterday that would allow people to be tried by a judge alone for indictable offences, a potentially significant change to the country’s judicial system.
‘Kenya troop deployments to begin by month’s end’
FOREIGN Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell said Kenya is expected to begin deploying troops to Haiti on May 26.
‘Kenya troop deployments to begin by month’s end’
FOREIGN Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell said Kenya is expected to begin deploying troops to Haiti on May 26.
Man ordered to pay fine for indecent assault of woman
A MAN was ordered to financially compensate a woman after he admitted to accidentally touching her face while taking a selfie last weekend.
PM: We are ushering in a new era of power generation
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said his administration is ushering in a “new era of power generation” with its planned “comprehensive” reforms for Bahamas Power and Light (BPL).
‘School violence decreasing’
EDUCATION Minister Glenys Hanna Martin said reports of school violence are decreasing.
Hanna Martin does not support BUT chief’s call for drug testing students
EDUCATION Minister Glenys Hanna Martin does not support Bahamas Union of Teachers president Belinda Wilson’s call for students to be drug tested.
Laroda denies Social Services reducing food assistance rates
SOCIAL Services Minister Myles Laroda said his ministry is reviewing its food assistance programme to recommend “cost of living increases”.
Man accused of conspiring to set fire to man’s truck
AN elderly man was imprisoned after he was accused of vehicle arson in New Providence last week.
Two American men fined for possession of Marijuana
TWO American women were fined yesterday after they admitted having quantities of marijuana on vacation in New Providence.
FRONT PORCH: Capital punishment and a culture of revenge and retaliation
Former Roman Catholic Archbishop of Nassau, the late Lawrence Burke, SJ, lamented that many Bahamians often seemed more fixated on Good Friday, less seized by the assurance and promise of Easter Sunday.
Wednesday, May 1
'Horrendous' surge in contractor walk-aways
The Bahamian Contractors Association's (BCA) president yesterday revealed there has been "an horrendous" increase in complaints over the past 12-18 months about contractors abandoning clients.
$100m ‘dream team’ pitched as GBPA confrontation alternative
A LONG-STANDING Freeport licensee yesterday unveiled a $100m investor and management “dream team” alternative to the Government’s “ugly confrontation” with the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA).
Minister urges private sector aid for ‘country-changing’ initiative
A Cabinet minister last night urged the private sector to participate in the National Apprenticeship Programme and improve workforce skills levels.
Bahamas First 'changes' after 63% profits decline
Bahamas First's executive chairman has pledged to make "strategic changes" after the insurer's 2023 full-year profit slumped by 63.1 percent due primarily to "ongoing issues" with its Cayman health business.
Starlink's arrival coincides with record Internet users increase
Fixed broadband Internet subscribers enjoyed their highest-ever year-over-year increase in 2023 to coincide with the market entrance of Elon Musk's Starlink service, it was revealed yesterday.
East GB microgrids set to hire up to 50
Up to 50 workers will be hired for the proposed build-out of five solar microgrids designed to help “ease cost of living concerns” and entice former residents to return to Dorian-ravaged east Grand Bahama.
BREAKING: Jury dismissed in Cornish rape trial
The jury has been dismissed in the case of North Abaco MP Kirk Cornish, who is accused of rape, assault and death threats.
Darville: Bills to legalise and decriminalise marijuana will be passed by end of year
BILLS legalising medical marijuana use and decriminalising recreational marijuana use will be passed before the end of this year, Health Minister Dr Michael Darville said yesterday.
New Bus Fares to begin today in NP and GB
BUS fares will increase today in New Providence and Grand Bahama, the first adjustment since October 2008.
Only four ambulances on road? PHA won’t say - but 14 on way
THE Public Hospitals Authority denied that some ambulances are uninsured and unlicenced but did not verify whether only four ambulances in New Providence are operational.
Bannister: No safeguards in Electricity bill
FORMER Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Works Desmond Bannister said the recently tabled Electricity Bill would empower the government to transfer Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) assets to subsidiary companies.
‘MP raped me and spat on me’
A WOMAN cried and alleged in court that North Abaco MP Kirk Cornish raped her, spat on her and left her in fear for her life.
Cowboys sign Denzel Daxon
Crooked Island native Denzel Daxon went undrafted in the 2024 NFL Draft but that was only a minor setback for a major comeback.
Man told to be of good behaviour for one year or face two months jail time
A MAN was ordered to be of good behaviour for one year after admitting to assaulting a man with a wooden cigar box on Prince George Wharf earlier this month.
Teen on bail after accused of breaking into a Culbert’s Hill home last week
An 18-year-old youth was granted $5,000 bail after he was accused of breaking into a Culbert’s Hill home last week.
Government’s indifference over inequality and rights
THE latest ridiculous statement by the prime minister quickly made the rounds at the end of last week, drawing responses indicative of disbelief, annoyance, and confusion.
ATHLETES OF THE MONTH: CARIFTA medallists Taysha Stubbs, Brenden Vanderpool prevail in April
With the lights shining the brightest, CARIFTA gold medallists Brenden Vanderpool and Taysha Stubbs stepped up when it mattered most to prevail as April’s Tribune Athletes of the Month.
Team Korea settling in at Breezes
HAVING settled into their accommodations at the Breezes SuperClub Bahamas, the Korean men’s 4 x 100 metre relay team is confident that they will secure their berth in the 2024 Olympic Games.
Russell 2nd in 400, Culmer 5th in triple jump
QUARTER-MILER Alonzo Russell turned in a good performance on Sunday as he competed along with triple jumper Kaiwan Culmer at the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix at the Flora Duffy Stadium in Bermuda.
Archer: We are ready for a wonderful showcase
IN three days the World Athletics Relays will return to paradise at a newly renovated Thomas A Robinson National Stadium.
GBPA awards road contracts to Waugh Construction and Bahamas Hot Mix totalling $1.4m
ROAD works contracts totalling $1.4M will begin next month in Grand Bahama at 18 roadways, including three major highways in the Freeport area.
Department of Labour launches a safety awareness campaign
MORE than 100 people reported safety concerns on construction sites, restaurants, and other businesses last year, according to a representative of the Department of Labour’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration Unit (OSHA).
Man accused of unlawful sexual intercourse with pre-teen girl
A 24-year-old man was imprisoned after being accused of molesting a 12-year-old girl four times last year.
Lucaya Solar Power - first solar farm in Bahamas - completes construction
Lucaya Solar Power Ltd has completed the construction of the first solar farm in Grand Bahama, making it the first of its kind in the Bahamas.
