Thursday, November 21
US feared Bahamas would not arrest SBF
The US was so concerned that Bahamian authorities would not arrest Sam Bankman-Fried unless his “precise location” was known that they enlisted his FTX co-founder to identify the hideaway.
FNM calls Local Govt Bill a ‘missed opportunity’
PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party officials hailed a new Local Government Bill as transformative during a debate in the House of Assembly, but opposition members accused the governing party of missing an opportunity to create substantial reform.
Missing schoolgirl’s lifeless body found
THE murder of a missing schoolgirl broke hearts and stirred outrage yesterday after her body was found in bushes near Faith Avenue South.
Wednesday, November 20
Body of schoolgirl found
THE body of a schoolgirl has been found by police south of Cowpen Road - and Prime Minister Philip "Brave" Davis has vowed to "turn this country upside down to find the criminal who did this and bring him to justice".
Family of missing man desperate for closure one year later
OVER a year has passed since 47-year-old Samuel Lafleur disappeared in Andros, and his family remains desperate for closure — whether that means finding his body or answers.
MARCO alert issued for 12-year-old Adriel Moxey
Police have issued a MARCO alert for 12-year-old Adriel Moxey, who has been missing since Monday evening.
GB Power chief: Rate rise review can restart
Grand Bahama Power Company’s top executive yesterday said he believes it has made sufficient reliability improvements for regulators to restart their review of its proposed 6.3 percent base rate increase.
IMF: Raise VAT rate or debt goal ‘out of reach’
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday warned the Government’s 2031 debt target will be “out of reach” without “further revenue reforms” including a possible VAT rate increase.
IMF: Climate investments can boost Bahamas’ GDP by 9%
The Bahamas could expand its annual economic output by 9 percent over the “long-term” it if makes substantial multi-million investments in climate change adaptation and protecting its natural assets.
Bahamas needs structural fix to prevent 1.5% growth ‘slow’
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday urged The Bahamas to slash crime, reform its labour market and build more hotel rooms to prevent economic growth “slowing” to its 1.5 percent historical average.
Deficit more than triples to $194m in first quarter
The Government’s fiscal deficit for the 2024-2025 Budget year’s first quarter more than tripled year-over-year with close to one-third of that ‘red ink’ incurred during September.
Davis: No plan for profit margin increase for fuel wholesalers
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said the government has no plans to raise profit margins for gas wholesalers.
Presence of Jones fiancée sparks LGBTQ+ discussion
A VIRAL voice note questioning the presence of WNBA champion Jonquel Jones’ fiancée during a school visit in Grand Bahama reignited national discussions on same-sex partnerships in The Bahamas, drawing contrasting responses yesterday from a leading LGBTQ+ advocate and the president of the Bahamas Christian Council.
Heartbreak for Andros family over tragic loss
ANDY Moxey set out on a routine fishing trip with friends, but the sea he loved so much became the backdrop of tragedy, claiming his life when their boat capsized off North Andros.
‘No plan to raise vat on IMF advice’
INCREASING value-added tax, raising water rates for heavy users and collecting patient fees at the Public Hospitals Authority are among the International Monetary Fund’s recommendations to help the government meet its debt target of 50 percent of GDP by 2031.
Baha Mar hoops: VJ Edgecombe and Baylor Bears in action Thursday
No. 22 St. John’s earned its first ranking in six years in last week’s poll and coach Rick Pitino’s team passed its first test, beating his son Richard and New Mexico 85-71 at Madison Square Garden.
Bahamas Youth Flag Football League hosts 11 games during week three
THE Bahamas Youth Flag Football League hosted 11 matchups for week three on the fields opposite the original Thomas A Robinson Stadium on Saturday.
Man charged for fatal shooting of Adebo Cambridge last week
A MAN was remanded in custody after being accused of killing a man in Monastery Park last week.
Man accused of attempted theft of laptop
A MAN was granted bail after being accused of trying to steal a laptop from an electronic store in the Mall at Marathon last week.
Two teens accused of attempted murder in shooting of man on bike
TWO teenage boys appeared overwhelmed in court after they were accused of shooting another young man on his bicycle earlier this month on Hercules Street.
Woman gets four months jail for false rape accusation against police officers
A WOMAN burst into tears as she was sentenced to four months in prison for making a false rape claim against police officers.
Comets get win
The Queen’s College Comets squeezed out a 4-1 victory to take game one of the Bahamas Association of Independent Secondary Schools’ senior boys best-of-three baseball championship series.
Bahamas and US collaboration on gun trafficking ‘making some progress’
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said the government’s collaboration with the United States on gun trafficking has yielded positive results.
ALICIA WALLACE: Where is the will to take action?
Monday, November 25, is International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the first day of the Global 16 Days Campaign which was started by a group of activist women at the Center for Women’s Global Leadership in 1991.
Man in hospital after being shot
A 30-year-old man was hospitalised on Monday after a shooting incident on West Bay Street off Nassau Street.
TRIBUNE TECH: Changing the game - AI and screen technology
In the world of gamers, technology defines the player’s experience.
‘JJ’ ready for battle next season
ONE of the most decorated basketball players in Bahamian history Jonquel “JJ” Jones got all of her flowers over the past few days in Grand Bahama and New Providence.
Bahamas prepares for 2nd window of AmeriCup Qualifiers
THE Bahamas senior men’s national basketball team is gearing up for the second window of the FIBA Americup 2025 Qualifiers.
Tuesday, November 19
'Can't go higher': Insurer says no no major hike in '25 storm cover
Insurers yesterday voiced optimism that Bahamian consumers will see "no significant increases" in hurricane coverage costs in 2025 after telling global reinsurers: "We cannot go any higher."
One dead, two injured in boat accident in North Andros
ONE young man is dead, and two others are getting medical treatment following a boating accident at sea in North Andros.
Hope of end to confusion over $200 fee to extend stay
BAHAMIAN marinas yesterday voiced optimism that the Deputy Prime Minister and Immigration have cleared up the “confusion” over the $200 ‘stay extension’ fee ahead of the peak winter boating season.
Welcome was ‘second-to-none’ in spite of discourse over fiancée, says Jones
JONQUEL Jones, WNBA champion and MVP, said she and her fiancée received a “second-to-none” reception throughout her homecoming tour.
‘High alert’ on security firms illegally hiring foreigners
THE Ministry of National Security is on high alert over suspicions that private security firms are illegally hiring non-Bahamians as security guards, violating the law.
CCA pledges hotels in Izmirlian appeal
Baha Mar’s contractor yesterday asserted it is “willing to pledge” its two Nassau resorts, which have a combined value of up to $355m, as security for its appeal against Sarkis Izmirlian’s $1.642bn damages award.
Kelly’s Toyland officially opens
On Saturday, November 9th, 2024, Toyland 2024 officially opened its doors, kicking off the holiday season with a spectacular celebration that brought joy and festive cheer to shoppers of all ages.
Monday, November 18
Cabinet approves construction of medium, high and super-maximum prison
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Monroe said Cabinet has approved the construction of medium, high, and super-maximum security housing units at the prison, which will include mental health cells, a clinic, and a medical facility.
Gov’t beats bond buy back target at $216m
THE Government has beaten its debt buy back target by agreeing to repurchase almost $216m in Bahamian foreign currency bonds that were listed and traded on major international stock exchanges.
Resorts rebound from 5-15% fall occupancy drop
BAHAMIAN resort occupancies, which fell by between 5-15 percent during “a really soft” fall 2024, are now rebounding towards levels “pretty close or equal to” last year’s for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
‘No rocket science’: Ease housing crisis via 70% lot discount
A FOUR-TIME Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA) president is urging the Government to “put a dent in the housing crisis” by offering home buyers lots at a 70 percent discount, adding: “It’s not rocket science.”
Nearly 2,000 to share Auto H&L compensation for interest overcharges
Almost 2,000 Bahamians will today start to receive a nearly-$1m collective payout as compensation for being over-charged interest on their loans by one of this nation’s largest used car dealers.
Voluntary withdrawal ‘does not apply’ to RBDF
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe said a voluntary withdrawal order for Bahamians in Haiti does not apply to defence force officers.
Ruling overturned for officers accused of assaulting prisoner
THE Court of Appeal has overturned a magistrate’s decision to discharge three prison officers accused of causing harm to Michael McIntosh, an inmate at the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services (BDOCS).
85% of guns were bought in the US
A LARGER proportion of firearms recovered in The Bahamas was traced to the United States compared to any other Caribbean country, a new report highlights.
Munroe cautions graduates against corruption at RBPF passing out event
ONE hundred recruits graduated from the Royal Bahamas Police Force’s training programme in a ceremony on Friday.
GAIN AN EDGE: UB North - Inspiring change and a new wave of environmental stewardship
In Grand Bahama, an island repeatedly battered by devastating hurricanes, a new wave of environmental stewardship is gaining momentum, led by the University of The Bahamas north (UB north).
JERVON SANDS: Can parties break Global Stocktake stalemate?
As we inch closer to the end of COP29, a pressing question overshadows a critical component of the negotiations: Will parties overcome their divergent views on the UAE Dialogue, a crucial mechanism born out of the first Global Stocktake cycle?
Fundraiser looks to raise $40k for Bahamian singer Elon Moxey
AN online fundraiser has been launched to raise $40,000 for Bahamian singer Elon Moxey, who may need to have both of his legs amputated.
Bahamasair makes inaugural non-stop flight to Jamaica
PASSENGERS cheered as Bahamasair’s inaugural direct flight from New Providence to Montego Bay, Jamaica, landed, marking a new chapter in regional travel.
Bahamasair chairman optimistic amicable agreement will be reached with union
BAHAMASAIR chairman Tanya Pratt said negotiations are continuing and expressed optimism about reaching an amicable agreement with the airline’s union regarding outsourcing ground handling services to Nassau Flight Services.
Airport authority employees vote on whether to remain with BPSU
AIRPORT Authority employees voted on Friday to determine whether the Bahamas Public Services Union (BPSU) or the newly formed Bahamas Public Sector and Health Professionals Union (BPSAHPU) would serve as their bargaining unit.
INSIGHT: Transparency begins at home, or at least it should
A British play gave us a new word.
No room for guns nor bribes
IT comes as no surprise that the majority of the guns on our streets have come from the US – the question is, what can be done about it?
Friday, November 15
Man remanded over fatal Huyler Street stabbing
A MAN was remanded into custody on Friday after he was accused of the fatal stabbing of 57-year-old man on Huyler Street last week.
Teens remanded over stabbing as victim arraigned for separate murder
TWO 18-year-old boys were remanded into custody on Friday after they were accused in a near-fatal stabbing on Huyler Street last week.
Man sentenced to one year for housebreaking
A MAN was sentenced to one year in prison after he admitted to breaking into a residence in New Providence earlier this year.
Piper Aztec plane crash near GB airport - minor injuries reported
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA) has launched an investigation into a crash involving a Piper Aztec PA-23-250 aircraft this afternoon.
Wilson: Retailers fuel margin rise ‘not fair’
FOCOL chairman Sir Franklyn Wilson has criticised the recent margin increase granted to gas retailers, calling it “unfair” to wholesalers who have gone over two decades without any adjustment.
Abaco man killed in early morning car crash
AN Abaco man was killed yesterday morning after losing control of his vehicle and crashing into a rock on SC Bootle Highway.
Groups make final preparations for Junkanoo parades as holidays near
JUNKANOO groups are putting the finishing touches on their performances, preparing for an epic showdown in the highly anticipated Boxing Day and New Year’s parades.
Call for rezoning amid Bahamas housing crisis
ARAWAK Homes president Franon Wilson has suggested adjusting the country’s zoning restrictions could help address The Bahamas’ ongoing housing crisis.
$1.5bn battle for sunken treasure
A furious legal battle has erupted over efforts to recover $1.5bn in sunken treasure from Bahamian waters amid accusations that all parties involved have violated this nation’s laws.
Cuba Libre’s ‘Warm the Shacks’ initiative supporting Junkanoo groups ahead of holiday parades
CUBA Libre launched its annual “Warm the Shacks” initiative yesterday to support Junkanoo groups ahead of the upcoming Junkanoo season.
Skippings urges public, ‘stop being hotheaded’ after latest murder
CHIEF Superintendent Chrislyn Skippings has urged the public “to stop being hot headed” after another violent fight left a man dead on Wednesday.
WNBA Champion and MVP Jonquel Jones returns to hero’s welcome in Freeport
Grand Bahama’s pride and WNBA Finals MVP Jonquel Jones touched down in Freeport on Thursday to a hero’s welcome.
Thursday, November 14
‘Extraordinary’ Business Licence fees predicted
The Ministry of Finance’s top official yesterday revealed he expects next year’s Business Licence fee revenues to be “extraordinary” following a 10 percent increase in collections this year.
Insurers: Time running out for Road Traffic Act clarity
Bahamian insurers yesterday warned they and the Government are rapidly running out of time to resolve the “confusion” and uncertainty surrounding implementation of the new Road Traffic Act reforms.
Developer: OWN EIA not used to get Approvals
An Eleuthera project’s Bahamian co-founder yesterday moved to reassure that the developer did not use its own study to obtain the necessary environmental approvals from the Government.
COP declines to confirm voice notes verified by foreign investigators
POLICE Commissioner Clayton Fernander declined to say whether voice recordings at the centre of an investigation into alleged corruption have been verified as genuine by foreign investigators.
Abaco workers waiting for govt to pay one year later
A GROUP of government workers engaged to survey shantytown communities in Abaco are calling on government to pay outstanding monies owed them for their work.
‘Be on your guard for Christmas criminals’
AS the holiday season often sees a rise in crime, Chief Superintendent Chrislyn Skippings said Bahamians remain careless in protecting themselves from criminals.
‘Put hotels up for security in appeal’
Baha Mar’s original developer last night argued that the two Nassau hotels owned by the project’s contractor should be pledged as security for its New York appeal against his $1.642bn damages verdict.
CIBC unveils financing deal with electric vehicle dealer
CIBC Caribbean (Bahamas) says it has teamed with EV Motors to offer auto buyers a financing solution designed to drive faster adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in The Bahamas.
DEIDRE BASTIAN: Reignite your passion to fix failing companies
Imagine starting a business that you built into a ‘million dollar company’ through sheer hard work but, after a few years, you notice it is failing.
Gov’t optimistic on target for deficit below $100m
The Ministry of Finance’s top official yesterday asserted that the Government is still on target to meet its 2024-2025 fiscal targets despite the near ten-fold rise in the deficit during the year’s first two months.
Central Bank eyes faster payments
The Central Bank of The Bahamas revealed yesterday at BICA’s Accountants Week it is in the process of implementing a new initiative referred to as the Fast Payments System which Deputy Governor Derek Rolle said will come into action in the next few years.
Homecoming celebration for Jonquel Jones all set
THE Government of The Bahamas, through the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture, is thrilled to announce a grand homecoming celebration in honour of Jonquel Jones, our very own WNBA champion and MVP.
Bodybuilders face possible suspension
BAHAMIAN bodybuilders picked up a number of trophies at the NPC Worldwide Caribbean Grand Prix last weekend at the Atlantis resort but will now face a possible three-month suspension because of it.
‘Buddy’ and Klay Thompson clash in Emirates NBA Cup
GRAND Bahamian sharpshooter Chavano “Buddy” Hield and the Golden State Warriors spoiled Mavericks guard Klay Thompson’s return to Golden State on Tuesday night at the Chase Centre.
96 recruits complete six months RBPF training
The Royal Bahamas Police Force welcomed nearly 100 new recruits on Wednesday.
STATESIDE: Immigration, economy and ‘culture wars’ hurt Democrats at the polls
Just over a week has passed since Donald Trump was emphatically reelected as president (he will now be president number 45 and number 47).
Five UB researchers are awarded Wilson Family Foundation grants
Five University of The Bahamas researchers have been granted Wilson Awards.
Davis renews call for global action on climate
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis renewed his call for global collective action on climate change, emphasising its severe impact on Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
Five months prison sentence for $2,400 worth of hemp
A MAN was sentenced to five months in prison yesterday after he admitted to having $2,400 worth of marijuana in his home earlier this week.
Man denies he was involved in an attempted murder
A MAN denied his involvement in the attempted killing of a man in New Providence over the summer.
ORG urges RBPF to be more transparent
THE Organisation for Responsible Governance (ORG) has urged the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) to be more transparent with information on its investigations, emphasising that public trust can only be strengthened through open communication.
Doctors Hospital opens PI facility
Doctors Hospital opened the doors of its Paradise Island Medical Centre (PIMC) yesterday, providing services to residents, employees and visitors.
Central Bank fights off new cyber attack
The Central Bank yesterday said it is preparing for all possibilities after successfully fighting off a cyber attack last week.
Knights win Game 1
The Government Secondary Schools Sports Association (GSSSA) volleyball best-of-three championship series kicked off in thrilling fashion yesterday at the Kendal GL Isaacs Gymnasium.
FRONT PORCH: Voter expectation and structural realities
It has almost been 30 years since the Bahamian people reelected a government.
Wednesday, November 13
Retailers face ‘sleepless nights’ over Amazon delivery response
Bahamian merchants are facing “sleepless nights” in a race to adapt after being “blindsided” and “side punched” by Amazon’s move to offer ‘free delivery’ to local consumers on certain purchases.
‘Stark 7% decrease’ in investment funds
The Securities Commission’s top executive yesterday warned there has been a 7 percent “stark decrease” in the number of investment funds registered in The Bahamas since last year.
Rum Cay resort location ensnared in $23m battle
The developer behind a failed Rum Cay mega resort project must now get Supreme Court permission before launching new legal challenges to its lender’s bid to collect on an unpaid $22.75m debt.
Bahamas facing new terror finance threats
The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) yesterday said it has received evidence of unscrupulous individuals exploiting The Bahamas for terror financing purposes using digital assets and crypto currencies.
Evans’ family criticises pageant organisers
THE family of Cameronique Evans, former Miss Teen Universe Bahamas 2024, has criticised the organisers of The Bahamas International Pageants Organisation for allegedly subjecting the teen to a traumatic experience and is calling for a public boycott of the organisation.
Nearly 75% of Bahamian businesses pay bribes
Nearly three-quarters of Bahamian firms have admitted to paying bribes to obtain permits and public services, it was revealed yesterday, with this nation ranked fourth in the Caribbean for this type of corruption.
Man claiming he ‘feared for his life’ gets two years jail for fleeing police
A MAN has been sentenced to two years in prison after claiming he fled police because he feared being chased by a mob, a story that was contradicted by witnesses and police who testified there was no mob and that his actions were a deliberate attempt to evade arrest.
Officer faces manslaughter by gross negligence ruling
THE family of 21-year-old Phillip Daniel Clare Jr said “justice was served” after a jury returned a verdict of gross negligence manslaughter yesterday against a police officer involved in a traffic inquiry.
RBDF officers in Haiti ‘can opt out’
FOREIGN Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell said defence force officers and Bahamians in Haiti have been given a voluntary withdrawal order, allowing them to leave the country at any time without government approval if they feel unsafe.
Boxing event to bring title fight to Bahamas
Champion Spirit, a global leader in high-performance wellness, sports and fitness, founded by renowned athlete and world champion boxer Abdoulaye Fadiga, has announced an evening of boxing with the return of “Drama in Bahama!” - a historic “Fight Night at Baha Mar” on Saturday, December 14.
GSSSA volleyball championships set for today
The 2024 Government Secondary Schools Sports Association (GSSSA) volleyball best-of-three championships will be in full swing for the junior and senior divisions respectively at the Kendal GL Isaacs Gymnasium today at 4pm.
Agriculture investigates authenticity of rattlesnake video
THE Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources said it is investigating whether the contents of a video depicting an East African Rattlesnake on Harbour Island, Eleuthera, are real.
PM calls for transparency on climate commitments
As the world braces for the United States to roll back climate policy gains under President-Elect Donald Trump, Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis emphasised the need to stay the course and address climate change at COP29 yesterday.
BTC renews partnership with Bahamas Red Cross with $35,000 sponsorship of upcoming ball
BTC has renewed its partnership with the Bahamas Red Cross for the organization’s annual fundraising ball, contributing $35,000 to the upcoming event.
Accused of attempted sex assault of 12-year-old girl
A man was remanded in custody yesterday after he was accused of attempting to forcefully sexually assault a 12-year-old girl last week.
50-year-old accused of shooting death of nephew
A 50-YEAR-OLD man was remanded in custody yesterday after being accused of fatally shooting his nephew near Finlayson Street last week.
New police station officially opened for Eight Mile Rock in Grand Bahama
THE new, modern Eight Mile Rock Police Station was officially opened in the Obadiah H Wilchcombe Government Complex in West Grand Bahama.
Parental pushback still a hurdle for people looking for careers in the creative industry
SIGNIFICANT pushback still exists from parents who do not consider jobs in the creative industry to be legitimate careers, said Sonovia Pierre, senior cultural affairs officer at the Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Culture.
WSC manager testifies he was not directly involved in five-tank painting project
ROBERT Deal, general manager of the Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC), continued his testimony in the criminal trial of Long Island MP Adrian Gibson and others yesterday, maintaining that he was not directly involved in a five-tank painting project in 2020, which awarded contracts of $235,000 plus VAT to each contractor.
ALICIA WALLACE: So, what does it mean to be middle class, really?
Earlier this month, social media was abuzz with commentary on the “How Much Does It Cost to Be Middle Class in The Bahamas”, a study by Leslie Archer published in the International Journal of Bahamian Studies, Volume 30.
Swift performances in SPIA Mile challenge
The second edition of the SPIA MIle Challenge brought out some swift performances on Saturday at the University of The Bahamas campus.
Tuesday, November 12
Chamber says Amazon poses ‘imminent threat’
The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce & Employers Confederation (BCCEC) yesterday acknowledged that Amazon’s ‘free delivery’ move poses an “imminent threat” to the survival of several local industries.
Watchdog seeks ‘clarity’ on Amazon free delivery
The Bahamas’ consumer watchdog yesterday moved to seek “clarity” from DHL on how Customs duties and other taxes/fees will be applied to Amazon’s ‘free international delivery’ service to this nation.
Pilot exam woe threat to ‘engine of aviation’
A Bahamian pilot shortage that endangers “the engine of aviation” could result if insufficient numbers fail an exam critical to successful renewal of their licences, industry representatives warned yesterday.
Gov’t ‘within legal limits’ on Central Bank lending
The Governor yesterday confirmed the Government remains compliant with legal limits on how much it can borrow from the Central Bank despite Opposition concerns this debt has risen by $500m in two years.
Recent stabbings connected, says Skippings
CHIEF Superintendent Chrislyn Skippings said two stabbing incidents over the weekend, one resulting in the death of a landlord, are connected.
Truancy hotline contacted over 100 times since beginning of year
MORE than 100 people have called the national school attendance hotline to report absent students since its launch earlier this year, according to acting Education Director Dominique McCartney-Russell.
Miss Teen loses title for alleged behaviour breach
CAMERONIQUE Evans, the young teen who won Miss Teen Universe Bahamas 2024, was stripped of her title because of an alleged breach of her contract related to professional behaviour and conduct – allegations that Ms Evans calls “disheartening and unfounded”.
$200k needed to help those in need
GREAT Commission Ministries needs over $200,000 this holiday season to help the increasing number of people seeking food and housing, according to Bishop Walter Hanchell, founder and president of Great Commission Ministries.
‘Looted’ FTX assets used to buy share in eatery
FTX’s Bahamas chief used $2.5m allegedly “misappropriated” from the crypto currency exchange to finance his acquisition of a 40 percent ownership stake in a well-known New Providence restaurant.
Student spotlight: Lincoln Smith
Lincoln Smith, a ten-year-old 6th grade student from The Moss Town Primary School, Exuma received numerous awards at the Youth Empowerment Awards ceremony.
Students invited to join Caribbean STEM Olympiads
Students aged 12-21 are invited to join the Caribbean STEM Olympiads.
Sow and Grow a success
Excitement is blooming at St Cecilia’s Catholic School as students prepare to cultivate both plants and knowledge through the expansion of their Sow and Grow project.
Murder accused arraigned for death of John Ward
A MAN was remanded into custody yesterday after he was accused of a murder that occurred in Bain Town last week.
Man charged with the murder of Eddie Miller
A MAN was remanded into custody yesterday after being accused of the fatal shooting of businessman Eddie Miller outside a shopping centre on Faith Avenue in September.
Townhouse supports Eleuthera students
Students at the Harbour Island All Age School (HIAAS) and North Eleuthera High School received a generous donation from a local business.
RBPF celebrates 60 years of women in policing
THE Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) celebrated 60 years of women in policing yesterday, noting the organisation has had more than 600 female officers who have attained every rank, except for Commissioner of Police.
WSC manager testifies he was ‘reluctant’ to sign tank paint deal
ROBERT Deal, general manager of the Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC), testified in court yesterday that he was reluctant to sign a document related to a water tank painting project in which he was not directly involved.
Misuse of funds for small home repairs ‘still being investigated’, say police
DEPUTY Commissioner of Police Leamond Deleveaux said an investigation into the alleged misuse of funds in the Small Home Repairs Programme under the Minnis administration is ongoing, a year after telling reporters the investigation was 80 percent complete and that the public should hear the outcome “shortly”.
‘Time for us to honour Elisha Obed’
Today is an historic day in the Bahamian boxing community. November 12 marks the 49th anniversary of when Bahamian boxing legend Everette “Elisha Obed” Ferguson made history as the first Bahamian to win a world championship in the sport.
Junior boxers put on a show at Battle of the Islands
Junior boxers Lionel Pinder and Payden Palacious got a chance to put their boxing skills on display at the fourth Battle of the Islands Boxing Tournament in St Maarten over the weekend.
Valley Boys faction leader ‘confident’ of the way forward in legal battle
A Supreme Court judge has granted a request to allow the Way Forward Valley Boys Junkanoo Group to be included in the ongoing legal battle with rival faction, The World-Famous Valley Boys Junkanoo Club.
Bahamians shine at NPC Grand Prix
Bahamians picked up numerous victories on Saturday at the 2024 NPC Worldwide Caribbean Grand Prix at the Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island.
Hield hits 10,000 points
National Basketball Association (NBA) pro Chavano “Buddy” Hield has hit yet another career milestone in the Golden State Warriors uniform.
PETER YOUNG: Fall of a wall that changed history
Amidst today’s countless international dramas, one milestone of history last week has been hardly mentioned.
Monday, November 11
Cruise ships eye 38% discount to BPL rates
A $150m power plant’s developer is bidding to supply vessels docked in Nassau Cruise Port at rates more than 38 percent lower than Bahamas Power & Light’s (BPL) average commercial tariff.
Debt-to-GDP fall reversal with $342.5m liability jump
The post-COVID decline in The Bahamas’ debt-to-GDP ratio was reversed during the three months to end-September 2024 due to a sharp $342.5m increase in the Government’s borrowing liabilities.
Bahamas bonds suspended amid $210m Gov’t buy back
A major stock exchange has temporarily suspended trading in several of The Bahamas’ outstanding foreign currency bond issues while the Government attempts to buy back up to $210m of its debt.
Family Island population decline ‘not new’
PRIME Minister Philip ‘Brave’ Davis downplayed concerns about declining populations on the Family Islands, describing the trend as “nothing new” and noting that migration to New Providence has been ongoing for decades.
Unions set to meet on strike strategy
Trade unions are due to meet this Saturday to determine their strike strategy with one labour leader describing industrial relations as “very, very fragile” as he warned: “Enough is enough.”
Rattlesnake sighting in Eleuthera has authorities working to protect island
A RARE sighting of a diamondback rattlesnake on Harbour Island, Eleuthera, has triggered long-term environmental monitoring, as experts warn of the risks posed by the venomous, non-native species.
‘Officer in Coleby-Davis car incident attempted suicide’
THE police officer who accused Transport Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis of hitting him with his vehicle in 2022 attempted suicide last week, according to National Security Minister Wayne Munroe, who also said the officer had recently faced drug-related charges.
Family argues over land after murder
A LANDLORD’S attempt to collect months of unpaid rent turned deadly when he was allegedly stabbed to death by a tenant on Saturday, according to his family.
Man in hospital after stabbing
A man is in hospital after a stabbing on Sunday morning.
Munroe: No concern over gun trafficking after Trump’s victory
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe dismissed concerns about gun trafficking into The Bahamas following Donald Trump’s re-election as US President last week.
Six Senses project to create 400 construction, 200 full-time posts
The developers behind Grand Bahama’s Six Senses resort project say the $250m development will “imminently” create 400 construction jobs and a further 200 permanent posts when it opens in late 2026.
Retailers, couriers fear ‘a dry Christmas’ on Amazon move
Bahamian retailers and courier companies have voiced fears that “this is going to be a dry Christmas” after Amazon confirmed it is now offering free shipping to The Bahamas on purchases of select items over $49.
Consumer watchdog in new food store checks
The consumer watchdog’s chairman says he has “absolutely” seen an improvement relating to expired product on food store shelves as inspectors conducted follow-up visits to several Nassau outlets yesterday.
Contractors ‘on same page’ over consumer protection
The Bahamian Contractors Association (BCA) was yesterday said to be “on the same page” as the Consumer Protection Commission as both work together to resolve consumer complaints.
West GB ferry proponent quiet over ‘curious’ DPM’
The company behind a proposed ferry service between Grand Bahama’s West End and West Pam Beach declined to respond yesterday after the Deputy Prime Minister said he knew nothing about the venture.
BPL’s new chair now targets 95-98% performance scores
Bahamas Power & Light’s (BPL) newly-appointed chairman yesterday said she is targeting network reliability and performance metrics.
Sunday, November 10
Baby girl's death investigated
A BABY girl's death is being investigated by police.
Saturday, November 9
19-year-old remanded on sexual assault charge involving tourist
Jabez McDonald, 19, of Fire Trail Road was remanded to the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services (BDOCS) following an accusation of sexual assault involving a 20-year-old female tourist.
Pintard criticizes PM’s 'out of touch' cost of living remarks
OPPOSITION Leader Michael Pintard criticized Prime Minister Philip "Brave" Davis for being “out of touch” with the economic struggles of everyday Bahamians, following Davis' suggestion that adjusting lifestyle choices could help ease the cost-of-living burden.
Students bridge gap in school exchange programme
KYRIE Campbell, a grade six student at Queen's College, said he met “respectable” and “mannerly” students at Uriah McPhee Primary School through an exchange programme aimed at fostering interaction and learning between the schools.
Munroe stresses urgent need for conflict resolution training
National Security Minister Wayne Munroe has expressed concern over the lack of conflict resolution skills, noting a trend in domestic disputes across the country.
Friday, November 8
Freeport electricity battle is ‘difference of opinion’
A senior official with the Attorney General’s Office yesterday branded the legal dispute over who has regulatory authority for the energy sector in Freeport as a “difference of opinion”.
Bahamian business must rise to Amazon challenge
Many do not realise that the retail landscape in The Bahamas is on the verge of a seismic shift.
FOCOL in energy reform talks with US Gov’t bank
FOCOL Holdings is in negotiations with a US government-owned institution to finance its “nine-figure” investment in transforming New Providence’s baseload energy generation, its chairman revealed yesterday.
Atlantis, Baha Mar target $8m energy saving by ‘25
Atlantis and Baha Mar are expecting to enjoy a combined $8m in annual energy cost savings by next year amid industry calls yesterday for a further 43 percent slash in electricity rates.
LPIA hit by 900% hike from Water & Sewerage
THE Bahamas’ main airport gateway suffered a 900 percent increase in its Water & Sewerage bills during its 2022-2023 financial term as total utility costs surged by $1.5m year-over-year.
PM expects no change in climate change progress with Trump in office
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said he does not believe his efforts to get developed countries to tackle climate change substantially will be derailed following Donald Trump’s victory in the United States presidential election this week, despite Mr Trump’s critical views about climate science.
Inappropriate to speak on Pratt’s status, says Sears
IMMIGRATION Minister Alfred Sears would not specify yesterday when Immigration Director William Pratt will be replaced, saying it would be inappropriate for him to discuss specific personnel matters.
Davis clarifies comments over cost of living after backlash
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis clarified his comments on the high cost of living yesterday after sparking backlash for connecting the cost to people’s choices in an interview with reporters.
Immigration commission report coming ‘in due course’
IMMIGRATION Minister Alfred Sears said an immigration commission, appointed last year following the Keith Bell controversy, will be making its report “in due course”.
Amazon free delivery move
Bahamian retailers, courier companies and freight forwarders were yesterday put on alert over a “seismic” competitive threat after Amazon confirmed it is offering ‘free international delivery’ to this nation.
Two in court on separate ferocious dogs charges
TWO people were charged with separate ferocious dog charges.
Man charged with murder and attempted murder
A 28-year-old man was charged with murder and two counts of attempted murder in the Magistrate’s Court.
Red-Line Athletics to host free sprints and relay clinic, wellness seminar
The Red-Line Athletics Track Club is gearing up to host its fifth annual Motivational Health and Wellness Seminar along with a free sprints and relay clinic this weekend.
Clubs & Societies November 8, 2024
Friday, November 8, 2024
DIANE PHILLIPS: ‘My heart is full today’
Having vowed to steer clear of politics in these weekly columns for the last seven plus years, this week’s American elections were just too juicy and fodder-rich to ignore.
KENT BAZARD: The Anatomy of Speed Part 1 – How Speed is Produced in the Human Body
Speed is often what separates good athletes from great ones.
ERIC WIBERG: Ships immortalised in song - John B, Ballymena and Zelma Rose
WHEN folklore and fact intersect, often the truth is lost in the resulting haze.
Police claim decline in crime since ‘Clear, Hold, Build’ launch
POLICE claimed gunshots, murders, and armed robberies have declined in the Englerston community after the government launched its “Clear, Hold, Build” crime initiative last month.
Warned and discharged over possession of Indian hemp
A 20-year-old was given a warning yesterday after pleading guilty to having Indian Hemp.
PM notes ‘complexities’ in dealing with roadside garages
RESIDENTS are still awaiting relief from the persistent issue of roadside garages crowding their neighbourhoods, as Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis highlighted the complexities in resolving the problem.
Supreme Court to summon employer over complaint of Gibson trial duration
A SUPREME Court judge plans to summon the employer of a sitting juror in the criminal trial of Adrian Gibson and others after the employer reportedly raised concerns about the trial’s lengthy duration.
Best of the Best Regatta returns
The seventh edition of the Best of the Best Regatta promises to be an exciting affair next month at Montagu Beach. The four-day event will bring out the best sloop sailors in the country from December 5-8.
Thursday, November 7
Marinas need ‘quick changes to save our business’ on 20% fall
The Bahamas must “make some changes and quickly if we’re going to save our business” based on “sobering” boating industry feedback, its marina association chief warned yesterday.
Housing crisis solution must ‘break the norm’
The Bahamas must “take some tough decisions and break the norm” to solve its affordable housing crisis, a prominent developer is warning, with rents in some communities now higher than the mortgage payments.
PM: ‘No alarm’ over ten-fold deficit rise
The Prime Minister yesterday asserted there is “no alarm” over the near ten-fold increase in the Government’s fiscal deficit through August as he hit back at the Opposition’s “rudderless ship” claims.
PM: 15% corporate tax will be ‘steep departure’
The Prime Minister yesterday warned that implementing the 15 percent corporate income tax on major multinationals will be “a steep departure” for The Bahamas given that it has no history of such levies.
Woman testifies ex-boyfriend threatened her with death and stabbed her in head
A WOMAN testified that her ex-boyfriend sent her a message saying, “You ga dead,” before he came home and stabbed her in the head.
Sweeting calls tabled local govt bill ‘pivotal milestone’
WORKS and Local Government Minister Clay Sweeting tabled the long-awaited Local Government Bill in the House of Assembly Tuesday, marking what he called a “pivotal milestone” to modernise the country’s approach to local governance.
‘Top-Up Tax won’t be burden to Bahamians’
ELECTED officials debated a bill to introduce a new corporate tax aimed at multi-national corporations with annual revenues exceeding $800 million.
Another conflict turns deadly
A MAN was gunned down to become the country’s latest murder victim of the year.
GB woman murdered on Turks and Caicos Island
GRAND Bahama residents are reeling after one of their own, Aiesha Clark Williams, 47, was murdered in Turks & Caicos last week –– one year after her husband was fatally shot on the same island.
‘Why secrecy on hiring ex-CCA VP?’
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis has questioned the Davis administration’s secrecy surrounding hiring Daniel Liu, former senior vice-president of China Construction America (CCA), as a “special envoy to China”.
PM: Second homeowners owe 70% of unpaid property taxes
The Prime Minister yesterday accused wealthy foreign second homeowners of being responsible for 70 percent of all unpaid real property taxes as he hit out at ‘enforcement’ being portrayed as “a scary word”.
Don’t Blink Home Run Derby returns
The Don’t Blink Home Run Derby in Paradise dubbed the “Greatest Show on the Sand” continues to grow and expand at an astronomical rate.
Young GB man allegedly takes his own life
A YOUNG man who suffered from mental illness and was reported missing earlier this week by his father was discovered on Wednesday after allegedly taking his own life.
If Liu indeed was hired, tell us why
THE ruling in the Baha Mar court case that saw $1.6bn being awarded to Sarkis Izmirlian in his battle with China Construction America (CCA) has raised plenty of questions.
Govt must fight abuse of women
IN today’s paper, Tuesday 5th November 2024, there contained a disturbing story on the front page about a female hotel employee that was stabbed at the resort by a male known to her.
FRONT PORCH: Racism is entrenched in the soil of America
“Racism is deep in the soil.” - Anonymous
STATESIDE: Middle East and Ukraine wars first hurdles for Trump presidency
SEVERAL couples had gathered on Election Night outside Washington, DC.
DPM slams ‘cynical’ tourism assertions
The Deputy Prime Minister yesterday hit out at the “troubling wave of dismissive and cynical comments” about new tourism projects and concerns that stopover visitors are declining.
DPM blasts ‘fool’s errand’ of video’s crime warning
The Deputy Prime Minister yesterday accused the producers of a widely-circulated video warning tourists not to visit The Bahamas due to high crime levels of “biting the hand that feeds you”.
KEITH ROYE: Taking the quantum leap for competitive advantage
Quantum computing, once confined to the pages of science fiction, is fast becoming a game-changer for many businesses and industries.
Minnis: Ex-CCA chief’s special envoy status is ‘very troubling’
An ex- Prime Minister yesterday argued it was “very troubling” that a China Construction America (CCA) executive who played a key role in the Baha Mar dispute has been made a “special envoy” for The Bahamas.
Honoured for work to map out the nation
Jermaine Johnson quietly goes about mapping vital areas and collecting data from the Bahamian landscape, but his work speaks volumes.
Senator calls potential evictions from shelter ‘heartbreaking’
AN OPPOSITION Senator has spoken out after a protest was held by residents due to be evicted from the Poinciana Inn shelter.
Buddy, Klay pick up wins in Wednesday action
Bahamian sharpshooters Chavano “Buddy” Hield and Klay Thompson both picked up victories on Wednesday night in the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Shiver to remain in prison after bail appeal lost
LINDSAY Shiver, an American woman accused of conspiring with two men in Abaco to kill her husband, will remain in custody after the Court of Appeal reserved its decision on a judge’s ruling to revoke her bail.
Man pleads not guilty to threats of death
A MAN pleaded not guilty in the Magistrate’s Court for threatening another man.
Jamaican national charged with assaulting a woman
A JAMAICAN national pleaded not guilty in the Magistrate’s Court to assaulting a woman.
Cooper: Social media video on crime political and misleading
TOURISM Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper spoke out against a video that he said featured a “disturbing and misleading mishmash” of past reports intended to harm the country’s reputation and deter tourists this Fall and winter season.
Issues over arrest of David Cash
THE story in The Tribune on 4th November 2024 of the arrest in Freeport of Attorney David Cash on Saturday 2nd November and his being charged with disorderly conduct raises, to my mind, some interesting but disturbing constitutional and legal issues.
Tourism opens new artisan incubation centre on Shirley Street
THE Tourism Development Corporation has announced an expansion of its tourism incubator centres following the launch of its pilot site on Shirley Street.
Bahamian group teams for insolvency seminar
A specialist insolvency body is teaming with a Bahamian group to stage a December 10 seminar for corporate restructuring and bankruptcy specialists at Baha Mar.
Sir Ian Winder awarded ‘Super Lion’ honour
The Chancellor Hall Super Lions Banquet, an esteemed event celebrating the achievements of distinguished alumni of Chancellor Hall, University of the West Indies (UWI), proudly awarded the prestigious “Super Lion Award” to Sir Ian Winder, Chief Justice of The Bahamas, for his outstanding contributions to the legal profession and society.
C&W foundation hosts annual fundraising gala
The Cable & Wireless Charitable Foundation (CWCF) recently hosted its annual fundraising gala, bringing together partners, supporters, and stakeholders for a memorable evening celebrating community empowerment and digital inclusion across the Caribbean.
Second Sunday hot meals at Moseff House
Bahamas Feeding Network volunteers and Moseff House Ministry will partner for a highly anticipated community gathering, providing words of encouragement and hundreds of hot meals on November 10 at the little cottage called Moseff House on Fox Hill Road.
Sands-Moultrie: We can have more developmental programmes
Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) pro Jonquel “JJ” Jones made Bahamian history as the first woman to successfully win a WNBA Finals MVP and WNBA championship with the New York Liberty’s 3-2 series win against the Minnesota Lynx in October.
Wednesday, November 6
LETTER: Why is cost so high on GB airport?
GRAND Bahama International Airport … did the powers simply decide to use a large sledge hammer rather than a more economic approach to rebuilding the terminal to a quality that it would be hurricane safe? Nothing wrong with the structure … remove soft metal sidings and install precast concrete slabs - floor to ceiling. The rest is internal restoration not $300 plus million, but maybe $100m.
LETTER: Wrong type of development for Exuma
Kindly allow me space in your publication to express my concerns after attending the public consultation in Black Point, Exuma on Thursday, October 3, 2024 regarding the proposed development on east Sampson Cay.
LETTER: Is violence un-Bahamian?
VIOLENCE…un-Bahamian? Where did our love of violence come from? Have you noticed murder but not robbing. Causes? It is easy to suggest but there is a raw reality…We have killed the family...heavy emphasis for years on single parenting (not saying there are not extra ordinary positive examples but).
The power of the vote in democracies
IF you are anything like the staff here at The Tribune, you spent last night watching the coverage from the US election.
VJ Edgecombe makes collegiate debut
Bimini native Valdez “VJ” Edgecombe Jr finally made his collegiate debut with the Baylor Bears last night and is already making rounds on social media for a monster dunk he threw down against the no. 6 Gonzaga Bulldogs at the Spokane Arena in Spokane, Washington.
Prince Strachan catches first TD, Mike Strachan makes NFL practice squad
Bahamian wide receiver Prince Strachan caught his first touchdown of the season over the weekend for the Boise State University Broncos.
Bahamas Bowl Weekly Notes
Each week, the Bahamas Bowl will spotlight college football players and teams from Conference USA and the Mid-American Conference. This will provide insight into the programs that are vying for a spot in the Bahamas Bowl on January 4, 2025, at Thomas A Robinson National Stadium in Nassau.
Norius ‘ready’ for Atlantic Coast Pro
Fitness instructor Jimmy Norius is preparing to have a successful showing at the International Fitness and Bodybuilding Federation (IFBB) Atlantic Coast Pro competition slated for November 16-17 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He is scheduled to compete in the open class men’s physique, classic physique masters and men’s physique masters.
JJ parade slated for November 16 and 18
Grand Bahamian Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) champion Jonquel “JJ” Jones and the league’s champions the New York Liberty got their celebrations started in the Big Apple a week ago and now those celebrations will be coming to The Bahamas.
Sports Calendar November 5
THE Blue Chip Athletics Club is scheduled to host a souse-out fundraiser on November 9 at the Queen’s College school grounds.
‘The first step’: Loan requests rebound to pre-COVID volume
Restoring credit applications to pre-COVID volumes is just “the first step” to reversing the $500m pandemic-driven cut in the Bahamian commercial banking industry’s loan book, a senior executive said yesterday.
Gov’t urged: ‘Come clean’ on $133.4m spending hike
The Opposition’s finance spokesman yesterday demanded that “the Government must come clean” over the $133.4m spending jump that drove a near ten-fold deficit surge for the two months to August.
‘Nonsensical’ for CCA to declare bankruptcy
A key Sarkis Izmirlian ally yesterday reiterated it would be “nonsensical” and “ground breaking” for Baha Mar’s contractor and its affiliates to declare bankruptcy as protection against his $1.642bn damages award.
Abaco resort concern over slower bookings
An Abaco resort yesterday voiced concern over slower forward bookings even though revenues year-to-date are up 7 percent on a record-breaking 2023.
Bay Street taxi fight ‘not armed robbery’
Bahamian businesses yesterday called for a greater police presence in commercial areas ahead of the upcoming season after a visitor suffered “minor injuries” in a dispute with a taxi driver.
NAD unveils plans for up to $8.5m solar build-out
Lynden Pindling International Airport’s (LPIA) operator will tomorrow unveil plans to invest up to $8.5m in a solar energy project it hopes to start constructing by fall 2025.
Travel event set to showcase Bahamas’ ‘frontrunner’ status
The Ministry of Tourism’s director-general is leading the Bahamian delegation at a three-day global travel trade show in London that is due to end tomorrow.
ALICIA WALLACE: Dear survivor, I believe you
EVERY now and then, there is a story that takes over the news. It is a top story one day, and lingers in the main section, even if not on the front page, for a while. It pops up again when it becomes particularly relevant. It is discussed widely, and in public, by people with varying degrees of knowledge of the situation, but usually with strong opinions regardless of knowledge.
Bar chief condemns arrest of David Cash
THE Bahamas Bar Association condemned the arrest of attorney David Cash, who was charged with disorderly conduct and obscene language after attempting to meet with his client, Mervie Knowles, a Grand Bahama care home administrator accused of elder abuse and financial exploitation.
Prosecutors accuse Gibson defence team of repeated delays
THE lead prosecutor in the criminal trial involving Long Island MP Adrian Gibson and others accused the defence team of repeatedly delaying proceedings by introducing documents not yet proven to be relevant to the case.
Sands calls Davis’ immigration commission ‘lip service’ tactic
FREE National Movement Chairman Dr Duane Sands has questioned the existence of the immigration commission Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis announced last year.
Coleby-Davis announces two-day energy summit to begin tomorrow
THE Ministry of Transport and Energy will host a two-day energy summit from November 7 to November 8 under the theme “Accelerating the Bahamas Energy Transition through Innovative and Strategic Partnership”.
American man pleads guilty to assault on cruise ship worker
AN American man pleaded guilty to assaulting a cruise ship employee aboard the vessel.
Preschool owner charged with failing to pay NIB contributions
A NURSERY and preschool owner plead not guilty to failing to pay over $15,000 in National Insurance Board contributions for the past five years.
Chamber calls for more police patrols downtown
THE Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’s Confederation (BCCEC) called on the police to increase patrols in all commercial areas after a downtown incident captured on camera.
Org announces Map4 Good to help non-profit organisations
THE Organisation for Responsible Governance (ORG) announced the launch of Map4 Good Bahamas, an initiative to improve access to resources and support for non-profit and faith-based organisations nationwide.
Mitchell: Climate change is Bahamas’ number one issue
FOREIGN Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell said Prime Minister Philip Davis has indicated that climate change is the number one policy issue for The Bahamas.
Man killed in morning murder
A man in his late 20s to early 30s was found dead on Finlayson Street in Bain Town following reports of gunshots on Wednesday morning. Superintendent Devon Robinson of the Southern Division confirmed that the incident appears to have originated on Bowe Alley, with the victim attempting to flee north before collapsing.
Single dads and grandparents seeking food assistance
THE number of single fathers and grandparents facing food insecurity in The Bahamas has risen, with demand for assistance showing no signs of decline, according to Hands For Hunger executive director Keisha Ellis.
PM calls for end of Cuba embargo
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis reaffirmed The Bahamas’ position on Cuba during his Diplomatic Week opening address at the Grand Lucayan Resort, calling for an end to the trade embargo restricting economic exchange with the island nation.
American mega resorts owner in negotiations to buy Atlantis
The multi-billion dollar owner of iconic Las Vegas mega resorts such as Caesars Palace, MGM Grand and the Venetian is exploring a deal for Paradise Island's Atlantis resort.
'Bring integrity commission now'
CALLS for an independent Integrity Commission have intensified after revelations surrounding former Christie administration officials involved in the Baha Mar conflict with Sarkis Izmirlian and China Construction America (CCA).
Trump wins White House
Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday, an extraordinary comeback for a former president who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a violent insurrection at the US Capitol, was convicted of felony charges and survived two assassination attempts.
Tuesday, November 5
Energy forum to promote renewables and reforms
A Cabinet minister yesterday announced that The Bahamas will host an energy forum in a bid to promote energy efficiency and support the increased use of renewable sources.
Pintard: Liveable wage will grow Bahamas middle class
The Opposition’s leader yesterday said implementing an as-yet undefined and undetermined liveable wage could help more Bahamians gain middle class status.
Entrepreneur launches platform to manage customer relationship
A Bahamian entrepreneur yesterday said he has launched a customer relationship management platform targeting especially micro, small and medium-sized businesses in the Bahamian market.
Creative entrepreneurs to be awarded grants
The Small Business Development Centre (SBDC) will tonight name the 39 ‘orange economy’ entrepreneurs who are set to receive a collective $162,538 in grant funding.
Third cohort of the National Youth Guard sees 63 men and women graduate
SIXTY-three men and women from across the nation graduated as the third cohort of the National Youth Guard yesterday, pledging to serve, protect, and lead with honour.
Sweeting’s Cay man charged with vehicular manslaughter
A MALE Sweeting’s Cay resident was charged in Freeport Magistrate’s Court on Monday in connection with the August road death of a motorcyclist.
Davis to be inducted in sports National Hall of Fame
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis will be inducted into the National Hall of Fame as part of National Sports Heritage Month, according to Youth, Sports, and Culture Minister Mario Bowleg.
National Neighbourhood Watch Council head says relationship with police improving
THE chairman of the Bahamas National Neighbourhood Watch Council, Keno Wong, said the council’s relationship with the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) has “rekindled”, despite past criticisms of police inactivity.
Client suing TSWCCU over what he claims are unauthorised withdrawals
A CLIENT of the Teachers and Salaried Workers Cooperative Credit Union Limited sued the company, alleging it breached its fiduciary duty and acted negligently by facilitating several unauthorised withdrawals from his fixed account, totalling $14,000.
Distressed group protests imminent eviction from Poinciana Inn shelter
A BLIND woman, a mother of six, and a dialysis patient are pleading for more time at the Poinciana Inn, a temporary shelter from where they face imminent eviction.
PETER YOUNG: US warning to Israel on aid
IN 1946, President Harry Truman declared the support of the US for the creation of a Jewish state. Since then, its backing for Israel has been largely consistent even though, as demonstrated by Presidents Eisenhower and Ford, this has not necessarily been unwavering. Nonetheless, over the years, Israel has been the largest cumulative recipient of US aid to the extent that it can even be said to have relied on America for its very existence.
Bahamas must ‘flirt’ with 3% growth to sustain jobless cut
The Bahamas must “flirt” with sustained annual economic growth of up to 3 percent to further slash structural unemployment and prove external forecasters wrong, the Central Bank’s governor said yesterday.
Regulator to ‘tolerate’ larger bank dividends to ease fee pressures
The Central Bank’s governor yesterday said it will “tolerate” larger dividend payments to the Canadian parents of Bahamian commercial banks to ease the pressure for further fee increases.
Vacation rental ‘dampening’ fears from pricing declines
The Central Bank’s governor yesterday voiced concern that declining vacation rental prices and occupancies could “dampen new investments” in the sector if this drop-off becomes a sustaining trend.
Key CCA executive now Bahamas ‘special envoy’
A senior China Construction America (CCA) executive who played a key role in the Baha Mar dispute appears to have further prospered through being appointed “a special envoy” by the Bahamian government.
Hotels facing risk in CCA court fight
Baha Mar’s contractor yesterday obtained an “emergency stay” to protect “hundreds” of Bahamian jobs and block the potential “liquidation” of its two Nassau resorts from Sarkis Izmirlian enforcing his $1.642bn award.
Freeport blaze causes over $2m damage
A FIRE ravaged a building complex in the Freeport industrial area on Saturday, causing an estimated $2.35m in damage and decimating two businesses.
Woman stabbed while at work at Baha Mar
A 25-year-old Baha Mar female employee was stabbed yesterday at the resort by a “known male”, according to police.
Mervie lawyer charged with disorderly conduct
ATTORNEY David Cash, who represents Mervie Knowles, the Grand Bahama care home administrator facing allegations of elder abuse and financial exploitation, was charged in the Freeport Magistrate’s Court yesterday with disorderly behaviour and using obscene language.
Monday, November 4
Champions crowned in tennis contest
The premier senior event on the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) calendar came to a successful close on Sunday at the National Tennis Centre in Nassau, Bahamas. The following National Champions were crowned:
Fidelity triumphs in bankers golf contest
The Bankers Athletic Association held its third golf tournament on Sunday at Baha Mar’s Royal Blue Golf Course.
Buddy Hield climbs NBA All-time three point list
It is no secret that Grand Bahamian sharpshooter Chavano “Buddy” Hield has found himself in an ideal situation with Golden State Warriors.
BYFFL opening day kicks off
The 2024 Bahamas Youth Flag Football League (BYFFL) opening day got off to a competitive start on Saturday on the fields opposite the original Thomas A Robinson Stadium. Eight games were played across various age divisions as competition got underway for what is expected to be an eventful season.
Renee Sunshine Davis track meet date set
The Bahamas Baptist Sports Federation’s 2024 Renee “Sunshine” Curry-Davis Track and Field Classic will take place on Saturday, November 16, at the original Thomas A Robinson Track and Field Stadium, starting at 9am.
GSSSA champions: Raptors and knights shine in cross country meet
The CH Reeves Raptors and CR Walker Knights excelled in the junior and senior divisions respectively at the Government Secondary School Sports Association (GSSSA) cross country meet on Saturday in the front of the Thomas A Robinson National Stadium.
INSIGHT: Would Harris or Trump be better for The Bahamas?
THE US election is almost here – as you can tell from flicking on just about any US station. When it’s not the fevered discussion on news channels, it’s the wall to wall advertisements in between segments. Even turning to the streaming websites is no refuge, with the ones carrying advertising pitching election adverts our way even though we have no vote to give.
US Govt: Many failings impacting upon state of Bahamas aviation sector
A REPORT by a US scientific agency has highlighted a number of failings of the nation’s aviation sector and its meteorological equipment, not to mention the glaring lack of any of the mandatory medical services required at each and every Bahamian Out Island aerodrome following a series of visits to Nassau and our Family Island airports.
GAIN AN EDGE: BETA Camp exposing more children to the STEM fields
AS an engineer, D’Andre Wilson-Ihejirika ((Lyford Cay Foundation Scholar Alumni ‘06), doesn’t see problems – she sees solutions. So, when she and fellow engineers realised that many Bahamian students in Grades 7-12 could benefit from greater exposure to STEM fields and careers, in 2014, they created a solution called Bahamas Engineering and Technology Advancement Camp (BETA Camp).
SIR RONALD SANDERS: The death of truth, part II: Why lies risk tearing societies apart
On September 19, I published an article entitled “The Death of Truth,” written from a deep sense of alarm at the spread of deliberate lies, misinformation, and disinformation about matters that are critical to the well-being of people everywhere. At stake are public health, democratic integrity, and social cohesion — all of which are undermined when lies prevail over facts.
90% of import economy in ‘clear and present danger’
Up to 90 percent of The Bahamas’ import-driven economy faces a “clear and present danger” from the intensifying harbour breakwater disintegration, Nassau Container Port’s operator is warning.
‘No straight face’ over Bahamas top for pilots
A Bahamas Flying Ambassador says he “cannot continue to say with a straight face that you are the world’s best private pilot destination” given recent fee hikes, their structure and how they were implemented.
Minimum wage family needing 350% boost to hit middle class
A Bahamian family where both adults are earning the minimum wage would have to increase their income four-and-a-half times to reach “middle class living standards” on New Providence, researchers are asserting.
Cruise power provider ‘beats’ target at $60m
The developer seeking to provide clean energy to vessels docked at Nassau Cruise Port has “surpassed” its initial target by raising “close to $60m” in equity capital as its eyes a January 2025 construction start.
Nassau arrival for cruise line’s first-ever LNG ship
The first-ever liquefied natural gas (LNG) powered cruise ship operated by Princess Cruise made Nassau its inaugural Caribbean port of call on October 13.
Lower prices pledged at newly-opened Cost Right
AML Foods has pledged that Cost Right members will enjoy lower prices following the Nassau store’s $12m relocation from the Town Centre Mall to its new East-West Highway home.
Port operator ‘on track’ to beat EBITDA goal by 7%
Nassau Container Port’s operator says operating income for its current financial year to end-June 2025 is “on track” to beat forecasts by 7 percent based on its performance through August 2024.
Affordable housing squeeze from vacation rentals drive
Cat Island is yet another destination suffering from an affordable housing shortage as landlords increasingly invest in the short-term vacation rental market, a local realtor is warning.
Four-day work week gains mixed reviews
Businesses and trade unions gave mixed opinions on whether The Bahamas should shift to a four-day work week amid concern this will force the Government to pay increasing overtime costs.
ACTIVTRADES: Bitcoin & Co and the US election
Global stock markets enjoyed a roller coaster during the final two days of trading last week. On Thursday, the Nasdaq lost almost 2 percent, but experienced a 1 percent increase on Friday and the index closed once more above the 20,000 point mark. The release of new quarterly earnings, and mixed results from some large US technology giants, combined with lower-than-expected job numbers in the US to create higher-than-normal volatility in the western financial markets.
Minnis emphasises urgent need for collaboration on climate change
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis delivered a keynote address at the University of Virginia, emphasising the urgent need for international cooperation to combat climate change and address public health crises affecting small island nations like The Bahamas.
Study shows little link between parenting style and academic performance
A RECENT Bahamian study has examined the link between parenting styles and student academic performance, finding little evidence of a strong connection between the authoritative, authoritarian and permissive parenting styles and students’ academic performance.
‘A hurt child is a dangerous adult,’ says Dr Allen
AFTER Prime Minister Philip Davis revealed that nearly 85 to 90 percent of inmates at the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services (BDOCS) experienced abuse as children, renowned Bahamian psychiatrist Dr David Allen said he is not surprised.
‘Adult aggression linked to corporal punishment’
A University of The Bahamas study has once again highlighted a troubling link between childhood corporal punishment and adult aggression, with researchers suggesting that an end to the practice could lead to less aggressive behaviors in society.
$10k a month to be middle class
A NEW academic study has found that a middle-class family of four in New Providence and Grand Bahama needs over $10,000 a month to sustain a basic lifestyle, with costs in the nation’s capital estimated to be slightly higher than in Grand Bahama.
Deadly Sunday morning shooting
POLICE are investigating the death of a man found with gunshot wounds on Carmichael Road early Sunday morning, marking the country’s 103rd murder this year.
Sunday, November 3
Call to support Carey family to restore home
An appeal is being made for nationwide assistance to help Ingrid Carey restore her residence after it was left in disarray on Friday so that she and her family could return home by December.
Carey family trauma at state of returned home
The Carey family was devastated on returning to their home on Friday only to find it in ruins after Mervie Knowles’ relatives were allowed seven days to remove her personal belongings from the residence while she remained in police custody.
Friday, November 1
Brother tells of night man was killed after being struck by car
THE BROTHER of a 20-year-old man who died in a traffic accident on Tonique William Darling Highway in 2017 said he was in a state of shock during the ordeal as the inquiry into matter continued on Friday.
Sands calls Family Islands healthcare 'prehistoric'
FREE National Movement (FNM) chairman Dr Duane Sands on Friday called for a revamping of healthcare delivery in the Family Islands, describing the current system as "prehistoric".
Teen boys deny armed robbery
TWO teenage boys denied robbing a man at gunpoint in April in New Providence.
Bail granted in gun case
A MAN was granted bail on Friday after he was allegedly found with a loaded in 2021 in New Providence.
Man denies attempted murder
A MAN denied his involvement in the attempted killing of a man in New Providence in February.
Historic homer: ‘Jazz’ Chisholm Jr blasts a home run in his first World Series
Bahamian Jasrado “Jazz” Chisholm Jr ended his 2024 Major League Baseball (MLB) postseason with a heartbreaking 4-1 series loss in the World Series, but his season, which ended with a trade to the Big Apple, was one for the books.
Hitting the Wall PART 3: Overcoming Emotional Blocks for Sustained Success
IN the final part of our “Hitting the Wall” series, we’ll dive into one of the most challenging barriers for athletes to navigate - emotional blocks.
VJ Edgecombe jr and AJ Storr make preseason watchlists
BAHAMIAN collegiate players Valdez “VJ” Edgecombe Jr and AJ Storr are already turning heads before the start of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) men’s basketball season.
Clubs and Societies November 1
The Kiwanis Club of the Rising Sun will be holding a book drive on November 23 from 2-4pm.
The sports calendar November 1
THE Diocesan Youth Department is scheduled to host the Alpheus “Hawk” Finlayson Track & Field Classic today and Saturday at the original Thomas A Robinson Stadium.The event is slated to begin at 6pm on Friday and at 8:30am on Saturday.
Buddy Hield, Deandre Ayton on fire to start NBA season
BAHAMIAN National Basketball Association (NBA) pros Chavano “Buddy” Hield and Deandre Ayton have started their 2024-25 campaign on a high note.
Veteran broadcaster Darold Miller honoured at funeral
VETERAN broadcaster Darold Miller was honoured yesterday as family and friends gathered for his funeral at Bahamas Faith Ministries International.
Lying in state of Philip Galanis
POLITICIANS, colleagues, family, and friends gathered yesterday at the House of Assembly to pay their respects to Philip Galanis, whose body lay in state ahead of his funeral this morning.
Man denies trying to kill two people with a handgun
A MAN denied attempting to kill two people with a handgun in 2022
18-year manslaughter sentence for killing a man in botched robbery
A 35-year-old man was sentenced to 18 years in prison for manslaughter after he was convicted for killing a man with a piece of wood during a botched car battery robbery in Miller’s Heights in January.
Teen fined $2,500 for posting nude photos of woman without her consent
AN 18-YEAR-OLD man has been fined $2,500 for posting nude images of a woman without her permission.
ONE ELEUTHERA: Honouring our ancestors’ botanical legacy
SUMMER Temperatures have eased, and the days are getting shorter. Hurricane threats are lessening, and our beautiful waters are regaining their mesmerizing turquoise hue as algal blooms associated with summer heat dissipate. These occurrences can only mean one thing – we must be in November! The month is marked by one of the quintessential American holidays, which we as a nation have somewhat adopted for the celebration of its gastronomic pleasures. It is widely held that the first American Thanksgiving was a harvest feast shared by the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag people, an indigenous North American Tribe, in 1621. The feast consisted of indigenous game, vegetables and fruit of the Americas – turkey, cranberries and pumpkin to name just a few.
IAN FERGUSON: Don’t ignore political pitfalls and their impact on business
Politics can enormously impact business. As a result of this, aspiring entrepreneurs, business leaders and corporate strategists in heavily regulated industries should familiarise themselves with its effects. With the US presidential election looming, economies depending on that country should pay close attention to the potential fall-out from a Harris or Trump win.
PM: 16% GDP growth places constituency on ‘upward track’
The Prime Minister yesterday asserted that the island economies in his constituency are on an “upward trajectory” after their combined GDP output grew by 16 percent to $58m in 2023.
Poor connectivity, high airfares 'definitely big killer' for Cat Isl.
Cat Island resort operators yesterday branded the lack of same-day air connectivity and high airfares as "definitely a big killer" for their growth prospects and those of the island's tourism industry.
'Hold them accountable': Hotels in Airbnb rescues
Hoteliers yesterday demanded that vacation rental owners be "held accountable" and pay their fair share in government taxes as several revealed how they "rescued" tourists from sub-standard properties.
Airlift connectivity woes branded 'glass half full'
CAT Island tourism operators were yesterday urged to treat the lack of same-day air connectivity as a "glass half full" despite it being branded "a big killer" for their resorts and other businesses.
Realtors seek legal advice as top firms face DIR fines
The Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA) was yesterday awaiting legal advice with several top realtors facing fines of $25,000 for not replying to a Department of Inland Revenue (DIR) "fishing" expedition.
Senator condemns abuse after horror of court case of incest
AN OPPOSITION Senator has condemned all acts of abuse against minors after a horrific court case this week that saw a 62-year-old grandfather convicted of 22 counts of incest and one count of indecent assault against his granddaughter.
Pintard: PM’s comments have ‘eroded any possibility of a credible investigation’
FNM leader Michael Pintard criticised Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis for his comments on a recent court ruling favouring Baha Mar’s original developer, arguing that the Prime Minister’s shifting stance undermines public trust and risks the credibility of any independent investigation.
Glover-Rolle pledges to cover BPL reconnection fee for constituents
GOLDEN Gates residents with disconnected electricity may soon have power restored this holiday season, as area MP Pia Glover-Rolle has pledged to cover their reconnection fees through a holiday programme launched by the Ministry of Energy in partnership with Bahamas Power and Light (BPL).
‘This country needs an enema to cleanse the bowel of politics’
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis has called for a “purge” and an “enema” to cleanse Bahamian politics in the wake of the US court ruling in the Baha Mar case.
Davis concerned over country’s ability to keep trained Bahamian nurses
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis yesterday expressed concerns about the loss of trained Bahamian nurses to the US, highlighting the country’s struggle to compete with high salaries and signing bonuses.
MOE taking steps to fix infrastructural issues disrupting school in Grand Cay
FOLLOWING reports of persistent infrastructure issues at Grand Cay All Age School, the Ministry of Education said it is taking steps to address disruptions affecting the water supply and phone service on the island.
Police still investigating fight between two brothers-in-law that turned fatal
A FIGHT between two brothers-in-law that turned deadly this week has been classified as a “death investigation”, police said yesterday.
The sports calendar October 31
THE Diocesan Youth Department is scheduled to host the Alpheus “Hawk” Finlayson Track & Field Classic this Friday and Saturday at the original Thomas A Robinson Stadium.The event is slated to begin at 6pm on Friday and at 8:30am on Saturday.
Shannon Hanna II 13th overall at the U23 world wrestling Championships
SHANNON Hanna II continues to have an active year in amateur wrestling. Coming off the heels of a third-place finish at the U23 Pan-American Championships, Hanna finished in 13th place at the 2024 U23 World Wrestling Championships.
Chisholm jr hits a home run on MLB’s big stage
BAHAMIAN third baseman Jasrado “Jazz” Chisholm Jr and the New York Yankees were looking to extend the World Series to seven games, but the Los Angeles Dodgers had plans to celebrate a World Series title win on Wednesday night and they did it.
UB Mingoes lock up the Crimestoppers in showcase showdown
THE University of The Bahamas Mingoes men’s basketball team picked up a 99-95 victory over the Royal Bahamas Police Force Crimestoppers last week Thursday at the Kendal Isaacs National Gymnasium.
Athletes of the Month: ‘Jazz’ and ‘JJ’ make history in October
FOR the second consecutive month, Bahamian pros Jonquel “JJ” Jones and Jasrado “Jazz” Chisholm Jr claimed the Tribune Athletes of the Month honours.
Winder calls for strategy to stop retaliatory killings
CHIEF Justice Sir Ian Winder has called for a comprehensive strategy to address the ongoing cycle of retaliatory killings, urging all sectors to collaborate in finding effective crime solutions while emphasising that the “finger-pointing is very unhelpful”.
NOT GUILTY: Kirk Cornish MP cleared of all charges
NORTH Abaco MP Kirk Cornish expressed relief and gratitude yesterday after being acquitted of rape and assault charges, calling it the close of one of the most “difficult chapters” of his life.
PM: 90 percent of prisoners abused as kids
NEARLY 85 to 90 percent of inmates at the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services (BDOCS) experienced abuse as children, Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis revealed yesterday.
