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DEREK SMITH: ‘Peace of mind’ on data security

Individuals, companies and governments alike are increasingly concerned about data security and privacy as the digital landscape continues to expand.

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ONE ELEUTHERA FOUNDATION: Unlocking the power of corporate social responsibility

IN today’s interconnected world, companies are increasingly expected to be socially responsible and accountable for how their practices impact society and the environment. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) refers to the concept that a business is responsible for more than just creating value and wealth for shareholders but should also seek to benefit the broader community in which it exists.

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Investor forum puts Grand Bahama in the spotlight

THE eyes of the world are on The Bahamas when it comes to investment and conservation, a conference in Grand Bahama heard this week.

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Gibson’s ex-fiancee’s virtual testimony ruling Monday

A SUPREME Court judge will rule on Monday whether Adrian Gibson’s ex-fiancee can testify virtually in his corruption trial.

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Ayton injured, Suns eliminated in Game 6

PHOENIX (AP) — Nikola Jokic scored 32 points in another triple-double, Jamal Murray added 26 and the Denver Nuggets advanced to the Western Conference finals for the first time since 2020 by beating the short-handed Phoenix Suns 125-100 in Game 6 on Thursday night.

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Illegal construction fight has been 'a rank failure'

The Bahamian Contractors Association's (BCA) president yesterday said builders are asking "why should we follow the law" following the country's "rank failure to manage the built environment".

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Bahamas trade deficit up $325m at five-year high

The Bahamas' trade deficit expanded by $314.6m or 10.7 percent during 2022 to hit a five-year high of $3.254bn, it was reveled yesterday, as inflation and higher global oil prices caused import costs to soar.

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GIBSON WITNESS IN ABUSE CLAIM: ‘Brutal attack’ alleged as ex-girlfriend wants to testify by video link

THE ex-fiancee of Adrian Gibson has alleged that the Long Island MP abused her, prompting her desire to testify virtually in his corruption trial rather than in person.

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ALICIA WALLACE: It is up to citizens to hold the govt responsible on human rights issues

HUMAN rights are being discussed with more frequency in The Bahamas in recent years, due in no small part to the human rights violations taking place and the responses of non-governmental organisations and the general public.

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GB Power solar rates '30% below Caribbean'

Grand Bahama Power Company says the solar power rate it has obtained from independent energy providers (IPPs) is "30 percent less than what you see elsewhere" in the Caribbean.

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Govt to remove shanty homes via building regulations act

ATTORNEY General Ryan Pinder said the Davis administration would demolish shanty town structures using the process outlined in the Buildings Regulation Act after the Supreme Court failed to deliver a favourable result to the government last week.

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Bahamas liquidators slam US FTX chief's 'underhand' tactics

FTX's Bahamian liquidators yesterday accused their US adversaries of employing "underhanded" tactics to seize control of all the crypto exchange's clients and assets - including those that fall under their winding-up process.

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FACE TO FACE: The Lindroth family; Bahamian at heart

HE was just 14 months old when he first set foot on Bahamian soil. Walking with the pitter patter that toddlers do, Magnus Lindroth wiggled his toes in the sand and got his feet wet on what is now called Paradise Island. Here, his views of the world would be shaped as he basked in island life.

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Adrian Gibson corruption trial begins

ADRIAN Gibson’s corruption trial began yesterday with his lawyer filing a constitutional motion to force an in-person testimony from a key witness.

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Restaurant crowdfunder targeting $2.4m in sales

A restaurant entrepreneur yesterday said he is targeting $2.4m in total sales for 2023 as he mulls opening a third location on Carmichael Road.

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WORLD VIEW: Objective journalism threatened by fake content and false media platforms

MEDIA freedom in the Americas, from Canada in the North to Argentina in the South, with the Caribbean in between, did not rank very well in the 2023 World Press Freedom (WPF) Index.

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No regard for residents

I refer to a letter published May 2 penned by one BA Sweeting in opposition to the proposed development of Viking Court, West Bay Street.

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We are the champions

THE sixth edition of the Noble Preparatory Academy’s (NPA) spring classic basketball tournament saw four new champions crowned.

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'Improve service quality before rolling out 5G'

Bahamian businesses and consumers want their communications providers to first focus on improving the quality and reliability of existing services before exploring the introduction of 5G (fifth generation) technology.

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FNM Deputy hits out at amendment to security branch members' medical insurance policy

FREE National Movement Deputy Leader Shanendon Cartwright called government’s amendment to the medical insurance policy for security branch members “disgraceful and heartless”.