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Police investigating if any ‘criminal conduct’ is involved in construction of shelter in Abaco

PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said police have been asked to investigate issues over the construction of a hurricane shelter in Abaco.

‘We know we can do more because Abaco deserves more’, says Davis

AS the fourth anniversary of Hurricane Dorian was marked on Friday, Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said “we can do more” to help the island of Abaco.

Professional ‘step child’ hits $1bn permits mark

The Bahamian Contractors Association’s (BCA) president says the construction industry is still being treated like a “step child” despite data showing it is already a $1bn per year industry.

$3m Governor’s Harbour project in 45 full-time jobs

A developer is aiming to invest $3m in constructing a 49-unit subdivision and full-service marina at Governor’s Harbour that will create 45 full-time jobs once build-out is completed.

Corporate income tax: Not ‘holding the bag’

The Bahamas Motor Dealers Association’s (BMDA) president says a corporate income tax levied on net profits would be “fantastic” for the industry if it eliminates a Business Licence regime that can tax companies into a loss.

FTX chief orders Bahamas: Hand over SBF interviews

FTX’s US chief is accusing his Bahamian counterparts of seeking to “shield from scrutiny” details of their interviews with Sam Bankman-Fried and other key insiders that he now wants handed over.

‘Mother’ Pratt sworn in as new Governor General

CYNTHIA “Mother” Pratt was sworn in on Friday as the 12th Governor General of The Bahamas as she spoke of the need to “support the weak, and lift up the fallen”.

Bodybuilders earn their pro cards

Jimmy Norius and Tarran Knowles can now hold the distinction of being the first two Bahamians to earn their professional bodybuilding cards from two different organisations.

World eSports: Lucius finishes 33rd overall

AFTER advancing to the first round of the playoffs, gamer Johnathon Lucius fell to Peru to end his journey in the International Esports Federation’s (IESF) World Championships this past weekend.

Undefeated Cybots beat Crimestoppers

WITH the Bahamas Government Departmental Basketball Association (BGDBA) season winding down, the undefeated Bain and Grants Town Cybots dropped the Police Crimestoppers 88-81 this past weekend.

Bahamas Youth Flag Football League ‘in-season training’

THE Bahamas Youth Flag Football League (BYFFL) season returned this past weekend at the Thomas A Robinson national stadium.

UB Mingoes women’s volleyball team gains valuable experience

THE University of The Bahamas women’s volleyball team lost both matches to Florida National University Conquistadors but head coach Raymond Wilson said the team not only improved but also gained valuable experience heading into the season.

‘Nothing to ease pressure’ over high insurance costs

Bahamian insurers are warning there is “nothing that will ease the pressure” on soaring catastrophe coverage costs as they nervously await the total damages and insured losses from Hurricane Idalia’s strike on Florida.

‘Road map’ for 5G plan amid Starlink pushback

Regulators have pledged “to develop a road map” for deploying 5G (fifth generation) technology in The Bahamas amid continuing concerns from the two incumbent operators about the arrival of Elon Musk’s Starlink.

Building material suppliers watching for Idalia fall-out

Bahamian building materials costs and availability could come under pressure from post-Hurricane Idalia reconstruction on Florida’s west coast, local suppliers have warned.

Pain and sadness on Dorian anniversary

THE anniversary of Hurricane Dorian still conjures pain and sadness for many people in Abaco and Grand Bahama.

BISX fund eyeing up to $10m warehouse raise

A BISX-listed real estate yesterday said it plans to raise up to $10m within the next six months to finance development of its Carmichael Road warehouse after profits near-doubled during the 2023 first-half.

UN specialist warns on storm debt cycle

A United Nations (UN) foreign debt specialist yesterday disclosed that The Bahamas is still paying off borrowings related to three post-hurricane restorations with the country facing “almost unbelievable pressure” from climate change.

Gov’t spending reform is ‘absolute necessity’

The Opposition yesterday branded reform of government spending as an “absolute necessity” as it argued that the $804.5m increase in total expenditure compared to pre-COVID levels is “possibly unsustainable”.

Sebas teams with University of The Bahamas to solve ‘dire need’ for skills

Island Luck’s co-founder yesterday teamed with the University of The Bahamas to launch the ‘Smarter Bahamas’ initiative that aims to solve the “dire need” for enhanced technology skills among local workers.

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