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Marina chief suffers ‘worst Thanksgiving in 30 years’

A former Association of Bahamas Marinas (ABM) president says he has suffered “the worst Thanksgiving in 30 years” while linking the drop-off in boating traffic directly to VAT’s imposition on foreign yacht charters.

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PI resort proposal expands units 46%

The former Paradise Harbour Club’s proposed redevelopment is being expanded to a seven-storey hotel featuring a 46 percent increase in units compared to earlier plans.

Freeport firm to quadruple ships’ waste reprocessing

A Freeport-based processor of oil and other ships’ waste plans to quadruple its capacity after being selected for financial and technical assistance by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB).

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Prostate cancer and breast cancer: It's in the genes

This article is the fifth prostate cancer related article for the all important September Prostate Cancer Awareness month.

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Gene mutations can predispose Bahamian men to prostate cancer

What does prostate cancer have in common with breast cancer?

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Stingers take Hugh Campbell title back to Grand Bahama

The Sunland Stingers were the most dominant team throughout the 38th Hugh Campbell Basketball Classic and the programme claimed their first tournament title in school history.

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Cornish posts career highs, one of Seawolves' leading scorers

JARON Cornish has excelled in recent weeks in an increased role with the Stony Brook Seawolves and after a series of career highs, has become one of the team’s leading scorers on the season.Cornish is second on the team on the team in scoring at 11.1

Benchmark in 2013 'income' warning

Benchmark (Bahamas) yesterday warned investors to expect a “reduction in income”in 2013, due to the pending liquidation of one of its key clients.

WILLIAMS RALLIES 76ERS TO 95-90 WIN OVER LAKERS

By DAN GELSTON AP Sports Writer PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Lou Williams nailed the go-ahead 3-pointer, scored 14 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, and spoiled Kobe Bryant's record-setting night while leading the Philadelphia 76ers to 95-90 win over the Lo

WILLIAMS RALLIES 76ERS TO 95-90 WIN OVER LAKERS

By DAN GELSTON AP Sports Writer PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Lou Williams nailed the go-ahead 3-pointer, scored 14 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, and spoiled Kobe Bryant's record-setting night while leading the Philadelphia 76ers to 95-90 win over the Lo

WILLIAMS RALLIES 76ERS TO 95-90 WIN OVER LAKERS

By DAN GELSTON AP Sports Writer PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Lou Williams nailed the go-ahead 3-pointer, scored 14 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, and spoiled Kobe Bryant's record-setting night while leading the Philadelphia 76ers to 95-90 win over the Lo

Concern at fishing plan

WHEN I wrote my last letter (November 1, 2016), expressing my concern for the increased Chinese influence, I was not aware of the information that has surfaced regarding the proposed 10,000 acres of farm land in North Andros.

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Last surviving colonial governor dies, aged 101

THE last surviving British colonial governor of the Bahamas has died in England at the age of 101.

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Insurers say many claims over floods

INSURANCE companies reportedly have “a lot of claims coming in” following severe flooding across New Providence, according to industry insiders.

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Battle 4 Atlantis day 1 round-up: Wildcats and Jayhawks advance

THE 2013 Battle 4 Atlantis opened yesterday at Atlantis’ Imperial Arena with the Kansas Jayhawks and Villanova Wildcats advancing to the semifinals with wins in the opening session.

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First game for BGDBA title

ONE team was dominant all season, the other hit an incredible win streak at the right time, and now the two meet to decide The Bahamas Government Departmental Basketball Association title.

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Alarm over drop in water level at sanctuary

THERE is growing concern over the unexplained huge drop in water level of a pond which is considered to be an important wetland and wildlife sanctuary in the Lucaya area of Grand Bahama.

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Bran says he wants another chance in Bamboo Town

DNA Leader Branville McCartney yesterday urged voters in the Bamboo Town constituency to give him another opportunity to represent them, as he suggested that the current area representative Renward Wells has undermined their trust.

Cybot Queens edge the Operators to clinch title berth

ON a night when both teams struggled shooting from the field, the Super Value Cybot Queens did enough to edge the Bommer G Operators and clinch a berth in the championship series.

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Baha May delay’s 50% cut to growth

Baha Mar’s delayed opening could potentially slash 50 per cent off the Bahamas’ 2015 economic growth forecast, a well-known businessman has warned.