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Firearms possession

Jamilla Kennyatta Thomas, 33, inadvertently carried a live round of ammunition into the Bahamas. She was arrested at Lynden Pindling International Airport on May 29th as she prepared to board a return flight to the US-Glendale, California. The bullet was a single 9mm round. Jamilla was pregnant, incurred travel delay and sustained mental distress over this event. She had to plead guilty to criminal possession of ammunition before a magistrate and pay a serious fine to avoid prison.

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‘Buddy’ and Bahamas ready to face Venezuela

Although they have yet to “finalise” the team, head coach Chris DeMarco said the Bahamas coaching staff will select a “solid” 12-man roster coming out of this week’s training camp to play against Venezuela at the Kendal Isaacs Gymnasium on Thursday night.

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Jonquel Jones and Sun to face Wings on the road tonight

Connecticut Sun (25-11, 11-7 Eastern Conference) at Dallas Wings (18-18, 8-10 Western Conference)

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McLean: ‘The expectations are high because we have better players coming out’

FORMER Bahamian basketball player Mikhail McLean is happy to take a break from his duties as an assistant director of player development at the University of Houston to serve as an assistant coach on the men’s national basketball team.

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Mychel Thompson Jr excited to be playing for his country

WHILE his father, Mychal ‘Sweet Bells’ Thompson, paved the way as the first Bahamian to play in the National Basketball Association and the first foreign-born to be drafted number one, Mychel Thompson Jr said he’s excited to be able to continue to make his contribution as the first member of his family to play for Team Bahamas.

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Anthonique Strachan takes on new role

WHILE she celebrated her 29th birthday on Monday in transit from the Bahamas to Europe, sprinter Anthonique Strachan added another feather to her cap when she was elected as a Member-at-Large for the North American, Central American and Caribbean Athletes’ Commission.

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PETER YOUNG: Battle to become Britain’s next PM nears conclusion

THE media in Britain is justly renowned for its comprehensive coverage of domestic and international news alike. As a source of reliable information, it plays a significant role in shaping public attitudes, perceptions and opinions, since what people think about events outside their own personal experience tends to be influenced by how news is reported in newspapers and on radio and television.

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FACE TO FACE: Aisha honours her grandmother and begins a brand new life

AISHA Lloyd-Minnis has found a way to turn the pain of grief into a powerful story. She has upgraded her mindset from limiting self-doubt to powerful self-confidence. She has learned to shift from a place of holding on to fear, to one of letting go and being filled with faith. Her life has completely changed because she changed her outlook on life. As her journey in self transformation continues, she is helping others to find their personal power as well.

Reports of Nottage death false

THE family of former member of Parliament Kendal Nottage has said social media posts circulating about his death are false.

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Cruise port targeting $40m yearly revenue

Nassau Cruise Port will generate up to $40m in annual operating revenues from 2023 onwards, it has been revealed, with next year’s passenger volumes forecast to hit a record high by breaching the four million mark.

Goodman’s Bay parking plans

Goodman’s Bay - Will the eastern parking area be taken over by employees of the soon to be opened Wynn Condo Hotel?

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Man accused of posting sex video online

A MAN accused of filming a woman giving him oral sex and posting the explicit content online without her consent was granted $3,500 bail yesterday.

BFA selects national team for CONCACAF U-17 boys champs qualifiers

AFTER a thorough evaluation period by the coaches and the Technical Department, the Bahamas Football Association has selected its national team to compete at the CONCACAF 2022 Under-17 Boys Championships Qualifiers.

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For most of our young athletes, NACAC Open Championships was a learning experience

FREEPORT, Grand Bahama — For most of the young Bahamian athletes, whether they made it to the final of their event or not, the 2022 North American, Central American and Caribbean Open Championships turned out to be a learning experience.

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28th Annual AID Clay Court Championships

TWO championship matches were held this weekend as the 28th annual AID Clay Court Championships concluded at the Gym Tennis Centre, with two teams reigning supreme.

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THE KDK REPORT: Beyond the batter’s eye

THERE’S something uniquely American about baseball – its simplicity, the hot dogs and the cheering fans in the stands create what feels like a community connected.

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Cooper: We’re going the right way with agriculture

The Deputy Prime Minister said the country is “moving in the right direction” on sustainable and climate smart agriculture.

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Call to grant gaming licence to GB this year

DR DANIEL Johnson, executive chairman of the Gaming Board, wants to issue a gaming license by the end of this year in Grand Bahama and a second one by next year.

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Ingraham: PLP avoids tough decisions

FORMER prime minister Hubert Ingraham has described the Davis administration as being reluctant to make decisions on controversial issues since being elected, adding that “not long from now” the government will be held accountable for its actions or perceived inaction.

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SHOT DEAD AT BABY SHOWER: One man killed and four boys hurt as gunmen open fire

A JOYOUS occasion quickly turned into mayhem when two men “indiscriminately” opened fire on people gathered for a baby shower, killing one man and injuring four boys.