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Payment provider eyes 20-25% profit increase
A Bahamian digital payments provider is forecasting a 20-25 percent profits increase in 2022 based on the financial transactions it handles being “no less than double” this year’s $100m.
DEREK SMITH: IT governance vital in data-driven world
Changing economic conditions, access to global markets, evolution of information technology and an increased demand for enhanced corporate governance are all contributing factors to the growth of the Board’s role in governance.
‘Buddy’ scores 17 with 3 steals in loss to Pacers
Chavano “Buddy” Hield continues to have some of his best games of the season in head-to-head matchups with other Bahamian players.
PM 'not minded' to allow oil drilling
PRIME Minister Philip Davis said he is “not minded” to allow oil drilling in The Bahamas and is completely opposed to oil exploitation in the country.
PM hopes COP26 summit is fruitful in climate change fight
PRIME Minister Philip Davis says he’s an optimist and hopes the COP26 summit is fruitful in the fight against climate change even though the cynicism of critics is warranted.
BUT president: Concerns were raised over virtual platform, school repairs
AN alarm was sounded several months ago that not only was the Ministry of Education’s virtual platform inoperable, but that schools were in a dire need for repair, according to Bahamas Union of Teachers President Belinda Wilson yesterday.
Man accused of indecent assault on remand pending probation report
A 60-YEAR-OLD man accused of indecent assault remained on remand pending a probation report to assist the magistrate in considering an appropriate sentencing.
Jet skis return November 15
A Cabinet minister yesterday told jet ski and watercraft operators they can return to work on November 15 provided they complete their licence applications and participate in industry training.
Ayton cans 16 to help his Suns top Rockets
PHOENIX (AP) — Devin Booker scored 27 points, Deandre Ayton contributed 16, and Landry Shamet added 19 off the bench and the Phoenix Suns pulled away late to beat the Houston Rockets 123-111 last night.
Alvin Sargent still making his contribution to amateur boxing
AFTER devoting more than 50 years in the sport, International Boxing Association (AIBA) referee Alvin Sargent, right inset, is still making his contribution to amateur boxing.
FRONT PORCH – Climate Emergency: When a Cat 5 Strikes Nassau?
There is a deep ocean of rhetoric from countries producing the vast majority of carbon emissions heating our planet, with myriad pledges on reducing emissions, and promises cum pledges of funds for developing countries facing existential danger amidst rising sea levels, increasing inequality and natural disasters.
‘Step in right direction’
CHIEF Medical Officer Dr Pearl McMillan yesterday expressed full support of the new health regulations drafted by the Davis administration to replace the current COVID-19 emergency orders, noting it is a step in the right direction.
Decline in cases across Caribbean region
THE Pan American Health Organization is reporting good news for the region with a steady decline in COVID-19 cases and a drop in related deaths.
Assessment ordered of BPL operations
THE government has ordered a rapid assessment of Bahamas Power and Light’s operations in order to create a strategy for the way forward, according to Public Works and Utilities Minister Alfred Sears yesterday.
New auto chief eyes VAT cut sales bump
The Bahamas Motor Dealers Association’s (BMDA) newly-elected president yesterday voiced optimism that the VAT rate cut could spark a 10-20 percent uptick in consumer auto purchases.
Hotels won’t rebound to pre-COVID employment
A top hotelier yesterday conceded it will “be very difficult” for existing Bahamian resorts to fully return to 100 percent of pre-COVID staffing levels due to the changed working environment.
Deloitte hired to review $535m BPL refinance
The Government has hired Deloitte & Touche to conduct a 30-day “rapid assessment” of Bahamas Power & Light’s (BPL) massive $535m refinancing, a Cabinet minister said yesterday.
Cubans deny damaging Detention Centre
FORTY-FOUR Cubans who denied damaging more than $18,000 worth of infrastructure at the Carmichael Road Detention Centre were yesterday remanded to prison leading up to their three-day trial.
Pro basketball player ‘Shaq’ Cleare will return to Spain
SHAQUILLE Cleare will return to Spain in the Española de Baloncesto – Gold while Travis Munnings and Kino Burrows had season high performances for their respective clubs.
