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Bahamas provider probed on $77m securities fraud
Regulators are investigating a Bahamas-based financial and corporate services provider that allegedly helped to conceal and transfer proceeds generated by a $77m securities fraud.
National debt shrinks $77m in third quarter
The Bahamas’ national debt shrank by almost $77m during the 2023 third quarter but this proved insufficient to reverse the total $400m-plus growth incurred over the prior 12 months, it was revealed yesterday.
Bahamian firm seeking to recover $77m from fraud
A Bahamian financial institution is awaiting a $77m recovery after falling victim to an alleged fraud involving an investment fund whose “chairman” is a Freeport accountant.
FACE TO FACE: Climbing the corporate ladder then the light bulb went off . . .
Donavon Powell was on a clear path to success in America, making strides in the financial arena after successfully completing college. He had everything going for him and no reason at this point in his career to stop climbing the corporate ladder in the land of opportunity. But instead he chose to follow a calling and try and make a difference in the land of his birth. He came up with an idea that had the potential to make a positive impact in The Bahamas and give him a chance to return home and earn a living.
Global Worship Centre hosts 2nd annual graduation service
More than 20 students will be graduating today from the Global College of Theology.
Farewell to Bishop B Wenith Davis
A man of Great Moral and Academic Stature dies at 74 years.
COLUMN: My Bahamian journey
MY first visit to The Bahamas took place nearly twenty years ago, in the spring of 2003. But when I reminisce over the twists and turns my life has taken over the years, I realize that the journey that would eventually lead me to forge a lifelong connection to The Bahamas started many years earlier, during my last year of college in January of 1988.
Catholic priest dies of massive heart attack
THE Caribbean is in mourning the loss of a great priest, lawyer and civil servant in the person of Fr Henry Charles.
Jesus Mission: There should not be any confusion
By Rex Major
Remnant Tabernacle celebrates third pastoral anniversary
REVEREND Melvin Grant knew leading the congregation of The Remnant Tabernacle of Praise would not be an easy task. As a matter of fact it meant he would have to give much more of himself, sacrifice his time and be fully committed to the pastoral cal
Consul General attends service for Bahamian pastor
FORRESTER Carroll, Bahamas Consul General in New York, attended the 25th pastoral anniversary service for Bahamian-born Rev Dr Jeffrey Ingraham at Calvary Baptist Church in Norwalk, Connecticut, on Sunday.
Government to borrow $77M to complete island roadworks
PARLIAMENTARIANS yesterday agreed to a resolution allowing the government to move forward with a $77 million Inter-American Development Bank loan to complete New Providence’s road works.
Bahamas Roadmasters Virtual 9th Bahamas Half Marathon/ 10k set for November 20-21
WHILE they wait on the restrictions to be lifted for mass gatherings at public outings, Bahamas Roadmasters is encouraging persons to come out and participate in their Cancer Treatment of America Virtual 9th Bahamas Half Marathon and 10 Kilometre race.
Wendall Jones hailed for work in journalism
THE Tribune continues its coverage of Mount Tabor Full Gospel Church’s choice of ‘40 Fathers’ to mark the 40th Anniversary of Independence with the church’s profile of Wendall Jones, who has contributed to the changing face of journalism in The Bahamas.
Power cuts hit radio stations
RADIO 100 JAMZ and Joy 101.9 went off the air early Thursday morning after a series of power cuts affected the antenna and transmission systems. Engineers were working all day yesterday and late into the night to repair the antenna and restore transmission as quickly as possible.
Extra $77m needed to finish road improvement project
PRIME Minister Perry Christie yesterday lashed out at recent criticisms of the public funds used for official ceremonies, adding that naysayers should be focused on the over-budget roadworks project.
Al Jarrett dies, aged 69
RETIED banker, economist and patriot Alfred Jarrett, pictured, died early yesterday morning after a massive heart attack.
Zion Baptist welcomes new 'youthful' pastor
The Zion Yamacraw Baptist Church is celebrating the induction of its new pastor, Dr Glendon Rolle, this Sunday at 3pm.Dr Rolle follows in the footsteps of the church’s founder, the late Bishop Samuel R Greene. During the service, the charge to take o
Abroad, but no need to be out of REACH
Abroad, but no need to be out of REACH A NEW non-partisan, apolitical group composed of Bahamians abroad and friends of the Bahamas has come together to represent the interests of Bahamians who live overseas. The Council for Concerned Bahamians Abroad (C
Abroad, but no need to be out of REACH
Abroad, but no need to be out of REACH A NEW non-partisan, apolitical group composed of Bahamians abroad and friends of the Bahamas has come together to represent the interests of Bahamians who live overseas. The Council for Concerned Bahamians Abroad (C
