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Blockchain operator blasts ‘unfounded’ $20m lawsuit
A Bahamian blockchain and digital assets firm has slammed a $20m damages claim as “unfounded”, asserting that it was lavished with praise by the party making the allegations less than five months earlier.
Bahamas ‘open for business’ with latest COVID upgrade
The Bahamas is “unquestionably” in a strong competitive position after US federal health authorities confirmed this nation’s COVID ranking is set to be upgraded to ‘moderate’, a top hotelier said yesterday.
Carnival’s private island plan to up arrivals 48%
The $80m expansion of a cruise line’s private island will create 200 construction jobs, and an extra 80 full-time posts, through growing annual visitor arrivals by 48 percent compared to pre-COVID volumes.
FNM chair questions government spending
FNM chairman Dr Duane Sands said the government’s spending on roads and a stadium speaks volumes of its priorities for Bahamians.
Grand Bahama ‘a special place’ for the FNM
FREE National Movement Chairman Dr Duane Sands says that Grand Bahama is hallowed ground for the official opposition and remains a special place for the party.
Royal visit brings Duke and Duchess Downtown
THE Duke and Duchess of Cambridge soaked in Junkanoo and greeted admirers Friday afternoon during a trip to Parliament Square.
Gibson $2.5m settlement ‘shows need for commission’
THE Organisation for Responsible Governance has said former Cabinet Minister Shane Gibson’s $2.5m settlement with the government over his malicious prosecution lawsuit underscores the need for the establishment of an Integrity Commission.
Teachers fear for safety, says union president
AFTER the stabbing of a male student at AF Adderley Junior High this week, teachers at the school are concerned about their safety, according to Bahamas Union of Teachers President Belinda Wilson.
EDITORIAL: Workers in demand as furlough scheme ends
WHILE all eyes are on the Royal visit that began yesterday, there is one story that should not be drowned out in the fanfare.
Ukraine war and Putin
We are very lucky to live in a democracy, in a democracy we are allowed to write and say what we like.
Western Air A-Team shines bright
I would be very pleased if you would grant me but a little space to express myself in your prestigious and highly regarded column.
The monarchy
Great Britain has historically had a foolproof method of dealing with corruption: it just legalised it.
Crooked Island man denies assaulting police officers
A MAN from Crooked Island was arraigned yesterday on five separate charges, including two counts of assaulting police officers and causing harm to another man.
Father fined after police find drugs stash
A FATHER was fined yesterday for drug possession after police found the contraband in his home.
Man guilty of possession of fake driving licence
A MAN was placed on two years’ probation yesterday after being arrested for possessing a fake driver’s licence.
DIANE PHILLIPS – Brent Stubbs: To the quiet goes the glory, even if it takes a little longer
WE are so busy looking for the greatest of all time, we even created an acronym for it. GOAT gave us an excuse to focus on the best of the best - the Simone Biles, Serena Williams, Tom Bradys, LeBron James and Michael Jordans of the world.
Top high school golfers clash in chase for titles
Minister of Education Glenys Hanna-Martin is thrilled that high school sports is back and one of those is the Bahamas Golf Federation’s second annual National High School Golf Championships.
Ayton on career high: ‘We’re very poised as a team’
A SMILING Deandre Ayton clutched the game ball during his post game press conference to commemorate a personal career milestone but also added that team success remains the ultimate goal.
McPhee-McCuin sets the record straight on Ole Miss Rebels
AFTER much speculation on social media following their exit from the NCAA Tournament, Yolett McPhee-McCuin reassured the Ole Miss fanbase of her commitment to the programme and her intention to return.
Lathaniel Bastian enters transfer portal after standout season
FOLLOWING a standout season with the Angelo State Rams, Lathaniel Bastian has entered the transfer portal.