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'Very small' US hike impact as national debt past $12bn
The Ministry of Finance's top official yesterday said last week's Federal Reserve rate hike had "a very small" impact on interest costs tied to the $2.317bn in foreign currency debt held by external investors.
PM urged: Take ‘definitive’ stance over oil exploration
An environmental activist is again demanding the Government take a “definitive” stance on oil drilling in Bahamian waters as he branded this nation's efforts to combat climate change a “fallacy” without banning such activities.
Police hunt for gunman after late-night shooting
POLICE are investigating a Saturday night shooting incident involving a 22-year-old man in Dorsette Alley.
Old Navy Base cove closed till August as clean up continues
THE Old Navy Base cove in Exuma will remain closed until August 10 as workers clean up the remaining diesel from the water and prepare to remove sand for further testing.
Marlins push undefeated record to 2-0 in New Providence Softball Association
WHILE the Mystic Marlins stayed undefeated, the C&S Hitmen rebounded to get their first victory as the New Providence Softball Association action continued on Saturday night in the Bankers Field at the Baillou Hills Sporting Complex.
Man charged with possession of firearm, ammunition
A MAN was granted $7,000 bail in the Magistrate’s Court on Friday on firearm and ammunition charges.
Pregnant woman was among boating tragedy victims
A pregnant woman was among the victims of the recent boating tragedy that left 17 Haitians migrants dead.
Video competition winners focus on climate change
THE “Building a Climate Resilient Bahamas” Youth Climate Change Video Competition winners were announced on Friday at the Ministry of Health and Wellness.
Man expected to be charged next week in connection with four-year-old's death
POLICE Commissioner Clayton Fernander said a man is expected to be charged early next week in connection with the death of four-year-old Kenton Seymour Jr.
Global award for PM
PRIME Minister Philip ‘Brave’ Davis yesterday accepted the 2022 Water and Energy Exchange (WEX) global award in the category of innovation and financial partnership.
Man accused of accomplice's death in botched murder scheme
A MAN was remanded to the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services yesterday for the death of his accomplice in a botched murder scheme after a string of attempted murders.
DELAYED: Majority of striking airport staff fail to report for work despite ‘illegal’ court ruling
AN estimated 80 percent of airport workers in New Providence who engaged in a lightning strike on Monday did not return to work yesterday, despite a recent court ruling ordering them to report for duty.
Shaunae Miller-Uibo on 400m event: ‘I’m putting it to rest’
EUGENE, Oregon (AP) — Shaunae Miller-Uibo ran away with the 400-metre title at world championships. Now, she may be walking away from the one-lap event for good.
Ministry aims to establish programmes for youth at risk
After two recent murders within 24 hours, National Security Minister Wayne Munroe said his ministry is seeking to establish programnes to target youth at risk.
Suspect is charged with four-year-old boy's murder
A 22-year-old man was remanded to the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services yesterday in connection with the murder of four-year-old Kenton Seymour Jr.
Warning issued as lobster season begins
MARINE Resources Acting Director Gregory Bethel says officials continue to be faced with some “unscrupulous” people who do not follow protocols when it comes to lobster season.
Police find drugs in Grand Bahama operations
Grand Bahama police discovered a quantity of suspected marijuana in the Pinder’s Point area this week.
LaQuan Nairn lands in final
BIRMINGHAM, England — After falling short of getting into the final of the men’s long jump at the World Championships in Eugene, Oregon, LaQuan Nairn said he’s looking forward to nothing but the gold here at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
