Tourism urges boating fee ‘pause to save the summer’
The Bahamian tourism industry is urging the Government to “pause” the new and increased boating fees until end-October to “save the summer season” and ensure “we get it right”.
BTC chief in ambition to be Caribbean ‘reference’
The Bahamas Telecommunications Company’s (BTC) chief executive says he is pushing to become the Caribbean “reference” and leader as this nation readies to host a major industry summit.
Grounded mailboat in $1.88m insurance fight
A Bahamian mail boat operator’s bid to obtain summary judgment over a $1.881m insurance dispute related to a grounded vessel has been sunk by the Supreme Court.
‘A miracle I survived boat accident horror’
AN American tourist who narrowly survived a brutal boating accident in Exuma said it is a miracle he survived.
Bahamian man shot dead in Tennessee in rent dispute
A 26-year-old Bahamian man was shot and killed in Nashville, Tennessee, early Saturday morning following a dispute over rent money, according to the Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD).
‘Ministry of Finance used as private ATM for chosen few’
OPPOSITION leader Michael Pintard accused the Davis administration of turning the Ministry of Finance into what he called a private ATM by awarding nearly half a million dollars in no-bid contracts for Christmas decorations.
Pintard: Emergency over Nation’s youth
FREE National Movement (FNM) leader Michael Pintard has declared the findings of the Ministry of Health’s Global School Health Report a “national emergency” demanding immediate and compassionate action, warning that The Bahamas risks losing a generation to mental health crises, violence, and substance abuse.
Ultimate Champion Sports under-11 captures Major DFW World Series title
ULTIMATE Champion Sport Academy, formed by Bahamas Baseball Association president Clarence ‘CJ’ McKenzie to enhance the development of young baseball players in the country, had a pretty good trip to the USSSA World Series in Dallas, Texas, last week.
Team Bahamas 5th at the Caribbean Amateur Golf Championships
THE Bahamas’ team didn’t perform as well as expected at the 2025 Caribbean Amateur Golf Championships at the Barbados Golf Club over the weekend.
Carl ‘Flashy’ Hield on his way to world title fight
Carl “Flashy” Hield is getting closer to his dream of fighting for a world title.
NBA debut: ‘VJ’ Edgecombe Jr explodes for game-high 28 points in 93-89 loss to Jazz
VALDEZ “VJ” Edgecombe Jr’s debut in the National Basketball Association for the Philadelphia 76ers was a spectacular one on Saturday night.
Bahamas Athletic Pride hosts 6th All-Star Survival
FROM July 3-6, the Junior Baseball League of Nassau (JBLN) field was the epicentre of elite girls’ softball in The Bahamas, as the BAP (Bahamas Athletic Pride) programme hosted its 6th edition of The Show All Star Survival this weekend.
Chisholm Jr named to his 2nd All-Star Game
Jasrado “Jazz” Chisholm Jr added another feather to his cap when he was selected yesterday to participate in his second Major League Baseball All-Star Game - his first with the New York Yankees.
BISX adds another fund listing
The Bahamas International Securities Exchange (BISX) has added another investment fund to its listings roster.
Briland resort reconsiders $850k marina expansion
A Harbour Island resort is reconsidering an $850,000 marina expansion due to boating industry push back over the new and increased fees introduced with the 2025-2026 Budget.
Developer targets 11-storey West Bay Street condo hotel
A developer seeking planning permission to construct an 11-storey condo hotel on West Bay Street, east of Sapodilla, has submitted numerous recommendations to address traffic flow in the area.
Eleuthera bewildered by sudden hike in BPL bills
Eleuthera residents are voicing a mixture of bewilderment and concern over soaring Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) bills that have increased significantly amid persistent power outages.
Out Island marinas in ‘limbo’ on boating fees
Family Island marinas say they are in “limbo” due to ongoing uncertainty over the new and increased boating fees that took effect on July 1 and the often-hostile market reaction.
Clogged drains blamed for flooding in Marsh Harbour
A mile-long stretch of flooding hit parts of Marsh Harbour, Abaco, on Saturday following several hours of heavy rain.
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