Friday, November 28
Great Commission serves Thanksgiving feast as founder honoured for 38 years of service
GREAT Commission Ministries marked Thanksgiving yesterday by serving meals to residents who might otherwise go without, continuing a tradition that has anchored its mission for nearly four decades.
'Zero intention of stepping down'
AMBASSADOR-at-Large Rick Fox said yesterday he has no plans to resign despite Foreign Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell’s call for diplomats who cannot support the government’s mandate to step aside.
Davis government defends $20m annual price tag for pay rises as unions cry foul
THE Davis administration will spend $20million a year to sustain its recent civil service salary increases, a cost officials defended yesterday as unions intensified criticism that the adjustments were too small.
Ranfurly: Lack of donations may force us to close doors
THE decades-old Ranfurly Home orphanage is warning it may be forced to shut its doors as dwindling donations and a shrinking pool of benefactors push the institution into a severe financial crisis.
Sickle cell patient left ‘lying in urine’ overnight after surgery at PMH
A 28-year-old sickle cell patient recovering from surgery at Princess Margaret Hospital was left lying in her own urine overnight without help from nursing staff, her family said — an ordeal they believe has shattered trust in the nation’s primary public hospital.
ERIC WIBERG: The wrecks and tales of San Salvador, Conception Island and Cat Island
LITTLE San Salvador lies right in between Orange Creek, North Cat Island, and Bannerman Town on the southern tip of Eleuthera.
Rotary Club of Nassau Sunrise supports Gov anti-trafficking efforts
THE ROTARY Club of Nassau Sunrise has bolstered the national fight against human trafficking with a donation of computers and equipment to the Ministry of Social Services, Information and Broadcasting.
Senior executives of Scotiabank pay visit to Prime Minister
SENIOR Scotiabank executives visited The Bahamas last week to reaffirm the institution’s commitment to the country and the wider Caribbean, a region the bank says remains central to its international growth strategy.
Winter residents launch petition over ‘golf crisis’ as last GB course cuts hours
As the once-strong golf industry has diminished to the point of near collapse in Freeport, Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce President Dillon Knowles says the island’s lack of an operational golf course has become a serious concern for both winter residents and locals.
Junkanoo groups support new rules but concerns persist over vetting of judges
JUNKANOO groups are broadly supportive of the National Junkanoo Committee’s newly released rules for the Boxing Day and New Year’s Day parades, according to NJC Chairman Andrew Pinder, though several groups say concerns remain about how judges are vetted.
Woman accused of stealing more than $12,000 granted bail
A WOMAN was granted bail yesterday after she was accused of stealing more than $12,000 from a medical centre on Thompson Boulevard over a six-year period.
Bail breach fine while waiting gun possession trial
A MAN awaiting trial for alleged firearm possession was fined yesterday for failing to sign in at his local police station.
Man granted bail after alleged assault with Guinness bottle
A MAN has been granted $6,000 bail after he allegedly injured a woman and intentionally damaged her phone and car tyres earlier this month.
Father testifies that mother of his child claimed step-dad ‘would not stop touching’ her
A MAN testified yesterday that the mother of his child told him in 2022 that her stepfather had sex with her and would not stop touching her.
Abandoned building destroyed by fire in GB
AN abandoned building was destroyed by fire in Grand Bahama on Wednesday.
DIANE PHILLIPS: General Election – a lot like company comin’ for dinner
IF YOU'RE Bahamian or a resident of The Bahamas, you gotta love the news of a general election coming soon to a neighbourhood near you.
Thursday, November 27
Merchant’s online ‘salvaging’ aids double-digit sales growth
A Bahamian home improvements merchant yesterday revealed that retail and construction trade sales for 2025 to-date have both increased by double-digit percentages year-over-year with its e-commerce platform “salvaging a lot more” transactions that would previously have gone overseas.
Restaurant chain’s costs jump from 37% to 60% of revenue
A Bahamian restaurant chain continues to target expansion to downtown Nassau, the Family Islands and other Caribbean nations despite challenges posed by its cost of goods increasing from 37 percent to 60 percent of revenue.
Airport hotel developer in early 2026 selection
Lynden Pindling International Airport’s (LPIA) operator is set to name the developer for its planned airport hotel in the 2026 first quarter, it was disclosed yesterday.
Unions slam pay rise as ‘crumbs’ with some workers receiving nothing
UNION leaders are slamming the government’s salary increase rollout for some public officers, with one president calling it “crumbs” and others saying some workers received nothing at all.
First Baha Mar developer ‘vindicated’ by settlement
A former Baha Mar director yesterday asserted that the settlement with China Construction America (CCA) has “vindicated” Sarkis Izmirlian by “clearing his name” and giving him “just rewards” for the wrongs he suffered when ousted from the project more than a decade ago.
Sarkis vindicated in settlement with CCA
Sarkis Izmirlian’s deal to settle his multi-billion damages award against Baha Mar’s main contractor will end the threatened winding-up of two other major Nassau resorts, it was revealed yesterday.
Court hears officer’s testimony on vehicles suspected to be proceeds of crime in Gibson trial
THE criminal trial of Long Island MP Adrian Gibson and others resumed after a months-long delay yesterday with an officer testifying that he seized several vehicles suspected of being purchased with the proceeds of crime.
Mitchell tells diplomats to do the ‘honourable thing’ as Fox confirms election bid
AS Ambassador-at-Large Rick Fox moves ahead with plans to run in the next general election, Foreign Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell yesterday reaffirmed that diplomats who cannot fully support the government’s mandate should “know what must be done.”
Early Christmas for Woodcock Primary as Disney donates gifts to students
HOLIDAY cheer came early for some children in New Providence as Disney Cruise Line donated gifts to students at Woodcock Primary, bringing the spirit of giving to the Bain and Grants Town community.
Sands claims 3,000 voters ‘unlocatable’ in Golden Isles due to outdated register
FREE National Movement chairman Dr Duane Sands warned that the national voters register is so outdated it undermined the accuracy of the Golden Isles by-election, calling the list used “almost 15 years old,’ with as many as 3,000 voters “unlocatable”.
STATESIDE: Some Americans - Trump is to blame for taking the “thanks” out of Thanksgiving
THIS morning is American Thanksgiving.
Police Commissioner highlights women in policing at INTERPOL General Assembly
POLICE Commissioner Shanta Knowles addressed global law enforcement leaders on the importance of women in policing as she led The Bahamas’ delegation to the 93rd INTERPOL General Assembly in Marrakech, Morocco, this week.
Thompson ‘baffled’ as official results show 4,000 voters stayed home
PARLIAMENTARY Commissioner Harrison Thompson said officials were baffled by the low voter turnout in Monday’s Golden Isles by-election, with official results showing that more than 4,000 registered voters did not cast a ballot.
Unions push back against PHA plan to replace badge swiping with fingerprints
KEY unions representing healthcare workers are pushing back against the Public Hospitals Authority’s plan to replace badge swiping with biometric fingerprint scanning, arguing the move is not only unlawful, but raises serious privacy concerns.
Op-Ed: The Crisis in Our Healthcare System - a Call for Urgent Action
Healthcare is not just a medical issue — it is a political one.
Man accused of assaulting another man and a woman with a glass bottle
A MAN was granted bail yesterday after he was accused of assaulting two people with a glass bottle, injuring one of them during an incident on East Street South and Soldier Road last month.
FRONT PORCH: Of common manners, declining civility and increasingly brutish behaviour
While most motorists on New Providence are considerate, a large number today treat the roadways and parking spaces as their personal space, self-absorbed and indifferent to the needs of fellow motorists.
Sands Beer shows continued support for Bahamians in need with $2,000 donation to to Bahamas Cancer Society
Sands Beer has once again shown its commitment to supporting Bahamians in need through its annual Breast Cancer Awareness campaign.
Omega Psi Phi targets $30,000 for scholarships during Achievement Week
A ‘greasy pit' serving grilled food, with live music, and a bouncy castle for children, kicked-off fund-raising events for Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc, Pi Xi Chapter’s 2025 Achievement Week activities.
Carnival Cruise Lines donates $30,000 for upgrades at Lucayan National Park
The Bahamas National Trust (BNT), in partnership with Carnival Cruise Line, announced the unveiling of new park infrastructure at Lucayan National Park, made possible through a $30,000 donation from Carnival Cruise Lines.
Airline’s new Nassau route to exploit 65% Canadian surge
Porter Airlines yesterday launched its first-ever Caribbean route to Nassau yesterday as Canadian air travel to The Bahamas surges some 65 percent ahead of 2023 numbers.
Nassau’s airport eyeing ‘robust’ Thanksgiving
The Bahamas’ major airport gateway is poised for “robust” travel numbers this Thanksgiving holiday, its operator confirmed yesterday.
Over 120 attend Andros digital banking meeting
More than 120 people attended the latest meeting designed to educate and encourage Bahamians on the greater use of digital bankings and payment services.
Woman allegedly found with a loaded gun in her purse granted $7,000 bail
A WOMAN was granted bail on Tuesday after she was allegedly found with a loaded gun in her purse on Plantol Street last week.
Immigration deports 105 haitians in year’s largest repatriation
THE Department of Immigration yesterday carried out its largest deportation operation of the year, repatriating 105 Haitian nationals to Cap-Haïtien on a chartered flight from Lynden Pindling International Airport.
New Providence parades get $500,000 boost as Kalik named official sponsor
IN an effort to keep the heart and sound of Junkanoo parades alive, Kalik has signed a deal worth over $500,000 to become the official alcoholic beverage sponsor of Junkanoo in New Providence.
Man stabbed by roommate during confrontation becomes country’s latest murder victim
A 25-year-old man was allegedly fatally stabbed by his roommate early yesterday in a confrontation that turned deadly inside their Hepburn Estates apartment, becoming the country’s latest murder victim.
CCA affirms: ‘We’ll still own two downtown Nassau resorts’
Baha Mar’s main contractor last night confirmed the deal struck with Sarkis Izmirlian to resolve their decade-long legal battle will see it retain ownership of two downtown Nassau hotels.
KEITH ROYE II: Making the digital frontier our own ‘extended reality’
Across the globe, businesses are embracing a new digital frontier that blends the physical and virtual worlds to redefine how we work, learn and connect.
Crowdfunded restaurant in seventh New Providence site
A Bahamian restaurant chain that was crowdfunded via the now-defunct ArawakX platform has opened its seventh New Providence location via a Delaporte franchise.
Sands predicts boundary changes ‘with PLP interest’ but warns gerrymandering will fail
FREE National Movement (FNM) chairman Dr Duane Sands said he “expects” any potential constituency boundary changes to be made “with PLP interest” as the country awaits the Boundaries Commission’s report.
Crimson Tide defeat Golden Gophers 63-58
THE Baha Mar Hoops tournament continued yesterday with the Women’s Pink Flamingo Championship game held at the Baha Mar Convention Center.
Xavier’s Lower School and St Thomas More take initial leads in Catholic Diocesan Primary Basketball championship series
THE Xavier's Lower School Giants and St Thomas More Sparks took the initial lead in their Catholic Diocesan Primary Schools 2025 basketball best-of-three championship series.
Wednesday, November 26
PM hails jobless fall as sign economy growing
The Government yesterday said the reduction in The Bahamas’ unemployment rate for the 2025 second quarter is a sign the country’s economy is moving in a “positive direction”.
‘All hands on deck’: Fidelity catch-up bid for $18m profit
A BISX-listed bank was last night said to have placed “all hands on deck” in a bid to recover lost ground and match 2024’s full-year profitability, with its top executive asserting: “We will certainly not be accepting less than $18m graciously.”
Statistical Institute constraints creating ‘credibility’ challenge
The Bahamas’ main economic data provider is facing challenges to maintain its “credibility and independence” due to resource constraints such as “significant” staffing issues, the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has warned.
Andros lodge’s Xmas closure on ‘really scary slow’ bookings
AN Andros fishing lodge will close for Christmas due to a “scary” slow season that its operator yesterday blamed on global economic forces.
Bahamas is Caribbean ‘innovation leader’ but challenged over skills
The Bahamas is “outperforming” and “leading the region” through the number of local companies deemed to be “innovative”, the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) is asserting, although their growth is hindered by a lack of suitably-skilled workers, market size and financing challenges.
Wife threw acid in face of ‘love rival’
A GRAND Bahama woman who launched a devastating acid attack that left a suspected love rival blind and permanently disfigured has failed in her bid to win a lighter sentence after the Court of Appeal refused to reduce the seven-year maximum imposed by a magistrate who called the case one of the “worst of the worst.”
American granted $60,000 bail over Abaco crash that killed teacher and nephew
AN American man was granted $60,000 cash bail yesterday after being accused of causing a fatal traffic accident in Abaco last Friday that claimed the lives of a teacher and her nephew.
Bodies of Abaco men killed in Haiti in July returned home
THE families of two Bahamian men killed in a drug-related operation in Haiti in July will finally get to bury their loved ones after their bodies arrived in The Bahamas this week, bringing some closure to what relatives described as a frustrating and depressing ordeal that cost them thousands.
Former AG: By-Election a boost for Pintard, ‘knock in the head’ for PLP
FORMER Attorney General Sean McWeeney, KC, believes the Golden Isles by-election delivered a political boost for Free National Movement leader Michael Pintard while dealing a “knock in the head” for the Progressive Liberal Party, despite its victory at the polls and the popular belief that the results prove the PLP has the momentum heading into the next general election.
Man admits to having underage sex and fathering child with 13-year-old girl
A MAN admitted to having sex with an underaged girl in the Berry Islands multiple times and fathering a child with her.
Defendant accused of stabbing man with kitchen knife claims self-defence
A MAN was granted bail after he was accused of stabbing another man with a kitchen knife in Kemp Road earlier this month.
BAMSI manager: Turn farming into businesses
The Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute’s (BAMSI) general manager is calling on Chambers of Commerce to help turn Long Island farmers’ operations into businesses and grow the economy.
ALICIA WALLACE: Changing gender discrimination and violence
THE Global 16 Days Campaign (Against Gender-Based Violence) officially started yesterday with International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
Freeport resident jailed for gun offences after trying to flee by boat
A FREEPORT man was sentenced to one year and six months in prison for firearm and ammunition possession.
Minister: Skills training denting unemployment
A Cabinet minister yesterday asserted that government training and skills initiatives are helping to close the ‘skills gap’ in the workforce and reduce unemployment across The Bahamas.
GB paint supplier holds 45th birthday celebration
A Grand Bahama-based paint supplier has celebrated its 45th anniversary with its annual ‘Colour Show’ that showcases the latest trends in home décor and design.
‘Stay tuned for next move’ over salaries, teachers told
A trade union leader yesterday warned her members to “stay tuned for the next move” as she asserted that the Government has yet to respond to concerns over this month’s planned salary and increment increases for line staff civil servants.
‘People have to steal to eat’: Charity faces crisis as demand for food surges
GREAT Commission Ministries’ resources plunged to just $246 last month as demand for food, shelter, and emergency support continues to rise amid a surging cost of living, founder Bishop Walter Hanchell said yesterday.
Taxi union warns of ‘escalating’ industrial action over livery dispute
THE Bahamas Taxicab Union is preparing for weeks of escalating industrial action, with president Tyrone Butler warning that long-standing grievances are being ignored and accusing the government of enabling illegal operations that cut into taxi drivers’ livelihoods.
Opening of $3.5m homeless shelter pushed back two years amid serious setbacks
GREAT Commission Ministries’ long-promised Hope City homeless shelter has been delayed until 2026, with founder Bishop Walter Hanchell acknowledging the project has run into “serious problems” but vowing to give the public a full update before the year ends.
Industrial Tribunal launches AI pilot as Winder calls for safeguards against misuse
CHIEF Justice Ian Winder warned yesterday that artificial intelligence must never “distort or diminish justice,” urging the Industrial Tribunal to adopt stronger protections as it expands its use of digital tools.
Caseloads climb as tribunal expands to meet demand of complex labour market
INDUSTRIAL Tribunal President Indira Demeritte-Francis said the body concluded 68 percent of the cases filed during 2023 and 2024, unveiling a two-year statistical report that charts rising referrals, heavier caseloads, and sustained judicial productivity.
Canadian woman alleges sex assault on GB beach
A CANADIAN girl was allegedly sexually assaulted on a beach in Grand Bahama on Monday.
Armed robbers steal woman’s purse containing cash belonging to her employer
A WOMAN visiting a friend at his home on Dencil Drive off McKinney Drive on Monday was robbed of her purse containing a substantial amount of cash.
Appeal denied for man who handcuffed girl to tree and abused her for six days
A MAN who restrained a 14-year-old girl in a wooded area for nearly a week—handcuffing her to a Dilly tree, tying a rope around her neck, sealing her mouth with duct tape and having unlawful sexual intercourse —has been unanimously denied permission by the Court of Appeal to challenge his 20-year prison sentences for unlawful sexual intercourse, forcible detention, and kidnapping.
Security chiefs press for right to arm guards as official rejects opening industry to foreign labour
PRIVATE security chiefs are pressing the government to arm guards and overhaul outdated rules, while a senior official has rejected calls to open the industry to foreign workers even as he concedes the law is out of date.
Over 5,000 register for free Upskill Bahamas courses
MORE than 5000 eligible Bahamians have registered for the free courses and certifications offered by the government’s online learning initiative, Upskill Bahamas.
Tuesday, November 25
Chamber elects new chairman and Board
The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers' Confederation (BCCEC) has elected a new Board and chairman to serve a two-year term.
Man charged with stealing vehicle at gunpoint
A MAN was remanded to prison yesterday for allegedly robbing another man of his vehicle at gunpoint and trying to force him to drink a suspicious liquid.
Gov’t signs $10.9m Long Island airport terminal deal
The Government has signed a $10.9m contract to build the long-awaited new terminal at Long Island’s Deadman’s Cay airport.
Exuma taxi drivers seeking new Sandals-type contract
Sandals Emerald Bay’s $100m transformation into a Beaches-branded resort may gave Exuma taxi drivers a much-needed boost through contracts for airport arrivals and guest departures, one argued yesterday.
Vacation rental grants worsen long-term housing shortages
An Exuma tour operator yesterday asserted that the Government’s decision to offer $10,000 vacation rental grants has worsened Exuma’s housing shortage and made it difficult for businesses to recruit workers from other islands.
Liquor vendors need ‘compelling reason’ to be near school, church
The Department of Inland Revenue (DIR) has confirmed it will delay enforcement of new liquor licensing regulations until April 1, 2026, while warning bars and retailers to provide “compelling reasons” why they should be allowed to operate near schools and churches.
‘Game changer’: Loan facility paves way for $1bn blue carbon bond
The Bahamas blue carbon credits “game changer” yesterday received a significant boost from a $25m financing designed to pave the way for a potential $1bn capital raise within the next 12 months.
‘Full steam ahead’: Realtor’s monthly closed sales record
A Bahamian realtor yesterday asserted it is “full steam ahead” for this nation’s property market after his company generated a monthly record with 49 sales completed in October 2025.
Long Island airport revamp too late for departing tour operator
Long Island’s multi-million dollar airport upgrade has come too late for one tour operator who is preparing to close his business and leave the island with his family due to limited tourism opportunities.
‘Stay on this course’: IDB hails Bahamas ‘remarkable’ progress
The Bahamas must “stay this course” to regain ‘investment grade’ status, a prominent businessman urged yesterday, after the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) hailed the country’s ”remarkable fiscal consolidation” and “fast growth” since emerging from COVID-19’s devastation.
Fisheries officials urge more resources to fight poaching
Fisheries officials have urged the Government to dedicate more enforcement resources, and strengthen penalties, to combat foreign poaching in Bahamian waters.
Convicted mom and daughter remanded as crown fights judge’s decision to grant bail
THE director of public prosecutions yesterday filed an appeal against the decision to grant bail to a mother and daughter convicted of attempting to murder two of their tenants on an unnamed road in Fox Hill in 2021.
Bahamian woman called to bar in called to bar in England and Whales
Bahamian Bianca Smith is now a barrister after being called to the Bar in London.
Rick Fox announces election bid but doesn’t reveal party alignment
FORMER NBA player Rick Fox announced last night that he will run in the upcoming general election, ending weeks of speculation about a possible move into politics.
Golden Isles vote exposes COI’s ‘political ceiling’ as third party fails to advance
THE Golden Isles by-election delivered a clear message about the Coalition of Independents’ political ceiling: despite years of public frustration with the PLP and FNM, the COI remains far from competing as a national alternative.
FNM flat as by-election bid falls a ‘bit short’
THE mood at the Free National Movement’s Golden Isles constituency office was flat and subdued last night as supporters lost hope that the party’s candidate, Brian Brown, could pull off a by-election win.
I don’t see it fixed, just patched’: Golden Isles residents call for real change as they cast votes
VOTERS in Golden Isles pressed for long-delayed infrastructure upgrades and stronger day-to-day representation yesterday as the by-election drew steady turnout across the constituency, with residents listing potholes, flooding, neglected community spaces and unreliable bus service as what mattered as they cast their votes.
Classmates carry memory of Camille on graduation stage
A family who lost 19-year-old Camille Mitchell to ovarian cancer in 2023 said they were moved to see her classmates at Benedict College honour her during this year’s graduation ceremony, a tribute they felt affirmed her impact.
Man accused of killing prison officer fears jail retaliation
A MAN accused of murdering a Bahamas Department of Corrections officer was denied bail by a Supreme Court judge despite claims he would be in danger of retaliation if held at Fox Hill Prison.
PM: The real work starts tomorrow
THE Progressive Liberal Party’s Darron Pickstock defeated Free National Movement's Brian Brown in yesterday’s by-election, energising the Davis administration in a race some viewed as a referendum on its performance near the end of its term.
New Providence development to host first-ever Home Expo
A real estate brokerage has announced The Bahamas Home Expo’s launch this coming Saturday at the Windsor Lakes development in south-western New Providence.
Two Bahamians charged in US ‘take back America’ citizenship fraud crackdown
TWO Bahamians were indicted in separate US federal districts last week on charges linked to passport fraud and false claims of American citizenship, according to statements from prosecutors in Pennsylvania and Florida.
FACING REALITY: The reality behind the haves and have nots
IN every society—whether cloaked in democracy or draped in inherited hierarchy—there’s a quiet, unspoken tension between those who have achieved and those who have not.
Travel agent charged with stealing found unresponsive in holding cell
FORMER Grand Bahama travel agent Eunice Morris — who was arrested and charged after 15 years on the run — is in serious condition in hospital after she was found unresponsive in custody following her court arraignment last Friday.
Privy Council dismisses final appeal for man convicted in 2012 Long Island bank raid
THE Privy Council has dismissed the final appeal of Deon Antonio Watson, shutting the door on a decade-long challenge to his convictions from the violent 2012 robbery of Scotia Bank in Stella Maris.
Suspect remanded to prison over fatal stabbing of Elvardo Munroe in Yellow Elder
A MAN was remanded to prison yesterday over his alleged involvement in the fatal stabbing of Elvardo Munroe in Yellow Elder Gardens last month.
Teen testifies 41-year-old man tried to pay him for sexual act
A 15-year-old boy testified yesterday that a 41-year-old man offered to pay him to watch him ejaculate at a gas station on Baillou Hill Road last year.
Man hospitalised after stabbing incident on Baillou Hill Road
A 43-year-old man was hospitalised early yesterday morning after being stabbed during a verbal argument with another man.
Windsor Lakes names exclusive sales broker
A Bahamian real estate firm says it has been appointed as the exclusive sales brokerage for the Windsor Lakes development in south-western New Providence.
Monday, November 24
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Monday, November 24, 2025
‘Bowflex Barbie’ Dekel qualifies for The Olympia
DEKEL 'Bowflex Barbie" Quant will return home on Tuesday as the first Bahamian female bodybuilder to qualify for the prestigious The Olympia.
Pintard slams ‘outrageous’ $20m into ‘shell company’
The Opposition’s leader yesterday told the Prime Minister it is “outrageous and unacceptable” that the amount of Bahamian taxpayer funds injected into “what appears to be a shell company” doubled to more than $20m during the three months to end-September without any Government explanation.
Two Texas men planned to capture a small Haitian island and enslave women and children as sex slaves
Two twisted young Texans allegedly planned to invade a small Haitian island with an army of homeless people in a sick plot to kill all the local men so they could enslave the women and kids as “their sex slaves,” according to US federal prosecutors.
‘Long journey to healing’ for boy who spent eighth birthday in ICU after dog mauling
THIS is the scarred face of the eight-year-old boy ferociously attacked by a pit bull at the rear of his father’s restaurant earlier this month.
Jobless numbers fall: Rate down to 9.3% as nearly 4,000 find work
THE country’s unemployment rate dropped to 9.3 percent in the second quarter of 2025, according to preliminary labour force survey results released by the Bahamas National Statistical Institute (BNSI).
Ingraham breaks with FNM over Returning Officer row
FORMER Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham broke with his party on Friday and said Returning Officer Neil Campbell should remain in place for today’s Golden Isles by-election.
Father of one struck by two cars in fatal Robinson Road Hit-and-Run
A MAN who spent his life navigating instability and working two jobs to stay ahead was killed in a hit-and-run on Saturday, adding another blow to a family already hit by repeated tragedy this year.
US driver ‘forgot’ road rules in head-on crash that killed two
A PRE-DAWN school run in North Abaco ended in devastating loss on Friday when a head-on collision killed Monique Williams, a veteran pre-school teacher, and her 13-year-old nephew, Terrance Williams, shattering a tight-knit family and sending shockwaves through Treasure Cay.
Ex-PM: ‘March election’ if PLP wins
FORMER Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham has predicted that the Progressive Liberal Party will call an early general election if it wins today’s Golden Isles by-election, using Friday’s Free National Movement rally to raise the stakes around a vote both major parties are treating as a key political test.
WORLD VIEW: Hunger and war - the oldest crimes the world still permits
THE GOVERNMENTS of the world’s powerful nations have learned to live with disregard for human suffering.
Three Abaco suspects charged over looting of stranded container barge
THREE Abaco men were granted bail on Friday after denying any involvement in the looting of a container barge that ran aground off the island earlier this month.
GAIN AN EDGE: BTVI president praises Atlantis' customised leadership training
AT A TIME when the world is faster paced, hyper-connected and constantly changing, Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) President, Dr. Linda A. Davis, lauded Atlantis Paradise Island Resort for its “Bold investment” in its people through the customised training of potential leaders.
INSIGHT: Was COP30 just more talk, no real action?
FOR all the talk of climate change as a global threat, the UN Climate Conference that wrapped up over the weekend in Brazil showed little sign that the world is ready to respond.
Arnold’s Department Store demolished as Cooper looks to remedy ‘dead after five-O-clock’ downtown
THE Davis administration demolished the old Arnold's Department Store off Elizabeth Avenue on Friday as part of its ongoing campaign to revitalise the downtown area.
Saturday, November 22
Police probe deadly Abaco crash that killed woman and child
Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident in Treasure Cay, Abaco, that claimed the lives of a woman and a young boy yesterday.
Man killed in hit-and-run on Robinson Road
Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run after a pedestrian was struck and killed early yesterday morning on Robinson Road.
Police probe separate weekend incidents: robbery, serious injury and suspicious death
Police are investigating three separate incidents reported over the weekend — an armed robbery in Nassau Village, a serious injury from an altercation on Cowpen Road, and a suspicious death on Cat Island.
OPM pushes back after Tribune reports on fired Bahamasair worker
The Office of the Prime Minister yesterday said the Bahamasair incident reported by The Tribune — involving a cash seizure connected to a March 1 flight to Cap-Haïtien — offers no support for Opposition Leader Michael Pintard’s “bag of passports” allegation.
FNM doubles down on call for Golden Isles Returning Officer’s removal
The Free National Movement issued a second letter to Parliamentary Commissioner Harrison Thompson yesterday outlining what it says are multiple conflicts that make Golden Isles Returning Officer Neil Campbell “wholly unsuitable” to oversee the by-election.
Sandals to convert Emerald Bay into Beaches resort in $100m redevelopment deal
The government has signed a heads of agreement for the more than $100m first-phase redevelopment of the former Sandals Emerald Bay into Sandals Beaches Exuma.
Prison officer accused of stealing $1,130 from bank account
A WOMAN prison officer was accused on Friday of stealing more than $1,000 from a man’s Commonwealth Bank account in 2020.
Bail breach sends murder suspect back to prison
A MAN awaiting trial for the 2021 murder of Deandre Thompson was remanded to prison on Friday after he admitted to breaching his Supreme Court bail.
Teen charged with attempted murder, $21k armed robbery
A 17-year-old boy was remanded to prison on Friday after he was accused of attempting to kill a man in Nassau Village in September and stealing $21,000 during an armed robbery at a Mount Pleasant Avenue business last month.
Jury finds mother and daughter guilty of trying to kill tenants
A JURY on Friday found a mother and daughter guilty of the attempted murders of two of their tenants on unnamed road Fox Hill in 2021.
Friday, November 21
Man and woman accused of stealing over $50k from a land committee were both granted bail
A MAN and woman were granted bail yesterday after being accused of stealing more than $50,000 from the Tarpum Bay Commonage Land Committee over a four-year period.
Teen takes his love of music and Junkanoo to US college
JUNKANOO made its way to Langston University, a historically Black university (HBCU) in Oklahoma, after 19-year-old Bahamian Sharano Hanna composed a melody for the school’s marching band.
‘Many persons have called me daddy’
PRIME Minister Philip Davis brushed aside calls to push for the removal of Golden Isles Returning Officer Neil Campbell yesterday, declaring: “Many persons have called me daddy.”
Principal says she pretended to be dead to survive violent attack at East GB school
A SCHOOL principal said she believed she would die as she endured a violent attack at McLean’s Town Primary School, describing in court yesterday how she pretended to be dead to survive the June assault.
81-year-old man shot by police after opening fire
AN 81-year-old man is in hospital after being shot by police after he first opened fire on them.
Fired flight attendant linked to $106k seizure
A FORMER Bahamasair flight attendant says he was suspended, questioned by police financial crime officers, and ultimately fired over a Haiti flight linked to US$106,000 allegedly seized by authorities in Cap Haïtien.
ERIC WIBERG: Cazalet Shoal - a mystery name, but very real treasure
HOW MANY of us have heard of the Amelia Cazalet Shoal near Duncan Town Ragged Island?
DIANE PHILLIPS: Five things The Bahamas did first
On November 12, a relatively small mint in Philadelphia produced the last penny that would be made in the United States.
Power outages drop by 86% since Bahamas Grid Company took over
POWER outages in New Providence have declined by 86 per cent due to the government’s energy reform initiatives, Energy and Transport Minister Coleby-Davis claimed yesterday.
Saxon and Colours Junkanoo group leaders honoured for their contributions by Cuba Libre
CUBA Libre’s annual “Warm the Shacks” campaign this year honoured Saxons Superstars leader Percy “Vola” Francis and Colours Entertainment leader Chris Justilien for their continued contributions to the Junkanoo community.
Munroe: Opposition has not met burden of proof on ‘bag of passports’ claim
Minister of National Security Wayne Munroe says the Opposition has still not met the burden of proof for its “bag of passports” allegation — even as The Tribune’s reporting reveals that a former Bahamasair employee was fired after an internal probe involving a March 1 Haiti flight and a cash seizure.
Three men to face Abaco court over barge looting
Three men are expected to be arraigned in Marsh Harbour, Abaco today in connection with the looting of a barge that ran aground off the island, according to police.
Junkanoo groups prepared to bring their ‘A’ game despite challenges leading up to parades
DESPITE challenges leading up to the season, Junkanoo groups say they are ready to deliver a dazzling performance for the upcoming Boxing Day and New Year’s Day parades.
Mexican man accused of murder girl on yacht to enter plea before Supreme Court in December
A MEXICAN man accused of murdering Paige Bell, a 20-year-old South African woman killed on a super yacht in Eleuthera in July, was told this week he will enter a plea before the Supreme Court in December.
PM refuses apology, says food programme still under police probe
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis says the Minnis administration’s National Food Distribution Task Force remains under police investigation and has refused to apologise to non-governmental organisations, despite an Auditor General’s report finding no misuse of public funds.
Vote Pickstock to continue progress in Golden Isles, says Davis
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis appealed to Golden Isles voters last night to return the seat to his party with a vote for Darron Pickstock, warning that a choice for the Free National Movement would halt progress and stall change.
Govt scraps degree requirement unlocking promotions for hundreds of prison officers
THE government has scrapped the degree requirement that once blocked promotions inside the Bahamas Department of Corrections, a change National Security Minister Wayne Munroe said has helped unlocked more than 400 promotions so far — with another 400 expected.
Bid to appeal murder conviction dismissed by Court of Appeal
THE Court of Appeal has dismissed Craig Johnson’s latest bid to overturn his murder conviction for the 2013 killing of American sailor Kyle Bruner but advised him that the Privy Council may be the only remaining avenue to test his argument.
Judge denies bail to murder accused ‘Freddy’ Reckley
A SUPREME Court judge has refused bail to murder accused Dominique “Freddy” Reckley, ruling that the evidence against him is strong, the charge is serious, and there is a real risk he may not return to court if released.
BPL secures $90M IDB loan for system modernisation
BAHAMAS Power and Light and the Inter-American Development Bank have signed a $90m loan agreement to modernise the state utility’s operations, the first time the government has designated BPL as the direct borrower for a major international loan.
Three RBDF vessels to undergo full refurbishment in Netherlands
THREE Royal Bahamas Defence Force vessels will undergo full refurbishment in the Netherlands in December after years in which many ships missed routine dry docking, according to Minister of National Security Wayne Munroe.
Thursday, November 20
‘Curly’ says Arawak Cay fire forces vendors and officials to ‘reflect and refocus’ on the future
THE inferno that levelled six Arawak Cay restaurants on Sunday has ripped open long-standing tensions over how the Fish Fry is run, highlighting vendors' frustration with cramped wooden structures, lax oversight, and years of stalled reform.
Mitchell hints Fox should resign over political comments
FOREIGN Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell appeared to rebuke Ambassador-at-Large Rick Fox yesterday, saying ambassadors serve the government that appoints them and that “the honorable course is clear” if they disagree with the authority that put them in office.
PM’s wife: pregnant woman’s killing is a ‘double murder’
PRIME Minister’s wife Ann Marie Davis believes last month’s killing of seven-month pregnant Lauren Saunders amounts to a “double murder” — a view that contrasts with National Security Minister Wayne Munroe’s position that the law does not treat a foetus as a separate life and changing the law could have unintended consequences.
FNM: Remove Campbell now
A FURIOUS war of words erupted yesterday as the Free National Movement escalated its campaign to oust Golden Isles Returning Officer Neil Campbell, demanding his immediate removal and declaring him unfit to oversee Monday’s by-election.
Daughter’s murder ‘stole our world’
THE parents of 20-year-old yacht stewardess Paige Bell say they are desperately struggling through a grief that ‘stole their world’ as a man accused in connection with her death is set to appear in court today.
Spence Finlayson hosting ‘Pathways to Destiny’ seminar later this month
INTERNATIONAL motivational speaker Spence Finlayson is hosting an event, ‘Pathways to Destiny Motivational Seminar,’ in New Providence on November 28 at the Cancer Society of the Bahamas.
Jury convicts man of murder and attempted murder
A JURY yesterday found Donte “Drey” Deveaux guilty of the murder of Emmanuel Brown and the attempted murder of Samuel Joseph, whom he shot on Seventh Street in 2022.
FRONT PORCH: The sad decline, but continued promise of Arawak Cay
ARAWAK CAY and Fish Fry began with great promise. Some of the promised was fulfilled, with Bahamians flocking to the venue for “down home” Bahamian food and cultural events.
Suspended PMH nurse returns to work with no disciplinary action after probe ends
SENIOR nurse Pearl Williams is back on the job at Princess Margaret Hospital with no disciplinary action and no restrictions, Bahamas Nurses Union President Muriel Lightbourne said yesterday, ending a suspension that ignited national outrage and renewed scrutiny of conditions at the country’s busiest public hospital.
RBDF mourns dedicated Leading Woman Marine Stephanie Darville
LEADING Woman Marine Reservist Stephanie Darville was mourned this week as a devoted mother, disciplined officer, and the driving force behind her family’s reunions after she died last Sunday following a brief battle with aggressive cancer.
Wednesday, November 19
FNM calls for removal of Golden Isles Returning Officer Neil Campbell
The Free National Movement has written to Parliamentary Commissioner Harrison Thompson calling for the immediate removal of Neil Campbell as Returning Officer for the Golden Isles constituency, alleging he is “not a fit and proper person” to oversee the process and has publicly admitted a conflict of interest.
Judge rejects father’s moral attack on wife, granting custody to mother
A SUPREME Court judge shut down a father’s bid to cast his estranged wife’s same-sex relationship as a moral threat, saying he had no credibility while openly carrying on an adulterous relationship that produced a child.
PM’s meeting with Arawak Cay vendors ‘like a photo op’
A MEETING between Arawak Cay vendors affected by Sunday’s blaze and the prime minister was not favourable for business owners, the association’s president charged yesterday, describing the talks as “more like a photo op.”
Tribute to a true hero advocate: Alice Wong. RIP.
DISABILITY Justice Advocate, Founder of Disability Visibility Project, and writer Alice Wong died at the age of 51 on November 15.
Returning officer defends impartiality
THE returning officer responsible for overseeing the Golden Isles by-election has defended his impartiality after Monday’s chaotic standoff over the handling of advance poll ballot boxes - despite admitting he called Prime Minister Philip 'Brave' Davis his 'adopted father.
High-speed chase ends with man killed by police in morning Kemp Road shoot-out
CHAOTIC scenes erupted in Kemp Road yesterday morning after police shot and killed a man in his early 30s during a high-speed chase that scattered residents and sent officers swarming through narrow lanes.
Soaring demand pushes GB food aid groups to their limit
SOARING demand for food aid is pushing Grand Bahama’s major feeding organisations to their limits, as more residents turn to non-profits to help stretch dwindling grocery budgets.
Government announces senior diplomatic postings at commissioning ceremony
LOWELL Mortimer has been appointed Ambassador-at-Large, one of several senior diplomatic postings announced during a commissioning ceremony at Government House on Monday.
Judge warns divorcing couples against altering court deadlines
A SUPREME Court judge has warned that divorcing couples cannot privately alter deadlines set by the court, after a woman lost her chance to retain the matrimonial home because mortgage delays and informal agreements pushed her past the legally binding cutoff date.
SpaceX eyes new booster landings before year’s end
SPACEX hopes to resume Falcon 9 booster landings in Bahamian waters before the end of the year, with up to 20 additional recoveries planned at the Exuma Sound site once government approval is finalised.
Pintard says ‘unexplained wealth’ among public officials a cause for concern
“UNEXPLAINED wealth” among public officials and their relatives is cause for concern, says Free National Movement leader Michael Pintard, who accused the country’s disclosure system of failing to hold anyone accountable as delays drag into yet another year.
STATESIDE: Presidents and possibilities for The Bahamas
A hypothetical dialogue between James Monroe and Yan Jiarong might be intriguing. It might also shed some light on what’s happening with gradually increasing intensity to our south and east.
Tuesday, November 18
Bitten by the bug: A pharmacist's view of 40 years of HIV change
WHEN pharmacist Stephen Kemp talks about HIV work, there is no hesitation in his voice. He remembers the moment he walked into the HIV Treatment Centre more than a decade ago and felt something shift.
Briland operator: Two-year ban threatens Bahamas-US ‘conflict’
A Briland tourism operator has warned a Florida court that imposing a two-year ban on “competing” with its former partner will directly conflict with a Supreme Court Order and has no standing due to an $800,000-plus Bahamian tax debt.
Police urge holiday caution after chase ends in deadly shootout
Police are urging residents to take extra precautions heading into the holiday season after a chase through the St James Road area ended in a fatal shootout this morning.
Police accused of fabricating evidence to blame 2022 murder on defendant
The police were yesterday accused of fabricating evidence to pin a 2022 murder on Donte “Drey” Deveaux, while prosecutors argued the dying victim named him as the shooter on Seventh Street.
Sarkis and CCA ordered into mediation on $1.8bn damages
Baha Mar’s contractor and Sarkis Izmirlian have been ordered to “make a good faith attempt” to resolve the latter’s bid to collect on his now-$1.8bn damages award via mediation that will also involve the entity that owns two Nassau hotels.
Environmentalists urge fines for looted barge’s grounding
Environmental advocates yesterday called for fines and penalties to be levied against the parties responsible for the barge that grounded off Abaco as they voiced fears “there’s significant damage to the reef” on which it became stuck.
PLP slams Pintard’s ‘phantom’ passport allegations
THE Davis Administration continues to forcefully reject Opposition Leader Michael Pintard’s assertion that “a bag of passports” was found on a Bahamasair flight, with senior officials now accusing him of spreading a false story that stokes “xenophobic attitudes” and undermines national institutions.
FNM and COI block removal of ballot box claiming breach of agreement on how it should be transported
CHAOS erupted after advance polling ended in Golden Isles yesterday when Free National Movement and Coalition of Independents supporters blocked the removal of ballot boxes, accusing officials of breaching an agreement on how the materials should be transported.
Looters target victims of Arawak Cay fire
LOOTERS descended on Arawak Cay hours after a fire reduced six stalls to rubble, stripping fire victims of what little could be saved from one of the country’s busiest tourist hubs.
242 Golf Academy hosts its inaugural Classic
THE 242 Golf Academy hosted its inaugural 242 Golf Academy Classic on Saturday at the Blue Hill 9-hole Golf Course featuring golfers ages 18 and under.
CARIFTA water polo honours
JAHMAHL Wilson and Asher Bastian capped off a thrilling feat by Team Bahamas at the 2025 CARIFTA Water Polo Tournament by being awarded individual honours for their outstanding performances.
National Youth Guard’s fifth cohort benefitted from real-life training
SIXTY-EIGHT men and women across The Bahamas graduated yesterday as the fifth cohort of the National Youth Guard, pledging to answer the call of duty during natural disasters and national emergencies.
Special task force formed to target those who looted stranded barge
THE Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) has formed a specialised taskforce to target those who looted a grounded container barge in Abaco last week, with six people now in custody.
Funeral Directors Association criticises govt inaction on regulating the industry
THE head of the Bahamas Funeral Directors Association has renewed calls for the government to properly regulate the industry, calling it a “shame” that stakeholders are still battling the same longstanding issues with no progress.
Tour operators eyeing Thanksgiving upturn
Tour operators yesterday predicted an uptick in business for next week’s Thanksgiving holiday as the aviation industry shrugs off the impact from the recent US government shutdown and flight cancellations.
Exuma taxis blaming rental influx for slow Thanksgiving
Exuma taxi operators yesterday blamed an influx of rental vehicles and Sandals Emerald Bays continued closure for what is shaping up to be a slow Thanksgiving.
Teen accused of robbing a couple at gunpoint at Saunders Beach
A 17-year-old boy was remanded to prison yesterday after he was accused of robbing a couple at gunpoint on Saunders Beach.
Man accused of unlawful sex with teenage girl
A 26-year-old man was remanded to prison yesterday after he was accused of having sexual intercourse with a 15-year-old girl.
Three juveniles charged in GB school stabbing incident
A POLICE detective testified in the Grand Bahama’s Magistrate’s Court on Monday about his role in handling suspected marijuana evidence during the trial of a Grand Bahama man accused of possessing dangerous drugs with intent to supply.
PM: New skills initiative to close ‘possibility gap’
The Prime Minister says the newly-launched Upskill Bahamas initiative will allow Bahamians to close the “possibility gap” between their career ambitions and the skills they require to fulfill these dreams.
Rosewood Exuma move to ‘avoid further delays’
The developer of the $200m Rosewood Exuma project yesterday reiterated that its decision to submit a revised site plan application was designed to “avoid further delays” and resolve the concerns of opponents, who said the move is “exactly what we wanted to hear”.
Fire-ravaged Arawak Cay owners to ‘return stronger’
Restaurant owners whose businesses were destroyed by Sunday’s Arawak Cay fire yesterday pledged to rebuild and resume operations after suffering an estimated collective $1.5m in damages and losses.
Catholic Diocesan Primary basketball playoffs this Friday
WITH the playoffs set for this Friday, teams were jockeying for their positions as the Catholic Diocesan Primary Schools completed their basketball regular season on Friday at Loyola Hall on Gladstone Road.
Newly formed Bahamas Handball Federation hosts its first tournament in The Bahamas
THE newly formed Bahamas Handball Federation hosted its first tournament in The Bahamas on Friday with Claridge Primary claiming the early bragging rights as the co-ed champions.
Detective testifies on role in handling marijuana evidence
A POLICE detective testified in the Grand Bahama’s Magistrate’s Court on Monday about his role in handling suspected marijuana evidence during the trial of a Grand Bahama man accused of possessing dangerous drugs with intent to supply.
Op-Ed: Chinese Ambassador stresses cooperation, shared interests and development synergy with Bahamas
NEARLY 100 Bahamian representatives from various sectors visited China this year, supported by the Chinese Embassy. Most of them were impressed by China's rapid development, high technology, and its unique development path.
Atlantis’ annual ‘battle for the cause’ hits Montagu
ONCE again, Atlantis resort provided an opportunity for its staff and the general public to participate in their annual Fun Run, Walk, Roll race at Montagu Bay.
The woman bringing pelvic health into the spotlight
FOR nearly two decades, Dr DeVonnia Bonimy-Lee has been one of the quiet powerhouses shaping women’s wellness in the Bahamas. With a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, board certification as a Women’s Health Clinical Specialist and additional certifications in lymphoedema, cosmetic surgery therapy and yoga, her career reflects a rare blend of clinical expertise, compassion and advocacy.
Police investigate shooting that left three in hospital
Police are investigating a shooting that left three men in hospital on Sunday.
Monday, November 17
ERIC WIBERG: Wrecking - A history of survival and adaptation
Few chapters in Bahamian maritime history capture the tension between survival and morality like the era of wrecking.
Pintard accused of ‘desperate’ and ‘extremely reckless’ passport claims
DIRECTOR of Communications Latrae Rahming has accused Free National Movement leader Michael Pintard of making a “desperate” and “extremely reckless” allegation after the opposition chief claimed a bag of passports was found on a Bahamasair flight and triggered an internal probe.
Family of Gus Cooper distances themselves from Way Forward Valley Boys faction
THE family of the late Winston “Gus” Cooper has publicly distanced itself from the Way Forward faction of the Valley Boys and declared that only the World Famous faction, led by Brian Adderley, could host this year’s birthday celebrations in his honour.
Bahamas Striping donates J$16m to Jamaica's hurricane effort
BAHAMAS Striping Group of Companies has announced a contribution to Jamaica’s Hurricane Melissa recovery effort, donating J$16m — about US$104,000 — and pledging 5,000 school bags valued at US$20,000 to support students affected by the storm.
Rosewood developer to file revised plan amid protest
THE developer of the proposed $200m Rosewood Exuma resort on East Sampson Cay says it will file a revised site plan with the Town Planning Committee, following community feedback and ongoing controversy surrounding aspects of the project.
‘There’s no maritime law that justifies that kind of tiefing’
WHAT began on Thursday as a jubilant rush to loot a grounded barge off Abaco became a criminal scandal over the weekend, with at least two arrested and National Security Minister Wayne Munroe denouncing the mass theft as “criminal behaviour” that “gave Abaco a black eye.”
Tributes and tears as family and friends remember Madilyn
GRIEF hung heavy over St Joseph’s Catholic Parish on Thursday as the mother of 16-year-old Madilyn Thompson described how “alive” and full of joy her daughter had been just hours before her fatal fall in Panama earlier this month.
'We lost everything'
HEARTBREAK and disbelief swept through Arawak Cay yesterday as a fast-moving fire tore through a section of the popular food strip, destroying at least six stalls and severely damaging two others.
Carjacking spree accused also charged with putting woman in fear with handgun
A MAN was remanded to prison on Thursday after he was accused of a spree of armed carjackings earlier this month.
KDK Report: A wolf and a raven
For thousands of years and across multiple continents, a quiet partnership thrives between two unlikely allies.
Hanna strikes gold
FEMALE judoka Karra Hanna made history for The Bahamas Judo Federation with the victory, winning the first senior gold medal on the International Judo Federation world ranking circuit.
Valerie Nesbitt has triple-double as Bahamas defeats Jamaica 88-56
NOT only did The Bahamas pull off a mammoth win over its archrival, but Valerie Nesbitt produced a performance to remember.
Smart-storage service opens to assist US embassy visitors
A NEW smart-storage service aimed at solving a longstanding frustration for US Embassy visitors has opened on Shirley Street, after its founder turned her own stressful visa appointment into a business idea.
Rick Fox claps back at PLP suggestion he must mute himself during by-election
RICK Fox has blasted Progressive Liberal Party critics who say his ambassadorial post should silence him, arguing he cannot be told to stay quiet on political matters while “a sitting ambassador with a portfolio is openly endorsing a candidate while currently running for office himself” — a clear reference to non-resident Ambassador Sebas Bastian, who is running for Fort Charlotte.
Foul play not expected by police after man’s body found on Linda Cay
A MAN who left Lisbon Creek by dinghy on Saturday night was found dead on Linda Cay the next morning, after his abandoned vessel was discovered drifting near the shoreline.
INSIGHT: ‘Christian nation’ status being put to the test
WE often hear it said that The Bahamas is a Christian nation – but sometimes that seems open to question judging by the actions of our people and the decisions of our leaders.
Govt takes Labour on Campus career fair to Doris Johnson Senior High School
THE Department of Labour took its Labour on the Campus career fair to Doris Johnson Senior High School on Friday, pushing students to confront the realities of the job market as officials warned that unfilled skills gaps will be taken by foreign workers if Bahamians do not seize opportunities now.
Govt launches Upskill Bahamas offering free online courses
EIGHT thousand Bahamians now have access to free online courses from some of the world’s top universities after the government launched its Upskill Bahamas initiative, promising what officials call a large expansion of public learning opportunities.
Painter dies after fall from rooftop
A MAN died on Friday after falling from a roof he had been hired to paint at a home on Ocean Drive in western New Providence.
Man awaiting murder trial denied bail a second time
A MAN awaiting trial for a 2024 murder that prosecutors say was carried out in retaliation for his brother’s killing has been denied bail for the second time this year.
Man in hospital after stabbing attack in GB
A 37-year-old man was left hospitalised on Saturday night after he was stabbed multiple times during an attack outside a business in Mack Town, Grand Bahama.
Ladies’ national basketball team qualifies for Centrobasket
THE Bahamas women’s national basketball team gave it another gallant effort but suffered a 105-81 loss yesterday to the US Virgin Islands in the FIBA Caribbean Women’s Championships in Georgetown, Guyana.
Men’s national soccer team suffers 6-0 loss to British Virgin Islands
THE Bahamas men’s national soccer team closed out play in the first half of the Group D of the inaugural 2025-26 CONCACAF Series over the weekend with a 6-0 loss to the British Virgin Islands.
Sunday, November 16
Goldie’s destroyed as massive fire sweeps Fish Fry
Firefighters are battling a massive blaze at Arawak Cay’s Fish Fry that has been burning for about an hour, leaving several popular restaurants destroyed or severely damaged.
Friday, November 14
19-year-old turns lunch money into boutique business
AT 19, entrepreneur Dashia Moxey is running a growing clothing boutique, juggling multiple side businesses and studying law, after turning the lunch money she saved in high school into the capital for her own store.
'Christmas come early'
SCORES of looters in small boats swarmed a stranded container barge yesterday, hauling away goods in such volume that some joked “Christmas come early for Abaco” – while others phoned around asking if anyone had a boat to spare.
‘Exterminate cane toads to protect your family and pets’
CANE toads have become a permanent part of The Bahamas’ ecosystem, a local expert has warned, as sightings surge across New Providence and officials advise residents to kill the invasive species on sight to protect pets, wildlife and themselves.
China donates $85k for Hurricane Melissa relief
CHINA has pledged new disaster relief support to The Bahamas after Hurricane Melissa, with the Chinese government approving about US$84,665 under the China-Caribbean Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Fund.
Prosecution rests case in 2022 murder trial
THE prosecution has closed its case in the trial of the man accused of murdering Emmanuel Brown, who was gunned down on Seventh Street in 2022.
Jury dismissed after defendent claims he formerly worked with one of jurors
A JURY in an armed robbery trial was dismissed yesterday two weeks into a trial after it emerged that the defendant had previously worked with one of the jurors.
Car wash owner identifies shooters in 2022 attack
A MAN testified yesterday that he survived being shot four times by two men he had known for years, telling a Supreme Court jury he recognised both attackers as they opened fire on him at his East Street car wash in 2022.
Man waiting trial for murder has bail application denied
A MAN awaiting trial for the murder of Anthony Sullivan was denied bail earlier this week.
Health conditions will play part in US visa application process
A visa consultant who assists applicants says the Trump Administration’s recent immigration directive on health screenings will heighten fear among people applying for an American visa.
Albany developer receives presidential pardon from Trump after insider trading admission
ALBANY developer Joe Lewis has received a presidential pardon from US President Donald Trump, clearing the way for The Bahamas-based billionaire to re-enter the United States after pleading guilty to insider trading last year.
UB students ordered to sit exams in rooms deemed unusable due to mould
CONCERNS about mould in several classroom blocks at the University of The Bahamas intensified this week after students claimed they were instructed to sit end-of-semester exams in a room that had recently been deemed unusable.
PM: New Bight airport is on time and budget
The Prime Minister yesterday said the multi-million dollar New Bight International Airport upgrade is on time and on budget.
PM: Bahamas ‘bearing weight’ of climate crisis
The Prime Minister yesterday called for fairness, justice, and tangible support for small island developing states as he warned that nations such as The Bahamas are “bearing the weight of a crisis we did not cause”.
Bahamas ‘competing with getting people off the ship’
The Bahamas is “competing with getting people off the ship”, the deputy prime minister asserted yesterday, adding that there will still be sufficient cruise passenger volumes for all even after Royal Caribbean’s Paradise Island destination opens next month.
Bahamas targets 20% cheaper meat prices with direct imports
The Bahamas Trade Commission is aiming to cut out the middleman on 100 percent of this nation’s meat imports in a bid to slash prices for consumers by 20 percent, its chairman revealed yesterday.
Doctors Hospital ‘earnings muted’ but profits rise 29%
Doctors Hospital’s finance chief yesterday asserted that “earnings are still muted” despite first-half profits for its 2026 financial year surging by 28.8 percent as it moves to accelerate The Kidney Centre’s integration.
‘Final push’ to keep politics away from small businesses
A long-standing small business advocate is making “the final push” for legislation that would counter “stagnated growth” and “keep politics out” of policies and initiatives designed to foster Bahamian entrepreneurial success.
Bahamas routs Suriname 77-45
AFTER getting blown out by 27 points from host Guyana on the opening day of the FIBA Caribbean Women's Championships, The Bahamas women's national basketball team took their frustration out on Suriname with a 32-point rout.
Despite 2-1 loss to Anguilla, head coach says men’s national soccer team ‘played very well’
DESPITE losing 2-1 to Anguilla, head coach Kevin Davies said he was still pleased with the performance of the men's national soccer team on Wednesday at the Truman Bodden Sports Complex in George Town, Cayman Islands.
OPM rejects Pintard’s claim of passports found on Bahamasair flight
THE Office of the Prime Minister last night rejected Free National Movement Leader Michael Pintard's claim that an investigation had been completed into a package of “unaccompanied” Bahamian passports allegedly found on a Bahamasair flight.
Thursday, November 13
Mental health days off will be unpaid
The days-off for mental health that will be provided to Bahamian workers via the upcoming Employment Act reforms will be unpaid, it was disclosed yesterday.
‘Don’t push agenda’: Electric vehicle 50% target ‘not feasible’
Bahamian auto dealers yesterday warned the Government against “pushing an agenda” that disrupts the industry as they argued that achieving 50 percent electric vehicle by 2025 “just isn’t feasible for us as a country”.
Work continues on site for roadside garage relocation
WORK has begun to prepare the Gladstone Road site where the government plans to relocate New Providence’s long-troublesome roadside garages, newly appointed Environment and Natural Resources Minister Zane Lightbourne said yesterday.
'Restraint will be tested'
CORRECTIONAL officers’ restraint and professionalism will be tested as they are now tasked with guarding the man accused of killing one of their colleagues, Commissioner of Corrections Doan Cleare admitted yesterday.
Fields: Deactivate inactive taxi and livery plates
A FORMER Nassau Cruise Port director has praised the government’s decision to recall nearly 800 inactive taxi and livery plates, but believes officials should go further by permanently deactivating them and imposing a moratorium to curb the oversaturated market.
Expectant father ‘Milky’ killed in tragic car crash
FATHER-TO-BE James Lambert, known across Nassau’s entertainment scene as “Milky,” died in a car crash as he prepared to welcome his second child.
Man accused of stabbing prison officer charged with murder
A MAN was remanded to prison yesterday in connection with the fatal stabbing of prison officer Ashantio Johnson at Blu Ice Bar & Restaurant earlier this month.
Four juveniles in custody over school stabbing incident in GB
FOUR juveniles are in custody after two students were stabbed during a fight at JC Academy in Freeport on Tuesday afternoon.
Redundancy bond on hold - for now
Plans to mandate that Bahamian employers must finance redundancy insurance as part of proposed reforms to employment legislation have been put on hold for now, it was confirmed yesterday.
Simplified offers free AI course for clients
The Simplified Group of Companies yesterday pledged it will provide free artificial intelligence (AI) education and certification to all customers who engage with it.
Fourteen young Bahamians graduate the government's 2025 National Lifeguard Certification Programme
FOURTEEN young Bahamians are now fully certified lifeguards after completing the 2025 National Lifeguard Certification Programme — a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at improving water safety and creating employment opportunities across the country.
Three more shantytowns marked for demolition
THREE more shantytowns — two in New Providence and one in Andros — have been marked for demolition as the government’s Unregulated Community Action Task Force presses ahead with its nationwide clearance campaign, Works and Family Island Affairs Minister Clay Sweeting said yesterday.
FNM candidate for Fox Hill claims latest office break-in caused $8k in damages
FREE National Movement candidate for Fox Hill Dr Nicholas Fox said “everything that could break was broken” after vandals smashed glass, overturned files, and caused about $8,000 in damage at his Collins Avenue medical clinic over the weekend — the second break-in there this year.
Several government workers demanding overtime pay as holiday season nears
MONTHS after this year’s Independence celebrations, several government workers say they are still awaiting overtime pay and are now demanding compensation, especially as the holiday season nears.
Man charged with attempted murder in daylight drive-by attack on East Street
POLICE statements read in court yesterday described how a man was shot in the right thigh and abdomen during a broad daylight drive-by attack on East Street, as the trial for a 2022 attempted murder continued.
NJC: Over 120 apply to serve as judges for 2025 Junkanoo parades
MORE than 120 people have applied to serve as judges for the 2025 Boxing Day and New Year’s Day Junkanoo parades, according to the National Junkanoo Committee.
Mangrove Cay set for major infrastructure overhaul
MANGROVE Cay, Andros, is set for a major infrastructure overhaul after the government signed a $22.7 million public-private partnership to modernise the island’s water and road systems over the next 18 months.
FRONT PORCH: Information does not good communication make
IT IS CURIOUS, the number of supposedly seasoned politicians with many years in the arena, who still seem incapable of appreciating the gulf between giving voters information and communicating effectively through poetry, simple prose, colloquialisms, and memorable stories.
National study shows employability and GDP as top productivity indicators
EARLY responses to the National Productivity Council Stakeholder Survey show Bahamians hold varying views on how the country’s productivity should be measured, with employability and GDP per capita emerging as the two leading indicators so far.
Gov’t invests $22.7m to aid South Andros water supply
The Government yesterday committed $22.7m to replace outdated pipelines and expand water distribution across Mangrove Cay, with new mains and service connections planned for more than 350 homes and businesses.
Jamaicans driving cyber scams in The Bahamas
Cyber-related frauds and scams such as ‘smishing’ are ever-increasing and “largely being perpetrated out of Jamaica”, senior Bahamian bank executives warned yesterday.
Regulator detects 142 breaches by licensees
The Securities Commission has detected 142 breaches committed by its capital markets, investment fund and corporate services provider licensees as a result of on-site inspections conducted in 2025, it was revealed yesterday.
Bahamas misses ‘passing grade’ over 35% project success rates
The Bahamas’ is failing to obtain “a passing grade” by bringing just 35 percent of proposed public-private partnership (PPP) projects through to fruition, an Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) executive warned yesterday.
Whose fault was 30,000 gallon Exuma oil spill?
A Bahamian shipping company embroiled in a 30,000-gallon Exuma oil spill has launched a Supreme Court action against the US supplier and Indian manufacturer of “alleged defective hoses” that caused the pollution.
Chamber president to lead-off Long Island Business Outlook
The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce’s chief executive will deliver the keynote address at the 11th annual Long Island Business Outlook conference that will be held next Thursday at the Clarence Town Community Centre.
‘No silver bullet cure-all’ for housing shortage woe
A Bahamian developer yesterday warned “there’s no silver bullet that cures all” housing shortage ills while asserting that persons would be “shocked” by how much land prices have increased since 2000.
KEITH ROYE II: Esports growth lays path for digital entrepreneurs
In recent years, the global gaming industry has undergone a remarkable transformation, expanding beyond leisure and entertainment into a space that is influencing education, innovation and business strategy.
Bahamas partnering with AI firm to craft tourist vacations
The Bahamas has partnered with an artificial intelligence (AI) powered platform in a bid to develop customised vacation itineraries for its thousands of visitors.
Wednesday, November 12
Devynne Charlton earns the Prime Minister's Award for National Pride
DEVYNNE Charlton won the Prime Minister’s Award for National Pride at the 2025 National Sports Awards, held at Sandals Royal Bahamian, Cable Beach, on November 8.
Minister pledges no spending binge before general election
A Cabinet minister yesterday pledged that the Government will maintain fiscal discipline and not engage in runaway public spending in a bid to help it retain office at the upcoming 2026 general election.
‘We’ll bring it home’: Insurer says no rate increase in 2026
A Bahamian insurer yesterday voiced optimism that businesses and homeowners will suffer “no increase in premium prices” for all-perils catastrophe coverage in 2026 despite the multi-billion damages inflicted by Hurricane Melissa.
GB’s ‘Walt Disney’ answer giving short-term headache
Grand Bahama tourism operators are proposing that one of Carnival’s “smaller ships” call on Freeport Harbour twice a week to ease the up to 90 percent plunge in business since its $600m Celebration Key port opened.
Banks told: End ‘check box’ approach to new accounts
Bahamian commercial banks were yesterday urged to move away from a “check the box” approach to account opening as the time taken to establish new local currency facilities for businesses fell by 28.6 percent in the 2024 second half.
Pintard: By-election result not referendum on FNM leadership
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard said yesterday he will be “good regardless” of the outcome of the November 24 Golden Isles by-election, rejecting claims that the race could be a referendum on his leadership.
PMH patients detail long waits, poor conditions
A 23-year-old accident victim who said he slept in a chair for two days waiting for treatment and a young mother whose citizenship bid has stalled for months because she is unable to retrieve her hospital records are among the latest to highlight frustration with conditions at Princess Margaret Hospital.
US trans deportee now 'lost in limbo'
HANDCUFFED, shackled, and escorted up a plane’s steps, Deanna Richardson said an officer leaned close and said: “In Trump’s world there are only two genders. Put him back with the other men.”
Rare killer whale sighting recorded in Exuma Sound
A RARE sighting of orcas, also known as killer whales, was recently recorded by scientists off Eleuthera – an encounter that thrilled researchers and renewed concern about the potential effects of industrial noise on marine mammals in Bahamian waters.
Dogs that attacked young boy have been euthanised
TWO pitbulls which mauled a seven-year-old boy on Saturday were owned by the youngster’s restuarant operator’s father, it was revealed yesterday.
Police investigating viral footage allegedly of students hanging out at abandoned building during school
POLICE are investigating viral footage allegedly showing students from a local high school hanging out at an abandoned building during school hours.
Couple robbed at gunpoint
A MAN and a woman were robbed at gunpoint late Monday night while parked at a beach in western New Providence.
Two arrested and guns seized
TWO men were arrested and two guns seized in separate police operations in New Providence on Monday.
Teenage girl hospitalized in suspected suicide attempt
A TEENAGE girl was hospitalised on Monday after allegedly ingesting a quantity of medication in what police suspect was a suicide attempt.
Cable Beach Boaters Association defends acting Port Controller
EXECUTIVES of the Cable Beach Boaters Association yesterday defended the Port Department and acting Port Controller Berne Wright against accusations of harassment and selective enforcement, insisting that efforts to regulate the water sports industry are focused on fairness, structure, and safety — not victimisation.
Man accused of raping woman on fifteen separate occassions
A MAN accused of raping and indecently assaulting a woman 15 times has had his trial set for 2026.
Minister denies accountants turned into ‘tax collectors’
A Cabinet Minister yesterday pushed back at concerns that recent Business Licence reforms have imposed unfair pressure on accountants and turned them into “tax collectors”.
Companies lack ‘in-house’ skills to boost productivity
The Bahamas National Productivity Task Force is rapidly escalating its push to enhance efficiency and productivity across both public and private sectors, it was revealed yesterday.
Bahamas formalises Caribbean regional fisheries membership
The Bahamas is one of four nations that have signed on to the agreement establishing the Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM).
Central and South Abaco FNM candidate releases book on House of Assembly
A NEW book tracing the origins and evolution of the House of Assembly from 1729 to 1900 has been released by Free National Movement Central and South Abaco candidate Jeremy Sweeting.
Video of men exiting car and shooting at another man shown in court during attempted murder trial
SECURITY footage was shown in court yesterday of two men exiting a vehicle and opening fire on a man in broad daylight on East Street, as the trial for a 2022 attempted murder continued.
Manslaughter charge in fatal traffic accident involving teen
A 61-year-old man was remanded to prison yesterday after being accused of causing a fatal traffic accident in February that claimed the life of a 19-year-old man in Eleuthera.
Widow testifies slain husband was in fear for his life but never told her who they were
THE widow of Emmanuel Brown, who was gunned down on Seventh Street in 2022, told a Supreme Court jury yesterday that her husband had been living in fear for his life but never revealed who he was afraid of.
Govt reveals Bahamix Limited board of directors calling it a ‘major step in modernising roadworks operations
THE Ministry of Works and Family Island Affairs has officially established the Board of Directors for Bahamix Limited, marking what officials describe as a major step in modernising and streamlining the government’s roadworks operations.
Temporary causeway expected to be complete by mid-December at Taino Beach Bridge
WORK on a 200-foot-long temporary causeway to replace the deteriorating Taino Beach Bridge is moving ahead and is expected to be completed by mid-December, according to Lucaya Service Company (LUSCO).
UB workers protest over poor working conditions and failed salary reviews
FRUSTRATED employees of the University of The Bahamas (UB) protested yesterday over mouldy classrooms, poor working conditions, and the university’s failure to carry out a promised salary review.
Water and sewerage completes work on east bay street - road repair expected soon
AFTER weeks of evening traffic snarls caused by a damaged pipe along East Bay Street near Montagu, the Water and Sewerage Corporation was last night expected to have completed repairs, paving the way for road restoration and bringing relief to frustrated motorists.
FNM leader pledges to build up to 2,000 homes per year if elected
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard has pledged that an FNM government would build up to 2,000 homes each year if elected, promising visible results within six months of taking office.
ALICIA WALLACE: A liveable wage - essential, but still a pipe dream?
THERE have been several news stories on the cost of living in The Bahamas, the inadequacy of minimum wage, and the clear need for a living wage.
Summer BPL chief’s ‘greatest nightmare’
Bahamas Power & Light’s chief operating officer said that - while its New Providence network has enjoyed significant reliability improvements - the Family Islands remain the utility’s greatest challenge.
Businesses suffer more bank account delays than citizens
More Bahamian businesses than individual citizens suffered new bank account opening delays during the 2024 second half, it was revealed yesterday. Businesses suffer more bankaccount delays than citizens
Game 1 of BAISS Senior Boys' Baseball Championship to be replayed in full today
GAME one of the Bahamas Association of Independent Secondary Schools Senior Boys’ Baseball Championship between the Queen’s College Comets and St. Augustine’s College Big Red Machine was stopped due to heavy rainfall on Monday evening at the Andre Rodgers National Stadium.
Masters bring home track and field medals
HALF-miler Michael Armbrister and long jumper Natasha “Downtown” Brown continued the success in track and field for The Bahamas at the Mexico North, Central American and Caribbean Masters Championships over the weekend.
Comets soar past Big Red Machine 22-12 in BAISS Sr Girls Softball Championships opener
THE defending champions Queen’s College Comets soared past the St. Augustine’s College Big Red Machine 22-12 in game one of the Bahamas Association of Independent Secondary Schools Senior Girls’ Softball Championships yesterday.
Bringing home the gold, silver
BAHAMAS Aquatics got another feather in its cap as The Bahamas’ under-14 co-ed team returned home as champions of the XXXVIII CARIFTA Aquatics Championships Water Polo, while the under-16 boys’ team got the silver medals this past weekend.
Tuesday, November 11
Gibson: DRMA failed to deliver hurricane relief
LONG Island MP Adrian Gibson has accused the Disaster Risk Management Authority (DRMA) of neglecting residents in need of hurricane relief, calling the failure to deliver supplies to the island “disgraceful”, “deeply disappointing” and “unacceptable.”
Trove of Bahamian history to be auctioned in first public sale of private antiques
A TROVE of Bahamian history — the first public sale of private antiques from a single Bahamian home — will be auctioned next month at the Baker Estate, a preserved 1920s Colonial residence on William and Shirley Streets once owned by pioneering merchant Anthony Baker.
Water sports and tour operators accuse Port Department of arbitrary treatment
SOME water sports and tour operators in New Providence are accusing the Port Department of harassment, intimidation, and selective enforcement, alleging that officials have targeted outspoken business owners while turning a blind eye to unlicensed competitors.
'Unbearable' three years for family of missing woman
IT has been three agonising years since Rochellda “Dadah” Woodside vanished without a trace while walking home — three years of waiting, searching, and praying for answers that never came.
Former senior officer named in US cocaine indictment challenging RBPF over dismissal
A FORMER senior police officer named in a US federal indictment over alleged cocaine trafficking has won permission to challenge his dismissal from the Royal Bahamas Police Force, after a Supreme Court judge ruled that Commissioner Clayton Fernander may have acted unlawfully in firing him without due process.
Bahamas short of 500 nurses
THE BAHAMAS is facing a shortage of about 500 registered nurses, says Public Hospitals Authority Managing Director Dr Aubynette Rolle, who warns that the exodus of healthcare workers and declining staff morale has placed mounting pressure on the public health system.
Murder victim's friend testifies in shooting trial
A MAN who survived a shooting incident that claimed his friend’s life told a Supreme Court jury yesterday that he watched the gunman press a weapon to his head before opening fire, as the trial into the 2022 murder of Emmanuel “Manny” Brown began before Justice Jeannine Weech-Gomez.
Belize Bishop Wright elected Archbishop of region for Anglican church over Bahamian Bishop Laish Boyd
BELIZE Bishop Philip Wright was yesterday elected Archbishop of the Church in the Province of the West Indies, defeating Bahamas Bishop Laish Boyd in a historic vote that made him the first Belizean to lead the regional Anglican Church.
Man injured in East Hill Street shooting incident
A 21-year-old man was shot and injured early Monday morning after gunmen opened fire on his vehicle near East Hill Street.
Teenage boy accused of fatal shooting at Arawak Cay
A TEENAGE boy was remanded to prison yesterday after being accused of fatally shooting Philip Lockhart at Arawak Cay last month.
Man must pay $200k fine or face five years prison
A MAN was ordered to pay a $198,000 fine or face five years in prison after admitting yesterday to possessing $207,000 worth of drugs and 20 rounds of ammunition at his Atlantic Drive home.
Father recalls last time he saw his son in manslaughter trial
A FATHER yesterday recalled the last time he saw his teenage son alive, as the manslaughter trial into the 2013 shooting death of 18-year-old Sylvester Woodside continued.
American man bitten by seven-foot reef shark while spearfishing near Chub Cay
A 24-year-old American man required seven stitches after being bitten by a seven-foot reef shark while spearfishing off Chub Cay in the Berry Islands on Sunday — the latest in a string of shark-related incidents involving US visitors in Bahamian waters this year.
BPL send seven-man team to help restore power in Jamaica
A SEVEN-member team from Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) has travelled to Jamaica to help restore electricity in communities devastated by Hurricane Melissa, joining the Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation’s (CARILEC) regional disaster response effort.
Red-Line Athletics Track Club holds 6th annual Motivational, Health, and Wellness Seminar
THE Red-Line Athletics Track Club held its sixth annual Motivational, Health and Wellness Seminar this past weekend at the University of the Bahamas Library Auditorium.
BNU chief accuses Darville of hypocrisy on ministry's handling of suspended nurses
BAHAMAS Nurses Union President Muriel Lightbourn yesterday accused Health and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville of hypocrisy over his ministry’s handling of suspended nurses, as she revealed that more than 30 public health nurses have been suspended since she took office in 2023.
Baha Mar pledges to address Melia replacement concerns
Residents living behind Cable Beach’s former Melia resort have voiced concerns about the noise, safety and impact on their daily lives from Baha Mar’s latest expansion plans to replace that property.
Monday, November 10
Police investigate armed robbery incidents in Nassau and firearm seizure in GB
POLICE are investigating three separate incidents — an armed robbery in Nassau, a shop-breaking on Collins Avenue, and a firearm seizure in Grand Bahama — that occurred between Friday and Saturday.
Chamber chiefs call for better Out Island utilities
Family Island Chamber of Commerce chiefs have renewed calls for improved telecommunications and utility services outside New Providence.
Realtors say no panic over ‘signs of slowing’
Realtors say there is “nothing to panic about” after it was suggested the Bahamian market “showed signs of slowing” with 2025 third quarter home listings down for New Providence, Abaco and Exuma.
Briland operator's partner: $800k unpaid taxes 'is completely bogus'
A Briland tourism operator’s US partner refused to pay $800,000-plus in unpaid Bahamian taxes because the amount demanded was “completely bogus” and would result in a “gross overpayment” if settled with the Department of Inland Revenue.
Port says protest sparked by driver’s access rule breach
Nassau Cruise Port’s chief executive last night revealed that taxi driver protests were sparked when one breached access rules by removing security barriers - a move that triggered police intervention.
‘Quite a jump’: Gov’t targeting 50% electric vehicle share by 2035
Increasing new electric vehicle sales three to four-fold to meet the Government’s targeted 50 percent market share by 2035 will be “quite a jump”, a dealer admitted yesterday, while hailing its “vision” for combating climate change.
Marinas up to 60% off as they brace for ‘dismal’ winter
Bahamian marinas are suffering up to 60 percent sales declines as they brace for a “dismal” winter season following a largely negative Fort Lauderdale Boat Show response to this year’s fee and regulatory reforms.
Taxi cab drivers clash with police
THREE taxi drivers were arrested during scuffles with police as dozens of drivers paralysed access to the Nassau Cruise Port yesterday morning, blocking the entrance with their vehicles and refusing to move until long-standing grievances over what they call unfair treatment and worsening conditions were addressed.
Suspended nurse who exposed poor conditions at PMH has 'no plans' to pursue legal action
A SENIOR nurse suspended after publicly exposing deteriorating conditions at Princess Margaret Hospital said yesterday she has no plans to pursue legal action but hopes authorities will address the “serious concerns” she raised.
All major Junkanoo groups will participate in upcoming parades
ALL major Junkanoo A-groups will return to Bay Street for the Boxing Day and New Year’s Day parades, ending weeks of uncertainty about whether the nation’s premier cultural events would proceed without them.
Young man dies a week after stabbing incident
A YOUNG man who spent his 21st birthday fighting for his life in hospital after being stabbed in Yellow Elder Gardens has died, leaving his mother devastated and demanding justice.
Young boy in critical condition after he was attacked by vicious dog
A YOUNG boy remains in critical condition after a ferocious dog attack on Saturday.
Minister: Productivity must match wage rises
A Cabinet minister says higher wages must be matched by increased productivity from Bahamian workers.
Man on bail for murder fined for having marijuana
A 32-year-old man on bail for murder was fined $1,000 after pleading guilty to possession of Indian hemp with intent to supply.
Mom cries while denying she and daughter tried to murder tenants
A WOMAN wiped away tears in the Supreme Court on Friday as Justice Renae McKay urged her to compose herself as she denied taking part in a 2021 shooting in which she and her daughter are accused of trying to murder their tenants in Fox Hill.
Police investigating traffic fatality in Grand Bahama
POLICE are investigating a traffic accident in which a man died early Friday morning after his car slammed into a utility pole on Bethel Avenue, off Tonique Williams-Darling Highway, Grand Bahama.
Knowles tells new police recruits that expectations are high and margin of error is slim
COMMISSIONER of Police Shanta Knowles has warned new officers joining the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) that their roles come at a pivotal time when the organisation is under public scrutiny and focus on police conduct is high.
ACP Dames says nearly 2,000 have registered their cameras in community surveillance programme
NEARLY 2,000 residents have registered their home or business cameras with the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF), a sharp turnaround for a community surveillance programme that got off to a slow start two years ago.
FNM's Fox Hill candidate has office broken into for second time leaving him 'shaken'
A 25-YEAR-OLD man is in police custody following the second break-in at the medical office of the Free National Movement (FNM) candidate for Fox Hill, Dr Nicholas Fox, an incident that left the political newcomer “shaken.”
Fox mocks what he called 'election season theatrics' on social media
FORMER basketball star Rick Fox has taken aim at Bahamian politicians in a social media post that lampoons them for showing up “as Action Heroes” only when elections are near, remarks likely to raise eyebrows as speculation continues about his political ambitions.
Man convicted of months long stealing spree sentenced to four years
A PINEWOOD Gardens man who terrorised businesses across New Providence in a months-long stealing spree from laundromats, restaurants, bars, and convenience stores was sentenced to four years in prison on Friday after admitting to a string of break-ins and thefts.
Bahamian firms told to boost online presence
Bahamian businesses must strengthen their online presence and visibility in order to generate a greater return on investment (ROI) in the 21st century digital economy, technology entrepreneurs are warning.
Bridging generational gaps in the workplace
Communication, respect and mentorship are essential for developing a healthy multi-generational workforce, businesses executives who attended the National Conclave of Chambers of Commerce were told.
Straw Market chief tackles vendor concern on two jobs
The Straw Market Authority’s executive chairman says she will retire from the Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) at the end of November after concerns were voiced about her holding posts with two different government entities.
Six new faces on our 'Walk of Fame'
THE Ministry of Youth Sports and Culture held a ceremony at the Walk of Fame on Mychal Thompson Boulevard this past weekend to unveil six new portraits of Bahamian athletes - Romell Knowles, Nikia Deveaux-Christie, Devynne Charlton, Jasrado “Jazz” Chisholm Jr, Anita “Lynx” Moncur and Timothy Munnings.
AJ Storr scores 19 to help Rebels beat Warhawks 86-65
IN his debut outing of the 2025-26 season for the Ole Miss Rebels, after transferring from the Kansas Jayhawks, AJ Storr scored 19 points in the win over the UL Monroe Warhawks, 86-65.
Friday, November 7
Sir Ian's AI directive to ease investment no-go
The Chief Justice’s revised directive on using artificial intelligence (AI) was yesterday hailed as potentially paving the way for greater judicial efficiency and eliminating barriers that deter investors from coming to The Bahamas.
Tourism faces 'death by a thousands cuts', warns Board's chief
Airlift disruption from the US government shutdown is merely the latest challenge for a Bahamian tourism industry suffering “death by a thousand cuts”, a senior hotelier warned yesterday, as he urged the country to “take a hard look 20 years out”.
End ‘finger pointing’ on housing shortage
A senior banker yesterday demanded an end to “the finger pointing” over The Bahamas’ affordable housing shortage as he warned the delinquent properties backlog will not clear unless a “fair market value disconnect” is resolved.
Bahamas faces Boat Show fees push back
Abaco resorts and marinas yesterday revealed that they are receiving increasing warnings from tourists that they will not return due to the new and increased boating fees imposed in he 2025-2026 Budget.
Op-Ed: Sands defends suspended nurse
Growing up, my mother used to always say that ya shouldn’t cut off ya nose to spite ya face.
BNU chief expresses concerns over retention as 50 nurses have left over last four months
ABOUT 50 nurses have left the public healthcare system over the last three to four months as the the union pushes for more benefits to improve nurse retention, according to Bahamans Nurses Union president Muriel Lightbourn.
LPIA monitoring flights amid US govt shutdown
Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) has not received indications of possible schedule adjustments or cancellations from US airline partners as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced a 10 percent reduction of flights at 40 airports.
Man admitting to prison escape in Eleuthera sentenced to one year jail
A MAN who admitted to escaping the Harbour Island Police Station earlier this week was sentenced to one year in prison.
Former officer accused of beating a woman at a bar
A FORMER police constable severely beat a woman at a bar on Custom Way, a court heard.
Police commissioner hopes to see all-female recruit squad join police force
COMMISSIONER of Police Shanta Knowles said she hopes to see an all-female recruit squad join the Royal Bahamas Police Force soon, after two women topped their class at the graduation ceremony for B Squad 2025 in Grand Bahama on Wednesday.
'Only two new ankle bracelets successfully tampered with'
ONLY two people have successfully tampered with their electronic monitoring device under the government’s Migrafill-managed system, a sharp drop that National Security Minister Wayne Munroe says shows major progress in tightening bail supervision.
Judicial complaints procedure 'regrettably' not yet finalised, says Chief Justice
CHIEF Justice Ian Winder admitted yesterday that he and Bahamas Bar Association President Khalil Parker have “regrettably” not yet finalised the long-promised judicial complaints procedure nearly a year after pledging to complete it.
Miss Bahamas joins in walk-out from a Miss Universe ceremony
MISS Universe Bahamas 2025, Maliqué Maranda Bowe, walked out of a pre-pageant ceremony in Thailand this week alongside several other contestants after an organiser publicly insulted Miss Mexico as a ‘dumbhead’ and had her escorted out by security during a live broadcast.
Nurse suspended for speaking out on PMH
A SENIOR critical care nurse suspended after publicly lamenting leaking roofs, supply shortage issues and a rodent problem at Princess Margaret Hospital, feels she was treated like a criminal after being ordered not to travel, not to enter the hospital except for medical care, and to surrender her ID band.
BPL rebrands former customer call centre
Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) has unveiled the rebranding of its call centre as the customer engagement unit while pledging a faster, more responsive service for users.
Glover-Rolle: Maternity and paternity law changes expected by mid-2026
THE Bahamas is preparing to overhaul its maternity and paternity leave laws by mid-2026, according to Public Service and Labour Minister Pia Glover-Rolle, who warned that the country is “on the lower end of the threshold” regarding maternity leave compared to the rest of the world.
Court quashes man's bid to re-open appeal over 58-year murder sentence
A MAN’s bid to reopen his appeal against a 58-year prison sentence for two 2007 murders was refused this week by the Court of Appeal.
Data Protection reforms lack enforcement teeth
The Opposition’s finance spokesman believes the new Data Protection Act lacks sufficient enforcement powers to hold international operators accountable for misconduct and wrongdoing that occurs in The Bahamas.
Briland resort 15-20% behind on Thanksgiving
The Government and tourism operators were yesterday monitoring the potential 10 percent cut-back on US airline flights amid fears it could impact access to The Bahamas just as the peak winter tourism season starts.
Morton Salt emerges unscathed by Melissa
Morton Salt’s Inagua plant has emerged from Hurricane Melissa largely unscathed, the head of its line staff union said yesterday.
Richardson returns to Atlanta Braves as first-base coach for upcoming season
BAHAMIAN Major League Baseball coach and former player Antoan Richardson has officially returned to the Atlanta Braves as a first-base coach for this upcoming MLB season.
BACOITF marks its 50th anniversary with gala ball and award ceremony
THE BACOITF marked its 50th anniversary with a gala ball and award ceremony over the weekend at the British Colonial hotel, where they honoured members of the association and athletes who have contributed to the organisation's legacy.
Thursday, November 6
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Thursday, November 6, 2025
Trial closes on mother and daughter accused of attempted murder of their tenants
THE prosecution closed its case yesterday in the trial of a mother and daughter accused of attempting to murder their tenants in Fox Hill in 2021.
GB hotel, marina buyers in Port Lucaya Village tie-up
The Grand Lucayan and Port Lucaya Marina buyers are working together on plans to create a ‘Port Lucaya Village’ destination that aims to be the “first step in reigniting the stopover tourism product” in Grand Bahama.
Minister says 95% of vacant housing unfit for Bahamians Body
A Cabinet minister yesterday argued that 95 percent of the 25,00-plus vacant dwellings identified in a recent national housing survey are unfit “to meet the housing needs of Bahamian families”.
Taxi chief: 800 platerecall ‘kind of ironic’
The Bahamas Taxicab Union’s (BTCU) president yesterday asserted “it’s kind of ironic” that the Government is seeking to recall almost 800 taxi and livery plates when it was responsible for “saturating the market” with new issuances at the start of its term.
Tourism ministry, Carnival in talks to boost visitor traffic beyond Celebration Key
TOURISM Minister Chester Cooper said his ministry is exploring ways with Carnival to encourage visitors to venture beyond Celebration Key and increase spend at local businesses after some owners reported a sharp decline in visitors since the attraction site opened.
Christian Council to release statement on PLP's decision to ratify Island Luck CEO Sebas Bastian
BAHAMAS Christian Council President Bishop Delton Fernander said the council will release a statement on the Progressive Liberal Party’s decision to ratify Island Luck CEO Sebas Bastian for the next general election – but warned that it is “dangerous to try to put the church against politics.”
Bahamian students call UWI's deicision to resume in person classes 'tone-deaf'
BAHAMIANS are among the regional students who condemned as “tone-deaf” the University of the West Indies’ (UWI) Mona campus’ decision to resume face-to-face classes on Monday despite the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa.
JCNP denies making any agreement with govt for joint management of parades
THE National Junkanoo Committee (NJC) last night denied that any agreement had been made for joint management of the upcoming Boxing Day and New Year’s Day parades with the Junkanoo Corporation of New Providence (JCNP), adding to confusion after a video shared by the Office of the Prime Minister suggested otherwise.
Sam Bankman-Fried lawyers seek to overturn his fraud conviction
US FEDERAL appeals court judges reportedly appeared unconvinced yesterday by arguments from lawyers for former crypto tycoon Sam Bankman-Fried who are seeking to overturn his fraud conviction and secure a new trial on grounds that his initial proceedings were “fundamentally unfair.”
Freeport Primary students forced to relocate after discovery of roof damage and mold
FREEPORT Primary School was forced to close this week after roof damage and mould were discovered, prompting education officials to shut down the campus and relocate hundreds of students for safety reasons.
Thompson raises concern over ongoing bed shortage at Rand Memorial Hospital
EAST Grand Bahama MP Kwasi Thompson raised alarm yesterday over conditions at the Rand Memorial Hospital, citing reports of long delays for hospital admission due to an ongoing bed shortage.
Road Traffic Dept set to recall almost 800 inactive taxi and livery plates
MINISTER of Energy and Transport JoBeth Coleby-Davis said the government’s revenue intake at the Road Traffic Department has at times been “skewed” due to many taxi and livery plates being inactive.
White: I have no reason to apologize for being Bahamian
ST ANNE’S MP Adrian White said he was subjected to racial attacks after a video showed him stepping on Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) paraphernalia, adding that despite the backlash, he does not regret his actions and would do them again.
Pintard slams PM for playing 'good cop, bad cop' in ongoing Junkanoo confusion
FREE National Movement (FNM) Leader Michael Pintard has slammed Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis for his delayed intervention in the ongoing Junkanoo debacle, accusing him of sanctioning poor decisions and “playing a good cop, bad cop game” as tensions within the cultural community reached a breaking point.
Prison officer fatally stabbed
A TRAINEE Corrections Officer was fatally stabbed and two of his squad mates injured during a violent altercation at Blu Ice Restaurant & Bar early yesterday morning.
Eleuthera police recapture two prisoners a day after escape
POLICE recaptured two prisoners in Eleuthera after they escaped custody on Tuesday.
Sixty-four Haitian migrants repatriated to Cap-Haïtien
SIXTY-four Haitian nationals were repatriated to Cap-Haïtien, Haiti, yesterday.
GB man arrested over suspected possession of drugs after police chase
A 57-YEAR-OLD man was arrested yesterday in Grand Bahama after the discovery of suspected marijuana.
Third person charged in fatal drive-by shooting of Roland Evans Jr
A THIRD person was remanded to prison yesterday after being accused of the fatal drive-by shooting of Roland Evans Jr on Adderley Street in August.
Manslaughter trial delay after defendent falls ill
THE trial of a man accused of manslaughter in a 2013 shooting was delayed yesterday after the defendant fell ill.
Realtor eyes double digit growth in 2026
A Bahamian realtor yesterday said double-digit growth in 2026 is possible for his firm due to increased interest and demand for high-end real estate from Canadian, American and European buyers.
Opposition MP demands Freeport’s roads are fixed
The Opposition’s finance spokesman yesterday demanded that the Grand Bahama Port Authority’s (GBPA) Lucaya Service Company (LUSCO) fix Freeport’s “deteriorated” roads.
Wednesday, November 5
Prison officer killed, three others injured in brawl outside nightclub
Police are investigating an early morning altercation that left a prison officer dead and three other men injured outside a nightclub on Baillou Hill Road yesterday.
Prosecution recommends 15-to-20 years for man convicted of rape
THE prosecution has recommended a 15-to-20-year prison sentence for a man convicted of raping a woman who was dating his cousin in their shared apartment last year.
Man accused of 2013 manslaughter said 'I know I was going to turn myself in'
A POLICE officer testified yesterday that a man on trial for a 2013 manslaughter told officers he had planned to surrender the following day when he was arrested.
FNM's Brown wealthiest candidate in bid for Golden Isle's seat in by-election
FREE National Movement (FNM) candidate Brian Brown is the wealthiest candidate vying for the Golden Isles seat, with a net worth of over $2.39 million.
One Family declares support for govt led parade as rejecting JCNP's independently planned rival event
A RIFT in Junkanoo governance intensified last night after One Family declared its support for the government’s National Junkanoo Committee (NJC), rejecting the Junkanoo Corporation of New Providence’s (JCNP) plan to stage rival parades this season.
US detainee abuse officers charged
TWO police officers have been charged and could now facing dismissal over a shocking incident in which a detained American woman was forced to defecate on a police station floor, Police Commissioner Shanta Knowles confirmed to The Tribune yesterday.
Student's death in Panama 'not foul play or suicide'
NEITHER foul play nor suicide is suspected in the death of 16-year-old Bahamian student Madeline Thompson, who fell from a hotel balcony in Panama City while attending the 2025 FIRST Global Challenge, according to Bahamian government officials.
No framework to attract films to The Bahamas
BAHAMAS International Film Festival (BIFF) founder Leslie Vanderpool says The Bahamas has no functioning film industry, adding that policies and incentives to attract productions are needed before the country is left even further behind its regional competitors.
'No evidence' of staff mistreatment at Cricket Club as other violations are corrected
THE Cricket Club Restaurant and Pub has reportedly corrected several workplace and safety violations after a Labour Department investigation uncovered problems ranging from cross-contamination risks to outdated fire extinguishers.
FNM candidate for West GB and Bimini says proposed boundary change would make little difference at polls
FREE National Movement candidate Omar Isaacs says the proposed plan to divide the West Grand Bahama and Bimini constituency will make little difference at the polls, arguing that residents are too frustrated with years of government neglect and unkept promises to be swayed by boundary changes.
Litigation warned: Obey court orders or risk losing right to defend themselves
A SUPREME Court judge has warned litigants that failing to obey court orders could cost them their right to defend themselves after a couple risked losing their defence in a long-running loan dispute with Alpha Aviation Limited over unpaid court costs.
Former police man sentenced to four years in prison for attempting to solicit sex to dismiss traffic tickets
A FORMER police constable was sentenced to four years in prison yesterday for trying to solicit sex from a woman at Yamacraw Beach in exchange for dismissing her traffic tickets.
Man claims he was beaten in prison while awaiting murder trial
A MAN who claimed he was beaten in prison while awaiting trial for murder was denied bail for a second time.
Things ‘getting back to normal’ for Family Islands after storm
FAMILY Island residents are rebuilding their lives after Hurricane Melissa, with evacuees returning home and most islands regaining basic services, though some communities remain without power and full communications.
NAD braces for possible disruptions as Thanksgiving travel period approaches
WITH the United States government shutdown stretching into its sixth week, Nassau Airport Development Company (NAD) officials say operations at Lynden Pindling International Airport remain stable but they are bracing for possible disruptions as the busy Thanksgiving travel period approaches.
US military strikes in Caribbean condemned by Reparations Committee
THE Bahamas National Reparations Committee (BNRC) has issued a strongly worded open letter condemning recent US military actions in the Caribbean, warning that the region is “not a battlefield” and denouncing what it calls a continuation of colonial power dynamics.
Tuesday, November 4
Father of slain Adriel Moxey dies of cancer, and a ‘broken heart’
The father of murdered 12-year-old Adriel Moxey has died after a short battle with cancer, according to a close friend, who believes that in reality, he died of a broken heart.
FNM’s Brian Brown tops wealth list in Golden Isles by-election disclosures
FREE National Movement (FNM) candidate Brian Berkley Brown has emerged as the wealthiest contender in the upcoming Golden Isles by-election, with declared assets exceeding $2.6m, according to financial disclosures gazetted in The Tribune today.
Nearly 900 to lose entire Red Lobster investment
Nearly 900 Bahamians who acquired equity ownership via this nation’s first-ever crowdfunding raise have lost their entire investment after the Red Lobster franchise “decided not to proceed” with its restaurant build-out.
Less than ten businesses closed for health violations
Less than ten food-related businesses have been shut down for health and sanitary infractions so far in 2025, the sector’s regulator revealed yesterday, although one well-publicised closure has been allowed to re-open.
Cruise power provider targets $10m profit within four years
The power provider to cruise ships docked in Nassau is predicting it will more than double annual profits within two years of launching - and beat the $10m mark by year four - as it yesterday unveiled its $100m bond offering.
Mortgage applications fall to peak COVID-19 levels
New mortgage applications during the 2025 first half fell to levels last seen at the COVID-19 pandemic’s peak, it was revealed yesterday, with a senior banker warning the market will “remain subdued” unless hundreds of distressed properties are dealt with.
Heavy rains flood roads and neighbourhoods in Cat Island
MARINE WILSON of Stephenson, Cat Island, said she “lost everything” when floodwater rushed into her home on Sunday, forcing her and her family to flee barefoot as furniture floated outside.
Family offers $20K reward for information on death of father gunned down in front of four-year-old daughter
THE family of 25-year-old Quintero Arnett, who was murdered in front of his girlfriend and four-year-old daughter earlier this year, is offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of those responsible.
Junkanoo prep continues amid parade management chaos
JUNKANOOERS remain undeterred as they prepare for the Boxing Day and New Year’s Day parades, despite ongoing tensions between the Junkanoo Corporation of New Providence (JCNP) and the government over who should manage the events.
Panama police probe SAC student’s death
POLICE in Panama say they have not yet determined whether foul play was involved in the death of 16-year-old Bahamian student Madeline Thompson, who fell to her death from the 27th floor of a city centre hotel on Friday.
Man accused of having sex with 10-year-old girl
A MAN was remanded to prison yesterday after he was accused of having sexual relations with a 10-year-old girl twice this year in the Berry Islands.
Iram, COI denies claims he split from party
CENTRAL Grand Bahama MP Iram Lewis yesterday rejected claims that he had resigned from the Coalition of Independents (COI).
US Embassy donates hurricane relief supplies to Bahamas Red Cross
THE United States Embassy in Nassau yesterday donated more than $30,000 worth of hurricane relief supplies to the Bahamas Red Cross to support islands impacted by Hurricane Melissa.
PLP aspirant slams MP Adrian White for ‘defaming’ party poster
KENO Wong, the Progressive Liberal Party's aspirant for St Anne’s, has slammed Adrian White for “defaming” the party’s paraphernalia by stepping on a PLP poster in the road, calling the actions “childish” and unbecoming of a sitting MP.
Man struck twice in hit-and-run recovering, sister seeks answers
FOUR months after watching shocking footage of her brother being struck by one vehicle and then run over by another, Shanda Robinson says her family is still waiting for those responsible to come forward and for answers from authorities.
Attorney David Cash sues police, AG over Freeport arrest
ATTORNEY David P Cash has filed a Supreme Court claim seeking damages and constitutional declarations against the Commissioner of Police and the Attorney General, for what he calls his unlawful, malicious and unconstitutional arrest in Freeport last year.
Coroner finds police killing of cutlass-wielding man ‘justifiable’
AN officer breathed a sigh of relief yesterday as a jury returned a finding of justifiable homicide for the fatal shooting of a man that charged at him with a cutlass in Fox Hill in 2018.
Murder accused denied bail after alleged car theft
A MAN awaiting trial for murder was remanded to prison yesterday after he was accused in a recent car theft.
Monday, November 3
Nassau port operator in double-digit budget beat
The BISX-listed operator of Nassau’s main commercial shipping port is projecting it will beat revenue and operating income forecasts for its present 2026 financial year by double-digit percentages with container volumes breaching the 150,000 mark.
Bahamians may join forces to ‘revolutionise’ payments
Bahamian payment providers could join forces to submit one combined bid on a Central Bank contract that promises to “revolutionise the payment system” in this nation while generating improved financial access and inclusion.
Two-month NHI payment delays labelled ‘regrettable’
A Cabinet minister last night branded the latest payment delays suffered by doctors and other National Health Insurance (NHI) providers as “regrettable” with several complaining they are now owed for two months’ work.
‘Ticks all the boxes’: RF in 20% Simplified equity stake
A Bahamian investment bank yesterday asserted that its acquisition of a 20 percent ownership stake in a prominent non-bank institution “ticks all the boxes” for targeted returns and client wealth creation.
Resorts: More Melissa damage than expected
Resorts in the southern Bahamas yesterday conceded that Hurricane Melissa had inflicted more damage than originally forecast with one confirming the impact may slightly delay its planned November reopening.
‘Start of the swing’: Doctors first-half revenues up 5.6%
Doctors Hospital’s return to profitability and 5.6 percent increase in total revenue for the first half of its current financial year signals “the start of the swing” that recent investments will create for future earnings.
Storage tenants fume as $260k battle rages
Furious tenants at a Blake Road-based storage facility have been unable to recover thousands in deposits and pre-paid rents that are now entangled in an escalating Supreme Court battle between the property’s current and former operator.
Melissa ‘light at end of short tunnel’ for hotels
Family Island hotels impacted by Melissa will be able to see “light at the end of a very short tunnel” even though their planned early November re-openings may be slightly delayed by post-storm clean-up.
Four nominate in for by-election battle
THE race for the Golden Isles seat heated up on Friday as four candidates were officially nominated to contest the upcoming by-election, each pledging change, opportunity, and more inclusive leadership.
Toastmasters mourn after mentor Derek Rolle fatally shot
DISTINGUISHED Toastmaster Derek Garcia Rolle was fatally shot in south-eastern New Providence on Thursday night, sending shockwaves of sadness and disbelief through the local toastmasters’ community.
Crooked Island farmer appeals for help after Hurricane Melissa devastates crops
A CROOKED ISLAND farmer is appealing for government assistance after Hurricane Melissa devastated his five-acre farm, which had supplied fresh fruit to his community.
Residents voice frustration over repatriation delays after Hurricane Melissa
RESIDENTS in the southern Bahamas began returning to normalcy following Hurricane Melissa, with repatriation efforts wrapping up on Sunday.
Man jailed for 22 years for stabbing roommate over false affair claim
A MAN was sentenced to 22 years in prison on Friday for attempting to kill his roommate, whom he falsely believed was having an affair with his wife.
Police renew appeal for mother of abandoned newborn to come forward
POLICE Commissioner Shanta Knowles yesterday renewed appeals for the mother of a newborn baby found abandoned in bushes off Marshall Road to come forward, saying officers are concerned for her wellbeing.
Uncertainty deepens over Junkanoo parades
THE upcoming Boxing Day and New Year’s Day parades are facing growing uncertainty as conflicting reports emerge over which Junkanoo groups will participate in the government-run events and which will perform under the Junkanoo Corporation New Providence (JCNP).
BACSWN assists DRMA, US Coast Guard with hurricane evacuation flights
THE Bahamas Aviation, Climate and Severe Weather Network (BACSWN) played a key role in supporting evacuation efforts ahead of Hurricane Melissa, providing critical weather data that helped coordinate flights in collaboration with the US Coast Guard and the Disaster Risk Management Authority (DRMA).
St Augustine’s College student dies during school trip to Panama
A 16-year-old Bahamian student died in Panama after reportedly falling from the 27th floor of a high-rise hotel while attending an international robotics competition in Central America.
38 migrants convicted of immigration offences
Thirty-eight foreign nationals were convicted in Magistrate’s Court this week for various immigration offences, including overstaying and illegal landing.
Murder suspect denied bail over alleged police shooting
A MAN awaiting trial for two murders and the attempted murder of five police officers has been denied bail by the Supreme Court.
Man jailed for church break-in and assault on Eleuthera
A MAN was sentenced to three months in prison on Friday after admitting to breaking into a church and injuring a man during two separate incidents on Eleuthera.
INSIGHT: Junkanoo bust up may mean an empty Bay
THE road to Bay for Junkanoo this year is proving harder than ever.
Three officers under probe after murder suspect’s court escape
THREE police officers are under investigation in connection with last month’s escape of an accused murderer from the Magistrate’s Court Complex on South Street.
AML marks 50 years with $50,000 donation for 10th annual food drive
AML FOODS Limited has launched its 10th annual Feed 5000 Holiday Feeding Programme, marking the milestone with a $50,000 donation as the company celebrates its 50th anniversary.
US mobilises aid and private sector support for Bahamas after Hurricane Melissa
THE United States has pledged continued support to The Bahamas in the wake of Hurricane Melissa, mobilising both government and private sector resources to assist with relief and recovery efforts across the southern and central islands.
Two men remanded over fatal shooting of Mekhi Taylor
TWO men were remanded to prison on Friday in connection with the fatal shooting of 20-year-old Mekhi Taylor, who was gunned down while standing outside a parking lot with friends on University Boulevard last weekend.
Woman accused of stealing over $30K from security firm granted bail
A WOMAN was granted bail on Friday after she was accused of stealing more than $30,000 while working in the accounts department of a local security company.
Women’s national basketball team getting ready for FIBA Caribbean Championships
THE Bahamas women’s national basketball team continued its preparation for the upcoming FIBA Caribbean Championships with a practice session held at the D.W. Davis gymnasium this past weekend.
Mingoes late goal edges Renegades 2-1
IT was their second match in three days but the University of The Bahamas Mingoes got a late goal from captain Ronaldo Green to defeat Renegades 2-1 in the Bahamas Men’s Soccer League (BMSL) play on Wednesday.
GBTA hosts FOCOL Junior Tennis Tournament at YMCA
THE Grand Bahama Tennis Association hosted another edition of the FOCOL Junior Tennis Tournament at the YMCA.
Edgecombe scores 17 as 76ers’ unbeaten run snapped by Celtics
VALDEZ “VJ” Edgecombe and the Philadelphia 76ers’ undefeated season start came to an end this past weekend, when the Boston Celtics ended their four-game win streak in the 109-108 loss at home in a tense NBA Cup game.
