Saturday, January 31
PMH suspends outpatient clinics, cancels elective surgeries amid staffing pressures
THE Public Hospitals Authority yesterday announced temporary service adjustments at Princess Margaret Hospital, including the closure of several outpatient clinics and the cancellation of all elective surgeries, as it manages staffing levels and prioritises urgent care.
Friday, January 30
Global Red Cross chief says Caribbean is ‘under-invested’
THE president of the world’s largest humanitarian network arrived in the country this week warning that the Caribbean has been under-resourced for too long and signalling a deeper Red Cross footprint in the region.
Man killed weeks after starting new business
JUST weeks into the new year, Jamaal Ferguson was laying plans to start a new business, expand his work and build a more stable life – ambitions that were violently cut short when he was found stabbed to death inside his Daffodil Avenue home on Wednesday.
Weekend cold blast to bring near record lows
A BLAST of unusually cold, windy weather is set to sweep across The Bahamas this weekend, bringing near-record low temperatures, gale-force winds and dangerous marine conditions from Saturday afternoon through early Monday.
PM rejects Chamber warnings over GBPC
THE Davis administration has pushed back hard against warnings from the Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce over plans to acquire the Grand Bahama Power Company, arguing that energy reform is a public-interest necessity and not a narrow business exercise driven solely by cost recovery.
Nurses sick out for overtime pay
A MASS sick out by nurses coupled with ongoing shortages at the Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) severely affected healthcare services yesterday, leaving some patients waiting for hours and forcing others to return home.
Construction worker buried alive in hillside collapse
RECOVERY efforts continued this morning after a construction worker was killed during a hillside collapse at a site near the Tonique Williams-Darling Highway yesterday.
Thursday, January 29
Govt assessing PMH operations after nurses fail to report for duty
THE Government is assessing operations at Princess Margaret Hospital today following reports that some nurses did not report for duty amid ongoing tensions over unpaid overtime.
Three year sentence for guilty plea over loaded Glock pistol
A MAN who admitted to having a loaded pistol in his Major Road home last week was sentenced to three years in prison.
Davis and Pintard clash over carbon credit legislation
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis and Opposition leader Michael Pintard yesterday offered sharply different assessments of the government’s carbon credit agenda as Parliament debated new legislation intended to consolidate climate policy and monetise The Bahamas’ environmental assets.
Gale-force winds, dangerous seas and near-record cold to hit The Bahamas this weekend
STRONG gale-force winds, dangerous marine conditions and near-record low temperatures are forecast to impact The Bahamas this weekend into early next week.
'GB Power deal a political stunt'
The Government was yesterday accused of treating Grand Bahama residents as “puppets” by generating more questions than answers over its announced ambitions to acquire the island’s electricity monopoly.
Mitchell to PLPs: No need to talk to reporters
Foreign Affairs Minister and PLP Chairman Fred Mitchell has told Progressive Liberal Party politicians that they should not feel compelled to answer questions from the press.
Two officers face disciplinary tribunal over bribery claims
POLICE Commissioner Shanta Knowles said two police officers are facing disciplinary proceedings before the police tribunal after a viral video appeared to show an officer attempting to solicit a bribe from a tourist during a traffic stop.
Uber proposal ‘soundly rejected’ by taxi union
THE Bahamas Taxi Cab Union has flatly rejected any partnership with ride-sharing giant Uber, with union president Tyrone Butler saying the proposal was “not something that was welcome” by taxi drivers.
STATESIDE: Does unrest in Minnesota = an unpopular Trump?
DONALD Trump thought he had a really good chance to steal Minnesota in the 2024 presidential race.
Advocate warns forest clearing at Perpall Tract will worsen flooding
AN environmental advocate is warning that destroying the Perpall Tract Wellfield Forest to make way for housing could leave surrounding communities more vulnerable to flooding and erase one of New Providence’s last major forests for generations.
Stabbing death on Daffodil Ave sparks police investigation
A MAN in his late 30s was found dead with stab wounds to his upper body at his residence on Daffodil Avenue yesterday.
Thompson: Table GB power deal
EAST Grand Bahama MP Kwasi Thompson is demanding that the government table its memorandum of understanding with Emera over the proposed acquisition of Grand Bahama Power Company, warning that Bahamians are being asked to trust a deal in which the details remain hidden.
Pintard: Airport details have ‘fallen flat’ again
OPPOSITION Leader Michael Pintard said that after no measurable progress was made on the Grand Bahama International Airport over four years, the Prime Minister has again failed to provide key details during a recent announcement in Grand Bahama.
Govt dismisses artists union claim BMEU operating outside the law
THE Registrar of Trade Unions has rejected claims by the United Artists Bahamas Union (UABU) that a rival musicians’ union is operating outside the law, confirming instead that the Bahamas Musicians and Entertainers Union (BMEU) is in compliance with trade union requirements.
PHA approves healthcare overtime after union backlash
AFTER facing heavy backlash over delayed payments, the Davis administration has approved outstanding overtime funds for healthcare staff for December.
Tourism records “unprecedented” 12.5 million visitors for 2025
TOURISM in The Bahamas recorded another record-breaking year in 2025, with significant increases in visitor arrivals, according to Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper.
FRONT PORCH: Review and reform of web shops needed now
IF YOU combine the number of students in four or so of the largest high schools on New Providence, the tally would be approximately that of the population of Long Island, around 3,000.
Accountant charged with stealing $455k from local firm
A FEMALE accountant accused of stealing more than $455,000 from a West Bay Street contracting company and forging National Insurance and immigration receipts was granted bail yesterday.
Jury votes 7-2 to acquit man of Boxing Day rape charge
A 24-year-old man was acquitted yesterday by a Supreme Court jury of an alleged rape on Boxing Day 2024 involving a 19-year-old woman with whom he had a prior sexual relationship.
Two men granted bail for night burglary on Evans Street
TWO men accused of entering a man’s Evans Street home at night and stealing $358 worth of property earlier this week were granted bail yesterday.
Remaining FNM candidates to be ratified before Valentine’s Day, says Pintard
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard said the party is preparing to move swiftly through its remaining candidate approvals.
Wednesday, January 28
Fire damage costs soar 470% to $58.2M
FIRE damage across the Bahamas surged to an estimated $58.2m in 2025, more than four times the losses recorded the year before, as firefighters responded to sharply higher call volumes during a year marked by intense public concern over the country’s limited fire-fighting capacity.
Murders plummet 31% as major crime hits record lows
POLICE Commissioner Shanta Knowles said crime fell sharply across The Bahamas in 2025, with murders, armed robberies and other major offences recording some of the steepest declines seen in years.
Emera says PM’s GB Power announcement “far from ideal”
EMERA pushed back at the Prime Minister’s "far from ideal" announcement on the planned acquisition of Grand Bahama Power Company yesterday, telling employees there is “no final agreement” despite the Government having already signed a memorandum of understanding.
Davis unveils $550m in Grand Bahama projects and landmark power deal
A new $450 million cruise port, more than $100 million in airport redevelopment works, and a landmark energy agreement giving the government greater control of Grand Bahama’s power supply were among several major announcements made by Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis in Grand Bahama on Tuesday.
Rahming confirms GB Power Company is ‘acquisition’
Misgivings were last night voiced about the Government’s planned purchase of Grand Bahama Power Company after it was confirmed that the Prime Minister was referring to an “acquisition” as opposed to just taking regulatory “control” over the energy monopoly.
Killarney branch eyes Robyn Lynes for PLP candidate slot
INTEREST is growing over who will be the Progressive Liberal Party’s candidate for the Killarney seat in what is expected to be a hotly contested race, with former Senator Robyn Lynes emerging as a potential contender.
Davis: Progress is not always ribbon-cutting
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis on Tuesday defended his administration’s record on Grand Bahama, pushing back against criticism that several headline projects announced early in his term — including the Grand Lucayan Resort, a new international airport and a new hospital — remain undelivered more than four years later.
Knowles: Corruption claim ‘offensive’
COMMISSIONER of Police Shanta Knowles yesterday rebuked claims by an American attorney that corruption runs through Bahamian institutions, calling the remarks offensive and a far cry from the reality of police work in The Bahamas.
Proud mom as Edgecombe makes NBA All-Star Rising Star selection
VJ Edgecombe's Mom Bendra Rolle beams with pride at her son’s 2026 NBA ALL-STAR Rising Star selection.
Only four police convictions despite 169 civilian complaints
ALTHOUGH 169 complaints were lodged by civilians against police officers last year, only four cases ended with an officer being convicted or resigning, while several others were referred for formal disciplinary or prosecutorial action, according to figures released yesterday by the Royal Bahamas Police Force.
Traffic fines surge 224% amid rising road accidents
FIXED penalty notices for traffic violators surged by 224 percent last year, as police significantly stepped up enforcement on the nation’s roads even while crashes continued to climb.
Rape trial hinges on ‘conflicting narratives’ as closing arguments end
A 24-year-old man raped a 19-year-old woman on Boxing Day 2024 after refusing to take no for an answer, prosecutors told a Supreme Court jury yesterday, as the defence portrayed the complainant as a vindictive former partner.
Hanna Martin eyes tougher penalties for campus assaults
EDUCATION officials are working with the Attorney General’s Office to create “peculiar offences” for assaults on school campuses, Education Minister Glenys Hanna Martin said yesterday, as the brutal iron-bar attack on a Grand Bahama principal renews calls for tougher consequences.
Four charged in Anatol Rodgers attack granted $5,000 bail
FOUR men accused of assaulting an Anatol Rodgers High School student with a tyre wrench and seriously injuring the school’s principal were granted bail yesterday.
Prosecution seeks 25 years for shotgun robbery
THE prosecution submitted yesterday that a man convicted of a 2017 armed robbery at a web shop on Carmichael Road should face up to 25 years in prison, while the defence argued that any sentence should not exceed 10 years.
Inmate denies smuggling four pounds of marijuana
AN inmate at the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services denied possessing contraband in prison last year, including more than four pounds of marijuana.
ALICIA WALLACE: Barbados PM speaks truth on podcast
In her speaking engagements, Mottley is clear, direct, and unapologetic in making her points. Her confidence is evident and obviously undergirded by a wealth of knowledge.
Three officers face tribunal over court escape of D’Angelo Culmer
COMMISSIONER of Police Shanta Knowles said three police officers have been hauled before a police tribunal over the escape of accused murderer D’Angelo Culmer from the Magistrates’ Court Complex, as disciplinary proceedings continue more than a year after he vanished from custody.
Suicides surge 60 percent as mental health distress climbs
POLICE recorded 16 suicides in 2025, a stark 60 percent increase over the 10 recorded the year before, as attempts and calls for help also climbed sharply.
10th annual Carleton Williams Scholarship now open for applicants - closing May 3
Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers of Coca-Cola and Dasani products, is proud to announce the 10th annual Caribbean Bottling Company Carleton Williams Scholarship is now open.
Tuesday, January 27
Chamber chief: PM must layout ‘concrete plans’ for Grand Bahama
The Prime Minister must lay out “concrete plans” for the Grand Lucayan and Grand Bahama International Airport when he speaks to the island’s future today, with one private sector leader urging: “We need particulars we can sink our teeth into.”
$200m Exuma resort opponent hits planning permit ‘unfairness’
A key opponent of the $200m Rosewood Exuma project is threatening to initiate fresh legal action unless Bahamian planning authorities suspend next week’s site plan approval hearing over “procedural unfairness” and failing to comply with legal requirements.
Real estate ‘normalises’ as ‘buyer activity cools’
The Bahamian real estate market underwent “normalisation after several fast-paced quarters” during the final three months of 2025 as “buyer activity cooled” while new home listings on New Providence and other islands increased by double-digits.
Forty flights to Nassau hit by US snow storm
Lynden Pindling International Airport’s (LPIA) operator yesterday confirmed that more than 20 flights into The Bahamas’ major aviation gateway have been cancelled due to Winter Storm Fern’s impact on air travel from major tourism source markets across the US.
PHA chief warns: ‘Can’t pay overtime if dollars not here’
THE Public Hospitals Authority’s (PHA) managing director yesterday warned employees it is a case of when, not if, they will receive all due overtime pay as she warned: “If the dollars are not here, I cannot pay it out.”
Winter Storm Fern strands Bahamians across the US
A DEADLY winter storm tearing across the United States has paralysed travel, knocked out power to hundreds of thousands, and left Bahamian travellers stranded far from home as airlines struggle to recover from days of cancellations and delays.
Slain homeless man’s family seeks answers
THE killing of a 69-year-old homeless man on East Bay Street has left his family struggling to understand how a routine weekend night ended in violence, insisting he was not confrontational and never troubled anyone.
PLPs divided over timing of pre-election convention
SENIOR Progressive Liberal Party figures and supporters are split over whether the party should stage a voting convention next month, with critics questioning its value so close to a general election and backers urging a show of strength and momentum.
PHA late telling govt overtime fund ‘bust’
HEALTH and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville has expressed concern over why the government was not notified earlier that the Public Hospitals Authority had exhausted its overtime funds for medical staff, suggesting a breakdown in communication between the PHA and the government.
Haitian pastor in $14,000 visa scam
AN employee at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and three Grand Bahama residents are accused of orchestrating a visa fraud scheme that prosecutors say siphoned more than $14,000 from a church-linked effort to bring a Haitian pastor and his wife and their eight children to The Bahamas.
FACING REALITY: Are we following the Pastor or the Master?
THE CHURCH is quieter now. Not just on Sunday mornings, but in spirit as well.
Man charged with indecent assault of 17-year-old girl
A MAN accused of indecently assaulting a teenage girl twice last week on John F Kennedy Drive and at Junkanoo Beach was granted bail yesterday.
‘General Orders don’t require ZNS chief to tender resignation’
PUBLIC Services Minister Pia Glover-Rolle has pushed back against opposition demands for the resignation of ZNS General Manager Clint Watson, insisting that General Orders do not require public officers to step aside while engaging in political activity unless and until they are formally ratified as candidates.
Murder suspect fined $1,500 for bail breach
A MAN awaiting trial for the 2019 murder of Jermaine Williams was fined yesterday after breaching his bail conditions for 35 days.
Paternity leave and expanded maternity benefits set for mid-2026
LONG-awaited reforms to The Bahamas’ maternity and paternity leave laws remain on track for implementation by mid-2026, Labour and Public Service Minister Pia Glover-Rolle said, describing the overhaul as historic and overdue.
‘No minimum wage rise before election’
MINIMUM wage is unlikely to rise again before the next general election, Labour Minister Pia Glover-Rolle said, as the government instead focuses on training and upskilling initiatives aimed at moving workers beyond entry-level pay.
Accountant charged with abetting $240k theft
AN accountant at Asa H Pritchard Ltd accused of aiding in the theft of nearly a quarter of a million dollars from the company over a four-year period was granted bail yesterday.
Officer: Attempted murder accused gave ‘no comment’
A POLICE officer testified yesterday that a man accused of shooting at two officers in Elizabeth Estates in 2022 gave no comment during his police interview.
Mom pleads - ‘I want to put my son at rest’
THE family of a motorcyclist who died weeks after a Christmas Eve crash say they are trapped in limbo, unable to bury their son while waiting for answers they say police have yet to provide.
Bahamasair operations not affected immensely’ by MIA bomb scare
BAHAMASAIR’s operations were disrupted for just over an hour by Sunday’s bomb scare at Miami International Airport, Managing Director Tracy Cooper said, despite widespread evacuations and delays that left dozens of Bahamian travellers stranded and anxious.
McAlpine to run independent again: “We gon’ be ready this time”
MONTHS after announcing his intention to contest the Pineridge seat as an independent candidate, former area MP Frederick McAlpine has officially launched his campaign, telling supporters: “We gon’ be ready this time.”
Abaco man dies after being struck by truck at night
A 58-year-old man was killed Saturday night after being struck by a vehicle on Forest Drive in Abaco.
Law enforcement seize $3m worth of Cocaine at Bimini
A JOINT law enforcement operation in Bimini on Saturday night led to the seizure of approximately 150 kilograms of suspected cocaine valued at about $3m.
FRONT PORCH: Bahamas paying dearly for Christie’s greatest betrayal as Prime Minister
WHEN THE Perry Christie-led PLP lost office in 2017, they did so for reasons that have hobbled a succession of Bahamian governments: lack of jobs and persistent economic challenges, the propensity to throw parties out after one term, and a disdain for unaccountable, arrogant politicians.
Mitchell meets with the Secretary of State of the Holy See, Cardinal Pietro Parolin
Foreign Affairs minister Fred Mitchell met with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Secretary of State of the Holy See, on Friday to discuss climate change, peace and security, and sustainable development, with particular attention to their impact on the human condition.
Sorority packs 3,500 kits to help girls navigate 'first cycles'
FOR many young girls, getting their first menstrual cycle can be a frightening experience, particularly for those who may not fully understand what is happening to their bodies.
Monday, January 26
Pintard says Grand Bahama defined by stalled projects
UNPAID workers, shuttered properties and stalled projects now define Grand Bahama, Free National Movement leader Michael Pintard said yesterday, accusing the Davis administration of presiding over deepening economic decline while offering little more than promises and press events.
Fight for ex-Ginn project heating up
The fight to acquire and develop the former Ginn project has intensified after a Bahamian-led investor group paid a $2.6m deposit to purchase 1,143 acres as part of its bid to transform Grand Bahama’s West End into “the Monaco of the Caribbean”.
Bahamian investor’s $6.5b spend targets ‘thousands of jobs’
A Bahamian investor has unveiled ambitious plans to create thousands of construction and full-time jobs through the $6.5bn transformation of the former Ginn project in Grand Bahama’s West End into “the Monaco of the Caribbean”.
PM and Minister of Energy and Transport tour progress at Blue Hills Solar Project
Prime Minister Philip ‘Brave” Davis, alongside Minister of Energy and Transport, JoBeth Coleby-Davis, touring the Blue Hills Solar Project
Bombscare at Miami airport leaves Bahamians stranded
DOZENS of Bahamian travelers were left frantic at Miami International Airport yesterday after a bomb scare triggered evacuations and flight delays.
First time voters express apathy towards election
AS The Bahamas edges closer to a general election this year, signs of voter apathy are emerging among some first-time voters, many of whom say they are unlikely to cast a ballot because they feel uninformed, unconvinced by political parties and doubtful that any election outcome will deliver meaningful change.
Unions warning of healthcare collapse
KEY health unions are warning of a breakdown in the public healthcare system after the Public Hospitals Authority ran out of overtime money, leaving doctors, nurses and support staff facing delayed pay and prompting calls for workers to refuse extra shifts.
Legal cloud fuels FNM anxiety in Long Island
CONCERNS that an unresolved court case could cost the Free National Movement the Long Island seat are weighing heavily on the party’s nomination race, as four aspirants — including the sitting MP — press their case for selection.
30 months jail for man who attacked a GB school principal with iron bar
School principal Simone Butler-Cornish wept tears of relief after the man who brutally attacked her with an iron bar in her classroom was sentenced to 30 months in prison on Friday.
BLTA holds its first tournament of season
THE Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association successfully concluded its first tournament for the 2026 tennis season.
BNT urges action as invasive iguana caught in Adelaide
THE capture of a large green iguana in Adelaide over the weekend has renewed calls from The Bahamas National Trust for the government to move faster and more forcefully against invasive species that conservationists say are turning up more often across New Providence and beyond.
68-year-old man killed in East Bay Street assault
A 68-year-old man was killed during an assault on East Bay Street on Saturday night after he was struck with a stick during an altercation.
Dupuch-Carron pledges MICAL support despite withdrawal
ROBERT Dupuch-Carron says he will continue working to improve the MICAL constituency, including plans to deploy ambulances and expand emergency medical services in the Family Islands, despite withdrawing from the Progressive Liberal Party nomination race.
Man admits to church break-ins receives 18-month prison sentence
A MAN who admitted to breaking into two churches last year to fund his drug habit was sentenced to 18 months in prison on Friday.
WORLD VIEW: As migration closes, CARICOM must start to build jobs at home
ON JANUARY 14, 2026, the U.S. Department of State announced that, effective January 21, it would pause the issuance of all immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries, including 11 in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), deemed to be at “high risk of public benefits usage.”
INSIGHT: The strong case for filming cops
ANOTHER fatal shooting by police officers took place in the US over the weekend, and amid all the outrage, one thing is certain: without the video footage captured by phones, the story as we understand it might be very different.
Man reverses guilty plea in Coral Harbour gun case
A MAN who spent four days in prison last week denied having a loaded firearm and marijuana in his vehicle after police stopped and searched him in the Coral Harbour area earlier this month.
Man hospitalised after suspected suicide attempt
A 31-year-old man remains in hospital after he entered the water from a bridge on East Bay Street on Saturday night in what is being treated as a suspected suicide attempt.
Friday, January 23
Police probe suspicious fires in west Grand Bahama
TWO separate house fires in West Grand Bahama on Wednesday have left several people displaced, with police investigating both blazes as possible criminal matters.
‘Pockets of The Bahamas set for best year in history’
Sir Franklyn Wilson yesterday asserted that “pockets of The Bahamas will experience their best year in history” in 2026 while conceding that complaints the economic benefits are not being felt by all will always be “the reality”.
GBPA chief: ‘Companies don’t invest where they’ve lost faith’
The Grand Bahama Port Authority’s (GBPA) president yesterday hailed AML Foods’ $10.3m investment in a new distribution centre as a sign of investor confidence in Freeport, asserting: “Companies do not invest millions of dollars in places they have lost faith in.”
Davis administration reaffirms ‘zero-tolerance’ for corruption
WITH its term nearing an end and little tangible progress to point to on corruption and accountability, the Davis administration yesterday reaffirmed its “zero-tolerance” stance after a US defence attorney publicly accused Bahamian institutions of being steeped in drug money and corruption.
Pair of siblings charged over vulgar shanty demolition clash
TWO Eleuthera property owners were formally charged yesterday over a confrontation that erupted during a government demolition exercise in Spanish Wells earlier this month, an incident that was purportedly captured on video and widely circulated on social media.
PMH accident and emergency nearing full occupancy
HEALTH officials say the long-delayed Accident and Emergency redevelopment at Princess Margaret Hospital is finally nearing full occupancy, with the government now projecting that the newly renovated department will be completely operational within the next six weeks.
$30m Gov’t subdivision to hardly ‘dent’ 12k shortage
Realtors yesterday argued that the Government’s $30m investment in the 147-unit affordable home Premier Estates subdivision will barely “dent” The Bahamas’ 12,000-strong housing shortage.
Governor: Anti-financial crime fight critical to nation's stability
The Central Bank’s governor yesterday said international standards, data-driven strategies and cross-border co-operation are critical to The Bahamas’ fight against financial crime.
VAT cut ‘goes against grain’ of food security
A Bahamian agricultural entrepreneur last night warned that the Government’s elimination of VAT on unprepared foods will “go against the grain” of improving national food security, import substitution and growing more produce locally unless accompanied by similar tax relief for local farmers.
Public hospitals in overtime control as budget ‘exhausted’
The Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) has imposed strict payment controls “to preserve funding for urgent priorities” after “exhausting” its overtime budget within just three months of the current 2025-2026 fiscal year.
Bahamas can’t afford to not be ‘financial crime fighter’
The Attorney General yesterday signalled that “the cost of not being a fighter” in complying with global anti-financial crime standards outweighs “the burden” imposed on small jurisdictions such as The Bahamas in meeting these benchmarks.
US men remanded as Crown appeals bail in illegal fishing case
TWO American men accused of illegally operating a fishing vessel in Bahamian waters on 17 occasions over the past two years were remanded yesterday after the prosecution successfully stayed their bail pending an appeal.
Fred's last dance
PLP chairman and Fox Hill MP Fred Mitchell said he does not expect to campaign again for the party’s chairmanship as he signalled he has “one campaign left” focused on reelection in Fox Hill.
Op-Ed: A Policy Without Logic
In the world of international relations and cross-border law, data usually drives policy.
ERIC WIBERG: Drug plane wrecks on western New Providence
EVERYONE in the Bahamas has – or has heard – a story about a drug plane.
Palmetto Point medical facility set for 2026 finish
THE Davis administration says the long-promised Palmetto Point Advanced Medical Facility on Eleuthera remains on track for completion by the end of 2026, though officials acknowledge that delays in sourcing specialised materials could test that timeline.
$200m resort objectors fearing hearing ‘fundamentally flawed’
Opponents of the $200m Rosewood Exuma resort project yesterday voiced concern that the public planning consultation over its application for site plan approval risks being “fundamentally flawed”.
Teenager granted bail in Kemp Road firearm case
A 17-year-old boy accused of possessing a loaded firearm near Kemp Road earlier this week was granted bail yesterday.
Arresting officer denies beating suspect in attempted murder trial
A POLICE officer yesterday denied assaulting a man who is on trial for allegedly attempting to shoot two police officers with a rifle at St Lucia Crescent in 2022.
Court of Appeal orders new bail hearing for man accused of killing prison officer
A MAN accused of killing a Bahamas Department of Correctional Services officer has had his bid for bail revived after the Court of Appeal set aside a Supreme Court judge’s refusal and ordered the application to be reheard.
RBDF marine among two men charged in Carmichael shooting and robbery
TWO men accused of aiding in the robbery and shooting of a woman near a business on Carmichael Road last week were remanded to prison yesterday.
IAN FERGUSON: Companies revamp staff benefits for modern age
As the global workplace evolves, companies in The Bahamas are stepping boldly into 2026 with compensation packages that go far beyond salary alone.
Heads of Agreement signed for $283m New Providence Specialty Hospital
The Ministry of Health says progress continues on the proposed specialty hospital, with a key financing document now sent to Beijing for finalisation.
Davis calls for unity as PLP ratifies second slate of candidates
THE Progressive Liberal Party last night ratified its second slate of candidates ahead of the next general election during an event at party headquarters, drawing a large and energetic crowd of supporters.
DIANE PHILLIPS: Is Bahamas First or Second? (Or is it time to ditch the concept altogether?)
LIKE any Bahamian, I bristle when someone calls The Bahamas “a Third World country.”
Thursday, January 22
Governance reformer concern over Development Plan’s Bill
Governance reformers yesterday asserted it is “critical” that legislation giving the National Development Plan (NDP) legal effect minimises political interference to the greatest possible extent while voicing concerns about lack of civil society representation.
Realtors: 2026 ‘super promising’ amid tax residency, fee concern
Bahamian realtors believe 2026 is “super promising”, with one predicting a 25 percent increase in business volumes for his firm despite concerns over a potential increase in legal fees and the continued wait for tax residency certificates to launch.
‘Governing in the dark’ over food VAT removal
The Opposition’s finance spokesman yesterday sparked a full-blown House of Assembly row when accused the Davis administration of “governing in the dark” by failing to publicly disclose the data justifying the elimination of VAT on unprepared foods.
Gov’t plans $30m investment on 147-unit affordable homes
The Government is planning to invest $30m in developing a new 147-home affordable housing subdivision called Premier Estates 1 in New Providence’s Perpall Tract district, it has been revealed.
Bowe plans to protest Freetown nomination
The battle for the Progressive Liberal Party’s Free Town seat took a personal turn on Thursday as aspirant Ormanique Bowe announced plans to protest the ratification of incumbent MP Wayne Munroe.
Girl who saw dad killed finds comfort in senior officer’s visit
NEARLY a year after witnessing her father’s murder at just four years old, Quay’liah Arnett again found comfort in the arms of Chief Superintendent Chrislyn Skippings — this time as she celebrated her fifth birthday.
‘How much will Bahamians save from VAT cut on food?’
FREE National Movement deputy leader Shanendon Cartwright yesterday challenged the Davis administration to clearly say how much Bahamians will actually save when its recent VAT cut takes effect, as opposition criticism over the measure intensified in the House of Assembly.
Davis to outline Grand Bahama’s future as Grand Lucayan uncertainty grows
FOREIGN Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell said the government will travel to Grand Bahama later this month, with Prime Minister Philip Davis expected to make a national announcement outlining the future direction of the island amid renewed uncertainty surrounding the Grand Lucayan resort.
Leroy Major hints at possible run as indpendent - ‘Nothing is off the table’
SOUTHERN Shores MP Leroy Major yesterday left open the possibility of running as an independent in the next general election, saying “nothing is off the table.”
Food assistance demand ‘doubles’ for GB residents
The Opposition’s finance spokesman yesterday said food assistance demands on the Red Cross’s Grand Bahama operation have more than doubled year-over-year.
BTC union makes offer to resolve terminations
The union representing Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) line staff yesterday said it has made an offer to resolve the dispute over five recently-terminated workers, three of whom are its members, and is waiting for the carrier to respond with a counter-offer.
PwC Bahamas chief warns: ‘Diversification a necessity’
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) top Bahamian executive says diversification is “an economic necessity” and the time to “act decisively is now” with global corporate confidence at a five-year low over 2026 revenue growth prospects.
PM defends Gov’t on travel spending
The Prime Minister yesterday defended his administration’s spending on travel as positioning The Bahamas on the world stage and permitting the country to influence key international initiatives, including climate change and financial reform.
Bahamas first-ever land registrar named
The Registrar General’s Department yesterday confirmed that Petrocelli Edwards has been appointed as The Bahamas’ first-ever registrar of lands with effect from January 19, 2026.
Union executive challenges BAIC over written warning
A trade union executive yesterday challenged whether the Bahamas Agricultural and Industrial Corporation (BAIC) had breached the Industrial Relations Act over a final written warning she was issued over alleged confidentiality breaches.
DEIDRE BASTIAN: Signs of ‘favouritism’ affecting the workplace
Have you ever felt that some co-workers receive special treatment compared to others, and that this is often displayed in a manner that can easily be defined as favouritism?
'Bahamas infected with corruption'
AS a former chief petty officer with the Royal Bahamas Defence Force was yesterday jailed for four years for facilitating cocaine smuggling to the US, his lawyer launched an astonishing attack on the Bahamian government, claiming the “entire system is infected with drug money and corruption”.
OpEd: A policy without logic - why the US visa pause in The Bahamas defies economic and security reality
In the world of international relations and cross-border law, data usually drives policy
Wednesday, January 21
Several PLP nomination races are heating up
Eleven prospective candidates appeared before the Progressive Liberal Party’s Candidates Committee yesterday as the party continues its nomination process ahead of the next general election.
‘Bar set high’: New auto sales surge 15% in 2025
The 15 percent increase in new auto sales for 2025 “sets the bar high” for this year, the Bahamas Motor Dealers Association’s (BMDA) president revealed yesterday, with most industry operators likely “to take any increase we can get”.
Sands: ZNS Chief must resign post
ZNS General Manager Clint Watson is facing fresh calls for his resignation from leadership of the state broadcaster amid a public clash with a Freeport radio station host yesterday.
ALICIA WALLACE: Lessons we could learn from MLK
Monday, 19 January, 2026 was Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Two women charged with voyeurism
TWO women accused of voyeurism after allegedly being found in possession of a nude video of another woman were granted bail yesterday.
Police seize $3k in drugs after chase
Police on Eleuthera confiscated a quantity of suspected marijuana and arrested a man following a car chase on Monday.
BPL on track for 32 percent renewable energy by 2027
BAHAMAS Power & Light CEO Toni Pratt says the utility is on track to reach 32 per cent renewable energy by 2027, outlining a sustainability strategy centred on climate resilience, energy security and electricity affordability.
Teenager charged in fatal stabbing at Smith’s Hotel
AN 18-year-old man accused of fatally stabbing a 50-year-old man at Smith’s Hotel earlier this month was remanded to prison yesterday.
Man in police custody stable after suicide attempt
Police reported an alleged suicide attempt involving a man who was in custody yesterday.
Fugitive returned to face murder trial after 20 years on the run
A MAN who fled the jurisdiction more than 20 years ago is set to face trial for murder and armed robbery.
Mental health support demand spikes as suicides rise
THE Bahamas Psychological Association (BPA) says it has seen increased demand for mental health support in 2025, with notable spikes in calls to its helplines during certain months.
FNMs Central and South Andros nomination battle heats up
THE contest for the Free National Movement’s nomination in Central and South Andros is heating up, with supporters turning out in strong numbers for a recent party meeting on the island where two aspirants outlined their visions for the community.
Surge in voter registrations follows Boundaries Commission report tabling
THE Parliamentary Registration Department reported a significant increase in voter registrations and transfers since the tabling of the Boundaries Commission report in Parliament earlier this month.
Voter registration tops 196k ahead of upcoming election
PARLIAMENTARY Commissioner Harrison Thompson yesterday said more than 196,000 people are currently registered to vote, adding that he does not anticipate a significant increase in that number as many voters have already registered ahead of the general election.
Tributes for ‘kind hearted and loving’ teen car crash victim
HEARTFELT tributes from family and friends have flooded social media following the death of 18-year-old Chanell Adderley who was killed in a car crash this week.
SAC’s Big Red Machine rolls past Charles W Saunders Cougars 29-23
THE St Augustine’s College Big Red Machine got off to a sluggish start but still managed to roll past the Charles W Saunders Cougars yesterday.
No need for police probe over dismissed officer
IMMIGRATION Director Stephen LaRoda said he is satisfied that the matter involving a dismissed immigration officer has been concluded and that there was no further need for police action at this time.
Rosewood project gains mixed reviews from tourism operators
Tourism operators yesterday voiced mixed opinions over the $200m Rosewood Exuma project, with one asserting that he is “totally against” the development.
Gas retailers urge Bahamas to grow more of its produce
Gas station operators yesterday confirmed the elimination of VAT on unprepared foods will apply to their convenience store operations as they called for The Bahamas to produce more of what it consumes.
Analysts still have ‘VJ’ near the top of the rookie ladder
VALDEZ “VJ” Edgecombe kept pushing through the midseason chatter and turned what some called a “rookie wall” into a reminder of why the 76ers invested a top three pick in him.
Rosewood Exuma developer: Service dock cut by ‘a third’
The developer behind the $200m Rosewood Exuma project last night asserted it has reduced the size of its service dock by one-third in the latest plans submitted to Bahamian planning authorities for a new site plan approval.
Gas station operator in commercial client focus
The operator of the newest Esso-branded gas station on Sir Milo Butler Highway is targeting commercial clients such as jitneys and heavy equipment vehicles with fuel, facilities and forecourt space dedicated to their needs.
Relocated Fort Fincastle vendors suffer low sales
The Straw Businesspersons Society president yesterday asserted that low sales continue to plague vendors at Fort Charlotte because only a small fraction benefit from tour bus traffic.
Rhema earns Player of the Week again
RHEMA Collins added another hardware piece to her breakout season, earning Conference USA’s Player of the Week for the period ending January 18 - her second time receiving the honour this year.
‘Dangerous’ to reject tax reform because ‘unpopular or difficult’
The Bahamas was yesterday warned it is “dangerous” to dismiss tax reform options simply because they are perceived as “unpopular or “difficult” to implement, the head of a private sector tax advocacy group warned yesterday.
Everette ‘Elisha’ Obed Ferguson would have been 74 years old today
HAD he been alive, today would have marked the 74th birthday of The Bahamas’ former world boxing champion Everette ‘Elisha’ Obed Ferguson.
Everette ‘Elisha’ Obed Ferguson would have been 74 years old today
HAD he been alive, today would have marked the 74th birthday of The Bahamas’ former world boxing champion Everette ‘Elisha’ Obed Ferguson.
UB Mingoes fall to Panthers in straight sets
THE University of the Bahamas Mingoes women’s volleyball team got their four-game winning streak broken with a 3-0 loss to the Panthers in New Providence Volleyball Association (NPVA) action at the DW Davis Gymnasium on Sunday.
Grand Lucayan worker send-home industrial deal ‘breach’
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) president yesterday asserted he is “making all efforts” to meet with the Prime Minister in a bid to resolve the fate of Grand Lucayan workers sent home without due pay amid continued uncertainty over the resort’s sale.
Tuesday, January 20
Freeport needs developer and not just GBPA buyer
The Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce’s president yesterday asserted that any potential Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) purchaser must have “financial and intellectual capacity to act as a developer” and not just merely be able to acquire it.
Munroe: Officer in bribery video expected to face accountability
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe said yesterday he would be surprised if the police officer seen in a viral video allegedly soliciting a bribe from a tourist is still on active duty, suggesting the officer may have been reassigned while investigations continue.
Ayton makes Lakers history
DEANDRE Ayton turned in one of the most efficient games of the NBA season in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 110–93 win over the Toronto Raptors on January 18.
‘Significant concerns’ over $200m Rosewood Exuma’s dock location
Bahamian planning authorities are still voicing “significant concerns” about the location of the $200m Rosewood Exuma project’s service dock despite giving the “overall concept for the resort” support in principle.
Tax reporting blunder stuck $2.5m fine on trustee’s client
A Bahamian trust company caused a client to incur a $2.5m penalty after it mistakenly provided information not required by law to the Colombian tax authorities while valuing his investments at three times’ their previously-disclosed worth.
Gov’ts tax compliance reforms halted accounts ‘running amok’
The Government’s tax reforms over the past decade have prevented Bahamian businesses from “running amok” with their financial reporting and enabled small enterprises to expand to medium-sized ones, a corporate consultant argued yesterday.
Lucayan staff sent home without pay
Uncertainty deepened for Grand Lucayan Resort workers yesterday after employees were sent home from the government-owned property without pay as concerns also surfaced over access to National Insurance benefits.
Munroe faces challenge for party nomination in Freetown
FREETOWN MP and Minister of National Security Wayne Munroe will face off with his challenger Ormanique Bowe today when they meet with the Progressive Liberal Party’s Candidates Committee as it finalises its remaining slate of candidates ahead of this year’s election.
Immigration trainee fired over bribery voice notes
AN immigration officer has been dismissed with immediate effect from the Department of Immigration after voice notes circulated online suggesting the solicitation of a bribe.
RBDF officer in custody after robbery and shooting incident
A Royal Bahamas Defence Force officer is in custody following an armed robbery and shooting in the Carmichael Road area that saw an out-of-service government vehicle used as the getaway car.
Remanded for armed robbery of couple at beach out west
A MAN accused of robbing a couple at gunpoint on a beach in western New Providence and stealing their vehicle last week was remanded to prison yesterday.
How travel shapes the mind
TRAVEL is often marketed as escape.
FACING REALITY: Regulatory bodies are not consistent: When the law bends for some and breaks for others
Laws are not poetry.
Bahamas National Chess Championship set for January 23 to February 1 at Boost Academy
THE Bahamas Chess Federation (BCF) is proud to announce the return of the Bahamas National Chess Championship 2026, the federation’s premier over-the-board competition and one of the country’s most enduring annual sporting traditions.
Marina chief slams ‘absurd’ claim ‘we’re part of problem’
The Association of Bahamas Marinas (ABM) president yesterday slammed as “absurd” accusations that the industry is not doing enough to aid the crackdown on illegal fisheries practices by failing to alert the authorities to suspect vessels.
BYFFL’s 16U team wins championship title at USA Flag World Championships
THE Bahamas Youth Flag Football League delivered a strong overall showing at the USA Flag World Championships, which concluded this weekend in Tampa, Florida, highlighted by a championship title from its 16U team.
Repeat offender fined for Paradise Island exposure
A MAN who admitted exposing himself to a woman on Paradise Island earlier this month was fined $150 yesterday.
Bahamian fishermen demanding Dominican poacher crackdown
Bahamian fishermen yesterday said they are hoping the Government will crack down equally as hard on Dominican poachers and foreigners working on locally-owned fishing vessels following a late December meeting with senior security officials.
Police launch major new push to disrupt firearms trafficking
THE Royal Bahamas Police Force has launched a Firearm Trafficking and Criminal Justice training programme aimed at strengthening officers’ ability to disrupt the flow of illicit firearms into The Bahamas.
Pressure ongoing to free pilot still held in Venezuela
DIPLOMATIC efforts are ongoing to secure the release of Bahamian national Omar Munroe, who remains detained in Venezuela, according to Minister of Foreign Affairs Fred Mitchell.
Defendant admits to having unlicenced gun - denies threats
A MAN who admitted to possessing an unlicensed shotgun but denied threatening his sister with it at their Turtle Drive residence last week was granted bail on Friday.
18-year-old girl killed in car crash on Prince Charles Drive
AN 18-year-old woman became the country’s eighth traffic fatality of the year after she was killed in a car collision early yesterday morning.
Gov’t blasts assertion VAT savings just $11 per month
The Davis administration yesterday blasted suggestions that the average Bahamian family will only save $11 per month from eliminating VAT on all unprepared food.
Man pleads guilty to having loaded firearm
A MAN admitted to having a loaded firearm and marijuana in his vehicle after police stopped and searched him in the Coral Harbour area last week.
Red-Line Athletics team turns in another credible performance
THE Red-Line Athletics, one of two teams from New Providence competing, turned in another credible performance at the Carl Lewis Invitational in Houston, Texas, over the weekend.
Newly formed UPward Performance Track Club makes its presence felt at Carl Lewis High School Invitational
THE newly formed UPward Performance Track Club made its presence felt along with others at the Carl Lewis High School Invitational over the weekend in Houston, Texas.
Pintard: FNM’s candidate for Bimini and Berry islands already selected
FREE National Movement (FNM) leader Michael Pintard said the party has already decided a candidate for the newly created Bimini and Berry Islands seat and expects to inform the public sometime next week.
Musicians unveil ‘safety net’ for Bahamian artists
The United Artists Bahamas Union (UABU) yesterday launched its Benevolent Fund Committee to serve as a “safety net” for Bahamian musicians and entertainers regardless of union affiliation and membership.
Mitchell: I have ‘no dog in the hunt’ in PLP candidate selections
Progressive Liberal Party chairman Fred Mitchell yesterday rejected suggestions that he is backing any prospective candidates, saying he has “no dog in the hunt” as the party continues interviews ahead of the next general election.
Munroe: No ‘rush’ to launch investigations commission
MINISTER of National Security Wayne Munroe says the government will not rush the implementation of the Independent Commission of Investigations Act, warning that haste has historically cost the public treasury millions in lawsuits.
Public invited to nominate citizens for upcoming 2026 National Honours
NOMINATION submissions for National Honours 2026 will open on February 1, with the public invited to submit recommendations no later than March 31, according to the Advisory Committee for National Honours.
CR Walker earns BREEF’s Green Flag
CR Walker Senior High School has become the first government school on New Providence to receive the internationally recognised Eco-Schools Green Flag Award.
Zion Carey wins MLK Jr Oratorical Contest
ON Majority Rule Day, a moment of national pride and reflection in The Bahamas, one student’s voice stood out.
Blairwood Academy outreach for parents and teachers spotlights early recognition of dyslexia
A NEW awareness campaign is shining a spotlight on dyslexia—a learning difference that can affect up to one in five Bahamians—and offering parents simple, practical ways to identify early signs so children can receive support as soon as possible.
Monday, January 19
Ex-Abaco Chamber chief makes national lottery call
An ex-Abaco Chamber of Commerce president has called for The Bahamas to introduce a national lottery as a means to raise extra revenue and ease the burden of VAT and other taxes.
Bahamian family on Family Feud
SHALAH Beneby and her family, who have lived in Toronto for nearly 16 years, recently represented The Bahamas on Family Feud Canada, an experience she described as “nothing short of surreal.”
Police probe string of armed robberies across New Providence
POLICE are probing a string of robberies and attempted robberies across New Providence on Saturday night, as armed suspects targeted motorists and business establishments in a matter of hours.
FTX liquidators get $38m from selling Bahamas properties
FTX’s liquidators had raised $38.2m from selling-off eight of the collapsed crypto exchange’s Bahamian properties by early December 2025, it has been revealed, with “pending deals” and the appraised value of others set to generate a potential further $155.8m.
Illegal charters warned: ‘We’re coming for you’
Investigators are warning “hundreds” of suspected illegal foreign fishing charter operators that “we’re coming for you”, with Bahamian fishermen asserting: “We don’t want pirates and folks that don’t give a damn about our country.”
US seeks five-year prison term for terminally ill former officer
Prosecutors are urging a federal judge to impose a prison sentence of at least five years on former Royal Bahamas Defence Force officer Darrin Roker when he is sentenced on Wednesday, arguing that despite his advanced cancer diagnosis, his role in a major cocaine trafficking conspiracy warrants significant punishment.
KDK REPORT: Innovation making modern times in The Bahamas most promising for medicine
THE START of a new year carries with it the promise of opportunity.
UB, Disney extend Leading LIGHT programme to Abaco
The Leading LIGHT tourism and hospitality training programme will head to Abaco next month as the University of The Bahamas in partnership with Disney Cruise Line moves into Phase II of the programme.
NTA trainee graduates receive certificates, pins, and jobs
Seventy-six trainees graduated from the National Training Agency last week with many securing employment before completing the programme.
Rector: Restore integrity as a core national value
REVEREND Fr Kirkland H. Russell, Rector of the Pro-Cathedral of Christ the King, called on the legal professionals and the wider Bahamian society to reclaim integrity as a core national value.
US man fined for drugs as illegal fishing case proceeds
AN American man was fined $300 on Friday for possession of dangerous drugs as court proceedings continued against him and another American accused of illegally operating a fishing vessel in Bahamian waters on multiple occasions.
Abaco man fined $5,000 for detaining woman and infant
A MAN who admitted to detaining his infant son and the child’s mother last month in Abaco was fined on Friday for harm caused to both.
Two RBDF officers accused of forged gun licences
TWO Defence Force officers accused of possessing a forged firearm licence were granted bail on Friday.
University of The Bahamas aims for full international accreditation by end of 2027
THE University of The Bahamas aims to complete its long-running accreditation process by the end of 2027, UB President Dr Robert Blaine III said on Friday.
Abaco residents raise alarm over toxic Snake Cay landfill fires
DUMPSITE fires on Abaco have returned to public focus after political hopeful Crystal Williams shared a video showing an active blaze at the Snake Cay landfill, renewing calls for action on an issue residents say has persisted for years.
Appeal court rejects American man’s bid to challenge drug sentence
COURT of Appeal judges have dismissed an American man’s attempt to challenge his prison sentence for importing marijuana into The Bahamas.
Man remanded in Adelaide Village shooting
A MAN accused of fatally shooting Ricardo Jean after he was lured outside his Adelaide Village home earlier this month was remanded to prison last Friday.
Union: BTVI benefits and industrial matters moving forward
LONG-STALLED benefit and industrial matters at the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute have begun moving forward following the departure of former president Dr Linda Davis, according to Bahamas Union of Auxiliary Professionals in Education president Ernesto Williams.
Wong to seek PLP nomination for St Anne’s constituency
KENO Wong has announced plans to seek approval from the Progressive Liberal Party Leadership and Candidates Committee later this month, outlining a community-focused vision for St Anne’s centred on youth development, public safety and social support.
Sands warns voters beware of campaign-season promises
FNM chairman and former minister of health Duane Sands warned voters to be cautious about campaign-season promises, suggesting the Davis administration would borrow heavily to finance short-term commitments aimed at winning support.
Researcher seeks PLP nod in Bimini and Berry Islands race
Another contender has stepped forward in the emerging race for the Bimini and the Berry Islands constituency, with researcher Dr Melony Thompson declaring her intention to seek the PLP nomination.
RBDF renews partnership with RI National Guard
THE Royal Bahamas Defence Force and the Rhode Island National Guard have renewed their partnership under the United States National Guard State Partnership Program, extending a security relationship that has been in place since 2005.
Five traffic deaths recorded in first weeks of January
SEVEN people were killed in road traffic accidents in January 2025, compared with five fatalities recorded so far in January 2026, based on The Tribune’s records.
INSIGHT: Time to make your own list of issues, as the clock ticks down to elections
THE START of the year in The Bahamas is always a strange time. You barely get in your stride after New Year when suddenly there is another holiday – Majority Rule. It almost seems as if every year has a delayed start.
Home tax concessions ‘not so earth-shattering’
The Bahamian Contractors Association’s (BCA) president says recently-unveiled first-time home buyer and real property tax concessions are “not as earth-shattering as they seem” and will likely represent “modest good news for a small number of people” in the middle class.
GBPA chiefs avoid jail on water supply order breach
A Supreme Court judge has elected to impose a $6,000 fine, rather than send the directors of Freeport’s water supplier - including several Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) principals - to jail after finding it breached an Order preventing it from disconnecting a condo complex’s services.
DEREK SMITH: Corporate resilience means risk more than compliance
In the 2025 Hiscox Cyber Readiness Report, 33 percent of companies faced fines that damaged their financial health, while 30 percent reported reduced business performance and 29 percent experienced higher costs due to customer notifications resulting from cyber-related risk exposures.
Tax agency targets real property tax registration
A Department of Inland Revenue (DIR) official says there has been a noticeable improvement in business tax compliance in recent years.
Opposition renews demand for tourism levy disclosure
The Opposition’s deputy leader yesterday demanded that the Government provide a full accounting of how the funds collected through the $2 per person tourism enhancement levy have been used.
Vacation rental explosion worsens housing shortage
An over-saturation of Airbnbs and vacation rental properties is continuing to impact both Exuma’s housing market - especially long-term rentals - and its hotels.
Friday, January 16
NIB income jumps 14% amid $600m COVID cut to reserves
Higher contribution rates will “not secure the National Insurance Fund’s future” by themselves, its director warned yesterday, with its reserves cut by more than $600m over the last six years despite 2025’s 14 percent year-over-year income increase.
Walker: Bahamas is a valued partner, not just another pretty island
US Ambassador Herschel Walker yesterday reaffirmed his country’s ongoing support for The Bahamas in the wake of recent US policy changes, saying the United States does not see The Bahamas as just another pretty island, but as a valued friend and partner.
Bahamasair to temporarily reroute Long Island flights via Stella Maris
Bahamasair has announced a temporary change to its Long Island service due to ongoing upgrades at the Deadman’s Cay Airport terminal and runway.
Former cop cries at guilty verdict
FORMER Police Staff Association chairman Sonny Miller broke down in tears yesterday after being convicted yesterday of smuggling $1.4m worth of cocaine and $34,000 worth of marijuana into Acklins in 2022.
‘ Zero VAT on food as long food as long as PLP in govt’
ECONOMIC Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis said yesterday that Value Added Tax will remain at zero on all unprepared grocery items if the Davis administration is returned to office after the next general election.
DIANE PHILLIPS: Are our greatest fears keeping us from becoming our greatest selves?
WE ARE all afraid.
PM urges shift from recovery to long-term growth at Business Outlook
PRIME Minister Philip Davis yesterday said The Bahamas must move decisively beyond post-crisis recovery and focus on building a diversified, long-term economy, arguing that the country is now operating “from a position of strength.”
ERIC WIBERG: The "other" history of wrecking in The Bahamas
HISTORIAN Jim Lawlor points out in his 2021 study “Wrecked Emigrant Ships in The Bahamas: The Wreck of the Barque William and Mary,” in the Bahamas Historical Society’s International Journal of Bahamian Studies, that Bahamian wreckers are often depicted as rapacious, greedy, and ruthless.
Nassau Village clean-up to include new transfer station
THE Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources has begun a major clean-up exercise in Nassau Village, targeting long-standing illegal dumping sites and announcing plans for a permanent transfer station to curb indiscriminate disposal of waste.
Spanish Wells land owner claims property demolition was illegal
PROPERTY OWNER Blake Pinder has accused government officials of illegally demolishing his family’s property in Spanish Wells, claiming authorities failed to properly engage him despite repeated efforts to regularise the development.
Police recover vehicle used in Bernard Road murder
POLICE have recovered the vehicle used in Wednesday’s murder in Bernard Road as the search continues for the suspects responsible.
Watson: I will step down as GM of ZNS if nominated
PLP aspirant for Southern Shores and ZNS General Manager Clint Watson said last night he would resign from his post if he secures the Progressive Liberal Party’s nomination.
Customs: Enforcement has led to sharp decline in illegal drug shipments found
CUSTOMS officials believe sustained enforcement efforts and joint operations with partner agencies has led to a significant decline in illegal drug shipments into Nassau in recent months.
Man remanded charged with Christmas Eve knifepoint robbery
A MAN accused of robbing another man at knifepoint on Christmas Eve was remanded to prison earlier this week.
Woman accused of stabbing and injuring husband on Boxing Day
A WOMAN accused of stabbing and injuring her husband on Boxing Day was granted bail yesterday.
US pair accused of illegal fishing on 17 occasions
TWO American men were yesterday accused of illegally operating a fishing vessel in the waters of Exuma and Bimini on 17 occasions over the past two years.
Halkitis: Higher local production needed to cut cost of living
ECONOMIC Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis acknowledged yesterday that while the government’s newly announced Value Added Tax (VAT) exemption on unprepared foods sold in stores is a positive step, the high cost of living can only be meaningfully reduced by increasing local production rather than relying heavily on imports.
Thursday, January 15
Bahamas’ first sentencing guidelines and new criminal court announced
YESTERDAY marked the Opening of the Legal Year 2026, during which senior judicial and government officials outlined major criminal justice reforms, including the near completion of The Bahamas’ first Sentencing Guidelines, the finalisation of the long-awaited Criminal Bench Book and plans to expand judicial capacity.
New judicial complaints system to launch by end of month
AFTER months of public debate and nearly a year of delays, Chief Justice Ian Winder yesterday announced that a long-awaited judicial complaints process will be rolled out by the end of January, marking a step toward greater accountability within the judiciary.
PM: Dupuch-Carron ‘did the honourable thing’ by stepping aside
PRIME Minister Philip Davis today said Tribune president Robert Dupuch-Carron “did the honourable thing” by withdrawing his application for the Progressive Liberal Party’s nomination in the Mayaguana, Inagua, Crooked Island, Acklins and Long Cay (MICAL) constituency.
Prosecution looks to dispose of over 300 "cold cases" in 2026
MORE than 300 long-standing criminal matters have been identified as “cold cases” by prosecutors, with plans underway to dispose of the majority of them during 2026, officials said.
Three cousins, all officers, die in span of three months
THREE young men who died in separate violent and traffic-related incidents over the past three months, all serving in the country’s armed forces — were cousins, relatives have confirmed, deepening grief in the Lower Bogue, Eleuthera community.
7,000 families on food assistance
SOME 2,000 families have been added to Hands for Hunger’s food assistance register over the past year, bringing the total to roughly 7,000.
Dupuch-Carron bows out of PLP MICAL bid
Robert Dupuch-Carron has withdrawn his application for the Progressive Liberal Party’s nomination for the Mayaguana, Inagua, Crooked Island, Acklins and Long Cay (MICAL) constituency, citing concerns about a potential conflict of interest with the company he founded, The Bahamas Aviation, Climate & Severe Weather Network (BACSWN).
FRONT PORCH: The luminescence of Patricia Glinton Meicholas
IN LIFE and death Patti Glinton Meicholas was luminescent.
STATESIDE: Midterms, the president, and ducks: what does the future hold?
WE'RE soon going to become much more familiar with the term ‘lame duck.’
Sweeting slams ‘repugnant’ racial slurs at shantytown demolition in Spanish Wells
WORKS Minister Clay Sweeting yesterday denounced the conduct of two individuals filmed shouting racial slurs at officials during demolition activity in Spanish Wells, describing the conduct as “repugnant”.
Bishop calls for fairer, faster justice
ANGLICAN Bishop Laish Boyd yesterday challenged members of the legal fraternity to work towards shorter case times and a simpler and fairer justice system, as he lamented what he described as “disgraceful” treatment of the poor in the courts compared with the wealthy.
Education Director: School’s PLP song taken out of context
EDUCATION Director Dominique McCartney-Russell yesterday defended a Majority Rule programme at Garvin Tynes Primary School after a video of students singing a political song during the event sparked controversy.
Pinder: “Don’t hold your breath” on return to frontline politics
WITH his tenure as Attorney General having expired, Ryan Pinder said yesterday he has no plans to return to frontline politics, adding: “Don’t hold your breath.”
Man shot and killed by three gunmen on Bernard Road
A MAN was shot and killed on Bernard Road yesterday, becoming the country’s third murder victim of the year.
The Agency Bahamas closes record year, eyes $100m in 2026
THE Agency Bahamas has reported a 68 percent year-over-year increase in sales in 2025, marking what the brokerage describes as a record-breaking year and setting ambitious expansion targets for 2026.
$250m Six Senses resort yet to break ground
THE highly anticipated Six Senses resort development for Grand Bahama has failed to meet its projected 2026 opening date, raising questions about the project’s timeline.
MPs debate representation for ‘far-flung’ islands in boundary talks
QUESTIONS over how effectively a single Member of Parliament can represent far-flung islands such as MICAL were raised during a debate in the House of Assembly yesterday as MPs considered the boundaries resolution.
Man accused of having guns and drugs denied bail
A MAN accused of having a loaded gun and drugs in his home on Quakoo Street last weekend was denied bail.
Attempted murder suspect bailed for monitoring breach
A MAN awaiting trial for a 2022 attempted murder was accused of breaching his bail last week.
Man admits breaking to wife’s home but denies threatening her
A MAN who admitted to breaking into his estranged wife’s home on Marine Drive, but denied threatening to kill her, was granted bail.
Woman accused of stealing over $61k from two companies
A WOMAN accused of stealing more than $61,000 from two investment companies last summer was granted bail.
Wednesday, January 14
Super Value: ‘No guarantee’ all items VAT re-priced by April 1
Super Value’s president yesterday she cannot “make any promises” that all product prices will reflect VAT’s elimination on unprepared foods at the April 1 deadline given the mammoth task involved in adjusting thousands of goods that account for 80 percent of its sales.
US suspending immigrant visa processing from 75 countries
The State Department said Wednesday it will suspend the processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries whose nationals are deemed likely to require public assistance while living in the United States.
Seymour: Four child deaths ‘too many, too soon’
SENATOR Maxine Seymour has called for national reflection and stronger child-safety measures after the country recorded four child deaths across three islands in the first weeks of the year, describing the toll as “too many, too young, too soon”.
Former PYL chair shot and critically injured
QUESTIONS swirled yesterday over the motive behind a shooting that left a former Progressive Young Liberals chairman critically injured in the hospital.
Senior PLPs urge PM ‘wait until our time is right’ and avoid early election
SOME senior PLP supporters have a message for Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis: don’t call an early election.
Andros fish fry razed as no firetruck came
A FIRE tore through the Fish Fry in Nicholls Town, Andros, early yesterday as residents fought flames with buckets of seawater, once again exposing the absence of a functioning fire engine on an island of The Bahamas.
Bank chief slams Davis over ‘uninformed’ food vat removal
THE chairman of the Clearing Banks Association has sharply criticised the Davis administration’s decision to remove VAT from unprepared food sold in grocery stores, calling the move “an uninformed and an understudied or not sufficiently studied exercise” that sacrifices fiscal discipline for political appeal.THE chairman of the Clearing Banks Association has sharply criticised the Davis administration’s decision to remove VAT from unprepared food sold in grocery stores, calling the move “an uninformed and an understudied or not sufficiently studied exercise” that sacrifices fiscal discipline for political appeal.
Pintard calls Davis’ VAT food removal ‘April fools’ economics
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard yesterday accused the Davis administration of offering “April Fools’ economics,” arguing that the Davis administration’s latest cost-of-living measures are politically motivated and long overdue.
BNU chief ‘traumatised’ by brazen daylight robbery
BAHAMAS Nurses Union president Muriel Lightbourn said she was left shaken but grateful to be alive after a brazen daylight robbery in Chippingham last week, during which a thief opened her car door and stole her belongings while she sat inside.
Pilot bailed over drugs but banned from foreign flights
A WESTERN Air pilot charged with drug possession was freed on $10,000 bail last week under strict conditions that bar him from leaving The Bahamas or flying internationally while awaiting trial.
Migrant apprehensions drop sharply in 2025 as RBDF records 78 percent decline
THE Royal Bahamas Defence Force apprehended 440 migrants in 2025, a steep drop from 2,019 in 2024, as interceptions fell sharply across Cuban, Haitian and mixed-nationality routes tied to the Bahamas–Florida corridor.
ALICIA WALLACE: When help is needed, understand the forms of bystander intervention
THERE is a video recording of what appears to be sexual assault that has been circulating over the past few days.
Tuesday, January 13
PM Davis delivers 200 land conveyances to families on Moore’s Island, Abaco
AFTER generations of living, building and passing down land without formal ownership, scores of Moore’s Island residents received deeds of conveyance on Friday in what the government said marked a turning point for economic security on the Abaco island.
Five-year-old boy found dead in Abaco in suspected drowning incident
A FRANTIC search for a five-year-old boy in Abaco ended in tragedy yesterday after he was found dead in what police are investigating as an alleged drowning.
Superstar Rockers finally take top prize in GB's Pineyard Rush Junkanoo parade
THE Superstar Rockers are the unofficial winners of Grand Bahama’s Pineyard Rush Junkanoo Parade, finally breaking a six-year second-place streak to emerge the 2026 champions.
Young officer and recent graduate killed in separate weekend crashes
TWO men were killed in separate traffic incidents over the weekend, with one crash claiming the life of a recent high school graduate and the other ending the career of a young police officer.
Police probe officer over alleged bribe solicitation
THE Royal Bahamas Police Force has launched an investigation into a viral video that appears to show a police officer attempting to solicit a bribe from a tourist during a roadside traffic stop to avoid issuing a ticket.
Bahamian group in $400m bid for GBPA
A Bahamian investor group featuring an ex-Olympic swimmer, former FNM senator and grand-daughter of Super Value’s owner are aiming to raise more than $400m in initial capital to finance the acquisition of the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) and its key economic assets.
Families of murdered taxi driver and mechanic believe both men were lured to their deaths
A TAXI driver and a mechanic, both fathers of four, became the country’s first two murder victims of the year over the holiday weekend, leaving grieving families convinced the men were deliberately lured to their deaths.
VAT to be axed on all groceries
PRIME Minister Philip Davis last night announced the complete removal of VAT on food sold in grocery stores, a major tax policy shift the government says is aimed at easing persistent cost-of-living pressures.
Mitchell plays down rivalry over PLP constituency nominations as ‘normal passions’
PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party chairman Fred Mitchell moved on Friday to cool internal tensions and reassert control of the party’s nomination process, dismissing recent flare-ups and criticism of constituency boundaries as routine political noise rather than signs of instability.
Rick Fox to run for St James seat as independent or party candidate
FORMER NBA star Rick Fox announced yesterday that he will run in the newly created St James constituency, raising the stakes in the contest as he weighs whether to run with a political party or as an independent.
Govt knocks down 27 shanty town homes on Russell Island, Eleuthera
DEMOLITION of illegal structures on Russell Island in Spanish Wells began yesterday, nearly a year after government notices warned occupants to vacate unregulated settlements in the area.
PM attends women’s rights activist Iva Nixon's funeral
IVA Rebecca Burrows Nixon, a revered community leader in Inagua whose life was marked by activism, service and quiet authority, was laid to rest on Saturday at Saint Philip’s Anglican Church in Matthew Town.
Clergy hit out at ‘politicisation’ of Majority Rule as unfinished project
TWO senior religious leaders used yesterday’s Majority Rule service to deliver pointed warnings to political leaders, criticising the politicisation of the national holiday and questioning why young Bahamians remain largely absent from positions of political power.
Friday, January 9
St James residents split on whether new boundary cut was necessary or political
RESIDENTS of the newly created St James constituency are split over whether the boundary cut was necessary, with some acknowledging the sheer size of the former Golden Isles seat while questioning whether politics — not representation — drove the change.
Sands slams ‘project management failure’ as long lines mar free cataract surgery initiative
DELAYS in cataract surgeries under the China–Bahamas Brightness Action Initiative have frustrated patients and drawn opposition criticism, as health officials blamed uncontrolled chronic illnesses while critics pointed to failures in planning and execution.
Man ordered to compensate RBPF after pleading guilty to making a false report
A MAN was ordered to compensate the Royal Bahamas Police Force $250 after admitting to making a false report of an assault with a deadly weapon on New Year’s Eve.
Rolle and Bowleg are early considerations for new Bimini and Berry Islands seat
INTEREST is already building around the newly created Bimini and Berry Islands constituency, with early attention focusing on a sitting PLP senator and a former FNM MP as possible contenders.
Time doubled due to brutality of attack
A MAN who shot a woman in her vagina, beat her with a firearm and threatened to kill her and her family has had his prison sentence more than doubled after the Court of Appeal ruled that the original punishment grossly understated the brutality of the crime.
Grief resurfaces for widower after latest PMH neglect claims
JERAD Darville said allegations of neglect surrounding the recent death of a patient at Princess Margaret Hospital reopened wounds he has struggled to close since losing his 33-year-old wife Kenise there nearly two years ago.
Deveaux confirms desire to run in Bamboo Town again
HOUSE Speaker Patricia Deveaux has confirmed she will seek re-election in Bamboo Town and is confident of being renominated, but made clear she would remain loyal to the Progressive Liberal Party even if she is denied the party’s nod.
Primetime owner cites uneven playing field and rising overheads as 14-year-old venue closes
AFTER 14 years as a staple of New Providence’s nightlife, Primetime Nightclub has closed, marking the end of an era for a venue that once anchored late-night crowds.
Fraternity's Clean Slate 100 initiative unlocking economic reintegration
FOR the Delta Epsilon Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., the launch of Clean Slate 100 represents more than just a social justice initiative.
Arrest warrant issued for Brittany Harris over libel allegations
AN arrest warrant has been issued for Brittany Harris, the woman accused of intentionally libelling Energy and Transport Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis and attorney Bjorn Ferguson.
DIANE PHILLIPS: Saying goodbye was a beautiful thing
On Monday, the sea that had a slight chop only a little while earlier laid down flat, like a turquoise blanket as if to open its arms for what it was going to receive, the ashes of two family members.
Man charged with possession of an unlicensed firearm on Bay Street
A MAN has been charged with possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition after police allegedly found him with a loaded gun following a chase on Bay Street last weekend.
Fnm hits out at ‘misplaced priorities’ as Munroe denies $100m insurance debt
OPPOSITION figures are demanding answers amid allegations that police officers’ spouses and children were denied medical care because the government allegedly owes Colina Insurance Company about $100 million.
Op-Ed: Bahamian-born lawyer fighting scourge of human trafficking one victim at a time
The Month of January has been recognised as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month in the US
200 years of wrecks across the north central Bahamas (especially the Devil's Backbone!)
INNUMERABLE wrecks have occured in the north-central Bahamas, from the Berry Islands to Eleuthera and the Exumas. Here are a sample across roughly 200 years.
Thursday, January 8
US Embassy alert over visa fee scams
The United States Embassy Nassau has warned the public to be alert to online scams and misinformation circulating about the cost and application process for US visas.
Murder accused jailed for 66-day breach of bai
A MAN awaiting trial for a 2021 murder was sentenced to six months in prison yesterday after breaching his bail conditions for 66 days.
No bail for man accused of killing young mother
A MAN accused in the fatal shooting of a young mother while she and her three-day-old child were inside a car on Finlayson Street last January was once again denied bail.
Gov’t reveals 2,000-job Mayaguana port project
The Government last night unveiled a renewed bid to spark economic activity in Mayaguana and the south-eastern Bahamas via a public-private partnership (PPP) billed as ultimately creating “2,000 full-time jobs” by developing a maritime port and logistics facility on that island.
Insurance pricing ‘stalemate’ over $50m fire payout
Bahamian insurers hit a “stalemate” with their global reinsurance partners due to an “unprecedented” year of fire-related losses and payouts in 2025, it was revealed yesterday, with property coverage costs set to remain “flat” for business and homeowners this year.
‘Pure frustration’ over rogue driver crackdown
Bahamian insurers were yesterday said to be suffering “pure frustration” over the delayed launch of an online portal that would enable the Royal Bahamas Police Force and road traffic authorities to detect the estimated 30-40 percent of vehicles thought to be uninsured in “real time”.
Bahamas exports face up to $49m Trump tariffs impact
Donald Trump’s proposed 10 percent tariffs could have a near-$50m impact on key Bahamian crawfish and salt exports to the US if they are fully enforced, the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has warned.
Pan-Caribbean tour franchisee takes on Garden of the Groves
A key Grand Bahama tourism destination is being taken over by the Bahamian franchisee of a pan-Caribbean tour operator through a management agreement that includes an option to later acquire the asset, Tribune Business can reveal.
Realtor aiming to beat 40% sales value jump
Bahamian realtors and developers were yesterday said to have enjoyed up to 35-40 percent year-over-year increases in the dollar value of completed sales in 2025, with one asserting that his firm expects to “match or exceed” this performance this year.
Munroe hits back at police insurance debt claims
National Security Minister Wayne Munroe yesterday dismissed claims that the government owed Colina $100 million after the Police Staff Association (PSA) said officers’ spouses and children were being denied medical services as a result of not being enrolled on the government’s health insurance plan.
Pintard hopes for Wells support as the former MP intends to run
OPPOSITION Leader Michael Pintard said he hopes former Bamboo Town MP Renward Wells will support the Free National Movement, even as Mr Wells has signalled his intention to be on the ballot at the next general election after the party nominated Dr Duane Sands.
St James and Bimini seats created in boundaries report
SEVERAL constituencies are set to see expanded voter bases under proposals from the Constituency Boundaries Commission, including the creation of a new western New Providence seat spanning communities in Golden Isles, Killarney and Southern Shores.
Pintard hits out at government over constituency voter parity
FREE National Movement (FNM) leader Michael Pintard says he believes the government missed an opportunity to address a number of voter parity issues in its boundaries report, a claim government officials dismissed as “nonsense.”
Fernander: Step aside as MP if you cannot see a better Bahamas
PARLIAMENTARIANS were told to step aside if they could not imagine a better Bahamas by Bishop Delton Fernander, who challenged lawmakers to bring vision and accountability to public office during the annual Parliamentary Church Service.
Deadly crash in Eleuthera claims the lives of two men
TWO men, aged 21 and 28, were killed in a traffic collision in Eleuthera yesterday morning, marking the country’s latest road fatalities.
St James showdown
A POLITICAL fight is taking shape over the newly created St James constituency, with both major parties moving early to claim the redrawn western New Providence seat ahead of the next general election.
KEITH ROYE II: Clear eyes critical on business automation
Business automation has become the ‘buzzword’ of the day among Bahamian entrepreneurs, promised as a silver bullet for efficiency and profitability.
Abaco resort buyers to ‘bring Bluff House back’
A well-known Abaco resort will enjoy increased accommodations, services and staff following the closing of its purchase by VIP Marinas late last year.
Boating fees review is branded Xmas present
The Government’s pre-holiday pledge that the new and increased boating fees will be reviewed was yesterday branded “a Christmas present” with marinas suffering during the festive period amid “good” hotel occupancies.
Thirteen Haitian Nationals convicted and Immigration deports 64 migrants
THIRTEEN Haitian nationals were convicted of immigration offences this week, while officials carried out the deportation of 64 foreign nationals to their home countries.
Bahamian researcher: Obesity drugs may prevent colorectal cancer
DRUGS commonly used to treat diabetes and obesity may also help prevent colorectal cancer, according to a new international study led by Bahamian researcher Dr Colton Jones.
Man accused of stealing $1,000 in cash from his grandmother
A 34-year-old man was granted bail yesterday after being accused of stealing $1,000 in cash from his grandmother on Christmas Day.
27-year-old accused of assault of woman with a rock gets bail
A 27-year-old man accused of assaulting a woman with a rock was granted bail yesterday.
Retailers shrug off Trump tariffs with 15% sales rise
Bahamian retailers yesterday reported a 15 percent increase in sales over the Christmas season despite higher inventory costs resulting from US tariffs raising concerns for small businesses.
‘No idea’ on alleged $100m Colina debt
A Cabinet minister yesterday said he had “no idea” whether assertions that the Government owes $100m to the carrier providing medical insurance to security forces personnel is correct amid claims that qualified dependents are being denied coverage.
Wednesday, January 7
Fire truck donation honours two North Abaco boys
THE family of 12-year-old Montana Ferguson say they wish it did not take his death in a Crown Haven house fire last year for North Abaco to finally receive a new fire truck.
Sarkis triumphs over ‘deceit’ claims on 333-acre project
The Chief Justice has dismissed claims of “deceit, fraudulent misrepresentation and breach of confidence” that were levelled against Baha Mar’s original developer in relation to a separate 333-acre mixed-use development he was planning at Clifton Bay.
Boundaries Commission proposes two new seats: St James and Bimini and the Berry Islands
THE long-awaited Boundaries Commission report was tabled in the House of Assembly today, confirming recommendations to create two new constituencies ahead of the next general election.
BNU chief vows transparency in hospital death investigation
AS investigations continue into the death of Clanesha Adderley at the Princess Margaret Hospital, Bahamas Nurses Union (BNU) president Muriel Lighbourn said she would not speculate on what happened until the probe is complete, but assured that the concerns are being taken seriously.
Roberts beats Watson in ‘opinion poll’ as concerns raised over its relevance
PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party deputy chairman Obie Roberts defeated contender ZNS General Manager Clint Watson in what was described as an “opinion poll” held by the Southern Shores branch on Monday night, a vote that has since raised concerns about its relevance and conduct.
Berry Islanders call for standalone seat as boundaries report expected to be tabled today
WITH the Boundaries Commission expected to table its long-awaited report in Parliament today, Berry Islands residents are calling for their own parliamentary seat, warning that proposals to merge the island with Bimini would once again leave them overlooked.
Father of five killed on pedestrian crossing
A 64-year-old man became the country’s first traffic fatality of the year after he was reportedly struck while using a pedestrian crossing on Bahamas Games Boulevard, with his family calling for answers and justice.
ALICIA WALLACE: The politics of power
IN A MILITARY operation, the United States abducted Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores from their home in Caracas.
Tuesday, January 6
Labour relations ‘stable’ as unions meet with Prime Minister Davis
THE Trades Union Congress (TUC) president yesterday said labour relations in The Bahamas remain "stable” as he reassured workers that talking to the Government remains productive.
School run stress: 15% quit or change their job
More than one in seven Bahamians have had to quit or change jobs to cope with the demands of school drop-offs and pick-ups, an Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) report has revealed, with more than one-third blaming this for inhibiting career and income-earning opportunities.
Tensions boil over at PLP meeting for Southern Shores
TENSIONS nearly boiled over outside the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) headquarters last night as members of the Southern Shores branch gathered for a meeting to express their views on potential election candidates Clint Watson and Obie Roberts.
90 percent of Port Lucaya merchants ‘struggle to survive’
NEARLY 90 percent of business owners at Port Lucaya Marketplace are struggling to survive, with several stores closing in recent months and others “hanging for dear life,” as merchants press the property’s owner for a temporary rent reduction amid declining foot traffic and stalled redevelopment.
Boundaries commission expected to propose splitting two constituencies
THE Boundaries Commission is expected to table its long-awaited report in Parliament in the coming days, according to sources familiar with the matter, with proposals that include combining Bimini and the Berry Islands into a single constituency.
'Mom cried for help - but no one came'
HEALTH and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville yesterday vowed that his ministry would “do everything in its power” to investigate the death of Clanesha Adderley, as her family renewed calls for accountability after allegedly finding her lifeless in a hospital ward, tear-streaked and seemingly “trying to call for help”.
Monday, January 5
PLP chairman: US inflation driving Bahamas cost of living crisis
FOREIGN Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell said the Bahamas’ cost of living crisis is being driven largely by external forces, particularly inflation imported from the United States, warning that no government can fully shield the country from those pressures.
Candlelight vigil honours life of drowned boat captain Jayden Pinder
AN emotional candlelight vigil was held at Junkanoo Beach on Saturday in memory of Jayden Pinder, a promising young boat captain who died in a drowning incident after a wave knocked him from his jet ski just a day after Christmas.
Trump signals Cuba ‘next’ as Bahamas issues travel warning for Venezuela
US President Donald Trump suggested Cuba could be next in Washington’s sights, linking Havana’s influence in Venezuela to the US military operation that captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife in Caracas.
Priest warns police: Don’t use uniforms to bully public
AS dozens of police officers and senior executives looked on, a prominent Anglican priest urged them to be cautious in their pursuit of personal agendas and power, while warning against using their uniform “to lord over and bully the very people who need you.”
Consumer watchdog recovers $203k for consumers in 2025
A GOVERNMENT watchdog yesterday reported recovering $203,676.51 from consumer complaints submitted by Bahamians during 2025.
Three children dead in separate weekend incidents
THE New Year opened with tragedy for the families of three young children who died in separate incidents over the span of three days, prompting police investigations and widespread public concern.
Family finds mom dead in PMH ward
“SEND my case to a lawyer, and let’s sue PMH,” were the final words 36-year-old Clanesha Adderley told her family just hours before they found her cold and lifeless in a hospital ward, with staff allegedly unaware.
Mitchell urges confidence in Grand Bahama economic revival
FOREIGN Affairs Minister and Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) chairman Fred Mitchell said residents of Grand Bahama should remain confident as work continues on the island’s major redevelopment projects, including the Grand Lucayan hotel, the airport and the new hospital.
Abaco and Crooked Island experience power outages
DAYS after experiencing a power outage, parts of Abaco and Crooked Island were hit with another disruption over the weekend.
Who is Oran Munroe?
THE Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed it has raised concerns through diplomatic channels regarding the safety and security of a Bahamian national who is currently being “unlawfully detained” in Venezuela.
Eleuthera man accused of rape
A 53-year-old man has been accused of raping and causing harm to a 27-year-old woman in Eleuthera.
Bahamas government advises against Venezuela travel amid US operation
THE Bahamian government has advised citizens not to travel to Venezuela following the US military operation that resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife.
Teen charged with rape on cruise ship
A 17-year-old boy was arraigned in the Magistrate’s Court on Friday in connection with the alleged rape of a 16-year-old girl aboard a cruise ship.
Sands says voter registration changes risk election confusion
AS the Parliamentary Registration Department ramps up preparations ahead of the next general election, Free National Movement (FNM) chairman Dr Duane Sands has raised concerns about recent changes being implemented by the department, warning that they could create confusion and undermine public confidence.
Stay home and avoid crowds, magistrate warns drug offender
A magistrate on Friday urged a young man to avoid risky situations after convicting him of possessing Indian hemp and placing him on probation.
Sunday, January 4
Bahamas warns citizens not to travel to Venezuela amid security crisis
The Government of The Bahamas has advised Bahamians not to travel to Venezuela, citing escalating security concerns following US military action in the country.
Saturday, January 3
US strikes Venezuela, captures Maduro and his wife
The United States hit Venezuela with a “large-scale strike” early Saturday and said President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were captured and flown out of the country.
Friday, January 2
Man charged with stealing church vehicle
A MAN was accused of stealing a vehicle belonging to the South Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists over the summer.
Haiti bound passenger caught with $18K
A MAN bound for Haiti was stopped at the airport after authorities found more than $18,000 hidden in his luggage and clothing.
Man and young girl wounded after gunfire erupts in Pinewood home
GUNFIRE tore through a Pinewood Gardens home just after midday on December 31, leaving a 48-year-old man and a juvenile girl wounded.
Eight Bahamians recognised in King’s New Year Honours list
EIGHT Bahamians have been recognised in King Charles III’s 2026 New Year Honours, with awards spanning business, religion, tourism, education, the arts and community service.
Knowles promises new plan after prisoner bus collision
POLICE Commissioner Shanta Knowles said officials are working on a new plan for transporting inmates after a rush-hour crash involving a police prison bus left a 21-year-old man hospitalised at the foot of the Sir Sidney Poitier Bridge last month.
Brothers awarded $15k each after wrongful ‘Fat Boy’ arrest
TWO brothers who were wrongly detained by police on suspicion of murder for nearly 24 hours have each been awarded $15,000 in damages by the Supreme Court.
Bowleg says era of 12-hour Junkanoo parade must end
THE era of 12-hour Junkanoo parades must come to an end, Youth, Sports and Culture Minister Mario Bowleg said yesterday as frustration mounted this season over lengthy delays that left many spectators waiting through the night.
CLEAN SWEEP: One Family captures captures second consecutive Bay Street victory
ONE Family tightened its grip on Bay Street yesterday, capturing the New Year’s Day title to complete a back-to-back sweep after winning the Boxing Day parade days earlier.
Police investigate death of seven-year-old girl
POLICE are investigating the death of a seven-year-old girl who died after reportedly ingesting a food product yesterday.
Fox hits out at political parties in New Year message
AMBASSADOR-at-Large Rick Fox has again publicly criticised the country’s political parties, renewing calls for reform and transparency in a New Year’s message — the latest broadside from a diplomat appointed by the sitting administration who has signalled his intention to enter frontline politics.
DIANE PHILLIPS: The sad and shocking death of Dr Darius Unwala – and a plea to men of all ages
ON this second day of a new year, this column should be chockablock with self-deprecating humour, verbal frolicking with second day soliloquys – New Year’s resolutions I’ve already figured out how to break, laughable twists on goals it would take magic to make a reality, but, forgive me, I can’t go to those light-hearted places today.
Man accused of stealing over $5k from Kidz College
A MAN was accused of stealing more than $5,000 worth of property from Kidz College last month.
Man pleads guilty to liquor store break-in
A MAN was sent to prison on Wednesday after breaking into 700 Wines and Spirits on Shirley Street and stealing more than $15,000 worth of inventory.
Accused denies attacking woman on Hamster Road
A MAN was accused of trespassing into a woman’s home on Hamster Road and attacking her on Boxing Day.
