Man charged after dropping gun
A MAN was denied bail yesterday after being accused of dropping a firearm at a shopping centre on Prince Charles Drive early Thursday morning.
Laroda rejects criticism over violence shelters
SOCIAL Services Minister Myles LaRoda hit back at opposition criticism over his ministry’s domestic violence shelter project, denying claims the shelters are a secretive initiative plagued by delays and are possibly “non-existent”.
Senator blasts govt for violence commission delay
FREE National Movement (FNM) Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis has again slammed the government for its two-year delay in implementing the Protection Against Violence Commission.
Bahamas 6th in men’s 4 x 100 medley relay
The Bahamas’ swim team closed out their appearance at the second Junior Pan American Games in Asuncion, Paraguay, with a sixth-place finish in the men’s 4 x 100 metre medley relay.
Reapers claim amateur baseball title
IN a nail-biting finale at the Andre Rodgers National Baseball Stadium on Wednesday, the Reapers Baseball Club won the New Providence Amateur Baseball Summer League title with a hard-fought 4–2 victory over the Rebels in Game 5 of the championship series.
Track and field team ready for the Junior Pan American Games
WITH the success so far achieved by the judo and swimming teams at the Junior Pan American Games, head coach Daron Lightbourne said the fourmember track team is eager to go to Asuncion, Paraguay, and make their presence felt.
KNOWLES: ladies’ team ‘is looking good’
AS a former veteran player of the men’s national team, Renaldo Knowles said he knows that they have assembled a solid women’s national team for the Caribbean Volleyball Championships.
Men’s national basketball team knocks off Nicaragua 95-56 in blowout exhibition in Nicaragua
EXHIBITION WIN: Dominic Bridgewater is greeted by his team-mates after The Bahamas men’s national basketball team knocked off Nicaragua 95-56 in a blowout exhibition game last night in Managua, Nicaragua.
Pain in youth athletes: What it really means and why it matters
IN the world of youth sports, pain is often misunderstood — brushed off as a badge of honour, feared as a sign of weakness, or misread as proof of serious injury. But not all pain is created equal.
Minister: Healthcare presently 'economically unsustainable'
A Cabinet minister yesterday asserted that the current condition of Bahamian public healthcare is “economically unstainable”.
TUC affiliates summoned on taxi driver 'oppression'
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) president has summoned all its affiliates to a Monday, August 18 meeting to discuss possible industrial action to support "oppressed and disrespected" taxi drivers.
BTC rewards its best performers
The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) has recognised 39 employees from both New Providence and the Family Islands for their performance during the 2025 second quarter.
The benefits that older staff give to employers
Due to fast-paced medical advances, life expectancy is changing rapidly. People are living longer, and older persons are healthier and more vibrant than they have ever been.
No direct hit expected from tropical storm - but be vigilant
THE Bahamas is expected to avoid a direct hit from Tropical Storm Erin, though officials are urging residents to remain vigilant as conditions could change.
Family shock at murder of ‘humble’ Eleson
RELATIVES of Eleson Pierre, the country’s latest murder victim, say they are shocked by his killing, describing him as a “humble” and sweet person who didn’t bother anyone.
Cornish: Generator bought for grand cay - but no date yet for installation
NORTH Abaco MP Kirk Cornish said yesterday that a second generator has been purchased to resolve long-standing power outages on Grand Cay, Abaco.
Killer who tried to flee justice is found guilty
A GRAND Bahama man who tried to flee while on trial for murder was yesterday found guilty of stabbing a teenager to death during a nightspot fracas four years ago.
Govt to ask retired teachers to fill gaps after Cuba pause
SCHOOLS are facing a shortfall in the number of teachers - and plan to turn to retired teachers to fill the gap after pausing recruitment of staff from Cuba.
Taxi union will consider action
THE Bahamas Taxicab Union (BTCU) will meet with the Trade Union Congress (TUC) on Monday to decide on possible action against livery drivers operating “illegally” in restricted areas.
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