Straw market vendors say they are battling unsafe conditions
VENDORS at the Nassau Straw Market say they are battling unsafe and unsanitary conditions, from flooding that forces roaches through drains to strobe lights that trigger headaches and drive away customers.
Plea deal for man accused of sex assault of teen girl withdrawn by prosecution
A PROPOSED plea deal collapsed yesterday after the accused rejected the prosecution’s statement of facts in a case involving the alleged 2023 sexual assault of a 15-year-old girl on Harbour Island, Eleuthera.
‘Sex violence victims in need of more help’
A FORMER Royal Bahamas Police Force officer who says she was raped at knifepoint by a man she had charged is urging authorities to close gaps in support for victims as reports of sexual violence persist.
Taxi Cab Union warns patience has run out over livery drivers at LPIA
THE Bahamas Taxi Cab Union (BTCU) says it will escalate action over what it calls the government’s failure to rein in livery drivers at Lynden Pindling International Airport, warning that patience among taxi drivers has run out.
Man charged with killing partner in failed attempted double murder in 2022
A 21-year-old man was remanded to prison yesterday on a murder charge stemming from the 2022 killing of 19-year-old Damutri Thurston, who prosecutors say was shot by his own accomplices during a failed double-murder attempt.
Psych evaluation order for man accused of libel
A 28-year-old man accused of libelling a woman on Facebook was remanded yesterday for psychiatric evaluation after displaying erratic behaviour in court.
BAMSI sees record enrolment
The Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) has kicked off its Fall 2025 semester with record-breaking enrolment — up 15 percent over last year — marking a major milestone for the institution and a strong signal of growing student interest in agriculture, marine science, and sustainable development.
Students leading the way in BTT’s landmark Summer of Conservation
More than 200 students across The Bahamas took part in a record number of youth camps this summer, as Bonefish & Tarpon Trust (BTT) deepened its focus on education, conservation, and community engagement.
BPL: About 1,000 customers hit by Friday’s microburst restored
BAHAMAS Power and Light (BPL) says about 1,000 customers in eastern New Providence lost supply during Friday night’s ‘microburst,’ with service now restored to all impacted areas.
Meteorology Dept: Chance thunderstorms this week could produce tornadic activity
FORECASTERS say there is a 20–30 per cent chance of thunderstorms this week, with potential for tornado activity — an alert that comes days after a microburst damaged several homes in eastern New Providence.
Bahamian ocean scientist launches non-profit to explore and protect Caribbean’s deep sea
A BAHAMIAN ocean scientist has launched a new non-profit organisation dedicated to exploring and protecting the Caribbean’s deep sea.
Royal Caribbean hires four Bahamian managers for PI
Royal Caribbean has appointed four Bahamian managers to the leadership team for its $165m Royal Beach Club development on Paradise Island ahead of its December 2025 opening.
Bahamian non-profit to fill ocean’s ‘data gaps’
A Bahamian ocean scientist says she has launched a locally-domiciled non-profit dedicated to uncovering, documenting and conserving the waters of the Caribbean region.
Coconut-branding franchise unveils its Bahamas launch
A coconut-branding franchise has teamed with a Bahamian non-profit to announce its launch in this nation.
DM pledges to minimise straw vendor disruption
The deputy prime minister yesterday pledged to minimise disruption for vendors amid planned infrastructure upgrades for the Bay Street Straw Market.
Gov’t asserting union ‘misinterpreted’ policy
The Government yesterday suggested there has been a “misinterpretation” of its policy amid union claims that it is seeking to reduce the vacation allowance for members entitled to five weeks’ leave annually.
Bahamian suppliers mixed over lumber price changes
Several Bahamian building material suppliers yesterday said they have seen a drop in lumber prices and are passing the lower costs on to their customers following similar decreases in the US.
Grand Lucayan staff pay delayed over severance
Grand Lucayan employees did not receive due salary payments on Friday due to a hold-up with potential termination payouts and which workers will be retained by the resort’s potential new owners, Tribune Business was told.
