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Deputy Commissioner defends police operation at Sand Trap after video goes viral

DEPUTY Commissioner of Police Anthony Rolle defended a police operation at the Sand Trap on West Bay Street, saying officers acted within their rights while investigating an alleged illegal prostitution operation.

Unresolved logistical issues delay shanty town demolition

THE planned demolition of the Montgomery shanty town, previously set for tomorrow, has been delayed as officials cited unresolved logistical issues.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority provides nutritious power packs for Holmes Rock Primary School

ALPHA Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc, Pi Upsilon Omega Chapter, presented nutritious power packs to about 50 students at Holmes Rock Primary School in Grand Bahama on Wednesday, September 10.


Union says seeking political party meetings to aid 'entertainment fix'

The United Artists Bahamas Union (UABU) is vowing to meet with the political parties to better understand their plans for the sector as part of its "mission to fix the music and entertainment industries".

Man accused of rape claims court absences due to him being homeless

THE bail application of a man accused of rape was adjourned on Friday after concerns were raised about procedure and legal representation.

Seven Haitians convicted of overstaying fined $250 and ordered to be deported

SEVEN Haitian nationals convicted of overstaying in The Bahamas were each fined $250 and ordered deported by a Grand Bahama magistrate last week.


KDK Report: Sometimes our body will whisper before it screams

A few months ago, my patient (hereafter referred to as) Paul, despite having lost his father in his teens, never really thought about death.

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World’s largest floating book fair returns to Grand Bahama this week

The MV Logos Hope, the world’s largest floating book fair, will return to Freeport Harbour from September 19 to 30, marking its third visit to Grand Bahama.

Op-Ed: Survey findings raise questions on central procurement benefits

The Procurement Planning and Logistics course at the University of The Bahamas, which I facilitate, is coming to an end soon and we are in the final stages of one of the modules, purchasing and supply management.


BAMSI's record enrollment with 15% student increase

The Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) says it has enjoyed record enrollment with student numbers up 15 percent compared to last year for the start of the fall 2025 semester.

Bahamas-based cloud provider teams with Suriname partner

A Bahamas-headquartered provider of sovereign cloud and IT serves says it has expanded its Caribbean reach through an agreement with Suriname's national data centre.

‘Preying upon Bahamians”: Shaq seeking $5m damages

A Bahamian entrepreneur is seeking more than $5m in damages from his former US business partner who he is accusing of “preying” upon himself and others to launch illegal “fronting” operations in industries reserved solely for local ownership.


Exuma resort partnership fuels aviation expansion

A Bahamian private charter operator says it has enjoyed a 20 percent increase in its Exuma flight volume due to a year-long tie-up with the $200m Rosewood developer.

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WORLDS DAY 2: Johnson runs lifetime best to semis, Charlton and Jones stopped short

TOKYO, Japan: Printassia Johnson produced a lifetime best performance to book her ticket into the semifinals of the women's 400 metres.

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Devynne into semis but Charisma just misses out

TOKYO, Japan: Two-time World Indoor 60 metres hurdles record holder Devynne Charlton cruised into the semifinals, but Charisma Taylor just missed out and Denisha Cartwright fell too far behind to contend.


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Coleby-Davis pledges rebuilding aid after storm rips through eastern NP

Energy Minister Jobeth Coleby-Davis has pledged to introduce a system to help residents access building materials to repair their homes after severe weather ripped through parts of eastern New Providence on Friday night.

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Home-based chef forced to flee as storm unfolds ‘like a movie'

A home-based chef and entrepreneur was forced to flee his residence on Friday night after severe weather tore through eastern New Providence, ripping apart the roof of his home.

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Severe weather causes damage, power outages across eastern New Providence

Severe thunderstorms that swept through eastern New Providence last night left widespread damage and prolonged power outages across several communities.


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WORLDS 100M: Jones advances to semis with 10.16

TOKYO, Japan: Despite not getting a good start, Terrence Jones was able to storm back and clinch an automatic qualifying spot for the semifinals with a third-place finish in his heat of the men's 100 metres.

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Worlds 100m: Charlton qualifies for semis, Rutherford eliminated

TOKYO, Japan: While both finished fifth in their respective heats of the women's 100 metres, Anthaya Charlton advanced to the semifinals on one of the fastest losing times, but Camille Rutherford did not make the cut.