Man denies raping 14-year-old grandniece and paying hush money
A MAN yesterday denied raping his 14-year-old grandniece twice in 2021 and to paying her hush money.
Minnis: Waiting on Davis to prove Grand Lucayan sale not ‘a big fat lie’
AS the public awaits further details from the government on the Grand Lucayan resort sale, former Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis has questioned whether the government has received the $120m from the transaction.
Friends of Exuma donates $30k to Exuma Arts Network to assist kids art and creativity camp
More than two dozen young people in Exuma took part in a three-week summer art and creativity camp - with a helping hand from a local community organisation.
You can’t fatten a cow on market day
AS the general election approaches political parties might recall the proverb, “You can’t fatten a cow on market day!” What is not completed or done sufficiently in advance to secure an electoral victory cannot be salvaged at the last minute. This is a reality for both major parties with the election reportedly worryingly tight.
Police investigate suspected drowning
POLICE are investigating the suspected drowning of an 89-year-old man at Montague Beach on Tuesday.
Psychological evaluation ordered for man accused of shop break-in
A MAN was ordered to undergo a psychological evaluation after displaying erratic behaviour in court yesterday while facing a shopbreaking charge.
PM: Give evidence if any of 15,000 deceased removed from voter register was in error
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis yesterday said the Free National Movement (FNM) should present evidence if it believes any names were wrongly removed from the voter register, as the party continues to demand the publication of the 15,000 names of deceased voters taken off the roll.
FNM leader: Leadership must come from among the Junkanoo community
JUNKANOOERS must remain central in shaping the cultural parade, insists Free National Movement (FNM) leader Michael Pintard, who cautioned the government against assuming too much authority in the future of Junkanoo.
Pintard: Despite candidate selection dissatisfaction we will emerge united
FREE National Movement (FNM) leader Michael Pintard said yesterday he values the efforts of all party aspirants and expects them to contribute to the party’s success despite some internal dissatisfaction over recent candidate selections.
Dencil Clarke All-Stars pull off 9-8 win over Brother John Williams All-Stars
THE Dencil Clarke All-Stars pulled off a 9-8 victory over the Brother John Williams All-Stars on Monday in the Archdeacon William Thompson Softball Park at the Southern Recreation Grounds.
Fraternity hosts its annual charity golf tourney on Royal Blue course
THE Pi Xi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity hosted its second annual charity golf tournament at the Royal Blue Golf Course on Monday, August 4.
Sports Calendar
THE New Providence Cycling Association is scheduled to hold its “The Challenge” cycling championships on Sunday, August 10, at the Clifton Pier parking lot, Western New Providence Island (next to Jaws Beach).
THE sports calendar
WITH its playoffs completed, the New Providence Amateur Baseball League is now looking to crown its initial champions.
Acting director of sports and BVF reps meet with stakeholders of CAZOVA Caribbean Volleyball Championships
KELSIE Johnson-Sills, the acting director of sports, and representatives of the Bahamas Volleyball Federation met at the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture, with stakeholders for the upcoming 2025 CAZOVA Caribbean Volleyball Championships.
Kino Burrows: ‘Tum Tum is the ultimate patriot’
VETERAN Bahamian basketball forward Jaraun “Kino” Burrows has shared his strong public support for newly appointed head coach of the 2025 FIBA Americup Bahamas men’s national team, Lourawls “Tum Tum” Nairn Jr.
FIBA Americup: Men’s National team named
MOSES Johnson, general manager of the National Sports Authority, officially announced the men’s national team roster for the upcoming 2025 FIBA AmeriCup, set to be held in Managua, Nicaragua, August 12-31.
Pheron Charlton to host his inaugural TM Baseball Academy Summer Camp
BEFORE he returns to Florida Memorial University to complete his senior year with the Lions men’s baseball team, Bahamian Pheron Charlton will host his inaugural TM Baseball Academy Baseball Summer Camp.
THREE STRAIGHT
Team Bahamas clinched its third consecutive victory and now has advanced to the playoff round of the American Zone IV Davis Cup tie at the National Racquet Sports Centre in Tacarigua, Trinidad & Tobago.
FRONT PORCH: You can't fatten a cow on market day
AS the general election approaches political parties might recall the proverb, “You can’t fatten a cow on market day!” What is not completed or done sufficiently in advance to secure an electoral victory cannot be salvaged at the last minute. This is a reality for both major parties with the election reportedly worryingly tight.
Humane Society issues plea for support after break-in
BAHAMAS Humane Society president Kim Aranha issued an appeal for private sector and public donations after the charity was damaged during a robbery early Wednesday morning.
