‘ZNS boss must resign’
FREE National Movement Chairman Dr Duane Sands yesterday demanded the resignation of ZNS General Manager Clint Watson, calling his pursuit of frontline politics while running the state broadcaster “an egregious violation of ethics.”
Cuban healthcare workers remain in country as govt works new deal with US
CUBAN healthcare workers remain in The Bahamas as the Davis administration negotiates with the United States over its proposal to directly contract the professionals, Health and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville confirmed yesterday.
Labour Department dismisses claim workers unfairly terminated from Celebration Key
CLAIMS that dozens of Bahamian workers have been unfairly terminated at Celebration Key were rejected yesterday by the Department of Labour following an investigation into the matter.
Govt to introduce pilot programme using AI to monitor elderly patients’ health
ELDERLY patients in The Bahamas could receive continuous care through a new artificial intelligence platform that tracks their health and reminds them to take their medication.
Opposition: Davis hiding nearly $500m debt
Opposition blasts Davis administration over ‘secret loans’ and nearly $500 m in new debt.
STATESIDE: Israel held to a higher standard
The war around Israel continues, with at least dozens of civilians dying every day, some of them foreign journalists and aid workers.
FRONT PORCH: Day of reckoning coming to BTC and Cable Bahamas
When Cable Bahamas recently and abruptly suspended PBS from its lineup it was the last straw for many already angry customers sickened by the continuous and seemingly irreversible decline of the company’s quality of programs and poor service culture.
Celebration Key partners with local first responders for emergency preparedness
CELEBRATION Key has partnered with local first responders to strengthen emergency readiness at Carnival Corporation’s new $600m cruise port in East Grand Bahama.
‘Blue’ Johnson says supporters will make their presence felt at FNM ratification tonight
THE Free National Movement is expected to ratify candidates for at least six constituencies tonight, including Fort Charlotte, Tall Pines, Sea Breeze, Freetown, Killarney, and St Barnabas, according to a party source.
NPSA REGULAR SEASON: Renegades outslug Mighty Mitts 15-12, Wildcats blast Sharks 21-2 in ladies’ opener
THE New Providence Softball Association continued its regular season action with two exciting match-ups on Tuesday night in the Bankers’ Field at the Baillou Hills Sporting Complex.
Jonquel Jones records her 101st career double double
In a tense matchup, Jonquel Jones delivered another masterclass performance, securing her 101st career double-double, and the New York Liberty beat the Connecticut Sun, 81-79.
BLTA: ‘We have always been an organisation that believes in unity and transparency’
BAHAMAS Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) president Perry Newton addressed the press earlier this week in response to growing unrest within the local tennis community regarding the administration of the association.
Financial blows 'stop business owners buying safety and surveillance equipment'
Financial blows have prevented business owners from investing in safety and surveillance equipment, according to one alarm system service provider.
Cat Island load shedding ended after two weeks, says BPL
Bahamas Power and Light Company announced yesterday that rotational load shedding on Cat Island has ended after more than two weeks.
Chamber backs Exuma resort boom: ‘Get ready to grow’ local businesses told
The Exuma Chamber of Commerce is throwing its full support behind a wave of luxury resort developments on the island, with president Ehren Hanna urging local businesses to prepare for growth as more than 1,500 jobs and expanded economic opportunities are expected.
‘Complete revamp’ of OSH standards promised by Labour Minister
The Labour Minister has pledged to “completely revamp” Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) standards in The Bahamas adding that a public consultation will be held soon.
Reid: Neely said he felt branded a criminal by the legal system even when charges didn’t stick
CARLOS Reid says his last conversation with alleged gang leader Duran Neely revealed a man who felt repeatedly branded a criminal by the legal system, even when charges against him did not stick.
Foreign Affairs requests probe after COI claims govt ‘selling passports like candy’
THE Ministry of Foreign Affairs has asked police to investigate claims by Coalition of Independents (COI) Chairman Charlotte Green that the government is “selling passports like candy.”
Davis accuses Opposition leader of plagiarising PLP’s crime plan
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis yesterday accused Free National Movement Leader Michael Pintard of plagiarising a crime plan his party released more than a decade ago.
