Accused claims she was victim of acid attack
A WOMAN who was accused of causing damage and making death threats against her ex’s wife alleged she only committed the acts because she was a victim of an acid attack at the hands of the complainants.
Misinformed on NATO
There is a letter in February 28’s Tribune which refers to “hopefully the end of NATO”. To say the letter is naive in the understanding of world affairs is an understatement, it’s also grossly untrue and disingenuous.
Equality Bahamas hosts events for Women’s Day
EQUALITY Bahamas is hosting a series of events as it observes International Women’s Day and facilitates civic participation in the building of the national gender machinery.
Man admits drug and contraband charges
A MAN pleaded guilty to drug and contraband charges in Magistrates Court after these items were found at the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services last month.
Officers testify in weapons trial after firearm discovered
OFFICERS gave testimony yesterday in the ongoing weapons trial of three men.
Historic deal signed over lighthouse
The Elbow Reef Lighthouse Society, a Bahamian non-profit organisation, entered into a Memorandum of Understanding last month with the Bahamas Port Department, Ministry of Transport and Housing.
Charlton aims for podium in Serbia
Over the years, the Bahamas has enjoyed its success at the World Indoor Championships in the sprints and the jumps. This month, Devynne Charlton is hoping to add the hurdles to the list of achievements for the country when the championships take place in Belgrade, Serbia.
‘Golden Girl’ Pauline Davis’ book signing at Goodman’s Bay today
TO kick off World Athletics Women’s Week ahead of International Women’s Day and to #BreakTheBias by sharing the stories of inspiring women to create a bank of great role models for future generations, World Athletics President Lord Sebastian Coe speaks with two-time Olympic champion Pauline Davis about her book ‘Running Sideways’, which chronicles her inspiring journey from the ghetto to Olympic glory.
Marijuana advocate makes call for greater consultation
A marijuana advocate yesterday urged the Government to engage in more consultation over planned legislation as it was difficult to get excited about the proposal without seeing it.
Lathaniel Bastian and Rams headed to NCAA Div. II tourney
LATHANIEL Bastian and the Angelo State Rams are headed to the NCAA Division II Tournament.
Rhema Collins and Webb School Sr Girls Varsity Basketball Team claim 2nd State Championship
JUNIOR national team standout Rhema Collins and her Webb School senior girls varsity basketball programme claimed its second state championship in as many years.
G Edgecombe and Caldwell win title
GARRETH Edgecombe and his Caldwell Community College men’s basketball team defeated USC-Salkehatchie 68-66 in the Division 1 Region 10/Atlantic District Tournament Championship Saturday afternoon in Hudson.
The principles that help manage risk
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) is a process, implemented by a company’s board of directors, management and other personnel, which is applied in strategy setting across the enterprise.
Businessman: Create more ‘Freeports outside Freeport’
A Grand Bahama businessman yesterday suggested that the Government create more “Freeports outside Freeport” until the situation with the existing city resolves itself.
WORLD VIEW: No busting of sanctions against Russia
THE Caribbean cannot escape the economic and financial consequences of the Russian Federation’s invasion of the sovereign, independent nation of Ukraine.
A few steps forward for science
A FEW months ago, I wrote to say that a major transformation was needed for science in The Bahamas. This article serves as an update to the public on the situation regarding issuing scientific permits here at home.
A few steps forward for science
A FEW months ago, I wrote to say that a major transformation was needed for science in The Bahamas. This article serves as an update to the public on the situation regarding issuing scientific permits here at home.
INSIGHT: We need our own plan of action not just soundbites
THERE hardly seems a moment without a crisis these days. If it isn’t the pandemic, it’s the war in Europe. If it’s not those two, it’s the economic crisis both of them are bringing. The worse the economy gets, the more deeply entrenched are the problems with crime. This week, however, another problem reappeared in the spotlight: climate change.
