Land reforms ‘transformational for wealth ownership certainty’
A Bahamian developer says the proposed land reforms now before Parliament are “transformational” for this country’s citizens when it comes to “clarifying and transferring the ownership of wealth”.
‘It’ll make a hell of a difference’
Eleuthera’s Chamber of Commerce president yesterday affirmed “our big ask” for tomorrow’s Budget is “full access” to available tax and other incentives, adding: “It will make a hell of a difference”.
Gov’t partners for $35m hydroponic farm network
A Bahamian company and its Indian partner will invest $24.5m, or more than two-thirds, of the total $35m capital to roll-out a nationwide hydroponic farm initiative, it was revealed yesterday.
SEC: $554m Bahamas land deal flagged major scam
Foreign speculators with dubious ownership claims sought to sell a Cat Island property featuring “government offices and a bank” to a fraud-accused group in “crypto’s largest-ever real estate deal”.
Man charged in fatal stabbing of Andero Curry
A 30-year-old man accused of a fatal stabbing earlier this month was remanded to custody yesterday.
Man accused of stabbing his co-worker
A FORMER gas station employee accused of stabbing his coworker on the job last week, causing near-fatal injuries, claimed he acted after the victim repeatedly talked about gang activity despite being told to stop.
WSC assistant GM queries accuracy of board meeting minutes in court
A SENIOR Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) official criticised the accuracy and completeness of board meeting minutes during the ongoing criminal trial of former WSC executive chairman Adrian Gibson and others.
Jury empanelled nine years after murder of 16-year-old Mizilana Beaucamp in 2016
A JURY was empanelled yesterday to hear evidence in the murder trial of three men accused of killing a 16-year-old honour roll student from Government High School on a bus along Carmichael Road back in 2016.
SpaceX’s ninth Starship launch to pass over Bahamian airspace
A SpaceX Starship rocket is due to launch today and pass over Bahamian airspace.
Series of events planned to provide medical help for David Wallace
A CAMPAIGN has been launched to assist David Wallace, former FNM MP for the West Grand Bahama and Bimini constituency, who has been diagnosed with cancer.
FNM pledges literacy and numeracy campaign
Free National Movement (FNM) Senator Maxine Seymour has pledged that an FNM government would launch a national campaign to ensure all children are fully literate and numerate by the end of primary school.
Superstar Venus Williams urges audience to strive forward
ON Saturday, CG Atlantic hosted a Wellness Showcase, entitled ‘Strive Forward: A Conversation with Venus Williams.
Bahamas Baptist University College officially launches nurse and pharmacy programmes
BAHAMAS Baptist University College (BBUC) officially launched its Licensed Practical Nursing and Bachelor of Pharmacy programmes on Monday.
Campbell: Golden Yolk programme expected to begin production in final quarter this year
AGRICULTURE Minister Jomo Campbell says efforts to get the Golden Yolk programme up and running are progressing, with egg production expected to begin in the final quarter of the year.
$35m MoU aimed to tackle food security
THE Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sustainable Technology Limited (STL) and global farming leader UrbanKisaan to launch a $35m hydroponic farming initiative—a move officials hailed as a turning point in reducing the country’s long-standing reliance on food imports.
PM says increased imports a sign of ‘how well economy is doing’
DESPITE previously warning about the country’s risky dependence on imports amid rising costs, Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis yesterday described a recent 18 percent jump in imports as a sign of a strong and growing economy driven by increased demand.
‘Beheaded’ Dad buried on beach
A FATHER was brutally killed and dismembered in Acklins on Sunday - with two of his sons in custody assisting police with their investigations.
Human rights body ‘to tackle violence and protect children’
AMENDING the Child Protection Act, enforcing the Protection Against Violence Act, and improving accessibility for people with disabilities are among the top priorities the Human Rights Committee (PHRC) says it is pushing as part of efforts to meet human rights obligations.
AML seeks to minimise disruption to schools as demolition begins
NEARLY six weeks after a fire destroyed two of its stores, AML Foods Limited has begun demolition and debris removal at its Solomon’s Old Trail and Cost Right locations, with the process expected to take up to 90 days.
TUC ‘will not march’ on Labour Day, saying parade is now too political
THE Trade Union Congress (TUC) is planning to boycott this year’s Labour Day march, citing what it described as increasing political co-opting of the annual event.
