Despite no line item in budget, officials maintain Cannabis Authority secured for upcoming year
THOUGH the 2025/2026 Draft Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure contain no explicit reference to cannabis or the Cannabis Authority, senior officials maintain that funding for the body and its regulatory rollout has been secured for the upcoming fiscal year.
Family ‘can’t forgive’ as they call for justice for murder victim
A FAMILY is shattered following the murder of 30-year-old Philip Ferguson, shot on Sunday on Sugar Apple Street in Pinewood Gardens, just a few corners away from his home.
Man convicted of raping 9-year-old girl
A MAN was found guilty of raping a nine-year-old girl while she was home alone in 2020.
Officer’s death ruled homicide, not suicide
A JURY has ruled the 2021 shooting death of Police Constable 4276 Robert Wright Jr a homicide, rejecting earlier claims that the officer took his own life.
Munroe defends police over crime reporting
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe has defended the Royal Bahamas Police Force’s (RBPF) approach to disclosing information of public interest amid scrutiny over the force’s recent reporting practices.
Son: I killed and cut up my father
A MAN from Acklins admitted in court yesterday to killing and dismembering his father last week on the Family Island.
FNM senator calls for examination of justice system after son acquitted of firearm charges
FREE National Movement (FNM) Senator Darren Henfield expressed relief and gratitude yesterday after his son was acquitted of firearm charges but said his family is seeking legal advice on its next steps.
GAIN AN EDGE: Legacy defined by excellence
On Tuesday, May 27, the University of The Bahamas (UB) proudly conferred degrees upon more than 600 graduates during its Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony, a momentous occasion that celebrated not only their academic achievements, but the enduring spirit of perseverance, purpose, and progress.
Davis Cuppers host clinic to share their expertise
Three members of the men’s Davis Cup team hosted a one-day clinic to share their expertise with a number of young tennis players.
Blue Chip Athletics: ‘grooming the next core’ of Throwers
HAVING produced some of the top throwers in the country over the past decade, Blue Chip Athletics Throwers Club has set the stage for grooming the next core of competitors for the future.
Flamingo Air reintroduces flights to Farmer’s Cay, Exuma
FLAMINGO Air has reintroduced services to Farmer’s Cay, Exuma, this week, marking the beginning of regular weekly scheduled flights to that island.
Govt website redesign promises ‘AI, improved accessibility and real-time support’
THE government’s newly redesigned website, www.bahamas.gov.bs, was unveiled yesterday as a major leap in digital public service delivery, featuring artificial intelligence, improved accessibility, and real-time user support.
Shooting in Pinewood Gardens sends three men to hospital
Police are investigating a shooting that left three men in hospital yesterday.
Bahamasair in airlift boost through Emirates link-up
Bahamasair has signed an interline agreement with Emirates Airline in a bid to further strengthen The Bahamas’ airlift links to international tourism source markets.
Two-decade old Freeport AC firm expands to Nassau
A Freeport firm has announced its expansion to Nassau following two decades in the air conditioning and refrigeration business.
DPM to lead off Andros Business Outlook event
The deputy prime minister will deliver the keynote address at the 17th Andros Business Outlook conference that will be held on Thursday, June 19, at Andros Lighthouse Yacht Club.
Three Mingoes players get national soccer team nod
THE University of The Bahamas men’s soccer team has had some players called up to the Bahamas men’s senior national soccer team and that continued as three players were called up to play in the upcoming FIFA World Cup CONCACAF Qualifiers.
$1m VAT deduction change threat to business expansion
The Government is threatening to undermine economic growth and construction jobs by seeking to slash the VAT that can be recovered on $1m-plus building projects, a top contractor warned yesterday.
Security firm ‘still ignoring the law’ over overtime pay
A Bahamian security firm “continues to ignore the law” on overtime pay rates, the Industrial Tribunal has ruled, in awarding a former employee $33,705 for six years’ worth of outstanding payments.
Bahamas junk exit needs 'massive debt reduction'
The Government needs "a massive debt reduction" to hit one of its key goals for returning The Bahamas to 'investment grade' status by 2028-2029, a senior banker has warned.
