Timeless appeal of homesteading
As society’s dependence on technology accelerates, consumerism intensifies, and the cost of living soars, people are turning back to the land for solutions, sustenance, and solace.
Man accused of trying to break into home
A man was granted bail yesterday after being accused of trying to break into a woman’s home on Sands Road.
Bahamian connection standing out at Georgia Southern
OVER the years, there’s been quite a few Bahamian connections at various colleges and universities in the United States of America in different sports.
Rising basketball star Rhema Collins in town
As she prepares to make her transition from the University of Mississippi Lady Rebels to the Florida International University Panthers this fall, female basketball player Rhema Collins said she had to stop home for some good old home cooking.
BCCEC head calls for public education over govt’s renewed enforcement of restrictions on liquor licences
THE Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation (BCCEC) has called for a robust public education campaign following renewed enforcement of a long-standing policy restricting the approval of liquor licences within 700 feet of schools, churches, or other licensed liquor establishments.
Ministry of Education pleads for swift action over stench coming from Solomon’s fire site
THE Ministry of Education has issued an urgent plea for swift remediation from a local commercial entity following a persistent stench that continues to impact two public schools, CH Reeves Junior High and RM Bailey Senior High, prompting potential emergency relocations.
‘Govt needs to place family at the centre of development planning’
AS The Bahamas observed the International Day of Families 2025 under the global theme “Family-Oriented Policies for Sustainable Development,” Sister Cheryl Walkine Alexandre, founder of the Marriage, Children, Family Alliance Movement (MCFAM), urged national leaders to place families at the core of development planning.
Teen charged in All Saints Way fatal shooting
AN 18-year-old man has been remanded in custody following his arraignment in connection with a fatal shooting last week.
Woman sentenced to nine months prison for abusing her 12-year-old daughter
A 33-year-old woman was sentenced to nine months in prison yesterday after pleading guilty to physically abusing her 12-year-old daughter over nearly two years.
DR KENT BAZARD: ‘It’s All Physics - The Sports Science Every Athlete Needs to Know’
ANYONE who knows me knows I love science - especially physics. It’s the language of movement, force, and performance.
05152025 OBITUARIES
Thursday, May 15, 2025.
Police handcuff John Brown for 81-78 win
Dion McPhee came through with the clutch putback with 4.3 seconds left on the clock as the Police Crimestoppers handcuffed the visiting John Brown University Golden Eagles men’s basketball team 81-78.
Sydney Clarke ‘making her mark’ in Germany
SYDNEY Clarke returned to Germany and continued to make her presence felt, winning both her opening singles and doubles matches in her first tournament in the Herren Tennis-Turnier um den St Elizabeth-Cup.
Sports calendar May 15
THE Fast Track Athletics Club is scheduled to hold its 4th annual Spring Fling at the Grand Bahama Sports Complex May 16-17.
Ultimate Champion Sports Academy team earns USSSA 10AA ranking
THE Ultimate Champion Sports Academy team, made up of players from Freedom Farm, the Junior Baseball League of Nassau and the Grand Bahama Little League, was so impressive in their recent performances that they have now earned a ranking in the United States Specialty Sports Association 10AA Division.
Global Sun shines on the UB Mingoes’ inaugural golf tourney
GLOBAL Sun Integration Management is supporting The University of The Bahamas Mingoes programme’s inaugural Golf Invitational set for this Sunday at The Royal Blue Golf Course at Baha Mar as a bronze-level sponsor.
Dames leads agricultural progress in South Andros
Agricultural extension officers play a vital role in the nation’s Family Island farming communities. These men and women often bridge the gap between farmers and modern agricultural knowledge, providing access to tools, inputs and best practices and techniques. Their services empower farmers with the skills and resources needed to improve productivity, sustainability and resilience against challenges like climate change, pest infestations, irrigation issues and a lack of supplies.
Chamber empowers SMEs with training, job fair
A JOB fair and professional training day will be held on Saturday by the Abaco Chamber of Commerce.
Cost Right online platform for Freeport to also serve Nassau
AML Foods Limited has announced the launch of its new e-commerce platform for Cost Right Freeport - but after the fire that destroyed the Cost Right building in Nassau, people in New Providence can also make use of the platform for deliveries.
