DIR home VAT refunds ‘a farce’
THE Department of Inland Revenue’s (DIR) VAT refunds as part of its first home construction and renovation programme is a “farce”, according to one frustrated Bahamian.
Gov’t targets $866m slash to Bahamas’ national debt
The Government is predicting it will slash its direct debt by $866m during the three fiscal years to end-June 2028 as a result of generating three consecutive annual fiscal surpluses.
Opening bank accounts likened to ‘pulling teeth’
Businessmen yesterday voiced scepticism that 99 percent of new bank account applications are approved - often “in less than a week” - as they described the process as akin to “pulling teeth”.
No ‘cry wolf’ over US growth slash
A senior tourism executive yesterday asserted he is “not prepared to cry wolf or suggest doomsday has dawned” yet after the Federal Reserve slashed US economic growth forecasts through 2027.
PM signs new LNG Terminal Agreement
PRIME Minister Philip Davis signed two agreements today to facilitate the country’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal at Clifton Pier.
Man sent to prison for murder to get retrial
THE Court of Appeal has ordered a retrial for a man previously sentenced to 57 years in prison for the 2018 murder of a web shop patron, ruling that his trial was unfair because he was forced to represent himself.
Bostwick’s call for FNM unity welcomed
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard welcomed Dame Janet Bostwick’s call for the FNM to unite to defeat the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) in the next general election.
Pintard and Thompson call for more firefighting resources for GB
WITH over 50 power poles destroyed by massive bushfires that threatened many properties across East Grand Bahama, Free National Movement members of Parliament are calling for additional firefighting resources and manpower in Grand Bahama.
Police ‘still investigating’ held money one year later
ALMOST a year after alleging that police officers took $9,000 from their Marathon Estates home during what they claim was a mistaken search, Aynalel and Marvin Deveaux are still without answers — leaving Marvin, already battling severe health issues, losing hope.
Munroe: Elections chief was not fired
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe said acting Parliamentary Commissioner Arthur Taylor requested reassignment to another government agency, insisting that no one from his ministry directed his removal.
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FRONT PORCH: Unity in the FNM and political parties
Political parties, like other institutions, are often fractious, disputatious, ever striving for greater unity.
Minnis: What is govt stake in Bahamas Moorings?
Former Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday pushed for more information about the government’s stake in Bahamas Moorings Limited.
Op-Ed: Deepseek catching global attention
Recently, the groundbreaking artificial intelligence model DeepSeek, developed by Chinese engineers, has attracted widespread attention in the tech world.
‘Jazz’ shines again
If the New York Yankees’ spring training is any indication, Major League Baseball (MLB) pro Jasrado “Jazz” Chisholm Jr will be a force to be reckoned with at second base for the upcoming MLB season.
Lightbourne warns Cartwright against inciting fear over SpaceX
MINISTER of State for the Environment Zane Lightbourne cautioned against spreading panic over the recent SpaceX Starship explosion, urging reliance on expert assessments rather than speculation.
Minnis concerned Defence Bill amendment would allow rehiring already retired officers
AS parliamentarians debated and passed an amendment to the Defence Act, which would allow marines to serve until 60 without limitation, former Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis expressed concern that the Davis administration might abuse the provision, citing its practice on rehiring retirees.
Gambling addiction awareness programme raises concerns of teens ‘drinking and throwing dice’
AS Gambling Addiction Awareness Month begins, officials are increasing efforts to address gambling and substance abuse among high school students.
Body of man found in Governor’s Harbour
POLICE in Eleuthera are investigating the discovery of the body of a male found near the vicinity of a business establishment in Governor’s Harbour yesterday.
Couple accused of assaulting each other with firearms
A COUPLE was granted bail after being accused of assaulting each other with firearms last weekend.
