Ex-minister: Four-fold free drugs expansion ‘surreal’
A former health minister yesterday asserted that the Government’s promise of free medicines for 160,000 Bahamians with chronic non-communicable diseases is “surreal” given its struggles to pay existing bills.
Two murdered in weekend shootings
Two men were murdered in separate shooting incidents in the Munson Village and Kennedy Subdivision areas, becoming the 14th and 15th homicides of the year, according to The Tribune’s records.
Commissioner of Police: Brutality happens but sometimes exaggerated
POLICE Commissioner Shanta Knowles believes concerns about police brutality are sometimes exaggerated, though she acknowledged that instances of excessive force sometimes do occur.
Changes to workers’ leave could be ‘recipe for disaster’
DAYS after government announced plans to roll out major labour reforms this year, including extended maternity leave, Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation President Leo Rolle said that while the proposed reforms “may sound good” in theory, economic impact assessments must be conducted before implementation.
Govt slammed over expanded NHI plan
THE Bahamas Pharmaceutical Association (BPA) slammed the government’s announcement of a plan to expand free medication coverage under the National Health Insurance (NHI) programme, calling it “insane” for lacking key details on cost, logistics, and stakeholder consultation.
GAIN AN EDGE – Dual enrolment: A pathway to earning college credits
Few students can boast of earning college credits while still in high school. Ansellia Ferguson is one of them.
Go further than the law by developing ethical culture
A company’s ethics must extend beyond its regulatory requirements. An integral part of this process is establishing a culture of integrity, transparency and accountability in decision-making.
Women’s Sports Symposium inspires the next generation of young girls
IN honour of International Women’s Day, the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture (MOYSC) hosted a Women’s Sports Symposium on Friday to celebrate Bahamian women who have actively paved the way and are currently leading the charge in sports.
Paul Greene and Penmen repeat as champions
GRAND Bahamian Paul Greene helped the second seeded Southern New Hampshire University Penmen to their second consecutive Northeastern 10 Championship Tournament title.
Queen’s College Comets win title
Last season the Queen’s College Comets had to watch in disappointment as the St Augustine’s College (SAC) Big Red Machine relished in championship glory to close out the 2025 Bahamas Association of Independent Secondary Schools (BAISS) Track and Field Championships.
Chamber chief queries if DevCO sale to follow port and harbour exits
Grand Bahama’s Chamber of Commerce president has questioned whether Hutchison Whampoa’s imminent exit from its port and harbour assets will also spark the sale of its Bahamian real estate holdings.
Alex Eneas signs with the New York Mets
A DREAM envisioned in his mind a decade ago when he started playing finally became a reality when Alexander ‘Alex’ Eneas signed a professional baseball contract with the New Yorks Mets’ organisation on Saturday night.
‘Coach Yo’ and Ole Miss Rebels are eliminated
THE run in the 2025 Southeastern Conference Women’s Basketball Tournament for Grand Bahamian coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin and her University of Mississippi Lady Rebels ended on Friday night in Greensville, South Carolina.
Police officers prepare to take grievances to Commissioner of Police
A lawyer representing police officers has said they are preparing to take their grievances to the Commissioner of Police over forced early retirement and denied vacation entitlements.
Debris from SpaceX rocket that exploded has been recovered as govt assesses potential risks posed
DEBRIS from a SpaceX Starship rocket that broke apart mid-flight on March 6 has been located and recovered in The Bahamas, with officials conducting environmental assessments to determine whether the fragments pose any risks, the Office of the Prime Minister said yesterday.
McCartney: FNM would be foolish to not let Minnis run on their ticket
FORMER Democratic National Alliance leader Branville McCartney said the Free National Movement would be “foolish” not to let Dr Hubert Minnis run on its ticket, urging party members to set aside personal differences and focus on winning the next election.
INSIGHT: Govt’s weak response over rocket explosion
I PROMISED a return to local issues last week after the Ukraine-US debacle – and yet then we see an interruption from space!
Woman accused of stabbing police in chest
A WOMAN was granted bail on Friday after being accused of stabbing a police officer last week while he tried to break up a bar fight.
Trial date over voice note probe to be set at end of March due to busy courts
FORMER Chief Superintendent of Police Michael Johnson, attorney Bjorn Ferguson, and Police Sergeant 3726 Deangelo Rolle were informed on Friday that their trial date for bribery charges will be set later this month.
Delay in trial of officers charged with killing Evans
TWO police officers facing manslaughter charges over the 2018 killing of 20-year-old Deangelo Evans in Mason’s Addition were told on Friday that the setting of their trial date has been delayed until late March.
