Saudis ‘too slow’ over $55m Eleuthera airport
The deputy prime minister yesterday revealed the Government has switched to a new financier to fund North Eleuthera Airport’s $55m overhaul because the original Saudi source is too “slow and bureaucratic”.
450 construction jobs expected in expanded Eleuthera resort project
The deputy prime minister yesterday disclosed that Eleuthera’s proposed Ritz-Carlton Reserve project is increasing its planned investment by $160m and expanding the number of residences by 35 percent.
Man accused of murder for injury that killed Sammy
A MAN had his charge upgraded to murder yesterday after a bar fight in Eleuthera led to the death of Samuel “Sammy” Thompson, sparking public outrage and calls for justice.
Halkitis: Trade war fallout a bigger concern than 10 percent US tariffs
ECONOMIC Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis said the 10 percent base tariff imposed by the United States is not a major concern for The Bahamas, which does not export a surplus of goods there, but warned that President Donald Trump’s escalating trade war could trigger an economic slowdown.
World Famous Valley Boys de-registered as non-profit
THE World Famous Valley Boys Junkanoo group has been officially deregistered as a non-profit organisation in The Bahamas, according to a notice from the Registrar General’s Department.
‘We won’t vote if Minnis rejected’
THE Free National Movement’s Killarney Constituency Association is pushing back against the party’s decision to deny former Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis renomination, warning the move could cost the FNM the seat.
DIANE PHILLIPS: The things you keep
I don’t remember the last time our daughter slept in the bedroom that we still refer to as her room.
Micro-plastics are everywhere and they are harmful to us all
It’s past lunchtime, and your 5:30 am workout and barely-filling, on-the-go breakfast has left you famished.
Employee loses $300,000 lawsuit over NIB fall
A NATIONAL Insurance Board (NIB) employee has lost her lawsuit against the agency after seeking damages for injuries sustained on the job.
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$150,000 bail granted to American book author accused of kidnapping her son
AN American book author accused of kidnapping her son has been granted bail of $150,000 cash despite being considered a flight risk, as the court ruled in favour of her urgent need for medical assistance due to pain and deformity in her left breast caused by breast implants.
‘Smooth transition’ on govt’s 50% VAT cut on unprepared food items
THE government’s 50 percent cut in Value Added Tax (VAT) on food sold in stores took effect on Tuesday, with Economic Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis reporting a smooth transition for businesses.
British High Commission hosts King’s Trust International during its Bahamas visit
The British High Commission Nassau hosted the King’s Trust International on its recent visit to The Bahamas.
Bail revoked for attempted murder accused after charge of firing shots at police car
A MAN awaiting trial for the attempted murder of a police officer had his bail revoked after being accused of firing 13 shots at the officer’s vehicle during a confrontation on Gladstone Road last September.
Man accused of causing harm and threats of death
A MAN was granted bail after he was accused of injuring two people and threatening to kill them in New Providence earlier this week.
Bail granted to man charged with breaking into home
A MAN was granted bail after being accused of housebreaking in Montell Heights earlier this week.
GB man fined $4,000 for libel
A MAN accused of libel was fined $4,000 and ordered to apologise after changing his plea to guilty in Grand Bahama’s Magistrate’s Court Wednesday.
Thompson criticises govt’s Mining Bill over failing to guarantee benefits for Bahamians
East Grand Bahama MP Kwasi Thompson has criticised the government’s proposed Mining Bill, arguing that while it promises wealth and equity, it fails to guarantee real benefits for Bahamians.
Lenox Lockhart - 9-year-old ‘daredevil’
Most adults would not dare to set foot in the driver’s seat of a go-kart but, for nine-year-old Bahamian Lenox Lockhart, it is always a great feeling to be behind the steering wheel and an even better feeling to emerge as a winner.
Windsor, Lyford Cay double up as BAISS soccer champions
THE Lyford Cay International School (LCIS) Dragons and Windsor School both joined their junior teams to double up as champions in the senior division of the 2025 Bahamas Association of Independent Secondary Schools (BAISS) Soccer Championships yesterday at the Roscow AL Davies Soccer Field.
