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.
Man charged with breaking into police station in Andros
A MAN was granted bail after being accused of breaking into a police station in Andros last month and stealing a scooter.
Two-years jail for man admitting to having a firearm in his home
A MAN was sentenced yesterday to two years in prison after admitting to having a gun in his home in Elizabeth Estates last week.
DEIDRE BASTIAN: Why smashing ‘glass ceiling’ is so critical
The term ‘glass ceiling’ refers to an invisible but all-too-real obstacle depicting the challenges and limitations faced by a specific group of employees.
Rubis gets final appeal on $159k gas leak damages
Rubis (Bahamas) bid to overturn a $159,450 damages award after fuel leaks from one of its gas stations contaminated a Marathon resident’s home was yesterday cleared to proceed to a final appeal hearing.
‘Myth from reality’: 99% of account requests approved
The first-ever survey on the ease of opening a Bahamian bank account will separate “myths from realities” with more than 99 percent of applications approved in often “less than a week”.
Six months’ jail for man who beat boy with broomstick
A 22-year-old man was sentenced to six months in prison yesterday after admitting to beating his girlfriend’s seven-year-old son with a broomstick earlier this week as “discipline” for accidentally breaking a television.
US Chargé d’Affaires downplays impact of Cuba policy on Bahamas
THE top US government official in The Bahamas downplayed the impact of the Trump administration’s Cuba-related visa restriction policy on this country, framing the expansion announcement as an effort to prompt a broader inquiry into how Cuban workers are treated and paid, rather than a measure targeting The Bahamas or any local government official.
‘Justice has prevailed’, says Davis - but World Famous Valley Boys to appeal
THE Supreme Court dismissed the World Famous Valley Boys’ application for judicial review, ruling that the group had no realistic chance of success in its legal challenge against the Registrar General’s decision to remove it from the register of non-profit organisations.
Father found guilty of all five counts in incest case
A FATHER accused of sexually molesting his daughter was convicted of incest on Tuesday in the Supreme Court after jurors returned guilty verdicts on all five counts.
Election chief out after criticism
ACTING Parliamentary Registration Commissioner Arthur Taylor has been removed from his post and reassigned to another government agency.
Coast Guard rescued 166 people in Bahamian waters last year
THE US Coast Guard rescued 166 people in Bahamian waters last year, officials revealed during a port visit to New Providence.
Labour Minister and TUC chief disagree on which concerns have been addressed
LABOUR Minister Pia Glover-Rolle and Trade Union Congress (TUC) President Obie Ferguson disagree over how many of the TUC’s labour concerns have been addressed, with Mr Ferguson insisting that none has been resolved and warning that the union will take a more aggressive position.
