Vybz Kartel set to make long-awaited return to Bahamas
VYBZ Kartel’s long-awaited return to The Bahamas is set to take place at a concert organised by International Events and Production, with corporate sponsorship from Aliv and Bahamasair.
Murder rate up 8% over prior year
THE country recorded an eight percent increase in homicides from the 110 in 2023, according to The Tribune’s records.
Former officer and attorney arrested and interviewed in voice note probe
OUTGOING Police Commissioner Clayton Fernander said police arrested and interviewed a former high-ranking officer and an attorney at the centre of a major corruption investigation involving leaked voice recordings.
Saxons make history with fourth victory
THE Shell Saxons Superstars did it again, pulling off a fourth consecutive win of the Junkanoo season by unofficially clinching the 2025 New Year’s Day parade with a theme celebrating six decades of achievement and resilience.
FRONT PORCH: Christian love and social justice vs Christian triumphalism
A friend recalled a harrowing story of love and lost.
Swimming ‘going to the polls’ Jan. 11
As we usher in a new year, Bahamas Aquatics, coming off another productive year, is preparing to go to the polls on January 11 during their annual general meeting at the Balmoral Club.
Sir Franklyn deserves our respect
PLEASE allow me space to give a glimpse into a man who everybody knows but very few know of.
STATESIDE: Ambassador-nominee Walker could be a benefit to Bahamas
As we look ahead to a new year full of promise and peril, a recent announcement has stirred up quite a bit of local discourse.
Progress in corruption probe
A PROMISE was made that there would be an update on the investigation into leaked voice notes that purported to suggest corruption in high places – and an update there was, just before the end of the year.
High cost of living in our nation
As a mother of two children, married for eight years, and a working Bahamian who is doing her best to make ends meet, I am writing to express my deep concern over the unbearable cost of living in The Bahamas.
‘No significant change’ in LGBTI+ support expected as Trump takes helm
AS The Bahamas prepares for a US republican administration, local human rights defender Alexus D’Marco expressed confidence that US advocacy for vulnerable communities, including LGBTI people, will remain steadfast.
Five Bahamians receive King’s New Year Honours
FIVE Bahamians have been recognised by His Majesty King Charles III in the 2025 New Year Honours for their contributions to business, religion, youth work, and community service.
First traffic fatality recorded for 2025
A TRAFFIC fatality, two separate stabbing incidents, and two boating incidents occurred over the New Years Day period.
Tribune sports’ coaches of 2024
THE year came to a close on Wednesday, but Tribune Sports couldn’t help but get the new year started by honouring those coaches who have worked tirelessly behind the scenes and rarely get the credit they so rightfully deserve.
Bahamas Bowl this Saturday
FOLLOWING a one-year absence, the Bahamas Bowl, the longest-running international bowl game in college football history, returns to Nassau for its eighth edition on Saturday, January 4.
Man granted conditional discharge for assaulting ex-wife
A MAN was granted a conditional discharge on Tuesday after he admitted to threatening and assaulting his ex-wife at Sir Lynden Pindling Estates last week.
Man accused of $9,000 housebreaking spree remanded
A MAN was remanded into custody on Tuesday after he was accused of a spree of housebreakings in western New Providence over the last two months leading to the theft of over $9,000 worth of property.
Father remanded after allegeådly taking daughter to US without permission
A 34-year-old man was imprisoned earlier this week after he was accused of absconding with his daughter to the United States without the child’s mother’s permission.
Nurses union to lobby for improved working conditions in 2025
WITH the new year underway, Bahamas Nurses Union (BNU) President Muriel Lightbourn said the union is focused on addressing several critical issues affecting nurses, including improved working conditions and concluding negotiations for a new industrial agreement.
BAARK! records rise in animal cruelty, neglect, and suffering cases
BAHAMAS Alliance for Animal Rights and Kindness (BAARK!) has seen an increase in animal cruelty, neglect, and suffering cases from 2023 to 2024.
