PM confirms gas margins increase
The Prime Minister last night said the Government has agreed to grant petroleum retailers their long sought-after margin increases they say are essential to the survival of their companies.
$200m project ‘renews’ PI and creates 300 jobs
Hurricane Hole’s developer yesterday estimated its near-$200m investment to-date has likely created “around 300 jobs” while helping to renew Paradise Island’s attraction as a residential location.
Marinas set to join Parliament fuel protest on ‘viability threat’
Bahamian marinas yesterday said they will join tomorrow’s Parliament protest by petroleum retailers as the fuel industry’s price-controlled model is threatening “the viability of our sector”.
Bahamas ‘cornerstone’ for stem cell firm’s expansion
A stem cell provider yesterday branded The Bahamas “one of the cornerstones” for its global expansion plans as it unveiled ambitions to “double” its staff presence here within the next 12 months.
Five officers deploy to Haiti in days, says King
ROYAL Bahamas Defence Force Commodore Raymond King said the country is expected to deploy a five-member team to Haiti at the end of the week.
14 police summoned over shootings
ACTING Coroner Kara Turnquest has summoned 14 police officers linked to killings that resulted in adverse inquest findings since May 2023, ordering them to appear on Wednesday for committal hearings before the Supreme Court.
‘Public right to be concerned over probe into corruption allegations’
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said the public is right to be concerned over the Royal Bahamas Police Force probe into allegations of corruption.
PM Davis says BPL bills to be cheaper this month
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said Bahamians will soon see the “fruits” of his administration’s efforts to reform the country’s electricity sector, adding that power bills should start to decline this month.
Gas margin rise of 25 cents approved
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis announced last night that his administration has approved a margin increase for gas retailers of 25 cents per gallon for gasoline and 15 cents per gallon for diesel.
High amount of Saharan dust reason for slow Atlantic hurricane season
SAHARA dust is the reason for a quieter than predicted hurricane season so far, according to acting director of the Bahamas Department of Meteorology Jeffrey Simmons.
UK introduces new travel authorisation scheme effective starting January 8, 2025
A NEW travel authorisation scheme is being expanded by the UK for visitors - including for The Bahamas.
Historic hotel collapses into street
A HISTORIC hotel collapsed yesterday, sending debris across Baillou Hill Road and destroying a neighbouring home.
New $290m hospital ground breaking expected ‘hopefully within a month’s time’
HEALTH and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville said the groundbreaking for the new $290m hospital will take place “hopefully within a month’s time” despite growing environmental concerns.
Gas up, BPL down...what next?
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis last night gave a wide-ranging interview touching on a host of issues affecting the Bahamian public.
Two men accused of separate murders
TWO MEN were remanded into custody yesterday after they were accused in two separate murders in New Providence.
Teen accused of armed robbery
AN 18-year-old male was remanded into custody yesterday accused of holding up a convenience store on Bacardi Road.
17-year-old admits bail violation
AN 17-year-old male was granted a conditional discharge yesterday after he admitted to failing to sign in at his local police station while on bail for armed robbery for three months.
Healthcare Administrators Conclave held at Breezes Resort
HEALTHCARE administrators from across the country gathered for the opening of the Health Administrators Conclave at Breezes Resort yesterday, where key government officials outlined an ambitious plan to overhaul and modernize the healthcare system in The Bahamas.
Darville announced new Mental Health Act will be implemented ‘very shortly’
HEALTH and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville said yesterday he is concerned about the state of mental health in The Bahamas following a number of reports of attempted suicides.
