‘Magic mushrooms’ defendant in unlicensed crypto venture
A co-defendant in the much-publicised “magic mushrooms” case has also been operating an unlicensed crypto currency business from The Bahamas, Tribune Business can reveal.
Bahamian ‘over the moon’ at beating top developers
A BAHAMIAN engineer is “over the moon” that the planning authorities have rejected an appeal by two of New Providence’s largest developers that sought to halt his $20m project.
Sarkis ‘I’d have saved’ $500m if CCA told truth
BAHA Mar’s original developer would not have spent $500m on preparing for the failed March 2015 opening if he “had known the truth” that its main contractor was about to bust the deadline.
‘I could back short ban on foreign entertainers’
LABOUR director Howard Thompson said he could support a 30-day moratorium on short-term work permits involving foreign artists and entertainers.
Alston appointed chairperson of BPL as Davis looks to reform energy sector
CHRISTINA Alston has been appointed chairperson of Bahamas Power and Light, replacing Pedro Rolle.
Legal help sought on which Valley Boys get seed funds
AFTER a meeting between warring Valley Boys factions failed to resolve their dispute yesterday, the Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Culture will consult “legal minds” to determine which faction will receive the seed money and the opportunity to rush on Bay Street as a category A-group, according to Minister Mario Bowleg.
'Why no answers on Azario death?’
AZARIO Major’s father fears the public may never learn the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution’s recommendation on whether officers who killed his son should be prosecuted, given the police commissioner’s silence in previous police-involved killings.
‘Remarkably favourable’ multi billion gain for FTX creditors
FTX’s Bahamian liquidators are asserting that the failed crypto exchange’s creditors and customers will enjoy “a remarkably favourable outcome” via a multi-billion interest gain while recovering all their principal.
CCA: Baha Mar fail ‘inevitable’ even if we met open deadline
BAHA Mar’s main contractor is alleging the project’s “insolvency was inevitable” even if the original March 27, 2015, opening deadline was met due to inadequate revenues and inability to access “key money”.
Knowles and Merklein teaming up coaching
After playing together as members of the Bahamas Davis Cup team, it was only natural that one day Mark Knowles and Mark Merklein would venture into coaching the sport of tennis.
Youth flag football season in full swing
SATURDAY marked the start of what is expected to be a great season for the Bahamas Youth Flag Football League (BYFFL).
Nations League: Bahamas suffers 3-2 loss
THE Bahamas senior men’s national soccer team experienced mixed results in the first window of the CONCACAF Nations League group stage in Christiansted, US Virgin Islands.
Why no update on domestic violence shelter?
THE lack of progress over the opening of a domestic violence shelter has reached such a level that it appears people are giving up on government over it.
Are we sleepwalking to another 100 murders?
HAVE we come to start treating murders as inevitable, just another fact of life – and death – in The Bahamas?
East GB MP Thompson demands action from GBPC after weeks of service interruptions
A MAJOR fast-food restaurant in downtown Freeport was forced to close its doors and turn away customers on Sunday afternoon due to a power outage, highlighting the impact of ongoing electricity disruptions in Grand Bahama.
Valley Boys faction move immoral
FIRST let me confess I am not a supporter nor am I a member of the Valley boys.
Govt appointments of retirees ‘affecting morale’ at Customs and Immigration Departments
THE morale of immigration and customs officers –– especially those in Grand Bahama –– has been affected by the government’s decision to appoint retirees to top management positions and hire people outside the public service, according to Bahamas Customs and Immigration Allied Workers Union (BCIAWU) president Deron Brooks.
NDP plan produced nothing
I recall an extra-ordinary amount of work - consultation was done under PM Christie on the so-called National Development Plan.
Downtown needs much improvement
CABINET Ministers and Tourism Ministry officials all hail the increasing number of visitors too Nassau.
Rotary Club of Old Fort helps Adelaide Primary School get ready for new year
THE Rotary Club of Old Fort (RCOF) completed a significant community service project at Adelaide Primary School on Saturday.
