$275m Four Seasons condo set to employ over 200 Bahamians
THE Davis administration have signed a Heads of Agreement to construct what officials say will be the “largest” Four Seasons condo hotel in the Caribbean.
‘Suicides more commonly are teens and young adults’
AFTER the shocking suspected suicide of an eight-year-old boy last week, renowned psychiatrist Dr David Allen said he is aware of children aged 10 and 11 committing suicide, adding that there are more people in his outreach programmes talking about wanting to hurt themselves.
Davis: Engine deal to bring reliable power
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis has announced that a power purchase agreement between Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) and Energy Bahamas Holding Limited had been finalised, a “significant step” toward ensuring reliable energy for the country.
Woman charged with trying to smuggle drugs worth $75k
A WOMAN was granted $15.000 bail yesterday after she was accused of trying to smuggle $75,000 worth of drugs into Exuma last week.
ALICIA WALLACE: Will we do nothing as Palestinians massacred?
MONDAY was day 374 of the genocide of Palestine and Palestinians by Israel which continues to bomb schools and hospitals.
Outsiders capture Sam Haven softball title
THE Outsiders captured the 8th annual Sam Haven Invitational Co-Ed Softball Tournament title on Monday in the Banker’s Field at the Baillou Hills Sporting Complex.
‘Made in Bahamas’ trademark unveiled
The ‘Made in The Bahamas’ trademark certification was launched yesterday in a bid to “drive and promote” local goods and services both domestically and in overseas markets.
No bail granted for man accused of last week’s Sunset Park murder
A MAN was remanded into custody yesterday after he was accused of fatally shooting a young man in his car outside his home near Sunset Park last week.
‘Grand Lucayan sale waits on buyer meeting requirements’
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said the government is still waiting on a potential buyer of the Grand Lucayan resort to meet key requirements.
Romer: Aviation exam not designed to set anyone up for failure
AVIATION Director Dr Kenneth Romer said the government is taking steps to comply with international safety standards without jeopardizing the careers of pilots, despite mounting concerns over a new mandatory air law exam.
How Anguilla turned the AI boom into a digital gold mine
The artificial intelligence boom has benefited chatbot makers, computer scientists and Nvidia investors. It’s also providing an unusual windfall for Anguilla, a tiny island in the Caribbean.
Champions crowned at third BFFL Heroes Tournament
The Bahamas Flag Football League (BFFL) hosted a successful third edition of the heroes tournament over the holiday weekend at the Winton Rugby Field.
Chisholm Jr, Yankees take 2-0 series lead
Third baseman Jasrado “Jazz” Chisholm Jr got his first American League divisional championship hit, but missed out on a scoring opportunity as the New York Yankees pulled off their second straight victory over the Cleveland Guardians.
Devynne Charlton to be inducted into Purdue Hall of Fame
WOMEN’s world indoor 60 metres champion and record holder Devynne Charlton will be among a list of persons inducted into the Purdue University 2024 Hall of Fame Class of inductees this weekend in West Lafayette.
PM: Lucayan buyer must ‘meet our requirements’
The Prime Minister yesterday said talks with the Grand Lucayan’s potential purchaser have been “fruitful and progressive”, but added that the Government’s “requirements” must be met to seal a deal.
‘Innovation’ need for peak traffic at LPIA
The Government’s aviation chief yesterday said traffic congestion at peak arrival/departure times is creating a “misconception” The Bahamas has outgrown its main airport gateway ahead of a $200m upgrade.
Man accused of stabbing his father in neck and shoulder
A 21-year-old man was granted bail yesterday after he was accused of stabbing his father in the neck and shoulder last week in their home.
‘Very serious tax concerns’ for Exuma’s ‘crown jewel’
A high-end Exuma project was warned both developer and homeowner properties would be sold-off unless “very serious concerns” over multi-million real property tax liabilities were resolved.
Real estate purchases ‘held hostage’ over VAT demands
Real estate transactions are being “held hostage” by frequent Department of Inland Revenue (DIR) challenges to sales prices as it bids to maximise taxes, an Opposition MP is charging.
