Mom-of-three killed in traffic accident
ROBYN Benicourt, a recent nursing school graduate, was looking forward to sitting her upcoming exams and getting registered with the Bahamas Nursing Council before she was killed in a traffic accident Wednesday night.
650 jobs to fill at $290m hospital
Flooding risks are “a great concern” for New Providence’s new hospital which will need a 650-strong medical staff to care for the anticipated 400 patients it is set to house daily.
DR KENT BAZARD: The Psychological Impact of Sports Injuries and Recovery: Building Resilience
IN the world of sports, injuries are an inevitable part of the journey. The physical toll is evident, but the psychological impact often remains in the shadows, unspoken yet profoundly felt.
‘I will miss my loving wife Renee Sunshine Davis’
RENEE “Sunshine” Davis, known for her contagious smile that lights up any atmosphere in softball, baseball, volleyball or track and field, passed away on Wednesday night after a short stay in Princess Margaret Hospital.
Kaylia Capri wants to build her wrestling brand
FORMER Bahamian track and field athlete Alexis Gray, who is also known by stage names Kaylia Capri and Sierra Breeze, is thoroughly enjoying her introduction to pro wrestling since transitioning to the sport in January 2023.
Pools in the Schools on the ground at GHS
GROUND-breaking ceremonies were held on Wednesday for the first pool to be constructed in the government schools in a Pools in the Schools initiative headed by the Fox Foundation.
Taylor heads to Indiana Tech
It was the college of “choice” for Road Runners women’s 400 metre hurdles specialist Ta-mia Taylor as she decided to compete for the Warriors track and field team at Indiana Institute of Technology (Indiana Tech).
Cleveland Eneas Primary holds awards ceremony for Eagles’ track & field team
IN celebration of winning their eighth New Providence Public Primary Schools Sports Association title, the Cleveland Eneas Primary School hosted an awards ceremony on Wednesday for their Eagles track and field team.
$60m price tag to fix Glass Window Bridge
WORKS Minister Clay Sweeting said reconstructing the Glass Window Bridge would cost $60 million.
Oran Davis makes impact in Andros
IN an effort to provide some interest to the people on the island, softball player Oran Davis planned, organised and executed the Inter-Islands Sports Day for Central Andros.
Oran Davis makes impact in Andros
IN an effort to provide some interest to the people on the island, softball player Oran Davis planned, organised and executed the Inter-Islands Sports Day for Central Andros.
STATESIDE: Democrats disrespect of MAGA demographic key to their support of Trump
THE political director was arriving at a big regional conference, surrounded by several party associates.
Chamber warns on energy cost increase for ‘most businesses’
The Chamber of Commerce yesterday joined those voicing concern that Bahamas Power & Light’s (BPL) new rate structure will fuel more price increases by raising energy costs for “most businesses”.
Minister defends ‘single source’ bid process for FOCOL affiliate
A Cabinet minister yesterday rejected assertions that the Government’s energy reforms violated procurement laws as she defended the “single source” bidding used to select a FOCOL Holdings affiliate.
Illegal fisheries landing halt to spark 1,500 jobs boost
Bahamian economic output would expand by a further $65m, helping to create more than 1,500 jobs, if the largest categories of illegal and unreported fishing were converted into lawful landings.
Double rooms by 15,000 to stay ‘Caribbean leader’
The deputy prime minister yesterday said The Bahamas needs to double its capacity by adding 15,000 new hotel rooms over the next decade if it is to “remain the undisputed leader” in Caribbean tourism.
Homeowner: They won’t Wynn ‘war of attrition’
The leading opponent of a 14-storey Goodman’s Bay penthouse project yesterday pledged he will not be ground down by the developer’s “war of attrition” and forced into selling his home.
Average BPL customers will see annual savings
THE average Bahamas Power & Light residential customer will save about $460 over a year under the government’s equity rate adjustment, according to Energy Minister Jobeth Coleby-Davis.
