BTC launches ‘Think Pink’ Breast Cancer Awareness initiative offering 100 free mammograms
BTC has launched its “Think Pink” Breast Cancer Awareness initiative, offering 100 complimentary mammograms and educational resources to encourage early detection and support communities across The Bahamas.
Man accused of breaking into home of his ex-girlfriend and threatening her with gun
A MAN with a long history of violent offences was denied bail yesterday after being accused of breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s home, threatening her with a gun, and facing new charges of housebreaking, assault and possession of an unlicensed firearm.
Three adults and a juvenile charged with possession of firearms and ammunition
FOUR people, including a juvenile, were granted bail in the Magistrate’s Court yesterday after denying firearm and ammunition charges linked to the discovery of a rifle and 11 unfired rounds.
GB not feeling 'trickle down' with Celebration Key launch
A Grand Bahama business owner yesterday asserted the island is no longer benefiting from the economic “trickle down effect” of cruise tourism following the opening of Carnival’s $600m Celebration Key.
Eleuthera energy woes grow amid 38-hour power outages
Energy woes have intensified on Eleuthera due to the passage of Tropical Storm Imelda with some parts of the island experiencing outages of more than 38 hours.
Hotels chief: Imelda ‘truly a non-event’
The Bahamas Hotel and Tourism Association’s (BHTA) president yesterday branded Tropical Storm Imelda as “truly a non-event” that created “very little drama” for the country’s largest industry.
Andros bonefish lodge sees 50% Imelda boost
An Andros bonefishing lodge yesterday attributed a sudden 50 percent uptick in business to Tropical Storm Imelda’s passing.
US questions progress over ‘Bahamas Invest’
A US government report has challenged the lack of “visible progress” made by The Bahamas in converting its key investment agency into the long-promised Bahamas Invest.
Storm drives 25% weekend surge for Super Value sales
Super Value’s president yesterday revealed weekend sales were “at least 25 percent” above normal as New Providence residents raced to stock-up before Tropical Storm Imelda’s arrival.
Bahamas must ‘see through’ anti-corruption reform moves
The Bahamas was yesterday urged to “see through” its anti-corruption reforms package to full completion after a US government report highlighted “growing concerns” over its governance systems.
‘More workers and seasonal closures cause of jobless rise’
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis, who once dismissed rising unemployment as a sign of “visionless leadership” under the Minnis administration, is now defending a surge in joblessness under his own watch, pointing to seasonal factors and more Bahamians entering the workforce.
Thompson ready to ‘deliver fair and efficient’ by-election in Golden Isles
ACTING Parliamentary Commissioner Harrison Thompson says his department is ready to deliver a fair and efficient by-election in Golden Isles, insisting preparations are in place despite criticism of the office’s performance in recent polls.
Bahamas holds on to Tier 1 rating in US 2025 Trafficking in Persons Report
THE Bahamas has kept its Tier 1 ranking in the United States’ 2025 Trafficking in Persons Report, placing it among a small group of countries recognised for meeting the minimum standards for eliminating human trafficking.
Murders down by 28 percent against last year’s numbers
MURDERS are down by about 28 percent so far this year, with 64 killings recorded compared to 89 by the same point in 2024, according to Tribune records.
Imelda leaves behind flooding in its wake
TROPICAL Storm Imelda left homes flooded, power lines down and roads impassable across parts of the northwest and central Bahamas before beginning to pull away from the country yesterday.
Flooding and fuses blow post-Imelda re-openings
Flooding and a blown fuse yesterday forced some Bahamian businesses to halt operations for the day in the wake of Tropical Storm Imelda’s passage.
PM blames 52% jobless rise on more seeking work
Prime Minister Philip Davis KC yesterday blamed the recent 52 percent increase in jobless Bahamians to seasonal fluctuations and a growing number of persons actively seeking work.
Second loss for Team Bahamas
DESPITE losing its second consecutive loss at the U23 Pan American Championship, Bahamas Baseball Association’s officials are still optimistic about Team Bahamas’ performances in Panama.
Charlton Joy at Daytona Beach debut
DAWN Charlton was pleased with her season’s professional bodybuilding debut at the 2025 NPC/IFBB Pro League Daytona Pro/Am Championships over the weekend in Daytona Beach, Florida.
