PM: Back-up disaster funding covers $251m
THE Bahamas has available back-up disaster funding worth $251m, the Prime Minister asserted yesterday, as he led debate on a Parliamentary resolution to permit the transfer of $17m in dormant account monies to further strengthen the nation’s resilience.
DEIDRE BASTIAN: Set professional tone from the very first day
THERE are some clear ‘do’s’ and ‘don’ts’ for workplace professionalism that apply universally.
Crooked Island residents without electricity and water for nearly a week
RESIDENTS of Crooked Island have been without electricity and running water for nearly a week after both of Bahamas Power and Light’s (BPL) generators failed and a transformer linked to the Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) stopped working, forcing schools, businesses, and government offices to close.
Abaco Shelter opening expected today as govt transfers $17m to Disaster Emergency Fund
THE government has transferred $17m into the Disaster Emergency Fund, almost coinciding with today’s long-delayed opening of the Abaco Multipurpose Hurricane Shelter.
State-of-the-art medical facility opens at Hurricane Hole on Paradise Island
The Hurricane Hole Medical Center has officially opened its state-of-the-art facility on Paradise Island, aiming to redefine healthcare access for residents, hotel guests, and hospitality staff with a focus on speed and convenience.
Sea Breeze MP launches e-commerce platform to help local businesses
MP for Sea Breeze, Leslia Miller-Brice, has launched ShopSeaBreeze242.com, a new e-commerce platform designed to help entrepreneurs in her constituency reach wider audiences through digital innovation.
Govt plans to partner with Rwandan ophthalmology school to address Bahamas’ eye doctor shortage
THE Davis administration plans to partner with the Rwanda International Institute of Ophthalmology (RIIO) to train Bahamians in that country’s ophthalmology programme, aiming to address the shortage of eye specialists in The Bahamas.
Pintard: Bodies of Hurricane Dorian victims still being stored in trailers
SEVERAL bodies of Hurricane Dorian victims are still being stored in trailers in Grand Bahama more than six years after the deadly storm, according to Opposition Leader Michael Pintard, who accused the Davis administration of hypocrisy and neglect over the matter.
Teen accused of murder says he was attacked by victim’s relative in prison
A TEENAGE accused of murder claimed in court that he was attacked in prison by a relative of the man he is accused of killing, leaving him with swelling to his jaw and chin.
Former death row inmate resentenced to 35 years prison for 1990 murder
A FORMER death row inmate was resentenced to 35 years in prison yesterday for a murder.
Convicted robber says accomplice had no part in Burger King crime
A CONVICTED robber took full responsibility for a 2021 armed robbery at Burger King on Prince Charles Drive, telling the court his alleged accomplice had no role in the crime.
Man accused of assaulting son with acid and baseball bat
A 66-year-old man accused of assaulting his son with acid was granted bail yesterday.
Police seize guns, ammo and cash, arresting ten non-Bahamians
AUTHORITIES arrested ten people, including eight Americans, after seizing high-powered weapons, ammunition and a substantial amount of cash on Tuesday.
Minnis slams government over dangerous potholes
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday criticised the Davis administration for what he called a sluggish response to worsening road conditions across New Providence, saying the growing number of potholes has become a safety hazard for motorists.
Laroda admits shelter gap despite long-term help for homeless woman
SOCIAL Services Minister Myles LaRoda said his ministry has long assisted a mother of two autistic children recently forced to sleep in her car, but admitted that limited shelter capacity continues to hamper efforts to house vulnerable families.
Bell insists housing crisis real despite vacant homes
HOUSING and Urban Renewal Minister Keith Bell has insisted that The Bahamas does face a housing crisis - rejecting suggestions from Fidelity Bank CEO Gowon Bowe that the problem stems from poor use of existing homes rather than a shortage of supply.
BISX hits high on sub-fund listings
THE Bahamas International Securities Exchange (BISX) yesterday confirmed it has added another listing to its investment funds roster.
Man being questioned after pregnant mom found dead
Police are questioning a man in connection with the death of a woman whose body was discovered in a bushy area off Munnings Road on Wednesday morning.
Man accused of 2023 murder outside a Village road bar denied bail for third time
A MAN accused of a 2023 murder outside a bar on Village Road was denied bail for a third time.
