Mitchell: Bahamas may abstain from vote on Net Zero Framework amid threats of retaliation from United States
THE Bahamas may abstain from voting on the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) proposed Net Zero Framework amid threats of retaliation from the United States.
Residents from across MICAL arrive in Nassau to show support for Dupuch-Carron’s nomination
DOZENS of MICAL constituency residents have travelled to New Providence to support Robert Dupuch-Carron, founder of the Bahamas Aviation Climate and Severe Weather Networks Ltd (BACSWN), ahead of his appearance before the Progressive Liberal Party’s (PLP) Candidates Committee tomorrow.
Moore: FNM cannot back off from by-election
FREE National Movement founding member Maurice Moore says the opposition cannot “back off” from the a Golden Isles by-election, warning that leaving the Progressive Liberal Party uncontested would be a mistake.
Inquest begins into 2024 boat crash that killed two near Rose Island
A POLICE officer testified yesterday that he dove into the sea to recover the belongings of two men killed in a boating accident off Rose Island, as a coroner’s inquest into the June, 2024 tragedy got underway.
Davis: We will not give in to threats
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis last night accused some union leaders of “grandstanding and public drama” after they called for nationwide industrial action, saying he would not take part in any process clouded by such threats or theatrics.
Pickstock expected to be ratified for Golden Isles
THE Progressive Liberal Party is expected to ratify a slate of candidates tomorrow for the next general election, including Senator Darren Pickstock for the Golden Isles constituency, where a by-election is expected to be held.
Man accused in gang rape of teen ruled not guilty
A MAN accused of taking part in the gang rape of a 14-year-old girl in an unfinished building on Wulff Road was acquitted after a jury returned a not guilty verdict yesterday.
Archbishop Drexel Gomez dies at 86
ARCHBISHOP Drexel Wellington Gomez, one of the most influential religious figures in the Caribbean and a towering voice of the Anglican Church, died yesterday after a long battle with stomach cancer. He was 86.
COLUMN: Bahamas getting the US Ambassador we need
LAST Tuesday, the US Senate confirmed the appointment of Hershel Walker as the next American ambassador to The Bahamas.
IVOINE INGRAHAM: The corrosion of purpose
There was a time when entering politics meant something noble; the intentions were to serve, a commitment to bettering the lives of others, and a promise to represent those who are left out. In today’s landscape, that original flame of service goes out due to arrogance, greed, and the intoxicating lure of power.
Triple medal joy in Belize
THE Bahamas four-member team returned from the Caribbean Under-23 Cycling Road Championships in Belize over the weekend with three medals.
Charlton fourth to end season
BAHAMIAN Devynne Charlton closed out her 2025 season with a fourth place finish in the women’s 100 metres hurdles at the Athlos NYC25 on Friday.
Baha Mar bow for star Clarke
Bahamian tennis standout Sydney Clarke continues to build momentum on her professional journey after competing in the EV Motors Doubles Tournament over the weekend at the John McEnroe Tennis Centre at Baha Mar.
EV Motors hosts tennis tournament
EV Motors, in partnership with the John McEnroe Tennis Centre, hosted its inaugural tennis tournament this past weekend at the Baha Mar resort. The two-day mixed doubles tournament featured eight sponsored teams in competition for a grand prize of two brand new Jetour X70 Plus jeeps.
Thompson proud of pickleball singles performance
ALTHOUGH he’s juggling his time between work and play, Justyn Thompson said he was pleased to put together a good effort to win the men’s singles at the Association of Pickleball Players (APP) Open in Fort Lauderdale, Florida over the weekend.
Island Hoops going from strength to strength
Island Hoops Basketball, an initiative founded by local basketball enthusiast Dwajaneil Dorsett along with Benjamin Clarke, Wendell Dean and Jadyn Gomez, is quickly becoming one of the most recognised movements in Nassau’s casual basketball community. Started at the beginning of 2025, the initiative provides a safe, structured, and competitive environment for basketball players of all ages who simply love the game.
Close battles in school soccer
THE New Providence Public Primary Schools Sports Assocation’s 2025 Dawn Knowles Primary School Soccer Tournament wrapped up on Friday with some close encounters to determine the champions.
Union ‘going to do something’ over staff grievances at BAIC
A trade union says it is plotting its next move with grievances over the alleged non-payment of salary increments for Bahamas Agricultural and Industrial Corporation (BAIC) staff yet to be addressed.
