The ‘re-bornin’ of a nation
“Independence mornin’ is like a baby bornin’”. On reflection, those words penned by Priscilla Rollins have significant meaning with respect to both the birth of a nation and the future that lies ahead. As the saying goes, it is easy to “born” a child, it’s another to raise a child.
Tourism operator loses 15%of July 4 sales to BPL woes
A Bahamian tourism operator estimates it lost 15 percent of US Independence Day sales due to Friday’s electricity woes with yesterday’s power outage continuing to disrupt commerce during one of the busiest periods for American visitors.
Gov’t to meet union chief on BPL bribe accusations
The Government yesterday said it will meet with the Bahamas Electrical Workers Union’s (BEWU) president after he alleged he was offered hundreds of thousands of dollars in bribes to "sell out" his members and has since been subjected to victimisation after refusing the pay-off.
Mayaguana fears outsiders to beneft more from growth
Mayaguana residents are voicing concerns that outsiders will benefit more than locals from the latest development plans for the island, adding that land ownership disputes and limited access to financing threaten their ability to capitalise on future investments.
Retailer: Independence sales ‘really good’ for past 3 weeks
A Bahamian retailer says early shopping and growing demand for patriotic apparel has helped fuel strong Independence Day sales despite the squeeze imposed on profit margins by higher fuel prices and rising shipping costs.
Solar energy to expand to more Gov’t buildings
THE Bahamas is preparing to expand the installation of roof-top solar energy to more government facilities, including the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology’s offices, as part of a broader push to modernise energy infrastructure and reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels.
Opposition: Extend VAT school relief to gasoline
Opposition senators yesterday urged the Government to extend its annual VAT holiday beyond school supplies to gasoline, arguing that a projected $200m-plus fiscal surplus gives it room to provide temporary relief from rising fuel costs.
Bahamians are urged: Don’t leave ‘last counter standing’
A Government senator yesterday argued that Bahamian banks must stop viewing entrepreneurs as lending risks and instead see them as future customers, noting that access to financing - not a lack of capital - is holding back the country's small businesses.
ORG teams with Novio Groupon non-profit digital database
The Organisation for Responsible Governance (ORG) and Novio Group are partnering to create a digital database that will improve the visibilty of, and access to, Bahamian non-profit and faith-based groups.
Marine conservation fund seeks support at regatta
The Bahamas Protected Areas Fund (BPAF) used its sponsorship of Regattas in The Abacos (RITA) 2026 to seek support for its marine conservation efforts.
Bahamas routs Jamaica 123-74 in final window
VALDEZ “VJ” Edgecombe delivered 26 points Friday night to lead The Bahamas to a convincing 123-74 victory over Jamaica, keeping the country’s hopes of reaching its first ever FIBA Basketball World Cup in 2027 alive.
More than 20 athletes to represent Bahamas
THE Bahamas is expected to be represented by more than 20 athletes at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, at the end of the month.
Men’s national basketball team shoots to win opener tonight against Jamaica
WITH the team assembled, head coach Mikhail McLean said there's only one goal for The Bahamas men's national basketball team and that is to "win" their opening game tonight against Jamaica.
Bahamas 3rd again
THE Bahamas Golf Federation's junior national team finished with its third consecutive third place and a top spot in the girls’ 15-and-under flight at the 2026 Caribbean Amateur Junior Golf Championships.
Businesses: Bank fees grow but we're getting less service
BAHAMIAN businesses yesterday challenged the up to 20 percent increase in commercial banking fees by arguing they are paying more for reduced services.
Senator tells BPL, Bahamas Grid: ‘Get your act together’
AN Opposition senator yesterday asserted that Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) and Bahamas Grid Company "need to get their act together" as businesses lose revenue from frequent power outages and consumers complain about increasing summer bills.
$200m Exuma resort project facing fresh legal challenge
THE chief opponent of the $200m Rosewood Exuma project has launched a second legal challenge over whether the project’s key environmental approval could be “revived” after it expired.
Vendors state: ‘Best days of Junkanoo Beach ahead of us’
VENDORS yesterday asserted that “the best days of Junkanoo Beach are ahead of us” as they voiced optimism that the Ministry of Tourism’s push for greater collaboration will produce “a triple win” for the downtown Nassau destination.
