Trans-activist backs BUT president’s comment
A TRANSGENDER activist is defending Bahamas Union of Teachers President Belinda Wilson for saying schools should educate students about transgenderism.
Straw vendors struggle with full-time schedule
TWO weeks after vendors returned to full-time work at the Nassau Straw Market, some say they are struggling to make as much money as they did on the previous rotational system.
THREE HELD AFTER COP SHOT IN FACE: CSP Skippings says ‘we are actually waging war to take back this Bahamas’
THREE people are in custody after an island-wide search following the shooting of a police officer in his face yesterday morning.
Government, not fuel retailers or wholesalers need to take the cut
BAHAMIANS are anxiously awaiting the Progressive Liberal Party government’s proposal for the Bahamas Petroleum Retailers Association in the wake of that group of gas station operators badgering for a long overdue margin change. The average price of gas is about $5.65 per gallon.
Remittance tax would retain migrant benefits
Most of us will never be so vulnerable or desperate as to leave our birth country due to violence, crime and extreme poverty.
FTX chief hit with fresh $40m bribe accusation
FTX’s founder was yesterday hit with fresh accusations that he sought to pay a $40m bribe to Chinese officials to obtain the release of more than $1bn in crypto assets frozen by that nation’s authorities.
Construction materials ‘not nearly as volatile’
BUILDING materials suppliers yesterday confirmed that prices have “stabilised” significantly over the past several weeks but are far from returning to pre-COVID levels.
Urgent need for affordable housing in The Bahamas
We are writing to express our concerns about the lack of affordable and social housing in the Bahamas.
What is government doing to arrest conch population fallout?
Please publish this open letter to the Honourable Clay Sweeting, Minister for Agriculture and Marine Resources.
Killer of pregnant teacher loses appeal over sentence
A MAN convicted of the 2016 murder of pregnant schoolteacher Marisha Bowen had an appeal against his 55-year prison sentence rejected yesterday.
Teen’s charges upgraded after second shooting victim dies
AFTER the victim of a shooting in Key West Street last month succumbed later to his injuries, an 18-year-old accused in the case has had his charges upgraded to murder.
Man granted $10,000 bail on loaded gun possession charge
A MAN accused of possession of a loaded gun has been granted $10,000 bail.
Bail granted for two men on drug possession charges
TWO MEN were granted bail in court yesterday after they were accused of having over 400 pills of illicit drugs.
Kevin Major Jr wins second straight title
FOR the second straight tournament this year, birthday boy Kevin Major Jr got to celebrate in a big way over the weekend as he got to hoist another championship trophy.
NPBA finals: Giants take 1-0 lead over Rockets
THE Commonwealth Bank Giants defeated the defending champions Discount Distributors Liquors Rockets, snatching the first win of the New Providence Basketball Association (NPBA) championship round.
Rising tennis star Michael Major Jr making his presence felt in Trinidad
WITH high expectations for his enrolment at Howard University in August, junior sensation Michael Major Jr is taking advantage of playing some high-level international tennis to get him ready for the collegiate scene.
‘It was a really scrappy game as both teams were trying to avoid being in last place’
IT wasn’t what former player turned coach Nesly Jean expected, but he was pleased that the men’s national soccer team drew 1-1 against St Vincent and the Grenadines in their CONCACAF Nations League match on Monday.
‘A lot of good vibes’ at Island Tennis Cup
COORDINATOR Philip ‘PJ’ Major said they were pleased with the turnout for their Island Tennis Cup.
Young artists shine at car show
THE ANTIQUE Auto Club of the Bahamas’ held its 20th annual art competition which drew in dozens of youngsters eager to show off their creativity and artistic skills. The judges considered 51 submissions from students ranging from five to fifteen years old, with Imani Carter of Queens College taking her division and overall top prizes.
Academy celebrates cadets
THE LJM Maritime Academy held its annual Founder’s Day events last week, which included a pinning ceremony and the Battle of the Cadets activity day.
