Bahamian singles in need of safe space to talk, reflect and grow
Dating in such a small country as the Bahamas, with its limited number of potential partners, many social ills, and coming out of a pandemic on top of that, can be a real challenge.
The 25-year-old Kylie with her new Hermés Birkin bag
The Kardashian family is once again under fire after mom Kris gifted her youngest daughter Kylie a $100,000 Hermés Birkin handbag for her 25th birthday. (She apparently owns at least 10 other Birkin bags from the French fashion house.) The reality TV stars have often been criticised for their love of the luxury and their lavish lifestyle.
Mixed reactions as Miss Universe announces inclusion of married women and mothers
The Miss Universe Organisation recently made a major adjustment to its pageant structure, announcing that for the first time in their history, they will allow married women and mothers to compete in the international beauty pageant.
Painter turned nail artist finds new outlet for her creativity
At just 19 years old, Shema Darville is growing and glowing as she is steadily checking off goals on her list of things-to -accomplish.
PETER YOUNG: Steady as a rock on Ukraine
AS the war in Ukraine grinds on remorselessly and remains a threat to global peace, the hope expressed by Putin some while ago that NATO and the West might lose interest and turn their attention to the next world crisis has not been realised. Nearly six months after the Russian invasion, their commitment to assist the Ukrainians in repelling Russian aggression is as strong as ever. To illustrate this, a significant event took place last week in the Danish capital, Copenhagen, which seems to have attracted relatively little international media coverage.
FACE TO FACE: The best decision of Paul Thompson’s life
IT was a spur of the moment decision that changed the trajectory of his entire life. He was 23 years old when he saw an ad in the Trinidad Guardian recruiting young men for the Police Force in The Bahamas. He read it and immediately knew it’s what he wanted to do. Now, at age 95, retired Assistant Commissioner of Police Paul Rupert Thompson still says it was the best decision he made in his entire life.
Bahamas to host water conference in October
THE Bahamas will host the 31st annual Caribbean Water and Waste-water Association Conference in October, it was announced yesterday.
GBPA to talk in Gold Rock dispute
THE Grand Bahama Port Authority says it is ready to facilitate a new negotiation process between Gold Rock and Grand Bahama Development Company (DevCO).
Mixed feelings for Ragged Island residents
NEARLY five years after Hurricane Irma ravaged Ragged Island, residents have mixed emotions about the infrastructure development so far on the island.
VAT holiday push-back brings frustration
THE government’s decision to push back the VAT Holiday for back-to-school shopping was criticised by the Free National Movement and has caused frustration among some parents.
FNM walkabout in St Barnabas
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard, alongside the party’s St Barnabas Association We Care Team and the FNM’s crime prevention and anti-violence team conducted a walkabout in the constituency to raise awareness of crime and its effects on the communities in our nation.
Memorial for Haitian migrants ‘by end of month’
Consultant Louby Georges says officials are hopeful that by the end of the month a memorial will be held for the Haitian migrants who died in a human smuggling incident last month when the boat they were on capsized.
Port Authority ‘open for talks’ with Del Zottos
The Grand Bahamas Port Authority (GBPA) is “open” for discussions with the Del Zotto family on the closure of their various interests in Grand Bahama.
Entrepreneur to launch haircare line in 2023
A female Bahamian entrepreneur in St Louis is launching in The Bahamas and looking for seven-figure growth in 2023.
Bahamians ‘may not be able to take advantage of lending’
The Clearing Bank Association’s (CBA) chairman is not sure Bahamians will be able to take advantage of the new relaxed lending policies handed down by the Central Bank.
Diesel price cut thanks to wholesaler not govt
The Bahamas Petroleum Dealers Association’s (BPDA) said that the price of diesel coming down is more to do about the wholesaler working behind the scenes than it is the government lowering taxes on gas and diesel.
Ann Marie Davis becomes Salvation Army patron
ANN Marie Davis is committed to supporting the Salvation Army in all its efforts, but particularly the organisation’s long-standing desire to establish a larger women’s shelter.
Govt ‘violence interrupter’ scheme not started yet
PASTOR Carlos Reid, a consultant to the Ministry of National Security, has said the government’s “violence interrupters” initiative has not yet started, despite continued murders in the country.
Pinewood drainage system work ‘soon’
PINEWOOD MP Myles Laroda says he has been informed that construction works on a new drainage system for his constituency will begin shortly after the completion of a 600ft well for the area.
