‘Confident’ over meeting teacher shortage
EDUCATION director Marcellus Taylor said officials are confident that they will be able to tackle the shortage of teachers in Abaco amid concerns over the issue.
Haitian staffer at embassy released by kidnappers
A HAITIAN staffer employed at the Bahamas Embassy in Haiti has been released by kidnappers, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced over the weekend.
Escaped man is back in custody
A 25-YEAR-OLD man, who escaped from custody after he was sentenced to prison on Friday, was captured by authorities yesterday.
Police seeking six suspects in armed robberies
POLICE are looking for six men they suspect to be behind four separate armed robberies that occurred on Saturday.
Tropical Storm Ian strengthens as it heads to Cuba, Florida
AUTHORITIES and residents in Florida were keeping a cautious eye on Tropical Storm Ian as it rumbled ominously through the Caribbean last nigth, likely to become a major hurricane on its path toward the state.
Food Network warns of a hunger crisis
THE Bahamas Feeding Network has expressed concern about the recent rise in hunger, calling it a “crisis” to which all Bahamians must pay attention.
Teenage robbery suspect shot dead by police
A TEENAGER allegedly involved in an armed robbery was fatally shot on Saturday after pulling a gun on officers, according to police.
Warning over dangers affecting the Bahamas
IN his address at the 77th United Nations General Assembly on Saturday, Prime Minister Phillip “Brave” Davis highlighted such ongoing challenges facing The Bahamas as the impact of climate change, irregular migration and the long-standing problem of gun trafficking to the country.
PM TOLD EU THREE TIMES: WE’LL RESOLVE CONCERNS – Accusations Gov’t ‘dropped ball’ on new blacklisting
The Prime Minister signed three letters promising the European Union (EU) that The Bahamas would address - within the required deadline - the very concerns that have resulted in the country’s imminent ‘blacklisting’.
Wildcats sweep Truckers, advance
MAINSTAY pitcher Thela Stevens said the best is yet to come from her Sunshine Auto Wildcats.
Young stars emerge at inaugural Frederick Sturrup Boxing Show
THE inaugural Frederick Sturrup Boxing Show on Saturday night saw a brief relief of Meacher ‘Major Pain’ Major, a full recovery of Tyrone Oliver and the emergence of some bright young stars, led by Maleko Davis.
Miami Heat training camp at Baha Mar opens Tuesday
NBA training camps are set to tip off all across cities in the United States and the closest franchise to The Bahamas is set to host its camp in New Providence for the third time.
DEREK SMITH: How information and cyber security team
Over the past five years, the increase in data breaches, ransomware, legislation and third-party requirements have compelled companies to recognise the importance of comprehensive information security (infosec) and cyber security strategies.
Marlins sweep Titans, make it to finals
ACE pitcher Thomas Davis liked what he saw from his Sigma Blue Marlins as they swept aside the Atlantis Titans in two straight games to advance to the New Providence Softball Association men’s championship series.
Adelaide Pines Ltd application
Please find below for publication our citizen’s response email sent to Mr Charles Zonicle, Director of Physical Planning, following last evening’s Town Planning Meeting with regard to the proposed Application by Adelaide Pines Limited. - Pam Burnside
Scrap Village Rd roundabout
Please publish the following open letter to the Ministry of Works.
Jones and BIH look to get in the win column
Jonquel Jones and her Bosnia and Herzegovina (BIH) side remain winless thus far at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup.
Jitney drivers 'disappointed' over gas price relief wait
Jitney drivers yesterday said they were "disappointed" that the relief package promised by the Government in July to help combat high gas prices has yet to materialise.
Dollar on the rise
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What a stock market week. The euro reached a new 20-year low on Friday, while the yield on the ten-year Bund tested the 2 percent mark for the first time in nine years. The euro’s exchange rate fell to $0.97, while the yield on ten-year Bunds caught on around 1.95 percent after rising to 2.01 percent at the start of trading.
SKYGuard | Bahamas Dept of Meteorology Real-Time track of Tropical Storm Ian
SKYGuard | Bahamas Dept of Meteorology Real-Time satellite long range projected track of Tropical Storm Ian
