Briland operator: Meddling hits $700k tax debt pay-off
A Briland tourism operator is alleging that interference by its estranged former US business partner has left it struggling to generate sufficient revenues to survive and pay-off more than $700,000 in unpaid tax arrears owed to the Department of Inland Revenue.
Top hotels targeting up to 10% revenue rise through Easter
Major resorts are forecasting a 5-10 percent year-over-year revenue increase for Easter and the remainder of the peak winter tourism season, it was revealed yesterday, amid optimism The Bahamas will “find a way through” the fall-out from the Middle East conflict.
‘Cut losses’ over Rubis fuel leak damages case
A Bahamian homeowner’s $159,450 damages award over the 2012 fuel leak from Rubis Bahamas’ Robinson Road gas station has been overturned by the highest court in this country’s judicial system which has urged both sides to “cut their losses”.
Food stores face ‘nightmare’ on VAT exempt compliance
Food merchants fear the “workload” created by new tax rules will make it “impossible to comply” with timely and accurate VAT filings, Super Value’s owner is warning, while asserting all would be “hunky dory” if the elimination of tax on uncooked foods is made “simpler”.
Tattoo artist among two dead in separate traffic incidents
TWO men died in separate traffic incidents in Grand Bahama and San Salvador over the weekend, pushing the country’s road fatality count to 15 for 2026.
Bomb threat forces brief evacuation at LPIA
A BOMB threat forced a temporary evacuation at Lynden Pindling International Airport yesterday morning, disrupting travel and triggering a security sweep before authorities declared the facility safe.
Community rallies around family of seven after fire
A CENTERVILLE family of seven whose generational home was gutted by fire early Friday thanked members of the community who have rallied around them with clothing, food, financial support and other assistance.
Bostwick ‘saddened’ by Minnis, says FNM faces ‘uphill fight'
DAME Janet Bostwick, a pioneering figure in Bahamian politics, admits her own party, the Free National Movement, faces an “uphill fight” in the next general election, while expressing sadness over former prime minister Dr Hubert Minnis’ decision to run as an independent candidate in Killarney.
No action against dog killer officer
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe said investigators found no breach of policy in a correctional officer’s fatal shooting of a family dog, meaning the officer will not face disciplinary action despite widespread public outrage – a decision Bahamas Humane Society president Kim Aranha last branded ‘predictable.’
BEYOND THE BORDER: The case for US travel waiver reform
In the world of international travel, a mistake made twenty years ago should not carry a life sentence.
Private sector must show anti-financial crime regime works
Bahamian financial institutions must demonstrate that compliance systems are not only in place but actively working to ensure this jurisdiction received a strong grade from the upcoming Financial Action Task Force (FATF) assessment of its anti-fnancial crime defences.
Bahamas regulatory move is blockchain global first
The Bahamas’s bid to regulate decentralised autonomous organisations (DAOs) through new legislation could be a global regulatory first, the Attorney General has asserted.
PM ‘trying to get head wrapped around’ NHI payment hold-ups
The Prime Minister has voiced frustration over delayed payments to doctors and others providing medical services to the National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme, and asserted he is “still trying to get my head wrapped around” what is causing the problem.
Police investigate suspicious death of 14-month-old boy
POLICE are investigating the suspicious death of a 14-month-old boy who was taken to Princess Margaret Hospital unresponsive on Friday night.
INSIGHT: Same old story for public disclosures
A familiar story played out last week over the deadline for public disclosures – yet again, a number of Parliamentarians did not file by the deadline, with several requesting extensions.
‘I could forgive’: Father mourns son killed in targeted attack
LOCAL Businessman Brent “Bj” McPhee Jr had turned his life around after a troubled past and was looking forward to building his future before being shot dead in a suspected targeted attack, leaving his family in shock and grief.
Royal Bahamas Defence Force marine acquitted of sex charges after teen recants
A ROYAL Bahamas Defence Force marine accused of unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor was acquitted on Friday after the complainant recanted her allegations during a Supreme Court trial.
Over 20 flights impacted by bomb threat to LPIA
A bomb threat at Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) delayed 11 domestic departures and nine US-bound and international flights yesterday morning, while two aircraft were diverted before operations resumed shortly after 9am.
Bahamas ‘trying to close gaps’ over OECD review
The Bahamas is “trying to close gaps” in its legislation to ensure a favourable review by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) over its compliance with global automatic tax information exchange standards, the Attormey General has revealed.
Minister affirms Gov’ts consumer safety pledge
A Cabinet minister reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to protecting the safety and rights of Bahamian consumers during a ceremony marking World Consumer Rights Day.
