Insurer hits rating peak; two Dorian claims left
A Bahamian insurer yesterday revealed that just two Hurricane Dorian-related claims are left to be settled after its highest-level “financial strength” and credit ratings were reaffirmed by the industry’s top assessor.
‘Cannot stop the economy again’
Bahamian businessmen yesterday voiced relief that the prime minister did not unveil a COVID-19 lockdown or further restrictions in his Wednesday night address, asserting: “You cannot stop the economy again.”
High jumpers Thomas, Wilson eliminated on day 1
NATIONAL champion Donald Thomas and Jamal Wilson were both eliminated from the men’s high jump on day one of the track and field competition at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan.
Kai goes to Hornets
Kai Jones’ NBA journey will begin in Charlotte, North Carolina, and the 20-year-old prospect made history when he became the third active Bahaman-born player in the league.
Baby dies in pool tragedy
A ONE-year-old child is dead after drowning in a swimming pool on Wednesday night.
Follow the rules - we’re watching
COMMISSIONER of Police Paul Rolle has appealed to Bahamians to abide by health protocols during the Emancipation Day holiday weekend.
SHIP WITH INVASIVE BEETLE OFFLOADS HERE: Vessel infected with Asian insect sailed to Freeport after US ban
Environmental activist Joseph Darville is outraged over the docking and offloading of a cargo ship allegedly laden with a shipment of wood infested with an invasive beetle that destroys crops.
Elections
Over in the USA many are questioning the mental and physical condition of President Joe Biden as the 46th President of that nation, to hold elective office. It does not appear to matter that he defeated former President Donald Trump in the Electoral Collage and by popular vote. Here in The Bahamas we have seldom, if ever, publicly questioned the the mental or physical abilities of our leaders, especially those who become Prime Minister.
The Press Box column: Michael Strachan
THE Bahamas’ very own Michael Strachan, the talented rookie wide receiver with the Indianapolis Colts, is making waves and turning heads in Colts training camp.
Olympic glory - from whence it started
IT was on August 3, 1992 in Barcelona, Spain when Frank Rutherford clinched the first track and field medal for the Bahamas at the Olympic Games. His bronze medal in the men’s triple jump helped to propel so many athletes to attain that lofty goal of ascending on the podium of the greatest sporting event in the world.
Miller has ‘muscles’ set on Mr Olympia
SINCE earning her professional bodybuilding card in 2017, Lakeisha Miller has been battling through a series of injuries, but is now looking forward to her first international appearance later this year.
Encouraging the next generation of engineers
FORTY Bahamian students participated in a STEM based programme offered by Bahamas Engineering and Technology Advancement (BETA) Camp this summer in hopes of learning more about the engineering field.
Book to feature in Miami Afro-Bahamian celebration
“The Orange Blossom 2.0”, a book by Cesar Becerra, will have a special place in Miami’s 125th anniversary celebration as it highlights the Afro-Bahamian Community.
Man accused ex-girlfriend in series of degrading posts
A MAN uploaded degrading posts of his former girlfriend online because he believed she was responsible for the murders of his friends, a court heard yesterday.
Officer testifies in marijuana case
A police officer yesterday testified of finding a quantity of marijuana at a man’s residence last month.
$2,500 fine for man who bought stolen electronics
A man who admitted purchasing an assortment of electronics which were stolen from a woman’s home was yesterday fined $2,500.
Teen admits stabbing stepfather in argument
A TEENAGER who admitted stabbing his stepfather about the body during an argument was yesterday sentenced to 18 months in prison.
Safe shopping
I am happy to read in The Tribune that Mr Rupert Roberts is seriously planning to make his SuperValue foodstores as safe as possible as he and his customers ride out this pandemic killer.
Facts first
It seems the narcissistic talk show hosts and their oddball groupies have become experts on COVID vaccines.
Anthonique Strachan wins runoff to compete in 200m
IT came down to a runoff between Anthonique Strachan and Grand Bahamian collegian Brianne Bethel to settle the dispute as to who of the four qualifiers will occupy one of the three lanes for the Bahamas in the women’s 200 metres at the 2020 Olympic Games.
