The 76ers select ‘VJ’ Edgecombe Jr
From Bimini, The Bahamas to Waco, Texas, Valdez ‘VJ’ Edgecombe Jr has now moved on to the National Basketball Association (NBA) after he was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers.
Zaire Poitier wins girls’ 10-11 age group at the State Farm Youth Classic
THE Poitier sisters completed their tour of the United States on Tuesday with Zaire winning the girls’ 10-11 age group at the State Farm Youth Classic in Bloomington, Illinois.
Minister 'on top of' NHI late provider payments
A Cabinet minister is hoping doctors and other National Health Insurance (NHI) providers receive outstanding payments "before the end of the week" as the scheme plans to discuss "additional efficiencies".
Opposition's URCA 'concern' as BPL's bills in huge spike
The Opposition is set to "voice our concerns" to energy regulators after the Government suddenly unveiled a fuel charge rebate to dampen outcry over BPL bills that in some cases doubled month-on-month.
Mother who lost child in fire given assistance at Baha Mar charity event
A MOTHER who lost one of her children and saw her other children severely burned in a house fire on June 16 received a $15,000 donation from the Baha Mar Resort Foundation as part of its annual charitable disbursements.
Fuel charge cut for summer
BAHAMAS Power and Light (BPL) customers will see reduced fuel charge rates starting in July, under a new summer initiative announced yesterday by the Davis administration to ease the burden on consumers amid record-high temperatures, rising electricity demand, and global fuel price volatility.
Doctors in NHI programme impacted by payment delays
THE National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has yet to issue a definitive payment schedule for outstanding balances owed to healthcare providers for May, and potentially June, raising alarms among clinics that rely on timely reimbursements to operate.
Rolle rebukes ‘predatory lending institutions’
CONSUMER Protection Commission (CPC) chairman Senator Randy Rolle issued a strong rebuke in the Senate yesterday against what he called “predatory lending institutions” offering unsecured consumer loans at “absurd and ridiculous rates”.
Judge denies BNU request to remove president
A SUPREME Court judge has temporarily denied a request by Bahamas Nurses Union (BNU) executives to remove president Muriel Lightbourn from office, while also reinstating suspended members pending the outcome of the case.
Free HIV testing held in Eight Mile Rock
Free HIV testing was held in the Eight Mile Rock (EMR) community on Saturday as part of an education campaign encouraging residents to know their status and reduce the stigma.
ALICIA WALLACE: Keys to optimise business ventures
Operating a small business in The Bahamas is difficult.
Man accused of sex assault of woman in at beach in Abaco
A US national was allegedly sexually assaulted on Monday in Guana Cay, Abaco, by a man she met a local eatery.
Consumer watchdog in counterfeit alcohol alert
The Consumer Protection Commission is on high alert for liquor stores selling counterfeit drinks that threaten to make Bahamians ill, its chairman said yesterday.
Young Bahamians seek opportunities at NTA’s first job fair
AFTER struggling in low-wage jobs due to a lack of formal qualifications, 23-year-old Ernestine LaCroix believes her prospects are finally improving thanks to the National Training Agency’s (NTA) job readiness programme.
Consumer Protection: Over $200k in claims and almost $120k refunded this year
THE Consumer Protection Commission (CPC) has received complaints so far this year, with the most common issues including overcharging, undelivered goods, expired items, and hidden fees.
Baha Mar has ‘good occupancies’ despite falling short of projections, says Sands
BAHA Mar senior vice president Robert Sands says the resort is maintaining strong occupancy levels despite falling short of its performance targets from last year, crediting solid business activity for enabling ongoing charitable contributions.
FNM set to announce first slate of candidates today
THE Free National Movement (FNM) will unveil its first slate of candidates for the next general election today.
Man accused of unlawful intercourse with teen girl
A MAN was remanded into custody yesterday after being accused of molesting an underaged girl seven times over a two-year period.
Woman charged with fatal shooting of Jarred Evans
A WOMAN was remanded into custody yesterday after being accused of a fatal shooting outside a Cordeaux Avenue bar that claimed the life of Jarred Evans earlier this month.
