Davis: Uptick in legal migrants due to labour shortage in construction
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis has acknowledged an uptick in legal migration to address a growing labour shortage in the Bahamian construction sector, citing a lack of skilled local workers to meet rising demand.
AG: Govt targets first quarter 2026 for land adjudications
ATTORNEY General Ryan Pinder said yesterday the government is targeting the first quarter of 2026 to begin land adjudications, marking a step toward overhauling the country’s outdated land ownership system.
FACING REALITY: Where has the warm Bahamian spirit gone?
WE had a distinct reputation of being a friendly nation, and most of our tourists returned several times.
School’s out, but learning doesn’t have to stop
The bags may be packed away and textbooks all stacked, but that should not suggest that learning takes a step back.
COP: We need additional 2,000 officers to address manpower shortfall
POLICE Commissioner Shanta Knowles acknowledged yesterday that the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) is facing a significant manpower shortage, estimating that an additional 2,000 officers are needed to effectively police the nation.
Young Androsian hosts Baseball Camp
After years of academic and athletic excellence both locally and abroad, Justin Smith returned to his home this summer to give back to the community that shaped him.
AG: Switch to new land system to start in 2026
The Attorney General yesterday voiced optimism that adjudications as part of the Davis administration’s land reforms will begin in the 2026 first quarter.
Taxi cab union to ‘turn up heat’ over its grievances
The Bahamas Taxi Cab Union (BTCU) yesterday said it expects “to turn up the heat in short order” to advocate for itself and as it prepares for industrial action with other Trades Union Congress (TUC) affiliates.
Central Bank eyes ‘fast payments’ in two years
The Central Bank wants all regulated financial institutions to start offering “fast payments” within the next two years, its Governor confirmed yesterday, as it targets greater uptake of digital wallets.
BTC moves to set new customer-focused ‘vibe’
The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) says last week’s launch of its ‘Feel the Vibes’ initiative signals the carrier’s renewed focus on the consumer through an improved network and services.
Dad testifies son showed no signs of suicidal thoughts
The father of Evan Fox told a coroner’s court yesterday that his son showed no signs of depression or suicidal thoughts in the days leading up to his death, calling the incident “completely out of character” as the inquest into the 33-year-old’s suspected suicide got underway.
American sexually assaulted by another guest at a hotel
POLICE are investigating an alleged sexual assault involving an American tourist at a hotel in western New Providence.
Man accused of having sex with eight-year-old step-granddaughter
A MAN was remanded to prison yesterday after he was accused of having sex with his eight year old step-granddaughter three times this year.
Teen accused of murdering Terrie Nairn
A 16-year-old boy was remanded to prison yesterday after being accused of murdering 54-year-old Terrie Nairn earlier this month on Whitfield Road.
Man charged with two counts of rape
A MAN was remanded to prison yesterday after being accused of raping a woman he had offered a ride to earlier this month on East Bay Street.
Man accused in murder of Garvin Scavella
A 21-year-old man was remanded to prison yesterday after being accused of murdering 20-year-old Garvin Scavella in Fox Hill earlier this month.
ILCA 4 Youth World Championships highlights
AFTER six exhilarating days of intense racing, the 2025 ILCA 4 Youth World Championships has officially drawn to a close.
Jonquel scores 14 points, grabs eight rebounds in 101-99 loss to Sparks
PROMINENT Bahamian WNBA player Jonquel Jones returned to the New York Liberty lineup on July 22
37th annual Jeff Rodgers Basketball camp opens at the Kendal Isaacs Gym
YESTERDAY marked the exciting opening of the 37th annual Jeff Rodgers Basketball Camp, hosted once again at the Kendal G.L. Isaacs Gymnasium.
‘Superman’ Sands new addition to the Wildcats
After a brief break, Bahamian triple jump superstar Leevan “Superman” Sands will return to the collegiate coaching ranks, teaming up with fellow Bahamian head coach Rolando “Lonnie” Greene as the University of Kentucky Wildcats’ new track and field assistant coach.
