Bahamas Urban Youth Development Centre says calls for govt support ‘unanswered’
AS reports emerge of mothers prostituting their daughters to make ends meet, the Bahamas Urban Youth Development Centre (BUYDC), an organisation dedicated to fighting child exploitation for over a decade, is demanding to know why its calls for government support have gone unanswered.
Cooper says FNM is ‘eager for a beatdown’ dismissing suggestions of early election
DEPUTY Prime Minister Chester Cooper, seemingly dismissing speculation of an early election, said the Free National Movement (FNM) appears “eager for a beat down”.
DANIEL FERGUSON: Recalling my mentor in public procurement
Most of you know that my written articles are geared towards sharing knowledge and insights with both my public procurement colleagues and the Bahamian public at large.
2025 Bishop Neil C Ellis Award of Excellence Celebrates Bimini’s Youth
A YOUTH award ceremony was held last week in Bimini.
Gas retailers hope no 'tremendous' price impact from Middle East war
Bahamian gasoline retailers are hoping to escape any "tremendous” price hike from the impact Israel's conflict with Iran will have on global oil costs.
Water Corp says Long Island woe not as bad as suggested
The Water and Sewerage Corporation has fired back at assertions by Long Island's MP that his constituents lost water supply because of troubles at the island's reverse osmosis plant.
Police Commissioner among Bahamians named in King's Birthday honours
POLICE Commissioner Shanta Knowles has been awarded the King's Police Medal for her services to law enforcement.
Police reserve officer killed along with attacker in gunfight
A POLICE reserve officer was shot dead along with one of his attackers as he tried to make a bank deposit at the RBC branch in Palmdale on Sunday.
Vandal damages and tries to burn Abaco shelter
A HURRICANE shelter under construction in Abaco has been damaged by a vandal who tried to set a fire in the building.
Gov’t allocates $2.5M to National Sports Endowment
THE government has allocated $2.5 million under the National Endowment for Sports in the 2025/2026 budget, aimed at supporting federations, local sporting events, coaching certification, and long-term athlete development.
Minnis demands answers on $120M Grand Lucayan sale
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis has criticised the government’s handling of the $120 million Grand Lucayan Resort sale, calling on Prime Minister Philip Davis to provide clarity on critical outstanding issues.
Helping hand for dialysis patients
DIALYSIS patients are being helped thanks to a donation to Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH).
Anthaya Charlton clocks lifetime best to win 100
Versatile Bahamian athlete Anthaya Charlton continued her impressive season with another spectacular feat at the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s Division One National Outdoor Track and Field Championships yesterday.
Owner in shock as uninsured club burns
RAYNOLD Culmer watched in shock yesterday as fire consumed 78 West Lounge, the uninsured Gladstone Road club he co-owns.
The uncertainty of what lies ahead
“It’s really hard to focus on innovation and creativity when you’re consumed with this day-to-day of how we’re just going to balance the books and deal with the changing rates.”
Dames: Funds not enough to ensure accountability
FORMER National Security Minister Marvin Dames has slammed the Davis administration for allocating what he described as meagre funding to the newly established Independent Commission of Investigations and the Office of the Ombudsman, two agencies touted as tools for enhancing transparency and accountability in government.
Govt looks to fill gaps left by Silver Airways’ collapse
THE government is moving quickly to restore Florida-Bahamas air routes following the collapse of Silver Airways, with Bahamasair stepping in to fill the gap beginning June 23.
Cooper: Tourism faces slowdown
THE country’s tourism sector is bracing for headwinds as US policy changes, including travel advisories, tighter immigration laws, and economic uncertainty, begin to impact travel to the Caribbean.
DIANE PHILLIPS: Being a good provider is not the same as being a good dad
On Sunday, millions around the world and thousands in The Bahamas will celebrate Father’s Day.
