Ex-chief supt faces NY court in shackles
A former chief superintendent with the Royal Bahamas Police Force appeared in court in New York on Friday wearing leg shackles and handcuffs as he faced charges in a drug trafficking plot that has sent shockwaves through the political establishment and law enforcement sectors in The Bahamas.
‘Flashy King’ wins
CARL “Flashy King” Hield, a man on a mission, exploded for a second round victory to successfully defend his pair of titles on Saturday night at the Coliseo Menor de Villa Olimpica en Santa Marta, Colombia.
Laroda: More families need to try to assist as leased shelter rooms hits limit
THE government’s leased shelter rooms are at full capacity as officials struggle to balance residents seeking extensions with new people requesting emergency accommodation, according to Social Services Minister Myles Laroda.
Family launches GoFundMe for funeral of hit-and-run victim
THE family of 29-year-old hit-and-run victim Devon Butler has launched a GoFundMe appeal to raise $7,000 for his funeral, saying they are still fighting for answers about his death.
‘Blue’ Johnson to run as independent candidate for Freetown
ANDREW “Blue” Johnson says he will run as an independent candidate in Freetown in the next general election, months after the Free National Movement declined to nominate him.
Arawak Cay vendors working from cars as they await approvals
SOME Arawak Cay vendors are working out of their vehicles as they await rebuilding approvals after a fire tore through six stalls last month, according to Arawak Cay Conch, Fish, Vegetable and Food Vendors Association president Rodney Russell.
Man sentenced to three months for assaulting mother of his child
A CHARLES Vincent Street man was sentenced on Friday to three months in prison for assaulting the mother of his child during a disagreement at his home in September.
Police continue hunt for escapee after two men flee custody on Saturday
TWO men escaped police custody in separate incidents on Saturday, with one still at large and the other later surrendering, police said.
Four charged with murder of teen near Sutton Street
FOUR men were denied bail on Friday after being brought before a magistrate on allegations that they murdered 18-year-old Tanaj Adderley near Sutton Street late last month.
Seven migrants from five different countries fined as twenty deported
SEVEN foreign nationals from five different countries were convicted of immigration offences in the Magistrate’s Court yesterday, with fines ranging up to $3,000.
Tribune’s Santa Claus brings joy and gifts to children of MICAL
The Tribune’s annual Santa Claus events began over the weekend as we partnered with local businesses for Christmas tree lighting parties and bringing toys to children in the MICAL islands of Inagua, Crooked Island, Mayaguana and Acklins.
Music Makers to lead both parades
JUNKANOO enthusiasts and scores of residents gathered at Montagu Beach on Saturday for the annual number picking ceremony, a high-energy tradition that officially shifts the Junkanoo season into top gear.
Rhema scores 40 for her 4th double-double of season
RHEMA Collins posted her biggest performance, scoring 40 points in her fourth double-double of the season to lead the Florida International University Lady Panthers in a 103-92 win over Georgia State Lady Panthers on Friday evening.
National debt rises $300m as new mortgages off 39%
The Bahamas’ national debt soared by almost $300m to hit $12.385bn at end-September 2025 in a signal that the Government likely incurred a significant deficit during the first quarter of its current fiscal year.
Bank profits jump $40m on fee/commission surge
Bahamian commercial banks enjoyed a near-$40m year-over-year increase in collective profits during the 2025 second quarter aided by commission and foreign exchange fees “more than doubling” against 2024 comparatives.
Insurer recommits to Bahamas with profits expected to triple
A Caribbean insurer has recommitted itself to the Bahamian market and is planning to expand its presence, with profits projected to near-triple this year, in a reversal of plans to exit this nation as recently as 2022.
Air Canada launches direct Bahamas flights
Air Canada on Friday launched new non-stop flights from Ottawa and Halifax to Nassau as part of that nation’s surge in travel demand and airlift to The Bahamas.
Girl Guides rally against rising gender-based violence
The Grand Bahama District of the Bahamas Girl Guides Association hosted its annual protest rally against gender-based violence on Friday, aiming to raise awareness and empower young girls to speak out.
