A COMIC'S VIEW: 'Twas the night before Christmas
’Twas the night before Christmas when all through the House, Every MP was stirring, from “superstar” to “louse.”
Mike Sands: ‘It’s just a way to show our appreciation’
In the spirit of giving back during the Yuletide season, Mike Sands took the time out to express his gratitude to the many persons who helped him to secure the presidency of the North American, Central American and Caribbean (NACAC).
EDITORIAL: Nygard not only one facing accusations
THE long arm of the law doesn’t seem so long in The Bahamas.
‘Tell her to lie about her age’
UNEARTHED footage shows Lyford Cay resident Peter Nygard walking shirtless on a Brazilian beach and ogling at young girls in bikinis, while remarking that a 15-year-old should lie about her age, a video obtained by a UK website reveals.
Tourism rebound to be 'slower than we want'
A senior tourism executive yesterday warned that The Bahamas' rebound will be "slower than we want it to be" despite Atlantis moving to expand its re-opening with The Cove's February 11 return.
QC pushes to 'settle' Gaming Board dispute
A QC representing 24 former Gaming Board staff yesterday said he "doesn't understand" why it has failed to settle the dispute over their termination as the potential taxpayer liabilities are rising daily.
Cyber security experts: BTC network vulnerable
Bahamas-based cyber security experts yesterday argued that the Bahamas Telecommunications Company's (BTC) outdated network equipment left it vulnerable to penetration by malign actors.
Bahamas is hailed for 'stroke of genius'
The Bahamas was yesterday hailed for "a stroke of genius" in developing Florida-based pre-clearance facilities for a private aviation market that has "almost doubled" in volume during recent months.
The need for speed
THE United States Embassy in Nassau donated six Mercury Verado boat engines to the Royal Bahamas Police Force and Bahamas Customs Marine Unit yesterday in a move meant to strengthen the country’s fight against drug trafficking and other related crimes following Hurricane Dorian and COVID-19’s impact.
‘No spying complaint made’
THE Royal Bahamas Police Force has not received any official complaints alleging China has spied on Americans via Caribbean phone networks, Police Commissioner Paul Rolle said yesterday.
Making a ballyhoo in Miami over Bahamas oil drilling
BAHAMAS oil drilling opponents are thanking Ballyhoo Media for its “fantastic” effort to warn South Floridians of the dangers of offshore drilling, set to commence in days just a stone’s throw away from their shores.
Robbers warned: Break the law and you’ll get caught
COMMISSIONER of Police Paul Rolle issued a stern warning yesterday for people who intend to commit robberies this holiday season, noting that if individuals persist in breaking the law, they will be caught.
Senior citizens get a Christmas gift
SENIOR citizens were treated to food and Christmas gift packages yesterday thanks to Mt Olive Baptist Church in Bain Town.
FNM condemn ‘hollow’ response from Davis
THE Free National Movement yesterday accused Progressive Liberal Party Leader Philip “Brave” Davis of issuing a “hollow” response concerning Lyford Cay resident Peter Nygard’s indictment.
'Talk is cheap' warning over $1.5bn debt fears
The Government was yesterday warned that "talk is cheap" when it comes to The Bahamas' mounting fiscal and economic woes, as governance reformers demanded: "Let's see some action."
Another step back to normal
BAHA Mar reopened yesterday with 1,800 employees, 240 guest arrivals and the promise that business will increase significantly through the holiday season and into next year.
Cooper slams govt on lack of economic plan
PLP DEPUTY Leader Chester Cooper yesterday accused the government of having no strategy for economic growth nor had put forward any plan for restoration in Abaco, Grand Bahama and Ragged Island.
‘Nygard left and won’t come back’: Commissioner says police spoke to billionaire but he refused to cooperate
POLICE Commissioner Paul Rolle said yesterday that officers visited Peter Nygard’s home in Lyford Cay last year as a part of an investigation into sexual assault allegations made against him but found that he had already left the country.
$1,00 fine over marijuana
A MAN found with a quantity of marijuana earlier this week was fined $1,000 yesterday.
