‘Many FNM MPs are one and done’
AS he declared his intention to run in the 2022 general election no matter how the government adjusts the constituency boundaries, Pineridge MP Frederick McAlpine predicted that many FNM MPs will be “one and done” representatives.
Smith blasts AG for claim of ignorance on detainees
LAWYER Fred Smith, QC, said it is “astounding” that the government’s top attorney has claimed “ignorance” over the alleged illegal “appalling” detainment of several Cameroonians at the Carmichael Road Detention Centre.
Back to school in February - but safety first, says Lloyd
MINISTER of Education Jeff Lloyd expects face-to-face learning to resume in all public schools by February 2021, with institutions in New Providence and Abaco likely to start with “blended learning” environments.
‘It’s time to stop Pinewood floods’: Rahming won’t support another budget that doesn’t deal with issue
PINEWOOD MP Reuben Rahming said he will not support another budget that “neglects” his constituency and does not include financing to address long standing flooding issues in the area.
We can do better
Feudalism declined in Europe from 12th century to 15th century. In the 1300s the bubonic plague swept across Asia and Europe.
Over 100 businesses at digital banking seminar
Scotiabank (Bahamas) has hosted a webinar attended by more than 100 small and medium-sized businesses to help them prepare for the transition to digital banking.
‘A sigh of relief’ as gyms open
It was like a sigh of relief for operators of the gyms and fitness centres when their doors opened Monday morning after Prime Minister Hubert Minnis lifted more restrictions on the economy heading into the Christmas season.
It’s right to hunt for oil
After careful and extensive research into the oil industry and the safety measures available to ensure that there would be minimal possibility of an oil spill during the drilling of a sole exploratory well by your firm in Bahamian waters, I and my assorted nonprofit organisations, Common Cause and The National Republican Arena (ARENA) have decided to publicly support your efforts.
Ayton: ‘Ya’ll need to fix ya’ll faces. We got ‘CP3’ in Arizona. Ya’ll trippin’
THE Phoenix Suns’ offseason roster overhaul was highlighted by the addition of veteran point guard Chris Paul, a move that has Bahamian centre Deandre Ayton bullish on the team’s potential.
Downtown 'disheartened' over cruise tourism wait
Downtown Nassau businesses are "disheartened" that cruise tourism may not return until the 2021 second quarter as the industry's passengers comprise up to 90 percent of their customer base.
COVID testing still Out Islands travel 'hurdle'
Family Island hotels and businesses yesterday said the requirement for a COVID-19 RT-PCR test remains a “hurdle” to inter-island travel from New Providence despite the 14-day quarantine's end.
15-year robbery jail sentence overturned
THE Court of Appeal recently quashed the 15-year armed robbery sentence of a man who was accused of breaking into a home and robbing its occupants in 2018.
Probation for phone theft
A 22-year-old man who bought a stolen phone chip was placed on probation for one year.
Haitian trio given fines
THREE Haitians who could not verify their status when approached by immigration officers last month were each fined $300 in court yesterday.
'Incredible' pent-up demand, say gyms
Gym owners yesterday described the first day following their third COVID-19 re-opening as “incredible”, voicing hopes that an industry-wide shutdown will not be repeated.
Retailers hope for Xmas 'bump' on Sunday open
Retailers yesterday hailed the "boost" provided by the Prime Minister permitting them to open for the two Sundays pre-Christmas as they bid to end a largely miserable 2020 with a sales "bump".
Insurer hits 'summit' on rating affirmation
A Bahamian property and casualty insurer has seen its "financial strength" and credit rating reaffirmed by the industry's leading global assessor.
EDITORIAL: A glimmer of hope for the end of the year
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas.
WORLD VIEW: Guyana and Suriname can underpin Caricom’s sovereignty and prosperity
THE presidents of Guyana and Suriname have announced two major joint venture projects whose implementation will deepen the beneficial relations between the two countries, and could have a positive effect for the 15-nation Caribbean Community (CARICOM) of which they are members.
