Videos show clubgoers breaking rules
NATIONAL Security Minister Marvin Dames had stern words yesterday for people who persist in breaking Emergency Powers Orders after numerous people were cited for violating protocols at a club on Tuesday night.
$16.5m recovery boost for Gulf Union creditors
Depositors and creditors of a long-collapsed Bahamian bank may receive an unexpected late windfall through a potential near-$16.5m increase in asset recoveries.
Deportation threat over filing report
VISITORS to The Bahamas face deportation if they do not complete a short survey each day for at least 14 days if they are in the country, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis said yesterday.
Land row director is rehired by govt
TEX Turnquest, a former director of the Department of Lands and Surveys who was forced to resign in 2009 amid controversy over Crown Land grants, has been rehired by the government.
Forbes assured he’ll keep South Andros
PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party Leader Philip “Brave” Davis said only something egregious would prevent incumbent PLP parliamentarians from being ratified as candidates in the next general election.
Ban oil drilling in Bahamas
Government enacted lockdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic have forced Bahamians to stay home, crushed the economy, and destroyed Bahamian businesses. Meanwhile, Bahamas Petroleum Company (BPC) – which is not Bahamian – has been allowed to forge ahead with its plans to drill for oil in The Bahamas.
Black Friday temptation to travel?
BLACK Friday is one of the biggest shopping days in the United States, along with Cyber Monday and Super Saturday.
Teen accused of causing harm
A TEENAGER, accused of harming two people last week, was yesterday denied bail ahead of his trial.
Man must pay for door damage
AN Andros man, who trespassed on another man’s premises and damaged his door, was yesterday ordered to pay compensation for the damage he had caused.
Prison officer behind bars
A CORRECTIONAL officer, found with almost $2,000 worth of marijuana, was yesterday sentenced to seven months in prison.
Two bailed over fraud allegations
TWO men, who denied last week defrauding a local cell phone store, were yesterday granted bail ahead of their trial.
PM intends to extend state of emergency till December 28th
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis gave notice in the House of Assembly yesterday evening of his intention to extend the country’s state of emergency until December 28.
Kendalia’s encounter with racism in USA
As an athlete coming from the Bahamas, Kendalia Turner didn’t know the true effect of racism until she encountered it when she went to Georgian Court University in Lakewood, New Jersey, on a softball scholarship.
EDITORIAL: Don’t reach too eagerly for more and lose it all
IT always seemed likely that the plans for oil exploration might end up in court.
ALICIA WALLACE: While others play by the rules others show total disregard – we won’t forget them
I know two couples who rescheduled their weddings multiple times this year. Neither of them had planned huge ceremonies or receptions, but they had plans.
Remembering loved ones in bid to stop domestic violence
FAMILY members of women killed came together to remember their loved ones as the Zonta Club launched its 16 days of activism.
Two arrested after marijuana find
TWO men were arrested for possession of dangerous drugs in Freeport on Monday.
Work may start on medical school by end of the year
GROUND-breaking and construction on a new medical school in Grand Bahama expected to create some 200 jobs could start before the end of the year, according to State Minister for Grand Bahama Senator Kwasi Thompson.
No parades - but Junkanoo to live on with virtual events
ALTHOUGH Junkanoo parades will not be held this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, officials say avid fans can still enjoy this integral part of Bahamian culture through several virtual events.
