JOHNSON QUALIFIES FOR CHESS FINAL
The Bahamas made its first appearance as the newest member of the International School Sports Federation at the World Schools Championships’ Online Chess Tournament and Daijah Johnson continues to make history.
The little changes that can make a big difference
IT’S the little things that can make a difference.
I suffered abuse, held my daughter as she died - let’s end this vicious cycle
Levita Thurston knows more than most the pain of domestic abuse.
Farewell, Amanda - as she steps down from NAGB role
FOR ten years, Amanda Coulson has led the National Art Gallery of The Bahamas - meaning the announcement of her departure as executive director marks the end of an era.
Begin with the end in mind
Today’s date is 10/10/2020 – there must be some significance in those numbers. I had several topics already prepared to write several Letters to the Editor this weekend, but was drawn to a facebook post instead to start the ball rolling.
All hail our heroes
On National Heroes Day, 2020, as well as congratulating those receiving national awards, I salute the thousands of Bahamian COVID-19 front line workers, who continue to give selflessly, including those who have lost their lives because of COVID-19. Their sacrifices can give us pause to rediscover what it means to advance the common good.
Help our girls
I fully understand that every child has the right to education, yet there are many barriers to learning, particularly for girls who are the most vulnerable. Worldwide, 262 million children and youth, of whom 130 million are girls, are denied education. This is due to gender discrimination, disability, conflict, natural disaster and a lack of government spending.
COVID-19 figures pass 5,000 over the weekend
OFFICIAL COVID-19 figures surged to 5,163 over the holiday weekend, with New Providence leading the way with some 3,937 cases.
BPL Skyguard Severe Weather Alert 13th October: Freeport
STARTS: 10/13/2020 12:00 AM EDT EXPIRES: 10/13/2020 2:00 AM EDT
Abaco mother dies a month after car crash
AN Abaco mother who was injured in a car accident on that island last month has died, according to relatives.
A COMIC'S VIEW: Lockdown baby - but with nothing in our cupboards
BY Wednesday past, having listened to the Prime Minister’s speech in the House of Assembly, Bahamians in New Providence and Abaco were singing that Solo tune made famous by talk show host Rodney Moncur: “Lockdown baby, lockdown baby.”
55 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, one additional death
The Ministry of Health reported on Sunday that there were 55 new cases of COVID-19 and one additional death.
Eight injured in Exuma boating accident
Eight people were injured in a boating accident off Exuma on Saturday night.
68 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday
The Ministry of Health reported on Saturday that there were 68 new cases of COVID-19 and 91 additional recovered cases.
91 new COVID-19 cases, death toll rises to 106 on Friday
The Ministry of Health reported that there were 91 new cases of COVID-19 and three confirmed deaths on Friday.
Mixed reviews for new lockdown measures
BAHAMIANS preparing for the weekend lockdown in New Providence had mixed reviews about the tough measures on Friday.
Man pleads not guilty to extortion
A 51-year-old man was charged with extortion by a public officer on Friday.
PAHO, International Organisation for Migration sign memorandum of understanding
THE Pan American Health Organisation and the International Organisation for Migration signed a memorandum of understanding on Friday to strengthen cooperation on health and migration in the Americas.
Rotary donates oxygen concentrators to Rand Memorial Hospital
THE Rotary Club of Freeport presented nine oxygen concentrators to the Rand Memorial Hospital
Pintard plans discussions on industrial hemp
AGRICULTURE and Marine Resources Minister Michael Pintard said on Thursday he plans to discuss the economic potential of industrial hemp with Cabinet ministers while the issue of legal marijuana is still being deliberated.
