NIB fraud warning: Pay it all back
NATIONAL Insurance Minister Brensil Rolle yesterday issued a warning to all unqualified individuals who may have received unemployment assistance cheques from the agency, urging them to return the payments as NIB officials “are looking extensively” at all transactions made by employees. His warning comes amid an ongoing theft investigation at one of NIB’s branches.
Trump taxes
Re: Trump paid just $750- in income taxes in 2016, 2017 – The Tribune, September 28, 2020.
Ferguson team forecast to win BPSU election after ballot
BAHAMAS Public Service Union (BPSU) President Kimsley Ferguson and his team were unofficially forecasted to win the union’s election last night.
Woman stole from children’s home
A 43-year-old woman was fined $500 after she admitted stealing from a children’s home where she worked last month to help pay her rent.
Hitting man with Kalik bottle brings $1,500 fine
A MAN who admitted hitting another man on the head with a Kalik bottle during an argument last week was fined $1,500 in Magistrate’s Court yesterday.
36-year murder sentence upheld
THE Court of Appeal has reaffirmed the 36-year sentence of a man convicted of murder in 2013, after refusing his application for an extension of time within which to appeal his conviction.
Man who stabbed girlfriend told to take anger classes
A MAN who stabbed his girlfriend during a domestic dispute was ordered to attend anger management classes and pay for the medical attention she received for her injuries.
Church and Pride divided
Pride Bahamas organiser Alexus D’Marco told the two major dailies that her organisation’s LGBTQI+Pride 2020 will go on as planned, albeit virtually, due to the social distancing requirements brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Do the right thing - stop oil drilling
The Bahamas has been inundated with many who would seek to exploit us. Lord knows who may be involved with the “proposed oil drilling” from behind the scenes.
Andrew puts dent in obesity
LIKE many teens and kids who were under stay at home orders since March due to the pandemic, 14-year-old Andrew Woodside Jr found himself overindulging on fast food and rarely getting involved in any physical activity.
You have to start somewhere
I think that everyone would agree that 2020 was a challenging year thus far for most people here at home and around the world. With that being said, if you are reading this that means that you have time and you can still make the most of it to finish 2020 strong.
Prostate cancer and breast cancer: It's in the genes
This article is the fifth prostate cancer related article for the all important September Prostate Cancer Awareness month.
Veola brings hope with new single
OUT of her own personal testimony of seeing God show up time and time again was born Veola Stewart’s newest single - which she believes will bring hope to those who hear it.
The Evolving Woman
THROUGH HER web-based TV show titled Empowering Queens TV, Bahamian women Duquesa Dean is steady supporting and encouraging ladies to pursue their dreams, overcome limitations and to shatter boundaries in their lives.
A Life of Poetry
THROUGH HER love for God, writing, family, the youth in the community, and life experiences over the years, Anna Lewis has turned her pain into poetry.
Breaking the taboo of facial hair
Facial hair and body hair, while considered attractive for men, is often ridiculed in women.
FACE TO FACE: Rocky’s got a plan which can bring us all success
EXCELLENCE is something we encourage our children to strive for. We want them to give their all and be their best at noble pursuits that will enrich their lives and the lives of others. We know that if they strive for excellence, it will set them apart and help them to survive the trials of life.
MSC donates food supplies to help feed Grand Bahama
A Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) vessel arrived at Freeport Harbour on Monday afternoon with a donation of food supplies to the National Food Task Force for distribution on Grand Bahama.
Eviction notices ‘being renewed’ to stay legal
MONTHS after issuing eviction letters to residents in newly built illegal structures on Abaco, Central and South Abaco MP James Albury said the government is now working “to renew” some of those notices to ensure they are compliant with the law.
