We must deny science at our peril
A long pattern of science denial has hoodwinked people from high school students to tertiary graduates resulting in monumental, financially ruinous and, sadly, fatal outcomes.
We must stand with our teachers
It seems that the battle between teachers and the ministry is a never ending one. School administrators seem to automatically take the side of the ministry while teachers have no choice but to run to the union to seek justice.
FACE TO FACE: When the Wilsons’ birthday bash turned into the feeding of 1,000
Finding food to put on the table has become a lot harder for many families in recent times. There is no doubt the pandemic has led to a downturn in the economy so much so that people from all walks of life are seeking financial assistance and food aid. So when one couple - facing uncertainty just like everyone else - decided to find a way to help feed people in need, I wanted to share their story.
EDITORIAL: Planning as we wait for a vaccine
WE do not yet have a COVID-19 vaccination – that much we all know.
Shooting victim was ‘jokester’ and hard worker
THE man who was shot dead on Hawthorn Road on Sunday night has been identified by loved ones on social media as Danton Woods.
Health Minister issues plea to families as morgue is too full
HEALTH officials are urging members of the public to make arrangements for the remains of loved ones to be removed from Princess Margaret Hospital’s morgue where the facility continues to be stretched to capacity.
Sierra Ferguson wins Laws of Life essay competition
AQUINAS College student Sierra Ferguson has been declared the overall winner and top scorer of the senior division of the 2020 Laws of Life essay competition.
29 arrested in Abaco after curfew
ABACO police arrested 29 people for curfew violations and shut down several businesses last week.
Ex-MP tells Gov't: 'Let us get on with our lives'
A former Cabinet minister yesterday urged the Government to "execute the leases so my family and I can get on with our lives" after the Supreme Court awarded him nearly $10m in damages.
Ansbacher hit with $1.1m client payout
A major Bahamian bank has been ordered to pay more than $1.1m to a former client for negligence and breach of contract over the management of its multi-million dollar investment portfolio.
'Battle 4 Atlantis' fate bound up with reopening
Atlantis last night said the fate of the Thanksgiving US college basketball tournament it traditionally hosts every year is inextricably tied to when the resort re-opens.
Airlines: We'd be better grounded
Bahamian airlines yesterday suggested they may be better off remaining grounded with COVID-19 restrictions transforming the return of inter-island travel into "a loss leader".
'Make a deal' on temporary lay-off end before too late
Employers, trade unions and the Government are being urged to "make some kind of deal" to avoid the pitfalls and uncertainty that could occur when the temporary lay-off period finishes at month's end.
Body found in car at Goodman's Bay
A MAN’S body was discovered in a vehicle located in the parking lot of Goodman’s Bay on Tuesday.
Adam Johnson goes pro in France
IT has been a long and tedious journey with so many disappointments for Adam Johnson. But through Jaraun ‘Kino’ Burrows’ Raw Talent programme, Adam Johnson is now playing professional basketball in France. He has signed with Fos Provence Basket Club where he’s developing through their No.5 team, but according to Burrows, they anticipate that the 6-foot, 6-inch forward will get the chance to advance through the ranks very quickly.
Jasrado ‘Jazz’ Chisholm and Marlins win finale 6-2 in seven-game set against Phillies
The Miami Marlins continue to solidify their position in the National League East standings with another win against the Philadelphia Phillies in the season finale between the two teams.
Bridgewater makes immediate impact
DOMNICK Bridgewater is having an immediate impact in his progression to France’s Nationale Masculine 2 (NM2) League. Bridgewater finished with 10 points in his regular season debut to lead Sapela Basket 13 to an 87-72 win over La Ravoire Challes Basket.
Junkanoo icon Anthony ‘Stick-A-Tone’ Johnson dies
THE sporting fraternity of softball and baseball as well as the junkanoo world is mourning the loss of Anthony ‘Stick-A-Tone’ Johnson. Johnson passed away last week. He joined the Saxons in 1967 and brought with him a group of men from Market Street called ‘The Lollipop Boys,’ who included Jay Fox, Katanga Johnson, Kenny ‘Mary’ Fox and KC Campbell.
New action to clear shanty towns
THE government is preparing to evict residents living in newly built illegal structures on Abaco, a move that could possibly displace hundreds.
