First-ever organ transplant expected to happen before end of this year
THE country’s first live organ transplant surgery under the National Organ Transplant Programme is expected to take place at Princess Margaret Hospital before the end of the year, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Charter crackdown places Bahamians 'in the same boat'
The Association of Bahamas Marinas (ABM) president yesterday said the Government's planned crackdown on soliciting charters locally will "put Bahamians in the same boat as everyone else".
Cruise private islands tax crackdown 'great first step'
Bahamian hotels yesterday hailed the private cruise island tax compliance crackdown as "a great first step" while urging that some of the funds generated be used to "fix tourism product shortcomings".
Liquor stores: No challenge with revised licence regime
Liquor stores proprietors yesterday said they saw no challenge in complying with the new licensing regime that requires new licence and renewal applications to undergo a public consultation.
Realtors 'on the hook' over VAT crackdown
Bahamian realtors yesterday voiced fears they are being placed "on the hook for something we have no control over" in the Government's crackdown on suspected property sales VAT evasion.
Real estate deals 'void' until recording complete
Attorneys yesterday warned of "multiple implications" from legislative reforms that will render "void" all real estate transactions unless they are recorded as part of the Government's VAT evasion crackdown.
Inspector gets leave from judge for judicial review in disciplinary matter
A SUPREME Court judge has ruled that a police inspector has an arguable case against the Commissioner of Police and the Attorney General, granting him leave to pursue a judicial review over disciplinary measures taken against him.
Rebuild of Victoria Court hoped to start by year’s end
NEARLY a month after a fire destroyed the roof of Victoria Court Complex, displacing dozens, residents are hoping that rebuilding can begin before the end of the year.
‘Abaco PLPs don’t want Pinder again’
KEY Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) supporters in Abaco want a candidate to challenge Central and South Abaco MP John Pinder in the party’s nomination race, citing dissatisfaction with his performance and attitude.
Three more golfers secure scholarships
ANGELINO Cooper Jr, Taylor Sands and Seannae Norville-Smith are the latest Bahamian golfers to secure athletic golf scholarships and Chamari Pratt hopes her chance will come in the near future.
US Navy destroyer takes on diplomatic role while at port in New Providence
THE USS Gravely (DDG-107), a United States Navy guided-missile destroyer, has docked in New Providence as part of an effort to strengthen ties between the US and The Bahamas.
CRUNCH TIME: Former finalists to meet again in soccer nationals
IT will be a rematch of last year’s two finalists for the senior girls and a renewal of the showdown two years ago for the boys crown when the sixth annual Samuel P Haven National High School Championships is completed today.
Bronze for Knowles in pro league debut
IN making his International Fitness and Bodybuilding Federation’s Pro League debut over the weekend, Bahamian Terran Knowles said he was pleased with his performance, but will work even harder on getting better.
Key tax arrears increase $104m
Outstanding tax arrears owed to the Government in three key revenue streams increased by more than $104m during the nine months to March 2025, it was revealed yesterday.
Three-month $364m surplus gives PM deficit confidence
The Prime Minister yesterday voiced confidence the $363.6m Budget surplus generated between February and April this year will enable the Government to hit its deficit target amid Opposition scepticism.
Water sports operators back stricter penalties for offenses
Jet ski operators say they are “on board” with the implementation of stricter and fixed penalties as announced during yesterday’s 2025/2025 Budget Communication.
Gov't 'undoing half the trauma' through VAT medicines slash
The Opposition's chairman yesterday accused the Government of taking credit for "undoing half the trauma" it had caused by imposing 10 percent VAT on medicines, feminine and baby products.
‘Hard to understand’ how Gov’t will strike $3.9bn revenue goal
A Bahamian banker was yesterday “struggling to understand” how the Government will achieve a near-18 percent increase in its forecast 2025-2026 revenues amid the present tax and economic climate.
