Canadian woman alleges sex assault on GB beach
A CANADIAN girl was allegedly sexually assaulted on a beach in Grand Bahama on Monday.
Armed robbers steal woman’s purse containing cash belonging to her employer
A WOMAN visiting a friend at his home on Dencil Drive off McKinney Drive on Monday was robbed of her purse containing a substantial amount of cash.
Appeal denied for man who handcuffed girl to tree and abused her for six days
A MAN who restrained a 14-year-old girl in a wooded area for nearly a week—handcuffing her to a Dilly tree, tying a rope around her neck, sealing her mouth with duct tape and having unlawful sexual intercourse —has been unanimously denied permission by the Court of Appeal to challenge his 20-year prison sentences for unlawful sexual intercourse, forcible detention, and kidnapping.
Security chiefs press for right to arm guards as official rejects opening industry to foreign labour
PRIVATE security chiefs are pressing the government to arm guards and overhaul outdated rules, while a senior official has rejected calls to open the industry to foreign workers even as he concedes the law is out of date.
Over 5,000 register for free Upskill Bahamas courses
MORE than 5000 eligible Bahamians have registered for the free courses and certifications offered by the government’s online learning initiative, Upskill Bahamas.
Chamber elects new chairman and Board
The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers' Confederation (BCCEC) has elected a new Board and chairman to serve a two-year term.
Man charged with stealing vehicle at gunpoint
A MAN was remanded to prison yesterday for allegedly robbing another man of his vehicle at gunpoint and trying to force him to drink a suspicious liquid.
Gov’t signs $10.9m Long Island airport terminal deal
The Government has signed a $10.9m contract to build the long-awaited new terminal at Long Island’s Deadman’s Cay airport.
Exuma taxi drivers seeking new Sandals-type contract
Sandals Emerald Bay’s $100m transformation into a Beaches-branded resort may gave Exuma taxi drivers a much-needed boost through contracts for airport arrivals and guest departures, one argued yesterday.
Vacation rental grants worsen long-term housing shortages
An Exuma tour operator yesterday asserted that the Government’s decision to offer $10,000 vacation rental grants has worsened Exuma’s housing shortage and made it difficult for businesses to recruit workers from other islands.
Liquor vendors need ‘compelling reason’ to be near school, church
The Department of Inland Revenue (DIR) has confirmed it will delay enforcement of new liquor licensing regulations until April 1, 2026, while warning bars and retailers to provide “compelling reasons” why they should be allowed to operate near schools and churches.
‘Game changer’: Loan facility paves way for $1bn blue carbon bond
The Bahamas blue carbon credits “game changer” yesterday received a significant boost from a $25m financing designed to pave the way for a potential $1bn capital raise within the next 12 months.
‘Full steam ahead’: Realtor’s monthly closed sales record
A Bahamian realtor yesterday asserted it is “full steam ahead” for this nation’s property market after his company generated a monthly record with 49 sales completed in October 2025.
Long Island airport revamp too late for departing tour operator
Long Island’s multi-million dollar airport upgrade has come too late for one tour operator who is preparing to close his business and leave the island with his family due to limited tourism opportunities.
‘Stay on this course’: IDB hails Bahamas ‘remarkable’ progress
The Bahamas must “stay this course” to regain ‘investment grade’ status, a prominent businessman urged yesterday, after the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) hailed the country’s ”remarkable fiscal consolidation” and “fast growth” since emerging from COVID-19’s devastation.
Fisheries officials urge more resources to fight poaching
Fisheries officials have urged the Government to dedicate more enforcement resources, and strengthen penalties, to combat foreign poaching in Bahamian waters.
Convicted mom and daughter remanded as crown fights judge’s decision to grant bail
THE director of public prosecutions yesterday filed an appeal against the decision to grant bail to a mother and daughter convicted of attempting to murder two of their tenants on an unnamed road in Fox Hill in 2021.
Bahamian woman called to bar in called to bar in England and Whales
Bahamian Bianca Smith is now a barrister after being called to the Bar in London.
Rick Fox announces election bid but doesn’t reveal party alignment
FORMER NBA player Rick Fox announced last night that he will run in the upcoming general election, ending weeks of speculation about a possible move into politics.
