Three rays of hope amid the gloom
DESPITE thousands of people laid off and the economy at a near standstill due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related restrictions, some local businesswomen have found ways to adapt to the crisis. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Bolera Glinton, of BGG Wo
Man sent to jail for posting explicit video of his ex-girlfriend
A 23-year-old man was sentenced to six months in prison for posting a sexual video of his ex-girlfriend on social media. The man appeared before Magistrate Andrew Forbes charged with intentional libel after he published a sexual video of his former
Watching Moultrie assassinate democracy
The Bahamas and indeed the world watched in horror while the inept speaker of the House of Assembly of the Bahamas, Halston Moultrie scuttled what we know to be the Halls of Parliament, where laws are made in the best interest of all Bahamians.
Shalonda Neely signs up with Flash Agency
Bahamian national team standout and former Jacksonville Dolphins women’s basketball player Shalonda Neely looks to make the transition to the pro ranks.
Williams: 'We basically stay at home every day'
ALTHOUGH they are under strict curfew laws in the Philippines because of the coronavirus pandemic, Bahamian Rashield Williams said he feel safe as he continue his journey to becoming one of the top professional super lightweight boxers in the world.
THE PRESS BOX: My Cowboys crushed NFL virtual draft
THE 2020 NFL Draft has come and gone, and my Dallas Cowboys crushed it!
Are congregants ready to go back to church?
The members of various church congregations are divided on whether services should resume after the Bahamas Christian Council announced a proposal they are making to the government for churches to reopen, albeit with strict social distancing policies.
God knows best
There are those moments when one becomes anxious and overwhelmed by the pressures and realities of life. Unexpected events can disrupt the most promising plans and create havoc in one's life. However, we should remain focused on God and our relationship with Him. If one does not know God, this becomes the time to do so. It is important to cast all of one's anxieties on God because He cares for us. (1 Peter 5:7)
Overcoming the spirit of the fear
As a result of the current coronavirus outbreak many people are finding themselves affected by the spirit of fear and anxiety as this deadly virus continues to impact nations around the world.
Royal Caribbean targets June for cruise re-start
Royal Caribbean yesterday became the latest cruise line to target a mid-June restart despite no indication being given as to when The Bahamas’ borders will re-open. The cruise industry giant updated its website to state it has pushed back the target
Airbnb: Vacation rental bookings remain strong
Airbnb will in May launch an initiative designed to give hosts educational information and two options for providing guests with accommodation according to improved health and cleaning measures. The vacation rental platform said these standards were
Food retailers fear May sales plunge
Bahamian food retailers yesterday said they fear May sales will drop as temporarily laid-off persons and others run out of savings and other income that has sustained demand to-date. Bradley Rolle, Centreville Food Market’s general manager, told Tri
'Critical' to extend Dorian tax breaks
Abaco’s Chamber of Commerce president yesterday said it was “absolutely critical” for the government to extend the Hurricane Dorian tax breaks due to expire on June 30. Ken Hutton told Tribune Business : It is critical we extend it. Absolutely criti
Blanco hopes sanitiser available in-store today
A Bahamian manufacturer is hoping its newly-produced hand sanitizer will be available to consumers either today or Friday through the major food stores. Roman Knowles, Blanco Bleach’s sales manager, said yesterday: “We are currently distributing to
ART OF GRAPHIX: Internet cookies are a 'double-edged sword'
Whether you are just a casual Internet user or make a living as a web developer, there are certain things about HTTP cookies that everyone should know, such as their purpose and its privacy. If you have used a web browser such as Chrome, Firefox, Int
GB Utility makes progress on restoring water supply
Grand Bahama’s water supplier has provided several communities with a timely “shot in the arm” by restoring services amid the COVID-19 pandemic.Grand Bahama Utility Company (GBUC) confirmed that it has restored potable water supplies to Lewis Yard, M
Sands leads drive for blood donors
HEALTH Minister Dr Duane Sands was among scores of people who donated blood yesterday at Princess Margaret Hospital’s National Blood Drive. The event, held at the Thomas A Robinson National Stadium, was expected to draw about 100 people. Dr Sands s
Day three with no new cases
DESPITE increased testing for COVID-19, the country has not recorded new cases of the disease for three days in a row.
EDITORIAL: Where is the police transparency?
WHAT is going on in the Royal Bahamas Police Force?
