Moncur was a man of the people
It is with a heavy heart and deep reverence that I extend my sincerest condolences to the wife and family of Rodney Moncur on his passing.
Lawyer and political figure John Bostwick dead at 86
JOHN Henry Bostwick, a prominent figure in Bahamian politics and law whose decades of public service left an imprint on the country’s democratic institutions, died on Saturday at Doctors Hospital after a long illness.
DIANE PHILLIPS: Goodbye billboards, hello gorgeous view
Just when I thought I could not find another single word or way in which to plead, beg, urge or beseech those in charge to remove the mass of 17 billboards blocking the view of Montagu Bay, voila! There was the crew from Parks & Beaches Authority, taking them down, one by one, revealing the view we all missed so much.
ONE ELEUTHERA: Cultivating gardens of opportunity for the future
“To plant a garden is to dream of tomorrow” is a quote attributed to the late actress Audrey Hepburn. To many who read it, this quote may signify how nature’s benefits, activated by human ingenuity, can serve as a gift for future generations. If we extend the quote’s meaning and consider nurturing the next generation, we can also cultivate gardens of opportunity for youth, allowing communities to reap immense future benefits. These benefits include the adults of tomorrow having the confidence to articulate their needs and aspirations while possessing the various tools they need for future success.
Tributes paid to Rodney Moncur
FORMER Senator Rodney Moncur, a firebrand radio personality, died on Thursday at the age of 68, prompting tributes from political leaders, community members and listeners.
Visitor experience 'not disrupted' by fire
A MASSIVE fire that broke out downtown last night has not disrupted the visitor experience, according to Tourism Director General Latia Duncombe.
Sports calendar May 2
THE Masters Softball Association’s best-of-three championship series and Dudley ‘Bones’ Moxey Memorial Challenge is scheduled to take place this weekend at the Archdeacon William Thompson Softball Park at the Southern Recreation Grounds. The action is slated to start at 1pm on Saturday with the Drifters facing the Scorpions in the Dudley ‘Bones’ Moxey Memorial Challenge.
SAC honours athletes
It was a red letter day as St Augustine’s College yesterday honoured its athletes and swimmers for their stellar performances at its annual Bahamian Day celebrations on its campus of Bernard Road and Prince Charles Drive.
St Augustine’s College honours its athletes during annual Bahamian Day celebrations
IT was a red letter day as St Augustine’s College yesterday honoured its athletes and swimmers for their stellar performances at its annual Bahamian Day celebrations on its campus of Bernard Road and Prince Charles Drive.
DR KENT BAZARD: Time to reset: Why athletes must eat differently in the off-season
AS the competitive season winds down and athletes across The Bahamas shift into off- season mode, one crucial piece of the performance puzzle is often overlooked: nutrition.
IAN FERGUSON: Breeding the next generation of Bahamian entrepreneurs
Young people can become successful entrepreneurs by developing a strong business mindset, gaining relevant skills through practical experience and education, and building a supportive network. This includes fostering passion, setting clear goals, creating a solid business plan and continuously learning and adapting to market changes.
Minister pledges reform to combat AI fraudsters
A Cabinet minister yesterday said the Government is planning legislative reforms to combat the sudden surge in artificial intelligence (AI) generated scams.
PM to meet Rubio over the US tariffs
The Prime Minister will next week meet with Marco Rubio, the US Secretary of State, in a bid to head-off the impact of Donald Trump’s tariffs on The Bahamas, its economy and exporters.
Partners seeking to expand Bahamas medical services
TROPIC Ocean Airways and REVA Air Ambulance have partnered to provide medical services to remote Family Islands with ambitions to expand throughout The Bahamas.
PM: New Budget ‘will not hurt’ the business sector
The Prime Minister yesterday pledged that the upcoming 2025-2026 Budget will be pro-economic growth, and asserted that it “will not introduce measures that hurt the business community”.
Growing fears on Business Licence fee over-payment
Bahamian companies are increasingly fearful they have overpaid their Business Licence fees for 2025 given predictions that sales will plunge due to the economic uncertainty unleashed by Donald Trump’s tariffs.
$200m Exuma resort in planning approval
The controversial $200m Rosewood Exuma resort was yesterday said by its developer to have received the necessary approvals to proceed from the Town Planning Committee.
URCA’s Freeport legal challenges are ‘stalled’
Two legal battles challenging the Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority’s (URCA) authority to supervise Freeport-based utilities have “stalled” over bids to have the judge overseeing the cases step down.
