Grand Bahama will get its new hospital, says Minnis
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis said on Monday Grand Bahama would have “a hospital” as soon as possible but did not indicate whether a new facility will be built as previously promised during his party’s election campaign. He was questioned about wh
Baker's Bay staff fear for their future
DAYS after Baker’s Bay Golf and Ocean Club announced its closure and the redundancy of some of its positions, many workers are expressing uncertainty over their future. One employee — who asked to be identified as Mrs Higgs – said she received a cal
I'LL BE BACK: Human rights lawyer Fred Smith recovering after paragliding accident in Italy
He’s normally fighting it out in court but today lawyer Fred Smith is in a new battle - to get back on his feet battling for justice.
Chamber chief: Baker's Bay lay-offs 'temporary'
REDUNDANCIES made at Baker’s Bay Golf and Ocean Club are only temporary, insisted Abaco Chamber of Commerce president Ken Hutton, pictured, yesterday.Speaking to Tribune Business, Mr Hutton said there were no lay-offs at the club, only temporary redu
Businesses urged not to miss out on Canton Fair
Subscriptions to the Canton Fair-China Export and Import Fair 2020 being organised by the Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation is low, says chief executive Jeffrey Beckles.Mr Beckles said that he feels that everyone is currently pre-occupi
Beckles: Dorian presents opportunity to 'build on for the future'
There are significant opportunities following Hurricane Dorian, says Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation chief executive Jeffery Beckles.Mr Beckles said while Dorian has inflicted serious damage, it has also provided significant opportuni
BPL exec works to upgrade 'archaic' state of equipment
THE chief executive of BPL, Whitney Heastie, said he was “stunned” by the state of equipment at the company in a new video released by the power supplier.Mr Heastie promised that upgrades are coming as he warned about the state of long-standing disre
What’s this fake news, Mr Speaker?
HOUSE Speaker Halson Moultrie accused media in the country of “descending” to a certain level, adding it was an issue that needed addressing.
Straw vendors criticise 'heartless' decision to close stalls
STRAW vendors yesterday criticised the Straw Market Authority’s decision to close over 190 stalls at the market, citing it as an “unjust and heartless” move meant to drive them out of business.
‘WE’LL STAND UP TO BIGOTS AND BULLIES’: Rights Bahamas warns churches on anti-gay stance
RIGHTS Bahamas has warned the Bahamas Christian Council that bullying or hate speech levelled at the LGBTI community will be met with forceful local and international opposition, and if needed, action in court.
Furious NIB staff to vote on strike
Employees of the National Insurance Board protested yesterday after negotiations over a new industrial agreement failed.
Jail and fines for 15 more migrants
A 26-year-old Haitian woman’s two-month prison sentence was increased to a year and coupled with a fine yesterday because she gave immigration officers a false name out of fear when they arrested her last week.
UB agrees deal for digital survey
A CONTRACT was signed yesterday by a government official and the University of the Bahamas to allow UB to conduct a survey to gather information that the government will use to measure the progress and success of digitisation in the public service.Sp
Father fails to reduce his sentence for incest
A 50-year-old man has failed to convince a court that his two-decade sentence for having sexual relations with his nine-year-old daughter should be reduced because he is getting too old. The appellate tribunal of Justices Jon Isaacs, Stella Crane-Sc
We are all children of God
“Homosexuality is no disorder or illness, and can therefore not be subject to treatment. A ‘treatment’ with the only aim of changing sexual orientation from homosexual to heterosexual must be regarded as ethical malpractice, and has no place in the health system”.
Fred hits the spot this time
Fred McAlpine is an imperfect messenger. He lacks compassion for juvenile hurricane victims in Dominica, and often goes off script on the legislative agenda of his party. Who knew he was capable of a rational argument on a hot button issue?
Time we had a dollar day
Minister Renward Wells, Minister for Transport, please hold a ‘dollar day’ to collect funds to offset the cost of purchasing for Road Traffic the plastic cards needed to print off new Driver’s Licences.
Zane making moves
Zane Knowles is looking to make an immediate impact in his adjustment to a new club, a powerhouse in the Greek Champions League.
Canada basketball: Bahamians set for tip-off this weekend
BAHAMIAN basketball players at Canada’s U Sports and CSAA levels will tip off regular season play this weekend after impressive showings on the exhibition circuit.
NPWBA to host All-Girls High School Tourney
THE New Providence Women’s Basketball Association will continue its recent tradition of hosting a preseason tournament for high school basketball players seeking for an opportunity to showcase their skills.
