URCA: 'All must carry their fair energy share'
Energy regulators yesterday said renewable providers had “misunderstood and misinterpreted” proposed reforms designed to ensure “equitable treatment for all stakeholders”.Shevonn Cambridge, the Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority’s (URCA)
Another body found in Abaco
MARSH HARBOUR - OFFICIALS in Abaco recovered human remains on Tuesday from a portion of the Pigeon Peas shanty town, after the discovery was made by workers of a company contracted to clean up the area.
Thomas bows out in high jump
DOHA, Qatar: Clearly not at his best, Donald Thomas missed out on an opportunity to advance to the final of the men's high jump at the International Amateur Athletic Federation's 17th World Championships.
Gardiner cruises into 400m semis
DOHA, Qatar — Despite battling a case of the flu, Steven Gardiner had a smooth and relaxed victory in heat five of the men’s 400 metres, securing him a berth into the semi-final on day five of the International Amateur Athletic Federation’s 17th World Championships.
$100m loan to pay for utilities and shelters
THE $100m Inter-American Development Bank loan contingency that was activated following Hurricane Dorian will fund the restoration of public utilities and ensure the construction of temporary shelters on affected islands, Finance Minister Peter Turnquest explained yesterday.
Attorney General tells migrants who lost jobs in storm to leave country
MIGRANT storm victims who have lost their jobs as a result of Hurricane Dorian “need to go home” even if their work permits are not yet expired, Attorney General Carl Bethel said yesterday.
$6m dome shelter for Abaco refugees
THE government will spend $6 million to construct a “family relief centre” in Abaco that will feature dome housing structures capable of withstanding 180mph winds, according to shelter organiser John-Michael Clarke.
No jail time for doctor caught with marijuana
A BAHAMIAN doctor has been granted a conditional discharge for being caught with almost 10 ounces of marijuana in his residence earlier this year.
‘Deaf ears’ from ministry for teachers in school dispute
IRATE teachers at Carlton E Francis Primary School criticised the Ministry of Education for allowing their “cries to fall on deaf ears”.
WNBA Finals: ‘I think it’s just a level of pride we have to have on defence’
FOR the Sun to even the WNBA Finals and earn a split on the road with a game two win tonight, Jonquel Jones said the team’s focus has to be on the defensive end of the floor.
Bahamians respond to H&M natural hair firestorm
International clothing brand H&M has found itself in hot water, facing fierce backlash over a new ad campaign featuring a young black girl with what some people are describing as an “unkempt” natural hairstyle.
Bahamian women enjoy ‘Ladylike’ night out at Fusion
It was very welcome break from the ordinary for the women who attended the second themed ladies’ night event at Fusion Superplex featuring the critically acclai≠med movie “Hustlers” starring Jennifer Lopez, Cardi B and Lizzo.
PETER YOUNG: Britain’s contribution to hurricane relief
IN the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian, The Bahamas has received so much aid, assistance and support from such a wide variety of sources, both at home and from overseas, that it would be invidious to single out any particular ones as being more worthy than others.
Lessons to learn from our history
From as far back as I can remember there have been factions in this country whose major ambition has been to keep Bahamians divided.
Senator is wrong
I recently noted a post by an opinionated Senator which I have up to this point tried to ignore... However, I feel the need to address matters when they emanate from persons seated in the Upper House of our Legislature due to what appears to be an inadvertent reliance on assumptions which are not grounded in reality nor placed in their proper historical context.
After day 2, Weech 36th overall at Optimist Championships
JOSHUA Weech set a personal goal of being a top 30 finisher at the 2019 Optimist North American Championships and the Bahamas’ team captain made a major advancement toward that goal on day two.
LIFE LINES: Have you cleaned your windows lately?
“A young couple moved into a new neighbourhood. The next morning while they were eating breakfast the young woman saw a neighbour hanging the washing outside . . .
Men with shorter strides are 40 percent more likely to suffer from erectile dysfunction
Japanese researchers have concluded that men who take shorter strides when walking are 40 percent more likely to suffer from erectile dysfunction than men who walk with long strides. The study conducted at the Hirosaki University determined that both erectile dysfunction and short strides when walking correlated strongly with men having weak pelvic muscles.
Never too late to start
Health coach Ethan Quant, of Elite Wellness Solutions, has succeeded in his weight loss journey and now wants to share his methods with the Bahamas in an effort to foster a culture of wellness and conquer the obesity epidemic.
How safe is vaping?
WITH 13 reported deaths, hundreds of new cases of a mysterious lung disease that has spurred congressional hearings in the US, the question now for many who enjoy vape pens and other e-cigarettes is how safe are they?
