Funeral Directors Association criticises govt inaction on regulating the industry
THE head of the Bahamas Funeral Directors Association has renewed calls for the government to properly regulate the industry, calling it a “shame” that stakeholders are still battling the same longstanding issues with no progress.
Tour operators eyeing Thanksgiving upturn
Tour operators yesterday predicted an uptick in business for next week’s Thanksgiving holiday as the aviation industry shrugs off the impact from the recent US government shutdown and flight cancellations.
Exuma taxis blaming rental influx for slow Thanksgiving
Exuma taxi operators yesterday blamed an influx of rental vehicles and Sandals Emerald Bays continued closure for what is shaping up to be a slow Thanksgiving.
Teen accused of robbing a couple at gunpoint at Saunders Beach
A 17-year-old boy was remanded to prison yesterday after he was accused of robbing a couple at gunpoint on Saunders Beach.
Man accused of unlawful sex with teenage girl
A 26-year-old man was remanded to prison yesterday after he was accused of having sexual intercourse with a 15-year-old girl.
Three juveniles charged in GB school stabbing incident
A POLICE detective testified in the Grand Bahama’s Magistrate’s Court on Monday about his role in handling suspected marijuana evidence during the trial of a Grand Bahama man accused of possessing dangerous drugs with intent to supply.
PM: New skills initiative to close ‘possibility gap’
The Prime Minister says the newly-launched Upskill Bahamas initiative will allow Bahamians to close the “possibility gap” between their career ambitions and the skills they require to fulfill these dreams.
Rosewood Exuma move to ‘avoid further delays’
The developer of the $200m Rosewood Exuma project yesterday reiterated that its decision to submit a revised site plan application was designed to “avoid further delays” and resolve the concerns of opponents, who said the move is “exactly what we wanted to hear”.
Fire-ravaged Arawak Cay owners to ‘return stronger’
Restaurant owners whose businesses were destroyed by Sunday’s Arawak Cay fire yesterday pledged to rebuild and resume operations after suffering an estimated collective $1.5m in damages and losses.
Catholic Diocesan Primary basketball playoffs this Friday
WITH the playoffs set for this Friday, teams were jockeying for their positions as the Catholic Diocesan Primary Schools completed their basketball regular season on Friday at Loyola Hall on Gladstone Road.
Newly formed Bahamas Handball Federation hosts its first tournament in The Bahamas
THE newly formed Bahamas Handball Federation hosted its first tournament in The Bahamas on Friday with Claridge Primary claiming the early bragging rights as the co-ed champions.
Detective testifies on role in handling marijuana evidence
A POLICE detective testified in the Grand Bahama’s Magistrate’s Court on Monday about his role in handling suspected marijuana evidence during the trial of a Grand Bahama man accused of possessing dangerous drugs with intent to supply.
Op-Ed: Chinese Ambassador stresses cooperation, shared interests and development synergy with Bahamas
NEARLY 100 Bahamian representatives from various sectors visited China this year, supported by the Chinese Embassy. Most of them were impressed by China's rapid development, high technology, and its unique development path.
Atlantis’ annual ‘battle for the cause’ hits Montagu
ONCE again, Atlantis resort provided an opportunity for its staff and the general public to participate in their annual Fun Run, Walk, Roll race at Montagu Bay.
The woman bringing pelvic health into the spotlight
FOR nearly two decades, Dr DeVonnia Bonimy-Lee has been one of the quiet powerhouses shaping women’s wellness in the Bahamas. With a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, board certification as a Women’s Health Clinical Specialist and additional certifications in lymphoedema, cosmetic surgery therapy and yoga, her career reflects a rare blend of clinical expertise, compassion and advocacy.
Police investigate shooting that left three in hospital
Police are investigating a shooting that left three men in hospital on Sunday.
ERIC WIBERG: Wrecking - A history of survival and adaptation
Few chapters in Bahamian maritime history capture the tension between survival and morality like the era of wrecking.
Pintard accused of ‘desperate’ and ‘extremely reckless’ passport claims
DIRECTOR of Communications Latrae Rahming has accused Free National Movement leader Michael Pintard of making a “desperate” and “extremely reckless” allegation after the opposition chief claimed a bag of passports was found on a Bahamasair flight and triggered an internal probe.
