Auditor’s report - now there is action
A DAY after insisting he had no knowledge of a probe uncovering collusion by employees to defraud the government of nearly $450,000 in a department under his purview, Education Minister Jeff Lloyd told The Tribune the matter is under “active” investigation.
ZNS cyber attack was predicted
POLICE have sought assistance from “international partners” after radio servers at ZNS were hacked for ransom on Monday.
$160k - you can give it to charity
AN anonymous international donor has bestowed more than $168,000 to five Bahamian charities, in an act described as “a gift of generosity straight from the heart”.
Felix to sue over university sacking
THE University of The Bahamas has fired Professor Felix Bethel, setting the stage for a potentially ugly legal battle. Mr Bethel, scheduled to teach a class last Saturday, was denied entry to the university’s Michael Eldon Complex.
‘THROW IT OUT - WITNESS LIED’: Defence insists evidence shows Smith’s innocent
THE lead attorney for former PLP Senator Frank Smith has called on a judge to throw out the case against his client, as he branded the key witness in the matter a liar whose claims cannot be used as evidence that would safely lead to a conviction.
Financial services to ‘come back stronger’
The deputy prime minister yesterday admitted there may be “some initial contraction” as the Bahamian financial services sector adjusts to its new regulatory regime, but expressed confidence it will ultimately “come back stronger”.
Not my area - Campbell dodges rape increase questions
SOCIAL Services Minister Frankie Campbell yesterday dodged questions from the media over his ministry’s efforts to address the six percent increase in rapes last year.
Grand Bahama police appeal for witnesses after shooting
POLICE in Grand Bahama are following significant leads into the island’s first murder for 2019 and are appealing to persons to come forward with any information that can further assist them.
Runway lights rerouted to Marsh Harbour
REPLACEMENT runway lights earmarked for Acklins and Crooked Island have been rerouted and used to address lighting issues at the nation’s second busiest airport – the Leonard M Thompson International Airport in Marsh Harbour, Abaco.
Pair in court over murder charge
TWO men were charged in a Magistrate’s Court yesterday in connection with the country’s second murder of the year.
Two face charges of armed robbery in Grand Bahama
TWO men were charged with armed robbery in the Freeport Magistrate’s Court yesterday.
Prisoner escapes – but is soon caught
A PRISONER escaped the Department of Correctional Services on Saturday, but was quickly captured and returned, National Security Minister Marvin Dames said yesterday.
Expect single lane closures on East Bay Street for seven days
MOTORISTS travelling on East Bay Street have been warned to expect single lane closures as roadwork resumes on the street today.
EDITORIAL: Real transparency, real accountability
THERE are times when a question is raised by politicians of The Tribune: why do we have to be so critical?
The year when we build each other up
LAST week all of the newspapers front pages were ablaze with both the commissioner of the police force Mr Anthony Ferguson and the minister of defence Mr Marvin Dames touting the success in the reduction of crime in 2018, especially the decrease in the murder rate. I might have missed it and stand to be corrected but not once did I hear them give thanks to God for the hand he had in the country’s fight against satan’s onslaught on our youth.
Why we should listen to the conch
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Mavin Saunders on the grid for 2019 NFL Draft
Mavin Saunders’ preparation for the 2019 NFL Draft has taken him across the United States to bowl games and showcases as he looks to increase his stock at the professional level.
Buddy needs your vote for 3-Pt Contest
BUDDY Hield is having a breakout season as one of the NBA’s most improved players and the local media in Sacramento is galvanising support for his bid to the 2019 Three-Point Contest on All-Star Weekend.
NPBA: UB Mingoes, Breezes High Flyers in the win column
THE University of the Bahamas Mingoes and Breezes High Flyers scored wins in New Providence Basketball Association play on Monday night.
Majority Rule Basketball Tournament winners in spotlight
THE Temple Christian Suns retained their mini boys and primary girls titles as the Freedom Baptist Academy’s sixth annual Majority Rule Basketball Tournament concluded over the weekend.
