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Family wants answers over police shooting

THE distraught sister of 32-year-old Valentino Seymour, who was killed in a police-involved shooting last month, is struggling to believe the police’s version of events and wants the Coroner’s Court to fast-track the case so her family can get the answers they need.

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Man accused of fire death: I was beaten by police

A MAN accused of murdering a Haitian national whose body was found in a burned building on Wulff Road last month claims police beat him in custody, causing injuries that made him urinate blood.

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US visa risk over Cuban workers

THE United States is threatening to revoke visas for foreign government officials such as those in The Bahamas involved in Cuba’s labour export programme.


Making the most of the Bahamian sunshine

IN an effort to get more Bahamians sensitised to the increasing demand for solar energy, Techsystems Solar HVAC has completed its second training programme.

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Bahamas falls 4-3 to Panama on penalties

The opening match of the 2025 Concacaf Beach Soccer Championship did not go as planned for the “Junkanoo Beach Boyz” last night at the Malcolm Park Beach Soccer Stadium.

Bahamian insurers have financial strength affirmed

Two Bahamian insurance providers have seen their financial strength and creditworthiness reaffirmed by the industry’s main global credit rating agency.


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Five years on - Sands reflects on when COVID hit our nation

FIVE years after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a pandemic, former Health Minister Dr Duane Sands is reflecting on the initial response to the crisis, acknowledging both the successes and the missteps of the Minnis administration.

Darville: No problem over supplies and payments

HEALTH and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville has refuted claims made by Free National Movement chairman Dr Duane Sands regarding medication shortages and vendor payments within the public healthcare system.

Consultation promised over free medicine expansion

HEALTH Minister Dr Michael Darville insisted that doctors, pharmacists, and all stakeholders will be consulted as the government transitions to provide free medication for chronic non-communicable diseases to people registered with the National Health Insurance Authority.


Royal Caribbean: Bahamas’ exclusive ship’s full occupancy

Royal Caribbean yesterday hailed its all-Bahamian itinerary cruise ship as a “smashing success”.

Health ministry recruiting Ghana nurses

THE Ministry of Health and Wellness is recruiting 35 specialty nurses and several doctors from Ghana to address the country’s ongoing shortage of healthcare workers, according to Health Minister Dr Michael Darville.

Full statement from US Embassy on Cuba-related visa restriction policy

On February 25, Secretary Rubio announced expansion of a Cuba related visa restriction policy that targets those who facilitate Cuban forced labor.


PETER YOUNG: Wake-up call for Europe

It has been interesting this week to study the recent UK media reaction to the continuing precipitate series of actions taken by the newly-installed US President Donald Trump in a variety of domestic areas as well as foreign affairs.

Man says he can’t pay $5k fine for firearm offences

A MAN fined for firearm-related offences yesterday told the court he couldn’t pay because he couldn’t afford it.

Psychological tests for accused housebreaker

A WOMAN was remanded to Sandilands Rehabilitation Centre for psychological evaluation after being accused of breaking into a home on Toote Shop Corner last week.


‘Pay back victim’ for stolen bike

A MAN has been ordered to fully reimburse a victim after admitting to stealing their motorcycle last weekend.

Eleuthera businesses bemoan BPL outages

Eleuthera businesses are planning to seek recovery of losses and damages from Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) as power outages continue to plague the island.

What would you add to the video game hall of fame?

This year’s finalists for the World Video Game Hall of Fame include trailblazers in esports, electronic pets and portable gaming, as well as the arcade favorite brought to life in a 1998 episode of “Seinfeld”.


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‘Buddy’ jumps ahead of Gordon on NBA All-Time 3s list

GRAND Bahamian sharpshooter Chavano “Buddy” Hield and the Golden State Warriors are certainly trending in the right direction since acquiring National Basketball Association (NBA) All-Star Jimmy Butler from the Miami Heat just before the trade deadline in February.

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Eva Hilton Shockers repeat as National Primary Schools golf champions

THE Eva Hilton Shockers repeated as the National Primary Schools Golf Championship public schools boys’ and girls’ champions.