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.
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”.
‘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.
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.
Two-day Music & Heritage Festival set for weekend
The two-day Bahamian Music & Heritage Festival will return to the Regatta Site in George Town, Exuma, on March 14-15 for its annual celebration of this nation’s culture and traditions.
Contractors back president on non-US goods sourcing
Other construction firms yesterday backed assertions by the Bahamian Contractors Association’s (BCA) president that the industry does not need government assistance in sourcing materials.
‘Sabotage’: Aviation chief blasts $1m retroactive fees
Hitting Bahamian airlines and other carriers that serve this nation with $1m-plus retroactive fee demands is “akin to sabotaging the industry”, a senior aviation executive warned yesterday.
