Crash hacker pilot’s licence had expired
AN unqualified pilot carrying four passengers in a plane that was not airworthy crashed off the Berry Islands in January, days before a fatal plane crash off South Andros that killed six people, according to a new report from the Air Accident Investigation Department.
Police up patrols in wake of robberies
POLICE are investigating three separate incidents of armed robbery, home invasion, and break-ins that took place in the western district of New Providence on Tuesday.
BPL - I had to pull the plug: Bannister says board was in total collapse
WORKS Minister Desmond Bannister conceded yesterday Bahamas Power and Light needed new leadership after its board of directors in recent times remained “locked” in dispute on every critical issue at great cost to the company.
'Liberalise cannabis now - and lead rest of world'
LEADING Jamaican scientist Dr Henry Lowe is urging Bahamian officials - and those in the Caribbean - to liberalise cannabis for medical and scientific use to cement the region’s stake in the industry.Dr Lowe projected cannabis-based products will be
Oncology unit needed 'desperately'
AN oncology unit is desperately needed in Grand Bahama and cancer patients and advocates are hoping one is established soon so patients won’t have to travel to New Providence for chemotherapy treatment.In July 2017, Health Minister Dr Duane Sands pro
Scholarships for study in UK
APPLICATIONS for Chevening Scholarships to study in the UK are open until November 6, with applications to be submitted via www.chevening.org/apply.Chevening Scholarships are awarded to individuals with demonstrable leadership potential who also have
UB students to join hall of fame
UNIVERSITY of the Bahamas (UB) alumni, who are making vast contributions to the development of the public and private sector, embody the scholarly, social and innovative vitality of the academy.In November, UB will honour former students who have dis
Presbyterian College beat UB Mingoes in thriller
Kemsy Sylvestre lead the UB Mingoes with 25 points and 10 rebounds in their 85-76 loss to Presbyterian College Tuesday at The Kendal Issacs Gym in Summer of Thunder action.
Great Exuma Classic winners
The Bahamas Golf Federation held it’s annual Great Exuma Classic last weekend at the Sandals Emerald Bay Golf Course and extends congratulations to the following winners.
MJ seeking assistance to pursue his professional football dream
Having to run nearly three miles in the heat every day for training did not deter him from his passion for football, neither did being held up by robbers three times. No matter the challenges – financial or otherwise – Medwelth “MJ” Curry Jr is determined to pursue his love for the game and one day maybe even play as a professional.
Meditation - encouraging you to succeed
When you speak to children about success you can use the following images to explain why you regularly remind them to do homework and pay attention in class:1. Running a race with the coach, the fans and team members cheering you on, motivating you t
City of Israel Church asks Bahamians to take a leap of faith
Annual convention to feature speakers from Nigeria, US
MEMBERS of the City of Israel International Covenant Church are encouraging Bahamians to take a “Quantum Leap of Faith” at this year’s convention.For seven days, beginning Monday, August 20, and ending Sunday, August 26, the convention will take plac
Who's in the Skin?
Finding the positive in the negative
This week I begin with a question:Is there such a thing as being too positive?If we are honest with ourselves there are times when we don’t want to smile; or see the brighter side of things. There are times when we want to do a little wallowing in se
Two arrests over marijuana find
TWO men were arrested after police seized marijuana from them in two separate incidents.In the first incident, shortly before 6pm on Tuesday, Mobile Division officers, acting on information went to Potter’s Cay Dock, where they saw a man standing in
Three of the best are honoured by Queen
GOVERNOR General Dame Marguerite Pindling conferred awards on three distinguished Bahamian citizens during a Queen’s Honours Investiture ceremony at Government House yesterday. The exercise marked completion of the recognition of those honoured in th
Drugs case delayed by lack of translator
A SENIOR magistrate yesterday had to adjourn the drug case against five foreign nationals involved in the discovery and seizure of 100 pounds of suspected marijuana after her court was unable to secure a Spanish translator for the duration of the hea
Potholes are a nuisance
THE streets of New Providence are filled with potholes. They are everywhere.
Prince George Wharf
I write to wholeheartedly agree with the chairman of the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce, Michael Maura: the urgent redevelopment of the Prince George Wharf must be a priority of this government. In general, The Bahamas tends to fail at identifying and taking advantage of emerging economic opportunities. Well, in this instance, Arawak Port Development seems to have identified a great one.
Jones leads Suns to victory with 27 points
For the second consecutive game, Bahamian WNBA star Jonquel Jones posted another season-high total.
Wildcats end Bahamas tour with 4-0 record
The winningest programme in men’s college basketball history recently completed its second foreign tour in the Bahamas hoping that the early tests will set the tone for the team to fulfill the lofty expectations of the preseason rankings.
