CARICOM launches comprehensive review of Caribbean’s trade relations with US
CARICOM has launched a comprehensive review of the region’s trade relations with the United States as Caribbean leaders brace for potential challenges stemming from shifting US trade policies.
GAIN AN EDGE: Illuminating pathways - Eleuthera’s job readiness programme sparks transformation
AS Eleuthera native Kristanna Shantor Sands watched her cousin and his wife diligently complete their assignments for University of The Bahamas’ (UB) Leading Light Programme (LLP), a realisation struck her — this was more than just a training initiative. It was a gateway to new possibilities in the booming tourism industry.
Man shot dead in front of girlfriend and child
A man was gunned down while in the car with his girlfriend and young child outside a restaurant this morning.
Murder accused remanded after bail violation
A MAN awaiting trial for murder was granted bail on Friday after he was accused of failing to sign in at his local police station for 18 days.
"Prolific offender" sentenced to three years for groping teen
A MAN was sentenced to three years in prison on Friday after he admitted to indecently assaulting an 18-year-old female at Prince George Wharf earlier this month.
Teen accused of West St murder
A 17-year-old boy was imprisoned on Friday after he was accused of the fatal shooting of Miler Thelamour on West Street last year.
Man to compensate officer injured when he resisted arrest
A MAN was ordered to compensate a police superintendent he injured while resisting arrest earlier this month.
PM signed a $200m framework agreement with Afreximbank at CARICOM last week
PRIME Minister Philip Davis signed a $200 million framework agreement with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) last week on the sidelines of a CARICOM meeting in Barbados.
Crawfish volumes up 10-15% but ‘don’t let our guard down’
Bahamian fishermen are warning “we must not let our guard down” over illegal poaching despite enjoying a 10-15 percent year-over-year increase in lobster catch volumes for the season to-date.
‘Tighten’ anti-corruption Bills and ‘restore trust’
Anti-corruption Bills passed by the House of Assembly on Wednesday are vital “to restore trust” in the fight against graft but they can be further “tightened”, governance reformers argued yesterday.
Don’t abandon Integrity Commission, Gov’t told
Governance reformers yesterday warned it will be a mistake for the Government to abandon the proposed Integrity Commission Bill and the “proactive” anti-corruption measures it contains.
Minister: Small businesses more cyber crime vulnerable
A Cabinet minister yesterday described cyber security is both a “key pillar of economic stability and growth” and critical to The Bahamas’ national security.
‘Absolutely confident’ govt to hit fiscal goals
THE Government last night signalled it remains wedded to its full-year fiscal targets despite amassing a near-$400m deficit during the first six months as recurrent spending jumped 13.4 percent year-over-year.
SpaceX environment study ‘insufficient’ say activists
ALTHOUGH a SpaceX report released yesterday concluded that booster landings in The Bahamas are expected to have minimal impact on marine life, water quality, and local ecosystems, environmentalists argued that the document is insufficient and cannot substitute for a full environmental impact assessment (EIA).
Police investigate suspected suicide of man on Fritz Lane yesterday
POLICE are investigating the suspected suicide of a 39-year-old man at a residence on Fritz Lane, off East Street, yesterday morning.
Sweeting’s Cay residents call for dock and school repairs
RESIDENTS of Sweeting’s Cay are demanding the restoration of their government dock, rebuilding their school, and improvements to unreliable telecommunication services on the island.
Rehires a ‘slap in face’ to workers
BAHAMAS Customs Immigration and Allied Workers Union (BCIAWU) president Deron Brooks has called the Davis administration’s decision to rehire nearly 500 retired public servants a “slap in the face” to workers still fighting for overdue salaries, better conditions, and upward mobility, while teachers’ union president Belinda Wilson has demanded a freeze on the practice.
Carnival’s $600m GB port to open July 19
Carnival Cruise Line’s $600m Grand Bahama port is now set to open in July with senior executives touring the location to assess construction progress.
Coroner questions why only one officer on duty when prisoner died
THE coroner yesterday questioned how three police officers were on break simultaneously during their shift, leaving only one officer at Central Police Station the night a 60-year-old detainee was in custody — only to be found dead the following morning.
AML foods wins award at North American food wholesalers show
AML Foods Limited was awarded the 2024 Circle of Excellence Local Independent Performance Award at the UNFI Spring and Summer Show recently held in Orlando, Florida.
