Two RBDF ships to deploy to Haiti before End of year
THE Bahamas’ substantial involvement in a multinational security support mission to Haiti may beagin by the end of this month, according to National Security Minister Wayne Munroe, who said two boats will be deployed by December 22 to patrol offshore areas, intercept illegal firearms entering Haiti, and prevent migrants from leaving the country.
Community appeals for help for families affected by Taylor Street fire
A home was destroyed, and three other houses suffered extensive damage after an unattended candle sparked a fire on Taylor Street on Sunday.
Ferguson says all Junkanoo groups support withdrawal
FORMER Junkanoo Corporation of New Providence (JCNP) chairman Silbert Ferguson claimed yesterday that Junkanoo groups have unanimously agreed to withdraw from the annual parades if the Davis administration insists that both Valley Boys factions be allowed to compete in the main category of the parades.
PM: US hasn’t given corrupt official’s ID
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis appeared frustrated yesterday by US officials’ failure to identify an unnamed high-ranking Bahamian politician mentioned in a recent federal indictment alleging that police and government officials helped smuggle tons of cocaine through The Bahamas to the US.
Gov’t agencies meet merchants to tackle living costs, complaints
Officials from the Bahamas Trade Commission and consumer watchdog yesterday met with leading merchants to discuss ways to lower the cost of living and improve the customer experience.
New cinema heading to Mall at Marathon
The Mall at Marathon has confirmed a new movie theatre is coming almost two years after Galleria Cinemas closed its doors in April 2022 following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Defence surprised as Gibson’s cousin called to resume testimony, court adjourns
A SUPREME Court judge adjourned the trial of Adrian Gibson and others yesterday after a defence attorney expressed surprise that a key witness was called to resume testimony.
It is unfair unless, of course, it is true
BETWEEN the scandal involving allegations of corrupt officials involved in the smuggling of cocaine through The Bahamas and the chaos enveloping Junkanoo at the moment, the government can hardly seem to catch a breath.
Road closures for RBPF Beat Retreat 2024
The Royal Bahamas Police Force will host its Annual Beat Retreat in Rawson Square on Sunday, December 15, 2024, starting at 4pm.
ALICIA WALLACE: Writing our rage - working individually and together to end gender-based violence
Yesterday, December 10, was Human Rights Day and the final day of the Global 16 Days Campaign, also known as 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
Two men remorseful over fight that led to six-year-old girl being harmed at beach
TWO men expressed sincere remorse after admitting to injuring a six-year-old girl while fighting on Cabbage Beach earlier this month.
Former police officer accused of incest by daughter acquitted
A 53-year-old former police officer was acquitted of incest charges yesterday after his daughter accused him of sexually assaulting her in 2021.
33-year-old found guilty of 2012 murder of Dennis Tynes
A 33-year-old man has been found unanimously guilty of the 2012 murder of Dennis Tynes, 25, near East Street.
Company closure fears on business ease and costs
The Chamber of Commerce’s chief executive yesterday warned that failing to resolve ever-growing challenges with the cost and ease of doing business will “inevitably force” companies to close their doors
Cruise lines rename their Bahamian private island
Two cruise lines yesterday announced the renaming of a Bahamian private island destination to RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay.
Sandals chief addresses staff in Bahamas, eight other countries
The Sandals resort chain recently held a second group-wide meeting for 2024 that saw Adam Stewart, its executive chairman, address employees from nine countries including The Bahamas.
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Govt track record on accountability laws is slow
THE Davis administration’s plan to create an independent commission to investigate misconduct allegations against law enforcement officers comes after it has been slow to push broad measures that enhance transparency, accountability, and public trust in public officials and critical institutions.
US indictment involving Bahamian officers ‘had errors’, says Cooper
DEPUTY Prime Minister Chester Cooper said a US federal indictment making explosive corruption allegations about law enforcement officers had “errors”.
White denies assisting in Cartwright’s toss of mace
ST Anne’s MP Adrian White denied playing a role in helping FNM deputy leader Shanendon Cartwright throw the Speaker’s mace out of a House of Assembly window last week.
