Man gets absolute discharge after Facebook libel guilty plea
A MAN was granted an absolute discharge after pleading guilty to libel for calling a woman a “thief” on Facebook, after telling the court she still owed him money.
Man arrested over alleged cruise ship sexual assault
AN ALLEGED sexual assault involving two Belgian citizens occurred aboard a cruise ship early Monday morning, with a 47-year-old man later arrested in connection with the incident.
Woman testifies in Exuma rape and aggravated assault trial
A MAN accused of raping and assaulting the mother of his child in Exuma in 2024 was present as testimony was given in his trial.
Man admits to café break-in
A MAN admitted to breaking into a café in Exuma and stealing cash last week.
‘Parents should pay for English lessons’
BAHAMAS Union of Teachers president Belinda Wilson says parents should pay for English lessons for children who cannot speak the language before enrolling them in public schools.
Study reveals Bahamas suffers coral cover drop
The Bahamas has suffered a gradual decline in coral cover throughout the 21st century, a study has revealed, finding that increased global and ocean warming are giving reefs less time to recover.
FNM senator urges probe of Simpson Penn conditions
FREE National Movement (FNM) Senator Arinthia Komolafe has called on the Davis administration to investigate allegations of unsafe working conditions and unfair labour practices at Simpson Penn Centre for Boys.
Two of our four surfers eliminated at ISA World Jr Surfing Championship
TWO 10-foot waves and a difficult eight-foot-plus lineup gave Team Bahamas another taste of what it takes to compete on the international stage yesterday, but the young surfers are leaving their mark as the country makes its historic debut at the ISA World Junior Surfing Championship in El Salvador.
Wellington Miller appointed to serve on technical committee for Pan Am Games
AFTER serving another successful stint on the technical committee for the Central American and Caribbean Games, former Bahamas Olympic Committee president Wellington Miller has been appointed to serve on the same committee for the Pan American Games.
Troy Kemp reflects on his illustrious career
AS he reflected on the life of his late coach/mentor Neville Wisdom, Troy Kemp reminisced about his career and how he is not surprised that his Bahamian men’s national high jump record is still standing.
Dr Raquel Barr-Edgecombe appointed as Interim Dean, Graduate Studies at UB
Associate Professor Dr Raquel Barr-Edgecombe has been appointed as Interim Dean, Graduate Studies at the University of the Bahamas.
Lana Hanna Levarity pursues a lifetime of learning
LANA Hanna Levarity is the perfect example that learning has no expiration date. The retired educator recently completed two postgraduate degrees, proving that learning is a lifelong adventure.
Cancer vaccines could transform treatment and prevention
For the first time, an mRNA cancer vaccine has succeeded in a late-stage clinical trial, a significant advance that could reshape how cancer is treated.
When your jaw is hurting, don't forget to blame your neck
Have you ever woken up with a sore jaw, struggled to chew your breakfast, or heard an annoying clicking sound every time you opened your mouth?
Eleuthera Wellness partners with Island Luck to offer free prostate screenings
Eleuthera Wellness Hospital and Clinics is teaming up again with Island Luck to provide free testing for men during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month which is observed in September.
Despite men not trusting what they see online, some are letting social media drive their behaviours
Are men really influenced by social media?
$10k ‘relocation letter’ causes more Cabbage Beach upheaval
FURTHER confusion and uncertainty arose yesterday over future public access to Paradise Island’s Cabbage Beach after some vendors received a letter allegedly offering them $10,000 to relocate.
‘Something’s not adding up’ over $1bn debt rise on Budget surplus
A BAHAMIAN economist yesterday asserted that “something’s not adding up” with the Government’s finances as she questioned how the national debt could increase by more than $1bn in a year when the Government is still forecasting a $32.7m Budget surplus.
Dealer: No sign of $7 gas prices easing up
A PETROLEUM retailer yesterday warned there is no clear sign gas prices will fall from their present $7 per gallon before year-end due to continued oil market volatility as the Middle East conflict rumbles on. volatile global oil markets could keep prices unpredictable through the final quarter of the year.
