US Embassy: We are committed to work with Bahamas to combat corruption
THE US Embassy in Nassau has reaffirmed the US government’s commitment to working with The Bahamas to combat corruption after a US federal indictment highlighted serious corruption allegations involving law enforcement officers.
Atlantis chief expects strong first quarter in new year
ATLANTIS is currently operating at 90 percent occupancy, according to the resort’s president, Audrey Oswell, who expects the first quarter of next year to match the strong performance of the first quarter of 2024
Pintard hosts Thanksgiving dinner for over 200 senior citizens
Michael Pintard, Member of Parliament for Marco City, hosted a Thanksgiving luncheon on Thursday for more than 200 senior citizens in his constituency.
Three men get probation on separate drug charges
THREE men were placed on six months probation after admitting to two separate drug charges.
Two women accused of injuring 10-year-old boy
TWO women were granted bail yesterday after being accused of injuring a ten-year-old boy left under their supervision.
Sisters charged with stealing $10k from Dunkin Donuts
TWO sisters were granted bail after they allegedly stole more than $10,000 while working at Dunkin Donuts earlier this year.
Taking Flight: How birding ecotours can diversify The Bahamas’ tourism industry and foster conservation
The Bahamas is perhaps best known for its shimmering aquamarine waters, powdery-sand beaches, and world-class beach resorts that can rival any in the world.
Equestrian team returns home after outstanding performances
EQUESTRIAN Bahamas’ four-member team returned from the Grand Caraibe Suriname in Ponderosa Stables, Paramaribo, Suriname with some outstanding performances.
The impact of climate on athletic performance in The Bahamas: Adapting to our unique environment
AS the temperatures drop slightly during what is considered “winter” in The Bahamas, athletes face a unique set of environmental challenges that can impact performance.
Buddy Hield passes Dirk Nowitzki in all time made 3s
GRAND Bahamian sharpshooter Chavano “Buddy” Hield cracked top-20 territory on the NBA All-Time made threes list earlier this month and has continued to climb the list ever since.
SAC wins ‘best high school’ award
ONE year shy of its 80th anniversary, the Big Red Machine carted off several awards from the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture’s National Awards Ceremony to add to its impressive collection at St Augustine’s College.
Athletes of the Month: Xavion Johnson, GHS senior girls’ volleyball team
BAHAMIAN judoka Xavion Johnson and the Government High School (GHS) Magic senior girls’ volleyball team emerged as November’s Tribune Athletes of the Month.
Andros Chamber chief says: ‘Scotiabank has forsaken us’
The Andros Chamber of Commerce president yesterday asserted that “Scotiabank has forsaken us” amid ongoing struggles to access banking services after the area’s sole ATM was vandalised nine months ago.
Two-speed real estate market still sustaining
The Bahamas continues to have a two-speed real estate market with industry operators yesterday voicing optimism that the concluded US presidential election will further boost international buyer demand.
Law firm’s senior partner’ named in four directories
The McKinney, Bancroft & Hughes (MB&H) law firm has announced that its senior partner, John F. Wilson KC, has been ranked in the top tier of attorneys in four major legal directories.
US drug corruption charges raise Bahamian travel fears
Aviation operators yesterday warned the drug and corruption-related charges levied against law enforcement officials and others could harm the ability of Bahamians to travel with “our national security now at stake”.
Water Corp targeted 10% rate hikes before PM’s intervention
The Water & Sewerage Corporation had wanted to raise rates for thousands of households via annual increases of up to 10 percent for three successive years before being blocked by the Prime Minister.
Commission’s $221.6m set to rank behind FTX victims
The Securities Commission’s top executive yesterday confirmed it is in talks for its $221.55m claim to rank behind FTX’s clients and other victims in the creditor payout queue.
