Abaco resort concern over slower bookings
An Abaco resort yesterday voiced concern over slower forward bookings even though revenues year-to-date are up 7 percent on a record-breaking 2023.
Bay Street taxi fight ‘not armed robbery’
Bahamian businesses yesterday called for a greater police presence in commercial areas ahead of the upcoming season after a visitor suffered “minor injuries” in a dispute with a taxi driver.
NAD unveils plans for up to $8.5m solar build-out
Lynden Pindling International Airport’s (LPIA) operator will tomorrow unveil plans to invest up to $8.5m in a solar energy project it hopes to start constructing by fall 2025.
Travel event set to showcase Bahamas’ ‘frontrunner’ status
The Ministry of Tourism’s director-general is leading the Bahamian delegation at a three-day global travel trade show in London that is due to end tomorrow.
ALICIA WALLACE: Dear survivor, I believe you
EVERY now and then, there is a story that takes over the news. It is a top story one day, and lingers in the main section, even if not on the front page, for a while. It pops up again when it becomes particularly relevant. It is discussed widely, and in public, by people with varying degrees of knowledge of the situation, but usually with strong opinions regardless of knowledge.
Bar chief condemns arrest of David Cash
THE Bahamas Bar Association condemned the arrest of attorney David Cash, who was charged with disorderly conduct and obscene language after attempting to meet with his client, Mervie Knowles, a Grand Bahama care home administrator accused of elder abuse and financial exploitation.
Prosecutors accuse Gibson defence team of repeated delays
THE lead prosecutor in the criminal trial involving Long Island MP Adrian Gibson and others accused the defence team of repeatedly delaying proceedings by introducing documents not yet proven to be relevant to the case.
Sands calls Davis’ immigration commission ‘lip service’ tactic
FREE National Movement Chairman Dr Duane Sands has questioned the existence of the immigration commission Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis announced last year.
Coleby-Davis announces two-day energy summit to begin tomorrow
THE Ministry of Transport and Energy will host a two-day energy summit from November 7 to November 8 under the theme “Accelerating the Bahamas Energy Transition through Innovative and Strategic Partnership”.
American man pleads guilty to assault on cruise ship worker
AN American man pleaded guilty to assaulting a cruise ship employee aboard the vessel.
Preschool owner charged with failing to pay NIB contributions
A NURSERY and preschool owner plead not guilty to failing to pay over $15,000 in National Insurance Board contributions for the past five years.
Chamber calls for more police patrols downtown
THE Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’s Confederation (BCCEC) called on the police to increase patrols in all commercial areas after a downtown incident captured on camera.
Org announces Map4 Good to help non-profit organisations
THE Organisation for Responsible Governance (ORG) announced the launch of Map4 Good Bahamas, an initiative to improve access to resources and support for non-profit and faith-based organisations nationwide.
Mitchell: Climate change is Bahamas’ number one issue
FOREIGN Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell said Prime Minister Philip Davis has indicated that climate change is the number one policy issue for The Bahamas.
Man killed in morning murder
A man in his late 20s to early 30s was found dead on Finlayson Street in Bain Town following reports of gunshots on Wednesday morning. Superintendent Devon Robinson of the Southern Division confirmed that the incident appears to have originated on Bowe Alley, with the victim attempting to flee north before collapsing.
PM calls for end of Cuba embargo
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis reaffirmed The Bahamas’ position on Cuba during his Diplomatic Week opening address at the Grand Lucayan Resort, calling for an end to the trade embargo restricting economic exchange with the island nation.
Single dads and grandparents seeking food assistance
THE number of single fathers and grandparents facing food insecurity in The Bahamas has risen, with demand for assistance showing no signs of decline, according to Hands For Hunger executive director Keisha Ellis.
American mega resorts owner in negotiations to buy Atlantis
The multi-billion dollar owner of iconic Las Vegas mega resorts such as Caesars Palace, MGM Grand and the Venetian is exploring a deal for Paradise Island's Atlantis resort.
'Bring integrity commission now'
CALLS for an independent Integrity Commission have intensified after revelations surrounding former Christie administration officials involved in the Baha Mar conflict with Sarkis Izmirlian and China Construction America (CCA).
Trump wins White House
Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday, an extraordinary comeback for a former president who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a violent insurrection at the US Capitol, was convicted of felony charges and survived two assassination attempts.
