Smooth operators book ticket to best-of-seven
THE R&B Operators wasted little time in doubling up the Black Scorpions to book their ticket to the New Providence Softball Association ladies’ best-of-seven championship series.
Hall of famers to be honoured
WHILE there is consideration on whether or not a national championship or invitational tournament will take place, the Bahamas Softball Federation will be going forth with the hosting of their 2024 Hall of Fame Induction.
BGDBA: Patrollers, Ballers advance, semis begin tonight
The Bamboo Shack Patrollers and Nassau Flight Services Ballers have secured their spots in the semifinals of the Bahamas Government Departmental Basketball Association (BGDBA) playoffs which are slated to begin at 7.30pm tonight at the DW Davis Gymnasium.
Shutout for Chisholm and Yankees
IT wasn’t the outcome that third baseman Jasrado ‘Jazz’ Chisholm Jr and his New York Yankees expected in game two of their three-game series against the Kansas City Royals.
About 180 workers file for NIB benefits since Exuma resort’s closure
LABOUR director Howard Thompson said the Ministry of Labour has registered about 180 workers from temporarily closed Sandals Emerald Bay for National Insurance Board (NIB) benefits.
Pintard condemns govt for failing to disclose ‘crucial details’ of Saudi loan
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard has condemned the Davis administration for failing to disclose “crucial details” regarding loans with Saudi authorities.
Nygard sentenced to 11 years prison
A CANADIAN judge described Peter Nygard as a “sexual predator” who exploited his position and wealth to abuse young women before sentencing him to 11 years in prison yesterday.
Internal auditor at WSC says painting contract ‘three times’ more than others
AN internal auditor at the Water and Sewerage Corporation revealed yesterday that the corporation paid vendors contracted to paint water tanks “three times” the quoted amount per tank compared to estimates submitted by another company interested in the project.
GBPA has made contributions to both parties, says Hayward
GRAND Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) director Rupert Hayward said the authority has made equal financial contributions to the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) and the Free National Movement (FNM), insisting the GBPA is “politically agnostic”.
‘No role for police chief on shootings’
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe claimed neither the director of public prosecutions (DPP) nor the commissioner of police has a role in deciding the fate of officers who get adverse findings following police-involved killings.
Cadets celebrate graduation
The Bahamas Meteorological Cadets recently celebrated the graduation of its 2024 cohort, with 17 students completing the programme — a notable increase from last year’s inaugural group.
Five Bahamians awarded Chevening scholarships
FIVE Bahamians with a vision to improve the country have been awarded Chevening scholarships to pursue master’s degrees in the United Kingdom.
Norius notches first placing
JIMMY Norius, still seeking more financial support to continue competing in the sport of bodybuilding, pulled off his first placing since turning professional two years ago.
PETER YOUNG: New tough action set to protect European borders
In the direct words of United Nations bureaucrats, migration has become a global phenomenon in the 21st century.
Crime not a political problem
DAILY, I thank The Lord God, Jesus Christ, the He allow and permitted me to become a lawyer and advocate back in the day.
FACE TO FACE - The benefits of fostering relationships and goodwill
Friendship is a foundation for progress.
UABU ‘not satisfied’ with possible 30-day ban on foreign entertainers
AFTER Labour director Howard Thompson said he could support a 30-day moratorium on short-term work permits for foreign artists, United Artists Bahamas Union (UABU) president Anita Tynes said she won’t be satisfied with this unless certain issues are resolved.
Romer says plans progressing well on Bimini Airport Development
Residents of Bimini gathered in large numbers on Friday, September 6, 2024 at a community Town Hall Meeting to receive updates on the multi-million-dollar airport development.
Jazz and Yankees pull off home rout
IT was a good night at the office on Monday for third baseman Jasrado ‘Jazz’ Chisholm and his New York Yankees.
Cartwright shines in President’s Cup
The 2024 Bahamas Golf Federation annual RF’s President’s Cup annual tournament took place over the weekend.
