‘15 years too little for killing my son’
THE mother of Omar Davis, Jr –– the high-achieving young accountant killed in 2022 –– said the 15-year sentence her son’s killer has received is a “slap on the wrist” that does not bring justice.
Police investigating alleged suicide attempt
Police are investigating an alleged suicide attempt of a 35-year-old woman from western New Providence yesterday.
Police search for suspects after woman sexually assaulted on Paradise Island
Police are searching for two men who allegedly sexually assaulted a 51-year-old woman at gunpoint on Paradise Island last night.
Man found dead near fruit stand
A man was found dead with an apparent gunshot wound to the head off Cowpen Road last night.
Man accused of having gun and ammo pleads not guilty
A 28-year-old man was granted bail of $8,000 after he was allegedly found with a loaded gun on a motorcycle last month.
Man pleads not guilty on drug charges granted bail
A MAN was granted $9,900 bail after he was accused of having illicit drugs last week.
FRONT PORCH: The ghosts of vicious colonial and racist mindset endure
There is a racist and colonial mindset born of European imperialism that endures.
What’s your favourite scripture, and what does it mean to you?
There are many memorable Bible passages that people hold near and dear to their hearts and which get them through life’s myriad experiences.
EDITORIAL: Andros fire highlights out islands’ need for resources
WHEN The Tribune spoke to North Andros administrator about a fire that had broken out on the island, we were assured that it was mostly contained.
Davis says details on BPL transformative deal to come when ‘all the ducks in a row’
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said the government will reveal more details about a deal to transform Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) when it has “all the ducks in a row”.
PM promises to fix drainage on East Bay Street but businesses concerned over consultation
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis toured the East Bay Street area yesterday and said the government would fix drainage issues, but some are concerned the project is gearing up without their input and would hurt their business if roads are uprooted.
NIB comes through after long wait
I had filed an appeal at NIB in September 2021. It would appear that for some reason the appeal was “sat on” for about two years.
Bahamians turn out to be baptised during ‘Reaping the Harvest’ weekend
More than 20 individuals gave their lives to Christ and were baptised by water in during a special weekend hosted by Life Changers Ministries International (LCMI).
Tribune Carifta Games 2024 supplement now online
Relive this year's CARIFTA Games coverage with our special supplement, now available to read as a pdf edition.
Now-Cabinet minister wins just 14.5% of union claim
A SUPREME Court judge has awarded a now-Cabinet minister just 14.5 percent of the compensation he was seeking over a breach of contract battle with the Bahamas Union of Teachers (BUT).
Contractor chief challenges ‘short sighted’ stadium deal
THE Bahamian Contractors Association’s (BCA) president yesterday argued it was “short-sighted” not to ensure the national stadium’s overhaul involves skills and knowledge transfer by the Chinese.
‘Total incompatibility’: But $100m project forges on
AN Exuma-based developer says it is pursuing all necessary approvals for a $100m project that has forced a neighbouring resort to place its development plans on hold and raised environmental concerns.
Ex-civil service union boss: I urged pension reform two decades ago
A FORMER union leader says he recommended that civil service pensions be made contributory almost two decades ago as financial analysts warned “it’s all coming home to roost” over a forecast $3.5bn hole.
Dealers: Used car sales up 30% with ‘level playing field’
AUTO dealers yesterday argued they could increase their used car sales by up to 30 percent if the authorities enforce a competitive ‘level playing field’ with roadside vendor rivals.
