Detective testifies on role in handling marijuana evidence
A POLICE detective testified in the Grand Bahama’s Magistrate’s Court on Monday about his role in handling suspected marijuana evidence during the trial of a Grand Bahama man accused of possessing dangerous drugs with intent to supply.
Op-Ed: Chinese Ambassador stresses cooperation, shared interests and development synergy with Bahamas
NEARLY 100 Bahamian representatives from various sectors visited China this year, supported by the Chinese Embassy. Most of them were impressed by China's rapid development, high technology, and its unique development path.
Atlantis’ annual ‘battle for the cause’ hits Montagu
ONCE again, Atlantis resort provided an opportunity for its staff and the general public to participate in their annual Fun Run, Walk, Roll race at Montagu Bay.
The woman bringing pelvic health into the spotlight
FOR nearly two decades, Dr DeVonnia Bonimy-Lee has been one of the quiet powerhouses shaping women’s wellness in the Bahamas. With a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, board certification as a Women’s Health Clinical Specialist and additional certifications in lymphoedema, cosmetic surgery therapy and yoga, her career reflects a rare blend of clinical expertise, compassion and advocacy.
Police investigate shooting that left three in hospital
Police are investigating a shooting that left three men in hospital on Sunday.
ERIC WIBERG: Wrecking - A history of survival and adaptation
Few chapters in Bahamian maritime history capture the tension between survival and morality like the era of wrecking.
Pintard accused of ‘desperate’ and ‘extremely reckless’ passport claims
DIRECTOR of Communications Latrae Rahming has accused Free National Movement leader Michael Pintard of making a “desperate” and “extremely reckless” allegation after the opposition chief claimed a bag of passports was found on a Bahamasair flight and triggered an internal probe.
Family of Gus Cooper distances themselves from Way Forward Valley Boys faction
THE family of the late Winston “Gus” Cooper has publicly distanced itself from the Way Forward faction of the Valley Boys and declared that only the World Famous faction, led by Brian Adderley, could host this year’s birthday celebrations in his honour.
Bahamas Striping donates J$16m to Jamaica's hurricane effort
BAHAMAS Striping Group of Companies has announced a contribution to Jamaica’s Hurricane Melissa recovery effort, donating J$16m — about US$104,000 — and pledging 5,000 school bags valued at US$20,000 to support students affected by the storm.
Rosewood developer to file revised plan amid protest
THE developer of the proposed $200m Rosewood Exuma resort on East Sampson Cay says it will file a revised site plan with the Town Planning Committee, following community feedback and ongoing controversy surrounding aspects of the project.
‘There’s no maritime law that justifies that kind of tiefing’
WHAT began on Thursday as a jubilant rush to loot a grounded barge off Abaco became a criminal scandal over the weekend, with at least two arrested and National Security Minister Wayne Munroe denouncing the mass theft as “criminal behaviour” that “gave Abaco a black eye.”
Tributes and tears as family and friends remember Madilyn
GRIEF hung heavy over St Joseph’s Catholic Parish on Thursday as the mother of 16-year-old Madilyn Thompson described how “alive” and full of joy her daughter had been just hours before her fatal fall in Panama earlier this month.
'We lost everything'
HEARTBREAK and disbelief swept through Arawak Cay yesterday as a fast-moving fire tore through a section of the popular food strip, destroying at least six stalls and severely damaging two others.
Carjacking spree accused also charged with putting woman in fear with handgun
A MAN was remanded to prison on Thursday after he was accused of a spree of armed carjackings earlier this month.
KDK Report: A wolf and a raven
For thousands of years and across multiple continents, a quiet partnership thrives between two unlikely allies.
Hanna strikes gold
FEMALE judoka Karra Hanna made history for The Bahamas Judo Federation with the victory, winning the first senior gold medal on the International Judo Federation world ranking circuit.
Valerie Nesbitt has triple-double as Bahamas defeats Jamaica 88-56
NOT only did The Bahamas pull off a mammoth win over its archrival, but Valerie Nesbitt produced a performance to remember.
Smart-storage service opens to assist US embassy visitors
A NEW smart-storage service aimed at solving a longstanding frustration for US Embassy visitors has opened on Shirley Street, after its founder turned her own stressful visa appointment into a business idea.
