Governance reformers: Make transparency laws 'a priority'
Governance reformers yesterday argued that prioritising government transparency and accountability will help combat the same cost of living crisis that the Davis administration is focused on.
Cruise port targeting 25% visitor rise to 5.6m in ‘24
Nassau Cruise Port yesterday affirmed it is targeting a near-25 percent increase in passengers to 5.6m for 2024 after receiving close to 4.5m last year.
Graycliff workers enjoy 20% pay increase over five years
The hotel union’s president says the newly-signed industrial agreement with Graycliff will give 50 workers a 20 percent pay rise spread over five years and place them in a “more stable position”.
Fired Atlantis shop steward now working at hotel union
A former Atlantis chief shop steward, whose firing last year triggered a formal trade dispute, has elected not to return to the resort and is now employed full-time with the hotel union.
Man killed in seventh murder of year
A MAN was shot dead on Saturday afternoon in the seventh murder since the start of the new year.
Miss Bahamas Universe resigns claiming lack of support
MISS Bahamas Universe Melissa Ingraham has resigned from her position, saying her decision was due to the disappointing experiences and a lack of support from the Miss Bahamas Universe Organisation.
Hotel union signs industrial agreement with Graycliff
THE Bahamas Hotel Catering and Allied Workers Union signed a five-year industrial agreement with Graycliff Hotel and Restaurant on Friday.
Man in court on murder, firearm charges
A 24-year-old appeared before the Magistrate’s Court on Friday to face murder and firearm charges.
American man accused of killing his father
A 26-YEAR-OLD American man faced Magistrate’s Court on Friday accused of the first murder of 2024.
Man dead after Nassau Village shooting
A man is dead after a shooting in Nassau Village on Friday night.
Clubs & Societies January, 5th, 2024
On January 10, 2024, at 9.30am, the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc (Iota Epsilon Lambda and Phi Mu Chapters) in conjunction with the University of The Bahamas will host the 2nd Annual MLK High School Students Oratorical Competition.
DIANE PHILLIPS: Road to White House does not run through The Bahamas - What is Ron DeSantis thinking?
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis got lost on his way to the nomination for Republican candidate for US president in the 2024 election.
ONE ELEUTHERA FOUNDATION – The many benefits of a backyard garden
As we start out a new year and consider the various ways we could potentially live a more sustainable and successful life in the coming year, I want to take this opportunity to highlight the many benefits of backyard farming and growing fresh food in your own yard, home, or community.
Thompson calls on Davis administration to stop raising taxes on Bahamians
EAST Grand Bahama MP Kwasi Thompson wants the Davis administration to stop raising taxes and fees on Bahamians, saying this would help the country fight inflation.
ORG calls for swift action on implementation of the Freedom of Information Act
THE Organisation for Responsible Governance (ORG) wants swift action on implementing the Freedom of Information Act, calling it a critical tool.
Cartwright says govt has no plan for fighting crime
FREE National Movement Deputy Leader Shanendon Cartwright said the government does not have a crime plan.
Fast-food chain aiming for $1.5m growth ‘slam dunk’
A Bahamian fast food franchise yesterday revealed it aims to create 25 jobs through a $1.5m expansion into its tenth New Providence location after all planning approvals are obtained.
Taxi drivers threaten own ‘Battle 4 Atlantis’
The Bahamas Taxi Cab Union (BTCU) yesterday threatened to launch its own “Battle for Atlantis” over the mega resort’s efforts to prevent drivers from “clogging” the Coral Towers entrance.
