Lynes says she is ‘more than qualified’ to be chairman
PLP deputy chair Robyn Lynes says she is more than qualified for the position of party chairman despite the Prime Minister’s recent comments that he doesn’t support her candidacy for the role.
Mitchell is confident ‘team will stay together’
PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party chairman Fred Mitchell suggested “we’ll have the right results” so that the “team stays together” ahead of the party elections.
TOP EXEC’S DAUGHTER GOT WSC CONTRACT: New revelation about current chief emerges in Adrian Gibson trial
ADRIAN Gibson’s corruption trial began yesterday with Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) executive chairman Sylvanus Petty admitting under cross-examination that his daughter had a contract with the company.
IAN FERGUSON: Business must do its part on Xmas security
As we near the start of the holiday season, there is usually an expectation that the criminal element will increase their activity. While we cannot predict the extent to which crime will increase, we do know that economic pressures, increasing social ills and opportunities through increased tourist activity creates the potential for a perfect storm.
Water Corp ‘pursuing’ capital works finance
The Water and Sewerage Corporation plans to pursue loan and financing programmes to fund capital works throughout The Bahamas after completing its corporate business plan, it was revealed yesterday.
Water Corp unveils AI leaks detection
The Water and Sewerage Corporation yesterday unveiled artificial intelligence (AI) technology that it plans to deploy to detect leaks.
Ayton posts double double but Trail Blazers lose in overtime
BAHAMIAN professional player Deandre Ayton posted a double double in the Portland Trail Blazers’ most recent loss in overtime against the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night.
‘Buddy’ Hield scores 11 points in win over Giannis and Bucks
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo scored an NBA season-high 54 points, but committed two turnovers after Tyrese Haliburton’s go-ahead 3-pointer with 1:29 left and the Indiana Pacers beat the Milwaukee Bucks 126-124 last night.
Watching BPL meters not so simple
Your editorial on the BPL late fee was apropos to say the least. On Sunday last I had a real lesson in humility, as I stood behind a lady who was checking out at a grocery shop. She emptied her trolley, one item at a time, eyes fixed on the register monitor, making sure she did not go over what she could spend, and every so often she would ask the cashier to cancel an item.
Shame on govt - $350 not enough
I have a tremendous amount of respect and regard for the Honourable Pia Glover Rolle, Member of the Cabinet of The Bahamas. Nevertheless, I feel it necessary to cry shame upon her suggestion that a minimum of $350 per week for people in The Bahamas would be “a little reckless”.
QC graduates sign on athletic scholarships
It was a dream come true for Blue Chips Athletics Club javelin throwers G’Shan Brown and Kaden Cartwright. The two Queen’s College 2023 graduates signed their names on the dotted line for their athletic scholarships yesterday at Empire Fitness Gym to attend Mississippi State University in August.
GSSSA Volleyball Finals: Three teams win titles
THREE teams can now revel in championship glory after winning the titles in the junior and senior divisions of the Government Secondary Schools Sports Association (GSSSA) volleyball championships yesterday at the Kendal GL Isaacs Gymnasium.
Police investigate alleged attempted suicide in Grand Bahama
GRAND Bahama police are investigating an attempted suicide involving a 22-year-old woman who was rushed to hospital on Wednesday, police reported.
BAAA National High School Cross Country Championships at Fort Charlotte November 25
IN collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations will hold its National High School Cross Country Championships at the refurbished Fort Charlotte on Saturday, November 25.
Bahamas Water Polo team off to CARIFTA
WITH a chance to compete with some additional teams from the Florida area, the Bahamas will join three other teams from the Caribbean to participate in the 2023 Under-14 Co-Ed CARIFTA Water Polo Championships.
Navigating Electrolyte Balance in Athletes: A Vital Component of Performance and Health Introduction
Electrolytes, the unsung heroes within our bodies, play a crucial role in the athletic arena. Sodium, potassium, chloride and calcium are the cornerstone electrolytes that contribute to proper cellular function, muscle contraction and nerve transmission.
Boy hit by armoured truck remains in serious condition
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe says he is still awaiting an official report from authorities after an eight-year-old boy on his way to school was hit by an armoured truck.
Student Spotlight
Rachea Fernander, pictured top, is a ninth grade student at LW Young Jr High School and was awarded the position of deputy head girl during their recent prefect instillation ceremony.
Getting a glimpse of college life
High School students got a chance to experience college life through the Morehouse College Alumni Association’s Immersion Excursion.
Planting the future
Primary schools received fruit trees from BAMSI as part its One to One initiate.
