PM declines to confirm Cabinet reshuffle
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis declined to say if he will shuffle his Cabinet as the administration approaches the two-year mark.
UB study finds 1-in-4 women knew their partner cheated
AN academic survey found that one in four married Bahamian women knew their partner was adulterous.
School roof failure error of employee, Davis says
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said employee error caused the collapse of the trusses of a roof under construction at RM Bailey Senior High School nearly two weeks ago - while concerns have been raised over the contract and insurance for the work.
‘Full steam ahead’ for Royal Caribbean on PI
Royal Caribbean’s Bahamas chief has hailed as “a critical milestone” the environmental go-ahead for its Paradise Island beach club “that could benefit hundreds of businesses and tens of thousands of Bahamians”.
Celebrating Perry Christie
In the vast tapestry of life, there are those figures who, with their vibrant threads, leave an indelible mark on the canvas of history. As we come together to celebrate the 80th birthday of our esteemed former Prime Minister, Perry Christie, we aren’t just commemorating the birth of a leader, but a legacy, a dance, and a narrative that has been deeply interwoven with the heart and soul of our nation.
Get mad but have some remedies
Quite likely, someone is going to get mad about what I have to say here today. I wouldn’t be saying it if there wasn’t already a lot of madness all around us out there. So, the question might be ‘what am I hoping to achieve by writing this?’ Who knows? Maybe, not much. Nevertheless, by throwing this little, incy-wincy pebble of provocation, maybe it just might hit the right nerve. Instead of ignoring the plethora of madness enveloping us, perhaps a few more people will acknowledge it for what it is.
Team Bahamas wins the Goodwill Swimming Championships
THE Bahamas continues to prove their dominance in swimming after emerging victorious at the Goodwill Swimming Championships in Kingston, Jamaica.
GARDINER ADVANCES TO 400M SEMIFINALS – Early exit for Miller-Uibo, Jones, Russell, Thomas and Hall-Smith
It was smooth sailing for the return of quarter-miler Steven Gardiner, but past champions Shaunae Miller-Uibo and Donald Thomas along with Alonzo Russell and rookies Terrence Jones and Shakeem Hall-Smith all made an early exit at the World Championships.
Bahamas earns a berth in 2024 Olympic Qualifying Tournament
ERIC Gordon came up big down the stretch as the Bahamas pulled off a hard fought 82-75 victory over Argentina to win the FIBA Americas Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament title yesterday to earn their berth in the 2024 Olympic Games Qualifying Tournament next year.
No concerns addressed as BPL union deadline ends
AS a 30-day ultimatum from the Bahamas Electrical Workers Union to Bahamas Power and Light officials ends today, union president Kyle Wilson says none of their concerns were addressed.
RCI to host workshop for interested vendors
ROYAL Caribbean International is to host a workshop on August 29 for prospective vendors, artisans, and suppliers for its proposed development on Paradise Island.
Economic growth critical for Bahamians to prosper
As citizens of The Bahamas, we frequently ponder the intricate workings of our economy, questioning its sources of income and its influence on our daily existence.
Petroleum retailers continue Gov't talks
Bahamian petroleum retailers are pledging to pass any reduction in oil prices on to motorists as they continue "private" discussions with the Government over their calls for a margin increase.
Search teams looking for possible downed aircraft
SEARCH teams were yesterday looking for a possible downed aircraft with one person on board.
Plane makes emergency landing with Health Minister on board
A plane carrying Health and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville had to make an emergency landing yesterday morning shortly after take off from New Providence.
Man injured in morning shooting
A MAN is in hospital after being shot in an early morning incident in New Providence.
LPIA officials urge travellers to arrive 3.5 hours before departure
OFFICIALS at the Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) are urging international travellers to arrive nearly four hours ahead of departure time due to heavy traffic anticipated at the terminal for the remainder of this month.
Mitchell critical of 'relentless march' to a cashless society
FOREIGN Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell said Friday he does not agree with the country being a “cashless society.”
Man jailed for threatening to kill his father
A MAN was sentenced to two months in prison after he admitted to threatening to kill his father earlier this month.
Man charged with unlawful entry and indecent assault
A MAN was granted $3,500 bail after he was accused of illegally entering the home of an 11-year-old girl in Andros last week and groping her.
