PM: IMMIGRATION CHIEF HAS RETIRED – Davis says Ferguson left by choice - not through victimisation
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis broke his silence on recent leadership changes to the Department of Immigration yesterday, saying former acting Director of Immigration Keturah Ferguson willingly left her post and retired.
Advertorial: Aggreko expands presence in the Bahamas establishing a local entity and appoints seasoned businessman Jeffrey Beckles as Local Director
Nassau, Bahamas, October 9, 2023 - Aggreko, a global leader in providing flexible energy solutions, is proud to announce its expansion into the Bahamas, by establishing a new local entity in the region. This significant move underscores Aggreko's commitment to powering progress in the Caribbean and increasing its capability to deliver long-term efficient, reliable, and sustainable (including renewable sources) energy solutions.
20 months in jail for man who admitted to having gun
A MAN was sentenced to 20 months in prison yesterday after admitting to having a loaded gun in his car on Bay and George Streets last Friday.
Jonquel Jones and Liberty in 0-2 hole
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A’ja Wilson scored 26 points, grabbed 15 rebounds and the Las Vegas Aces routed the New York Liberty 104-76 last night to take a 2-0 series lead in the WNBA Finals.
International link sees UB join forces with Cambridge
AN INTERNATIONAL link-up has seen the University of The Bahamas (UB) partner with the University of Cambridge and the Securities Commission of The Bahamas to provide a Fintech and Innovation programme.
Man accused of attempted murder fined for bail breach
A MAN on bail for attempted murder was fined $2,500 after admitting to breaching his bail conditions.
DARE act has learned lessons from FTX fall
THE DARE act will have to adjust to the inherent risks associated with crypto currency after the collapse of FTX, including dealing with staking and separation of assets, said Christina Rolle, executive director of the Securities Commission of the Bahamas, yesterday.
Cross-border payments with digital currency ‘next step’
USING digital currency to settle cross-border payments is a “natural progression”, according to Dr Allan Wright, manager at the Central Bank of The Bahamas.
Fintech can ‘help reach those without banking’
FINTECH can help “promote greater financial inclusion” and provide a banking solution for those without accounts in the region, said Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis yesterday.
Jazz Chisholm Little League teams sweep five divisions at 2nd Reloaded Invitational
THE Jazz Chisholm Little League (JCLL) teams took home five division championships at the second edition of the Reloaded Baseball Invitational.
Charlotte Hornets waive Kai Jones
The Charlotte Hornets yesterday waived Bahamian big man and former first-round draft pick Kai Jones.
Stadium repairs to halt end of year sporting events
THE impending repairs of the Thomas A Robinson National Stadium will pose a problem for upcoming sporting events, including the ninth edition of the HomeTown Lenders Bahamas Bowl.
‘Junkanoo Boyz’ confident ahead of Concacaf Nations League matchup vs Antigua & Barbuda
THE Bahamas Football Association (BFA) selected a 21-member senior men’s national soccer team to face Antigua and Barbuda in the second window of the Confederation of North, Central American and Caribbean Association Football Nations League matches on home soil this Saturday at 6pm.
Raise the standard of debate
The heckling and shoutings, the uncontrolled roars of laughter, the constant interruptions poorly disguised as “points of order”, are all evidence of a precipitous decline in the quality of debate within our parliament over the years.
Finlayson tribute
It was August 24th 1947 when in the heart of the valley on the island of New Providence a bouncing baby boy was born to the late Alpheus Finlayson, Sr, and Dianna Finlayson (nee Deveaux). They named him Alpheus Alexander Finlayson, Jr.
Mitchell concern
I am writing to express deep concern and indignation over the recent statement issued by chairman Fred Mitchell of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) regarding the West Grand Bahama candidacy. It is not just the vagueness and ambiguity of the statement that is troubling, but the apparent overt deviation from constitutional and democratic norms.
BNT executive Lynn Gape congratulated on National Heroes Award recognition
LEADING environmentalists are congratulating long-serving Bahamas National Trust (BNT) executive Lynn Gape for her steadfast commitment to conservation over many decades and praised the decision to bestow the Order of Excellence upon her as part of the 2023 National Heroes Awards.
Baha Mar donates $100k to Red Cross to aid in replacing $80k of stolen equipment
BAHA MAR donated $100,000 to The Bahamas Red Cross yesterday after the non-profit organisation was robbed of $80,000 worth of equipment.
GB traffic accident sends two adults and a baby to hospital
Two adults and a baby were taken to the hospital following a serious traffic accident in the Bahamia area on Wednesday evening.
STATESIDE: Biden facing increasingly challenging issues as elections near
US President Joe Biden’s life and job just got a whole lot more complicated and fraught this week, and on top of that, his stubbornly low popularity ratings in recent months have offered little consolation that he will be rewarded next year with another term in office.
