As gas prices rise, retailers 'can't contain this anymore'
The Bahamas Petroleum Retailers Association's (BPRA) president, Raymond Jones, said production cuts in the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) are behind the rise in prices at the pump, which he said underscores the need for a margin increase for retailers as they “can’t contain this anymore".
Inflation trend ‘positive’ as rate shows minimal change
THE trend for inflation has been hailed as "positive" by a campaigner for good governance.
Downtown car park solution on the cards
A CAR park is being proposed for the Downtown area, according to the Ministry of Tourism, Investment and Aviation (MOTIA).
Advertorial: Why life insurance matters in The Bahamas
Many people in The Bahamas would never think to exclude insuring their most valuable possessions. With a climate that is susceptible to hurricanes, most people’s homes are insured.
Police look into alleged abuse by senior officer
POLICE are investigating an incident allegedly involving a high-ranking male police officer in plain clothes, accused of punching a woman in the eye - leaving her unable to see through her left eye.
Operators of jet skis claim they were told to leave beach
ACCESS to the beach near the Melia Hotel has been restricted, prompting fear from some water sports operators as to how they will be able to continue their businesses.
Privy council orders man’s resentencing
CONVICTED child killer Roger Watson has been ordered to be resentenced after a successful appeal before the Privy Council.
Sands calls for vaccine as Dengue cases rise
FREE National Movement chairman Dr Duane Sands has called for the Davis administration to bring in a dengue vaccine - with cases having risen to 66 as of yesterday, according to The Ministry of Health and Wellness.
UNION: CUBAN TEACHERS ‘CAN’T SPEAK ENGLISH’ – Bahamas Union of Teachers leader has received complaints about language barriers
THE BAHAMAS Union of Teachers said it is concerned that a number of Cuban teachers recently hired by the government cannot speak English and called on the Ministry of Education to investigate the issue.
CH Reeves Raptors aiming to keep last season’s momentum going
With schools recently reopening for the new academic and sporting year, the CH Reeves Raptors are looking to keep last season’s momentum going.
Man charged with attempted murder remanded to prison
A MAN was remanded in custody yesterday after he was accused of shooting a man outside his house in Pinewood Gardens over the summer.
While Hurricane Lee moves closer to The Bahama Islands, NEMA says they stand ready
WITH all eyes on Hurricane Lee, Captain Stephen Russell says the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) is as ready as can be and has completed all shelter inspections in the event of an approaching storm.
Nashad Mackey joins UT Martin Skyhawks coaching staff
Bahamian Nashad Mackey will now join the University of Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks men’s basketball coaching staff as an assistant coach. The former senior national team player will transition from his previous role as the assistant coach of the Daytona State Falcons.
The BGDBA regular seasons ends, playoffs begin tomorrow night
The 2023 Bahamas Government Departmental Basketball Association (BGDBA) playoffs are scheduled to begin this Friday at the AF Adderley gymnasium.
Man on cruise from Miami to Bimini reported missing
A cruise passenger was reported missing on Monday while aboard a Carnival Cruise from Miami to Bimini.
Failure of efforts on environment
Environmental efforts by Government are a failure so far.
Police investigating armed robbery in Hampton Road area
NEW Providence police are investigating an armed robbery incident that occurred on Tuesday.
DEIDRE BASTIAN: Is artificial intelligence a benefit or a threat?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzz word as it has not only become an integral part of our daily lives but has a rapidly growing field of technology that has already made a significant impact on many businesses globally.
Power problems and thefts cause BTC service issues
The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) released a statement yesterday advising that some Family Island consumers have been experiencing service issues “due to power-related issues and malicious acts”.
