Audit finds ‘No corruption’ in Minnis’ COVID food project
AN audit of the Minnis administration’s COVID-19 food programme found no evidence of corruption or misuse, despite the widely publicised allegations Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis made early in his term.
Golden Isles by-election set for November 24
A BY-ELECTION will be held on November 24 to fill the Golden Isles seat left vacant by the death of Vaughn Miller.
Two lives stolen
PREGNANT mom Lauren Saunders tenderly strokes her baby bump - just days before both died when the mother-of-two was reportedly murdered.
Letter: Safer digital future for Bahamians
I want Bahamians to envision our Bahamas as a place recognised not only for its sun, sand, sea, and service but also for its trustworthiness.
FRONT PORCH: The bubbles and circles of the elite
Throughout history, elites tend to live in bubbles, cossetted by creature and other comforts.
STATESIDE: White House demolition linked to $230M claim
$230 million is a pretty big number.
PM: Back-up disaster funding covers $251m
THE Bahamas has available back-up disaster funding worth $251m, the Prime Minister asserted yesterday, as he led debate on a Parliamentary resolution to permit the transfer of $17m in dormant account monies to further strengthen the nation’s resilience.
DEIDRE BASTIAN: Set professional tone from the very first day
THERE are some clear ‘do’s’ and ‘don’ts’ for workplace professionalism that apply universally.
Crooked Island residents without electricity and water for nearly a week
RESIDENTS of Crooked Island have been without electricity and running water for nearly a week after both of Bahamas Power and Light’s (BPL) generators failed and a transformer linked to the Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) stopped working, forcing schools, businesses, and government offices to close.
Abaco Shelter opening expected today as govt transfers $17m to Disaster Emergency Fund
THE government has transferred $17m into the Disaster Emergency Fund, almost coinciding with today’s long-delayed opening of the Abaco Multipurpose Hurricane Shelter.
State-of-the-art medical facility opens at Hurricane Hole on Paradise Island
The Hurricane Hole Medical Center has officially opened its state-of-the-art facility on Paradise Island, aiming to redefine healthcare access for residents, hotel guests, and hospitality staff with a focus on speed and convenience.
Sea Breeze MP launches e-commerce platform to help local businesses
MP for Sea Breeze, Leslia Miller-Brice, has launched ShopSeaBreeze242.com, a new e-commerce platform designed to help entrepreneurs in her constituency reach wider audiences through digital innovation.
Govt plans to partner with Rwandan ophthalmology school to address Bahamas’ eye doctor shortage
THE Davis administration plans to partner with the Rwanda International Institute of Ophthalmology (RIIO) to train Bahamians in that country’s ophthalmology programme, aiming to address the shortage of eye specialists in The Bahamas.
Pintard: Bodies of Hurricane Dorian victims still being stored in trailers
SEVERAL bodies of Hurricane Dorian victims are still being stored in trailers in Grand Bahama more than six years after the deadly storm, according to Opposition Leader Michael Pintard, who accused the Davis administration of hypocrisy and neglect over the matter.
Teen accused of murder says he was attacked by victim’s relative in prison
A TEENAGE accused of murder claimed in court that he was attacked in prison by a relative of the man he is accused of killing, leaving him with swelling to his jaw and chin.
Former death row inmate resentenced to 35 years prison for 1990 murder
A FORMER death row inmate was resentenced to 35 years in prison yesterday for a murder.
Convicted robber says accomplice had no part in Burger King crime
A CONVICTED robber took full responsibility for a 2021 armed robbery at Burger King on Prince Charles Drive, telling the court his alleged accomplice had no role in the crime.
Man accused of assaulting son with acid and baseball bat
A 66-year-old man accused of assaulting his son with acid was granted bail yesterday.
Police seize guns, ammo and cash, arresting ten non-Bahamians
AUTHORITIES arrested ten people, including eight Americans, after seizing high-powered weapons, ammunition and a substantial amount of cash on Tuesday.
Minnis slams government over dangerous potholes
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday criticised the Davis administration for what he called a sluggish response to worsening road conditions across New Providence, saying the growing number of potholes has become a safety hazard for motorists.
