WORLD VIEW: Country over Party
IN 1796, as George Washington prepared to leave the presidency of the United States, he issued a warning that remains relevant, particularly for Caribbean small states. He was addressing a young republic whose 13 states were still consolidating into a durable Union while facing threats from powerful European nations.
Bahamasair seeking more airline deals for Caribbean connectivity
Bahamasair is seeking out more inter-line partnerships with other islands to help further expand its reach in the Caribbean and establish this nation as an important regional travel hub.
Abaco Club begins recovery as fire destroys key facilities
THE ABACO Club has begun recovery efforts after a weekend fire destroyed its spa and fitness centre and an adjacent generator building, with clean-up now underway as the high-end members’ club works to restore normal operations.
Students learn 'a sport like tennis'
IN the continuation of their after-school programme, coach Steve Taylor decided to provide an avenue for the students of EP Roberts Primary School to engage in a summer tennis camp at the National Tennis Centre.
BLTA hosting summer tennis camp
THE Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association, back in full swing at the National Tennis Centre, is hosting a summer tennis camp with some of the top local coaches passing on their knowledge.
Board battle erupts at Fly Fishing Association
A GOVERNANCE dispute within the Bahamas Fly Fishing Industry Association (BFFIA) has escalated to legal action over whether James “Docky” Smith was lawfully elected as its president.
Gov’t: Did US ‘consider’ forced labour reforms?
The Government last night challenged whether the Trump administration had “fully considered” recently-passed legal reforms that ban the importation of goods made with forced labour before deciding to impose 12.5 percent tariffs on Bahamian exports to the US.
Man on bail shot to death
A 23-year-old man who was awaiting trial on murder and armed robbery charges was shot and killed in an alleged drive-by shooting at Lyon Road off Kemp Road last night.
‘More pain’ for Bahamas exports as Trump unleashes 12.5% tariffs
Bahamian exporters have “a little bit more pain to endure” after the Trump administration yesterday made good on its threat to impose a 12.5 percent tariff on all products made in this nation that are destined for the US market.
Bahamas has ‘just got to ride out’ new $100 oil cost spike
FOCOL Holdings’ chairman yesterday said households, businesses and the wider Bahamian economy have “just got to ride out” the latest global oil spike to more than $100 per barrel with industry figures asserting continued volatility makes it impossible to predict future prices.
Stranded American veteran rescued
AN 80-year-old American veteran who ran his 35ft sailboat onto a reef near Mayaguana after steering alone for nearly two days without sleep has praised the fishermen and rescue worker who brought him safely ashore and helped prepare his damaged vessel for the journey to Florida.
Son on bail found dead in shallow waters near cay
A 23-YEAR-OLD man on bail was found dead in shallow waters near Madam Dau’s Cay, Exuma, on Wednesday, a day after he reportedly made a distress call to police and officers launched a search for him.
Letter: Safe workplaces require more than criminal laws
Every Bahamian deserves to go to work without fear of humiliation, intimidation or sexual harassment.
Letter: Urgent action required to combat coral disease
“The most lethal coral disease ever recorded is spreading across the Caribbean. Over 30 known species. More than 25 nations. No known cure.”
Data centres for The Bahamas?
IN recent times, there has been much debate about the establishment and operations of massive Data Centers all over the world, but especially over in the USA.
What does it take to drive the danger of unsafe work practices home?
IT begins when we are young and invincible.
Bahamian cloud provider wins key regional award
A BAHAMIAN-HEADQUARTERED technology solutions and sovereign cloud provider has won a leading regional award.
Man sentenced to eight months in prison for stealing
A MAN was sentenced to eight months in prison yesterday after admitting to breaking a woman’s rear door in Kemp Road and stealing her property last week.
Man gets bail after being accused of injuring another man in physical altercation
A MAN was granted bail after being accused of injuring another man during a physical altercation on Taylor Street earlier this month.
Residents celebrate land ownership milestone at Fox Hill Independence Day Ceremony
Residents received officially stamped and recorded conveyances for their properties during a ceremony at the Fox Hill Parade Grounds on Independence Day.
