Central Bank: ‘Stay alert’ on credit card fraud rise
The Central Bank is urging Bahamians “to stay alert” due to an increase in credit card fraud incidents.
Governance reformers call for more transparency focus
Governance reformers yesterday urged the Government to improve The Bahamas’ anti-corruption standing by prioritising and speeding-up reforms to promote transparency after it was accused of “stalling” on several measures.
RODERICK A SIMMS: Devolved governance a Family Islands necessity
Decentralisation is not just an option but a crucial need for The Bahamas given its estimated 30 inhabited islands. The current centralised governance model poses limitations and hampers the nation’s ability to effectively address the diverse challenges and opportunities presented by its unique geography. By pushing for decentralisation, The Bahamas can unlock immense potential and pave the way for inclusive development.
Pintard rallies Grand Bahama FNMs promising victory in the next elections
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard rallied Grand Bahama supporters during an eastern zone meeting on Friday.
Prepare for soft landing
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In view of the slowdown in inflation, US consumers increased their consumption significantly in June. The US Commerce Department said last Friday that consumers increased their spending by 0.5 percent from the previous month. Economists had expected growth of just 0.4 percent, down from a revised 0.2 percent in May. Private consumption is a cornerstone of the US economy, which continued to grow robustly in the spring, also thanks to consumer spending.
One dead after double shooting
A 33-year-old man is dead and a 23-year-old man is in hospital after a double shooting at about 10.30am on Sunday on Peter Street, west of East Street.
Demolition of derelict buildings downtown to resume
THE DEMOLITION of derelict buildings downtown will soon resume, Senator Randy Rolle announced in the Senate on Friday.
Police search for man after armed robbery at ATM
POLICE in New Providence are seeking the public’s assistance in locating and apprehending a male responsible for an armed robbery that occurred on Thursday.
Trainees complete Protected Areas Managers Enforcement workshop
Trainees completed the Protected Areas Managers Enforcement Training Course 2023 yesterday after a two-week joint workshop.
Clubs & Societies July 28th, 2023
The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts 38th Conference is being held in Cyprus from July 23 to 31.
DIANE PHILLIPS: Last manse standing – let’s get together and save Collins House
THERE’S a Joni Mitchell song whose lyrics are timeless: ‘Don’t it always seem to go that you don’t know what you’ve got ‘til it’s gone … They paved paradise, put up a parking lot.’
MOW civil engineer admits not enough funds are invested in roads in The Bahamas
MINISTRY of Works senior civil engineer Francis Clarke admitted insufficient funds are invested in developing roads in The Bahamas, calling it a costly venture.
EDITORIAL: What will we do with human trafficking in our country?
WHEN The Bahamas makes international news, the spotlight is seldom kind.
BPL tariff study could lead to increase in base rate
AN upcoming tariff study at Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) may result in a base rate increase for consumers, though BPL’s chief executive officer Shevonn Cambridge said this does not guarantee higher customer bills.
Call for govt to enforce litter laws to deal with indiscriminate dumping on Grand Bahama
Environmental activist Joseph Darville said indiscriminate dumping has now become a widespread problem in Grand Bahama, and law enforcement must be engaged to help tackle it.
Heavy rains impact roads across New Providence
HEAVY rain drenched New Providence yesterday, leaving some roads impassable while disrupting routines for many.
Baha Mar blames BPL for $8.5m hit to profits
Baha Mar yesterday warned that soaring energy bills will “have a significant impact on our profitability” for 2023 by adding an extra $8.5m to its full-year operating costs.
Tax dodgers ‘dominate’ foreign yacht charters
The Ministry of Finance’s top official yesterday hit back over concerns about VAT’s imposition on foreign yacht charters by arguing the sector was “dominated” by a few large tax-dodging companies that need “to pay their fair share”.
