Bahamian accountant calls for Caribbean united front
A Bahamian accountant has called on the Caribbean to adopt a united front over how mandatory environment, social and governance (ESG) reporting standards will be embraced in regional laws and regulations.
North Andros without power after blaze at Nicholl's Town plant
An early morning fire at the Nicholl's Town Bahamas Power & Light plant has left the entire island of North Andros without power.
Marine who allegedly shot wrong man in custody
A MARINE who allegedly shot the wrong person during an argument with other men at a bar over the weekend has been arrested, National Security Minister Wayne Munroe said.
FNM shocked as Lewis joins Coalition protest of Immigration Minister
CENTRAL Grand Bahama MP Iram Lewis raised eyebrows in the Free National Movement yesterday when he joined members of the Coalition of Independents at a protest demanding the resignation of Immigration Minister Keith Bell.
Motion to overturn Azario ruling ‘premature’ says Justice
A SUPREME Court judge called a constitutional motion to overturn the homicide by manslaughter finding against officers who killed Azario Major “premature” yesterday.
Munroe: Bahari has no permit for National symbols use
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe said a popular clothing store, Bahari Bahamas, does not have permits to feature Bahamian national symbols on their merchandise and has not responded to his ministry’s demands to comply with the law.
Fourth of July fireworks are a farce
The fourth of July fireworks orchestrated each year by the major resorts of the capital are a farce. Comedic, ludicrous, verging on the absurd – each time I experience them I cannot help but wonder: will The Bahamas ever become self-aware?
Who’s coming?
So now nine plus days to the 10th and public doesn’t know if any Royalty will represent the new King - as King of the Bahamas — are there any VIPs coming? How many CARICOM PMs coming (note Jamaica’s recent celebration few attended).
The wrong term
Having spent a few years in London, returning recently one becomes educated in the Brits’ traditions such as Beating the Retreat — Trooping the Colour …what are very traditional military events.
Courts and congestion
The AG’s announcement to acquire 50 Shirley Street and adjourning to develop as a new Court complex has to beg the question … why again building in the centre of already congested Nassau?
Man gets three-and-a-half years for gun charges
A MAN was sentenced to three and a half years in prison after being found guilty of having a loaded gun during a police chase in 2018.
$6k bail for man accused of death threat to girlfriend
A MAN is in custody after allegedly breaking into his girlfriend’s house in Cat Island last month and threatening to kill her.
Man held on charge of arson
A MAN is behind bars after allegedly setting fire Sunday night to a home occupied by a mother and her child.
DPM: Downtown targets 'quick pedestrian wins'
The Deputy Prime Minister yesterday said the road adjacent to the Straw Market, which connects Woodes Rogers Wharf to Bay Street, is being targeted for the first in a series of "quick wins" for downtown Nassau.
Ken Mullings secures silver in the decathlon
After completing two intense days of competition in 10 events, Ken Mullings clinched a silver medal in the men’s decathlon last night at the Central American and Caribbean Games in San Salvador, El Salvador.
Team New Providence ready for Bahamas Games
AFTER 20 long years, the Bahamas Games are finally back.
Swimmer Lamar Taylor happy with gold, bronze
Makes a name for himself at Central American & Caribbean Games in El Salvador
LAMAR Taylor said he was surprised by his double medal winning performance at the Central American and Caribbean Games last week in San Salvador, El Salvador.
I-BAP All-Star Series: Three division champions crowned
THE fifth edition of the I-BAP (Bahamas Athletic Pride) The Show: All-Star Survival concluded with three division champions crowned following the event which was held from June 25 to July 2.
Officials making ‘final preparations’ for Bahamas Golden Jubilee Games
WITH five days remaining until the country’s 50th year of Independence, and two days remaining until the official start of The Bahamas Golden Jubilee Games officials are making final preparations to ensure the public and athletes enjoy the celebratory sporting event.
