MP: Crown Land approvals four times' more than Minnis
The Davis administration was yesterday said to have approved in less than two years more than four times' the number of Crown Land applications granted by its predecessor during its whole term in office.
Tourism Development chief unveils 'City Pass' initiative
The Tourism Development Corporation's (TDC) head yesterday unveiled the development of a 'City Pass' that is designed to encourage locals to "fall in love with The Bahamas again" and boost domestic tourism.
Architects' chief 'can't let go' Building Control fight
The Institute of Bahamian Architects (IBA) president says his legal battle with Building Control "can't be let go" for the profession's greater good after he was refused permission to appeal to the Privy Council.
Abaco broker 'defrauded' on $9m crypto tech stake
An Abaco-based broker is alleging it was defrauded out of obtaining an up to $9m equity ownership stake in a technology outfit providing services to the global digital assets industry.
Laroda: Govt agencies owe NIB $8m
MYLES Laroda, state minister in the Office of the Prime Minister, said government agencies owe $8m to the National Insurance Board.
Children of unwed dads may apply for passport
THE passport office will begin accepting applications from people affected by the landmark Privy Council ruling on citizenship as of June 26 if the applicant’s father is identified on their birth certificate.
Cooper: Passenger Tax to be delayed to January 1, 2024
TOURISM Minister Chester Cooper said the implementation of new passenger tax increases would be delayed to January 1, 2024.
OceanGate had MOU with UB but never collaborated
THE University of The Bahamas said it signed a memorandum of understanding with OceanGate, the company behind a missing submersible that has captured headlines worldwide, but never collaborated with the company on any project.
‘I WISH YOU ROT IN JAIL’ SAYS VICTIM: Man sentenced to 15 years for running over mother of his child
“I WISH you rot in jail,” a woman told the father of her child yesterday as he was jailed for 15 years for trying to kill her by running her over with a car as she held their infant.
Bahamas beats Honduras to advance to the playoffs
The Bahamas, after losing its first three matches in the American Zone III Davis Cup tie, managed to take advantage of Honduras to secure a 3-0 win to advance to the playoffs on Saturday.
Longtime Davis Cupper Marvin Rolle honoured
MARVIN Rolle remembers when he made his debut on the men’s Davis Cup team in 2001 at the tender age of 16. Now, as the elder statesman of over 20 years as a player/captain, he’s being honoured for his longevity.
IBAP softball programme hosts fifth All-Star Survival starting this weekend
THE I-BAP (Bahamas Athletic Pride) programme will host its fifth edition of The Show: All-Star Survival starting June 25 until July 2.
Final four teams target the flag football title
THE Flag Football Finals is scheduled to get underway at the Winton Rugby Field starting at 2pm this Sunday.
IAN FERGUSON: Why small businesses must rethink bank loans
Capital is critical to any business, enabling companies to acquire the necessary resources to start up, expand and maintain operations. Access to capital is thus essential for a business to grow and succeed in a competitive market. This becomes critical for small businesses that have limited capital to begin with, yet are competing against medium and larger companies with greater economies of scale.
Why the silence as rape rises
Once again, I find it necessary to ask for space in your daily to voice a nagging concern. I read in the news a few days ago that crime is down, but rape is UP. That headline stood out and peaked a lot of interest and left unanswered questions for me.
The time to draw the line is now
A few minutes ago, I observed a young man walking past my residence uttering profanities with every step he took. No, his expletives were not directed at me or anyone in the vicinity. He was unaware of my presence, there, alone on my neighbour’s porch. No one else was in sight. He was clearly “talkin’ out of his head” to himself.
Man charged in killing of two people on Market Street last year held in jail
A MAN was charged yesterday with killing two people last year on Market Street.
Rent Control ineffective for protection of tenants
The Rent Control Act (RCA) was yesterday branded out-dated and ineffective by price control officials because it only applies to real estate valued at less than $75,000.
Budget sticks to planned targets
The Ministry of Finance's top official says the strength of the 2023-2024 Budget is that its projected $131m full-year deficit target largely aligns with the forecasts unveiled just months earlier in the annual Fiscal Strategy Report.
