Govt gives cash to help Bahamians stuck in US
THE Bahamas government has provided cash to some desperate Bahamians stuck in the United States, often to help with their living accommodations during the COVID-19 crisis, according to Bahamas Ambassador to the United States Sidney Collie.
One new case of COVID-19 diagnosed, takes total to 42
The Ministry of Health has confirmed one more case of COVID-19 in The Bahamas, bringing the total number in the country to 42.
Medical supplies blocked by US will arrive next week
FOREIGN Affairs Minister Darren Henfield said a shipment of medical supplies ordered by the Ministry of Health but blocked by US officials will arrive in the country next week.
Hours of opening announced for Flamingo Gardens clinic during lockdown
THE government announced on Friday opening hours for the Flamingo Gardens Clinic during the lockdown.
Govt: Moody's decision no surprise given strain of pandemic
The Government today said Moody’s decision to place The Bahamas’ credit rating on downgrade review was “unfortunate but not surprising” given the “strain” imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
UPDATED: Bahamas rating under review for downgrade, says Moody's
Moody’s has predicted that the Bahamian economy will shrink by 8 percent this year as it put this nation “under review” for a downgrade to so-called “junk” status.
Schools stay closed and examinations postponed
ALL schools will remain closed until further advice is received from the Ministry of Health, a statement announced on Friday – and all examinations will be postponed with no date given for when they will be held.
How to make the most of Easter at home
The four-day Easter holiday is always considered to be one of the best holidays for kids with egg hunts, visits from the Easter bunny and parties at kid venues - but with the country placed under a complete lockdown for the entire weekend, it will be challenging to find ways to ensure Easter is not just another day in quarantine.
Grand Cay residents face lockdown without adequate phone and internet services
GRAND Cay residents are facing the COVID-19 lockdown without adequate internet and phone services, challenging those seeking education, healthcare and other services.
PM announces ban on import of non-medical masks to help develop local industry
The importation of non-medical protective face masks will be prohibited, effective 8am Friday 10 April 2020, Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis announced today.
Eighth death from COVID-19 confirmed
ANOTHER person has died from COVID-19, bringing the number of related deaths in the country to eight, according to the Ministry of Health.
COVID-19: Minister issues nursing home precautions
MINISTER of Health Dr Duane Sands has issued special precautions that must be taken to make sure seniors in nursing homes are safe from the spread of COVID-19.
Bahamian nurse in Arizona turns to prayer to cope with COVID-19 fears
SHENIQUA Rolle, a Bahamian registered critical care nurse living in Tucson, Arizona, says she uses prayer to combat the fear of catching the deadly novel coronavirus.
Pair who were missing at sea are safe in Cuba
CICELY Armbrister can now sleep peacefully at night knowing that her husband, who was missing at sea for over a week, has been found and is safe in Cuba.
John Bull confirms ‘temporary’ layoffs
IN a statement confirming the “temporary” layoffs of all team members, luxury retailer John Bull said the economic crisis brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic is something many people have not seen in their lifetime.
