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FRIDAY UPDATE: No new cases of COVID-19

The Ministry of Health reported on Friday that there are no new confirmed cases of COVID-19.

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PM refuses to explain decision to accept Sands’ resignation

AFTER weeks of being silent concerning the resignation of former health minister Dr Duane Sands, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis on Thursday refused to explain his decision for accepting Dr Sands’ resignation, only saying he wished the Elizabeth MP “well” in his future endeavours.

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Returning Bahamians and residents no longer required to quarantine

BAHAMIANS and residents returning to the country will no longer be mandated to quarantine or self-isolate upon arrival, but will instead be monitored by the health surveillance team “if necessary”, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis announced on Thursday.

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Last stages but curfew stays for overnight

Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis announced on Thursday that the country has officially began the transition to stage four of the government’s reopening plan, allowing for restaurants to open under certain guidelines and a further relaxation of restrictions on the national curfew.

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Murder victim remembered as 'cool person'

"CALL the ambulance," a shooting victim implored people who tried to help after he was hit by gunshots on Wednesday night. He later died in hospital.

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University: 'Zero tolerance' for sexual impropriety

The University of The Bahamas has declared it has "zero tolerance" for sexual impropriety after a series of allegations on social media about inappropriate behaviour.

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RBPF delivers care packages across island

THE ROYAL Bahamas Police Force delivered care packages to people in a few New Providence communities yesterday.

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Economic problems force delay in promotions

THE country’s economic situation has caused the Royal Bahamas Police Force to have to fill vacancies “incrementally” and wait for sufficient funds to address shortages.

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Davis: We support worldwide protests over Floyd killing

PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party leader Philip “Brave” Davis said yesterday his party stands in solidarity with the protests across the world over the killing of George Floyd, the African American who died last week while being detained by police officers in Minnesota.

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PM: Weekend lockdowns will be lifted from June 13th

Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis announced on Thursday that the weekend lockdowns due to COVID-19 will be lifted on June 13th – next weekend. However, the 9pm-5am curfew will continue, Monday to Sunday.

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Steer clear of protests – Ministry

MINISTRY of Foreign Affairs officials are urging Bahamians living in or visiting the United States not to get involved in ongoing protests.

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Families worry as toxic toads found in gardens

RESIDENTS in Venetian West say they are fearful for the safety of their children and pets after an invasive and toxic toad species was recently discovered in the western community.

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Activists call for better treatment of migrants at Detention Centre

RIGHTS Bahamas is calling for better treatment of distressed and anxious migrants at the Carmichael Road Detention Centre.

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Ambulance crashes on Shirley Street

A patient had to be transferred from one ambulance to another after a crash on Shirley Street on Thursday afternoon.

That’s friendly of you! Jubilee Gardens shows how to hit it off with your neighbours

AMONG more than 400 competitors, the Jubilee Gardens Neighbourhood Watch Group achieved second place in NUSA’s 2020 “Neighbourhood of the Year’’ category.