Man waiting on murder trial remanded over bail breaches
A MAN was sentenced to six months in prison yesterday after admitting to assaulting another man with a handgun during a confrontation in New Providence on July 17.
Man denies raping 14-year-old grandniece and paying hush money
A MAN yesterday denied raping his 14-year-old grandniece twice in 2021 and to paying her hush money.
Minnis: Waiting on Davis to prove Grand Lucayan sale not ‘a big fat lie’
AS the public awaits further details from the government on the Grand Lucayan resort sale, former Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis has questioned whether the government has received the $120m from the transaction.
Friends of Exuma donates $30k to Exuma Arts Network to assist kids art and creativity camp
More than two dozen young people in Exuma took part in a three-week summer art and creativity camp - with a helping hand from a local community organisation.
You can’t fatten a cow on market day
AS the general election approaches political parties might recall the proverb, “You can’t fatten a cow on market day!” What is not completed or done sufficiently in advance to secure an electoral victory cannot be salvaged at the last minute. This is a reality for both major parties with the election reportedly worryingly tight.
Police investigate suspected drowning
POLICE are investigating the suspected drowning of an 89-year-old man at Montague Beach on Tuesday.
Psychological evaluation ordered for man accused of shop break-in
A MAN was ordered to undergo a psychological evaluation after displaying erratic behaviour in court yesterday while facing a shopbreaking charge.
PM: Give evidence if any of 15,000 deceased removed from voter register was in error
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis yesterday said the Free National Movement (FNM) should present evidence if it believes any names were wrongly removed from the voter register, as the party continues to demand the publication of the 15,000 names of deceased voters taken off the roll.
FNM leader: Leadership must come from among the Junkanoo community
JUNKANOOERS must remain central in shaping the cultural parade, insists Free National Movement (FNM) leader Michael Pintard, who cautioned the government against assuming too much authority in the future of Junkanoo.
Pintard: Despite candidate selection dissatisfaction we will emerge united
FREE National Movement (FNM) leader Michael Pintard said yesterday he values the efforts of all party aspirants and expects them to contribute to the party’s success despite some internal dissatisfaction over recent candidate selections.
Minnis deflects criticism of his decision to run - reaffirms belief he will win seat
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis defended his decision to seek re-election yesterday after receiving criticism from a former Cabinet colleague, stressing that the interests of the country and its people should come before political parties.
‘Love Your Neighbour’ church service
Church of God of Prophecy leader Bishop Woodley Thompson (left) provided the sermon at the ‘Love Your Neighbour’ church service which was attended by Prime Minister Philip ‘Brave’ Davis and other government officials yesterday.
PM: Bahamas should make voter registration mandatory
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said he wants The Bahamas to move towards a system where voter registration is mandatory for all citizens, even though choosing to vote would remain a personal decision.
‘Who would steal from a charity?’
A BRAZEN early morning break-in at the Bahamas Humane Society (BHS) has left officials convinced the perpetrators were familiar with the property and its operations—as police continue the search for the suspects.
‘Politics has become too hostile’ - Davis
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis yesterday decried the current state of politics in the country, saying he is “deeply afraid” of what it has become and how it is affecting communities.
