'Bahamas infected with corruption'
AS a former chief petty officer with the Royal Bahamas Defence Force was yesterday jailed for four years for facilitating cocaine smuggling to the US, his lawyer launched an astonishing attack on the Bahamian government, claiming the “entire system is infected with drug money and corruption”.
OpEd: A policy without logic - why the US visa pause in The Bahamas defies economic and security reality
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Several PLP nomination races are heating up
Eleven prospective candidates appeared before the Progressive Liberal Party’s Candidates Committee yesterday as the party continues its nomination process ahead of the next general election.
Sands: ZNS Chief must resign post
ZNS General Manager Clint Watson is facing fresh calls for his resignation from leadership of the state broadcaster amid a public clash with a Freeport radio station host yesterday.
BPL on track for 32 percent renewable energy by 2027
BAHAMAS Power & Light CEO Toni Pratt says the utility is on track to reach 32 per cent renewable energy by 2027, outlining a sustainability strategy centred on climate resilience, energy security and electricity affordability.
Teenager charged in fatal stabbing at Smith’s Hotel
AN 18-year-old man accused of fatally stabbing a 50-year-old man at Smith’s Hotel earlier this month was remanded to prison yesterday.
Man in police custody stable after suicide attempt
Police reported an alleged suicide attempt involving a man who was in custody yesterday.
Police seize $3k in drugs after chase
Police on Eleuthera confiscated a quantity of suspected marijuana and arrested a man following a car chase on Monday.
Two women charged with voyeurism
TWO women accused of voyeurism after allegedly being found in possession of a nude video of another woman were granted bail yesterday.
Fugitive returned to face murder trial after 20 years on the run
A MAN who fled the jurisdiction more than 20 years ago is set to face trial for murder and armed robbery.
Mental health support demand spikes as suicides rise
THE Bahamas Psychological Association (BPA) says it has seen increased demand for mental health support in 2025, with notable spikes in calls to its helplines during certain months.
FNMs Central and South Andros nomination battle heats up
THE contest for the Free National Movement’s nomination in Central and South Andros is heating up, with supporters turning out in strong numbers for a recent party meeting on the island where two aspirants outlined their visions for the community.
Surge in voter registrations follows Boundaries Commission report tabling
THE Parliamentary Registration Department reported a significant increase in voter registrations and transfers since the tabling of the Boundaries Commission report in Parliament earlier this month.
Voter registration tops 196k ahead of upcoming election
PARLIAMENTARY Commissioner Harrison Thompson yesterday said more than 196,000 people are currently registered to vote, adding that he does not anticipate a significant increase in that number as many voters have already registered ahead of the general election.
Tributes for ‘kind hearted and loving’ teen car crash victim
HEARTFELT tributes from family and friends have flooded social media following the death of 18-year-old Chanell Adderley who was killed in a car crash this week.
