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US slams ‘deficiencies’ over death of overboard teen

A US Coast Guard report has sharply criticised a local tour boat operator, revealing “serious deficiencies” and “significant” maritime risks after investigating the disappearance of an American teen who reportedly jumped overboard from one of its vessels two years ago.

MP ‘speechless’ after mass shooting that left 2 dead, 5 hurt

ENGLERSTON MP Glenys Hanna Martin said the mass daylight shooting in the Ridgeland Park area left her speechless, emphasising the need for community involvement to stop the bloodshed among the country’s youth.

Be on your guard - erin expected to become hurricane

WITH Tropical Storm Erin expected to become a major hurricane by the end of the week, local forecasters say they are closely monitoring the system amid uncertainty about its track.

Two arrested after weekend mass shooting

POLICE have arrested two men in connection with Saturday’s mass shooting that left two dead and five others injured.

Bahamian woman arrested by ice

A BAHAMIAN woman arrested in New Orleans by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) last month was listed in the agency’s “Worst of the Worst” category - an illegal criminal with a history involving forgery and larceny.

JCNP absent - but Family Island support for Junkanoo Authority

FAMILY Island Junkanoo groups say they fully support the government’s proposed National Junkanoo Authority Bill, but need greater clarity on how the new authority will operate and what this means for the roles of existing Junkanoo organisations.

Teenagers in gun battle during chase by police

THREE teenagers exchanged shots with police during a high-speed car chase which ended with them being arrested after their vehicle crashed into a utility pole on Eastern Road around 4.30am on Monday.

Nightclub gun attack suspect faces court

A MAN accused of carrying out a double shooting that left two men injured outside a nightclub on Market Street last week was remanded to prison yesterday.

Three years in jail for gun possession

A MAN was sentenced to three years in prison yesterday after admitting to having a high-powered weapon in his backyard this month.

Murder suspect jailed for breaching curfew

A MAN awaiting trial for murder was sentenced to three months in prison yesterday after admitting to breaching his curfew for 37 days.

Man accused of stabbing co-worker repeatedly

A MAN accused of stabbing his co-worker five times with a knife during a physical confrontation was granted bail yesterday.

5o migrants detained in first week of august

THE Department of Immigration apprehended 50 migrants during the first week of August, with half already repatriated to their home countries.

Remember the horror to stop mutual destruction

At this time of year, I normally write about Hiroshima and Nagasaki. It is in remembrance of the total horror - but necessity - of the use of atom bombs to force the ending of the Second World War. This year is their 80th anniversary.

Making a splash to help BNT

THE Bahamas National Trust (BNT) has received a donation of more than $70,000 from the Callender family’s annual Silver Fox Fishing Tournament, continuing the family’s mission to support the management of local national parks.

Marine to be charged for rangers ‘abuse’

A 26-year-old Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) marine will today be charged in connection with the alleged abuse of young people at this year’s Rangers camp in Eleuthera.

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