Officials prepare for historic SpaceX Falcon 9 landing
THE BAHAMAS will become part of SpaceX history later this month when a Falcon 9 rocket booster lands off the coast of The Exumas.
Ransomware attack on university
THE University of The Bahamas (UB) has been the victim of a ransomware attack - and a union president has expressed concerns that the term may have to be extended as a result.
Haiti mission goes on despite US fund freeze
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe said yesterday The Bahamas remains committed to the mission in Haiti and has no plans to withdraw its involvement, despite the Trump administration’s decision to freeze over $13m in funding for the international security force in Haiti.
‘Record year for tourism’ with cruise passenger rise
TOURISM in The Bahamas had its “best year ever” in 2024, with a notable increase in both tourist arrivals and visitor spending, particularly among cruise ship passengers, according to Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper.
Mom’s shock as officers charged
Beverly Lee-Rolle is still in shock but happy about the news that two police officers are to face a manslaughter trial for the shooting of her son, Deangelo Evans.
Munroe: murder charge possible in prison stabbing
AN inmate suspected of fatally stabbing another prisoner at the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services may face a murder charge, according to National Security Minister Wayne Munroe, who said the decision rests with the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).
Clergy members attend conflict resolution training
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe underscored the importance of faith, training, and community engagement as he addressed participants in a conflict resolution training session aimed at clergy members yesterday.
‘Challenges being addressed’ at rand, says PHA
Following allegations of a shortage of hospital beds and chairs at the Rand Memorial Hospital in Grand Bahama, the Public Hospital Authority (PHA) said yesterday challenges are being addressed.
Questioning continues of WSC manager in case
A SENIOR employee at the Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) testified yesterday about the corporation’s procurement methods after a defence attorney in Adrian Gibson and others’ criminal trial pressed him on how vendors were selected for projects.
Saving the environment by telling stories
Two young Bahamians are seeking to inspire environmental action through compelling storytelling.
Nurses show backing for digitisation
SUPPORT has been shown from nurses for efforts towards digitisation.
‘No conclusion soon’ on doctors union dispute
MORE than a week after government officials expressed hopes of finalising new industrial agreements with health unions as early as this month, a key healthcare stakeholder has expressed uncertainty about the timeline, citing a major issue still under dispute.
Sent to jail for receiving stolen cars
A MAN was sentenced to three and a half years in prison yesterday after admitting to receiving several stolen cars in New Providence over the past two months.
Fined for failing to charge ankle monitor
A MAN was ordered to pay a fine after admitting to failing to charge his monitoring device while awaiting trial for another offence.
Judge rejects bid for ruling in case of woman shot by police officer
A RECENT court ruling has dismissed an application for judgment in a negligence case filed by Precious Thompson-Curry, who was shot by a police officer while standing in her own yard.
