Woman who allegedly kidnapped son held for extradition
A WOMAN who allegedly kidnapped her son in 2023 was remanded in custody as she awaits extradition to Switzerland.
Former PM’s books gifted to Ministry of Education for schools
COLINA Insurance presented the Ministry of Education with copies of the second and third volumes of former Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham’s book, ‘I Say What I Mean and I Mean What I Say’, which contain speeches throughout his political career.
Grand Bahama Junkanoo Corporation announces tickets are now available
TICKETS for the 2025 Junkanoo parade in Grand Bahama will go on sale Friday with the opening of a new ticket office in the Regent Centre East Complex.
Bahamas Aviation, Climate & Severe Weather Network named "breakout innovative partner" of Standard & Poor's Carbon Credits Conference
Leaders in the Global Carbon Markets (GCM) arena descended upon Barcelona, Spain from December 24th, for S&P’s Global Carbon Credit Conference.
Bahamian launches children's book in London
THE city of London was recently the site of a vibrant celebration of Bahamian culture as Christine Green, writing under the pen name Zsa Zsa Green, launched her debut children’s book, Beans and Mangoes.
Six FNM MPs suspended from House of Assembly
Six members of the Opposition have been suspended from the House of Assembly this morning.
Police shoot armed man
A 42-year-old man is recovering in hospital after being shot by police during a confrontation yesterday.
Bowleg ‘blindsided’, says JCNP chairman
DION Miller, chairman of the Junkanoo Corporation of New Providence (JCNP), suggested Youth, Sports and Culture Minister Mario Bowleg was blindsided by the government’s decision to allow both Valley Boys factions to compete in Category A of the Junkanoo parades, revealing he was with the minister when a press statement was released under the name of Mr Bowleg’s ministry.
Two RBDF ships to deploy to Haiti before End of year
THE Bahamas’ substantial involvement in a multinational security support mission to Haiti may beagin by the end of this month, according to National Security Minister Wayne Munroe, who said two boats will be deployed by December 22 to patrol offshore areas, intercept illegal firearms entering Haiti, and prevent migrants from leaving the country.
Community appeals for help for families affected by Taylor Street fire
A home was destroyed, and three other houses suffered extensive damage after an unattended candle sparked a fire on Taylor Street on Sunday.
Ferguson says all Junkanoo groups support withdrawal
FORMER Junkanoo Corporation of New Providence (JCNP) chairman Silbert Ferguson claimed yesterday that Junkanoo groups have unanimously agreed to withdraw from the annual parades if the Davis administration insists that both Valley Boys factions be allowed to compete in the main category of the parades.
PM: US hasn’t given corrupt official’s ID
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis appeared frustrated yesterday by US officials’ failure to identify an unnamed high-ranking Bahamian politician mentioned in a recent federal indictment alleging that police and government officials helped smuggle tons of cocaine through The Bahamas to the US.
Defence surprised as Gibson’s cousin called to resume testimony, court adjourns
A SUPREME Court judge adjourned the trial of Adrian Gibson and others yesterday after a defence attorney expressed surprise that a key witness was called to resume testimony.
Road closures for RBPF Beat Retreat 2024
The Royal Bahamas Police Force will host its Annual Beat Retreat in Rawson Square on Sunday, December 15, 2024, starting at 4pm.
ALICIA WALLACE: Writing our rage - working individually and together to end gender-based violence
Yesterday, December 10, was Human Rights Day and the final day of the Global 16 Days Campaign, also known as 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
