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LocalMarch 8, 2021 at 3:42 pm Eyewitness News

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BNT receives BPAF grant for Hurricane Dorian recovery on Abaco

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A Bahamas Protected Areas Fund (BPAF) grant agreement was signed on Friday to aid the Bahamas National Trust (BNT) in efforts to restore marine and terrestrial protected areas on Abaco that were devastated during Hurricane Dorian. The BNT extended gratitude to the BPAF for these much-needed funds and noted “this is a […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A Bahamas Protected Areas Fund (BPAF) grant agreement was signed on Friday to aid the Bahamas National... read more »

March 8, 2021 at 3:42 pm | Eyewitness News

BusinessMarch 8, 2021 at 3:08 pm Eyewitness News

Business

Women in senior leadership roles exceed 50% at Scotiabank Bahamas

Bank touts equality and diversity for greater organizational effectiveness NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Scotiabank Bahamas today reaffirmed its commitment to diversity and gender equality throughout its operations as the bank observes International Women’s Day 2021. Both locally and across the Caribbean region, the bank is also celebrating the achievement of record numbers of women across its […]

Bank touts equality and diversity for greater organizational effectiveness NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Scotiabank Bahamas today reaffirmed its commitment to diversity... read more »

March 8, 2021 at 3:08 pm | Eyewitness News

LocalMarch 8, 2021 at 2:15 pm Eyewitness News

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New Providence man charged with drug offences

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Michael Turnquest, 35, of Indigo Drive, West Bay Street, was arraigned in the Magistrate’s Court today with four drug-related offences. Turnquest, who appeared before Deputy Chief Magistrate Andrew Forbes, was charged with one count each of possession of dangerous drugs, conspiracy of possession, importation of dangerous drugs and conspiracy of importation of […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Michael Turnquest, 35, of Indigo Drive, West Bay Street, was arraigned in the Magistrate’s Court today with... read more »

March 8, 2021 at 2:15 pm | Eyewitness News

LocalMarch 8, 2021 at 3:52 am Eyewitness News

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“EVERY BAHAMIAN SHOULD HAVE BEEN LIVID”: Women Parliamentarians express outrage over indecent assault case

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A group of Free National Movement (FNM) women Parliamentarians has joined calls for the appeal of a recent court case that saw a bus driver fined $200 for indecently assaulting a 14-year-old girl in 2019. Dennis Clarke was fined $200 or one month in prison by Magistrate Ambrose Armbrister for the incident […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A group of Free National Movement (FNM) women Parliamentarians has joined calls for the appeal of a... read more »

March 8, 2021 at 3:52 am | Eyewitness News

LocalMarch 8, 2021 at 3:48 am Eyewitness News

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19 Cubans apprehended in Bahamian waters; five still missing

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A search continues for five Cuban nationals after 19 were picked up on Friday, March 5, 2021, in the Southern Bahamas during a joint effort by members of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF), Operation Turks and Caicos (OPBAT) and the United States Coast Guard (USCG). According to the RBDF, on Wednesday, […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A search continues for five Cuban nationals after 19 were picked up on Friday, March 5, 2021,... read more »

March 8, 2021 at 3:48 am | Eyewitness News

Op-edMarch 8, 2021 at 3:43 am Eyewitness News

Op-ed

Op-Ed: Women in leadership — achieving an equal future in a COVID-19 world

Statement by the Caribbean Policy Development Centre (CPDC) on International Women’s Day Women’s NGOs (non-governmental organizations) raised the consciousness of women to challenge prevailing myths that spousal abuse, rape and sexual abuse were the fault of women. Feminist NGOs forced public political discourses and attitudinal changes in society’s views on domestic violence and violence against […]

Statement by the Caribbean Policy Development Centre (CPDC) on International Women’s Day Women’s NGOs (non-governmental organizations) raised the consciousness of... read more »

March 8, 2021 at 3:43 am | Eyewitness News

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LocalMarch 8, 2021 at 3:36 am Eyewitness News

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ECLAC Caribbean calls on individuals to challenge gender inequality and gender-based violence

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — ECLAC Caribbean is championing the call to elevate Caribbean voices who #choosetochallenge gender-based violence (GBV) and gender inequality, as well as limiting beliefs and attitudes about women’s roles in the home, workplace and society. On March 8 each year, the global community celebrates women’s social, economic, cultural and political achievements with International […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — ECLAC Caribbean is championing the call to elevate Caribbean voices who #choosetochallenge gender-based violence (GBV) and gender... read more »

March 8, 2021 at 3:36 am | Eyewitness News

Op-edMarch 8, 2021 at 3:34 am Eyewitness News

Op-ed

Op-Ed: The pathway to being compliant

By Derek Smith Jr As I ran along the Cable Beach strip contemplating why I decided on a vigorous “speed repeat routine” as embarked on my second week of a year-long journey to running my first full marathon, I was stopped by Bahamian-born, now Washington, DC-domiciled, Reuters Business Writer Katanga Johnson. Amidst our thought-provoking conversation […]

By Derek Smith Jr As I ran along the Cable Beach strip contemplating why I decided on a vigorous “speed... read more »

March 8, 2021 at 3:34 am | Eyewitness News

LocalMarch 8, 2021 at 3:32 am Eyewitness News

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Park revitalization empowers men

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — As Jahman Delancy plasters the gazebo and concession stand at the historic Southern Recreation Grounds, the government’s redevelopment project is also helping to restore the 26-year-old’s dignity, along with that of other young men in the Over-the-Hill community. “I have to pay rent and put food on the table, so I’m really, […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — As Jahman Delancy plasters the gazebo and concession stand at the historic Southern Recreation Grounds, the government’s... read more »

March 8, 2021 at 3:32 am | Eyewitness News

VideosMarch 7, 2021 at 8:33 pm Eyewitness News

Videos

THREE WEEKEND SHOOTINGS LEAVE FIVE IN HOSPITAL AND ONE DEAD

March 7, 2021 at 8:33 pm | Eyewitness News

VideosMarch 7, 2021 at 8:31 pm Eyewitness News

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PM LAYS OUT VACCINE DISTRIBUTION IN NATIONAL ADDRESS

March 7, 2021 at 8:31 pm | Eyewitness News

VideosMarch 7, 2021 at 8:28 pm Eyewitness News

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MOXEY: CHRISTIAN COUNCIL VACCINE COMMITTEE WRAPPING UP RESEARCH

March 7, 2021 at 8:28 pm | Eyewitness News

LocalMarch 6, 2021 at 3:56 am Eyewitness News

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Appellate court reserves decision on Goodman’s appeal

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Convicted child killer Kofhe Goodman will have to wait a bit longer to learn whether the Court of Appeal will grant him permission to appeal his conviction. Justices of Appeal Sir Michael Barnett, Jon Isaacs and Roy Jones, who heard the arguments yesterday, have reserved their decision on the matter. Goodman, also known […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Convicted child killer Kofhe Goodman will have to wait a bit longer to learn whether the Court of... read more »

March 6, 2021 at 3:56 am | Eyewitness News

LocalMarch 6, 2021 at 3:56 am Eyewitness News 5

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SEARCH UNDERWAY: Plane crashes in waters off Salina Point, Acklins

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A plane with two men onboard crashed in waters off Salina Point, Acklins, according to authorities. The men departed New Providence en route to Inagua around 5pm but never arrived. Authorities have begun searching for the aircraft. According to Air Accident and Investigation Department (AAID) Chief Investigator Delvin Major, the aircraft was […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A plane with two men onboard crashed in waters off Salina Point, Acklins, according to authorities. The... read more »

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BusinessMarch 6, 2021 at 3:54 am Eyewitness News

Business

BISBA announces new board; ramps up presence

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Investments and Securities Business Association (BISBA) recently announced its new board of directors and revealed plans to establish a stronger presence in its role as the umbrella organization for finance and investment professionals residing in The Bahamas. Newly-elected president Andrew Rolle said: “As financial services proved its resilience even during […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Investments and Securities Business Association (BISBA) recently announced its new board of directors and revealed... read more »

March 6, 2021 at 3:54 am | Eyewitness News

BusinessMarch 6, 2021 at 3:52 am Eyewitness News

Business

Financial services minister hosts virtual symposium on financial technology and digital tokens

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Financial Services, Trade and Industry and Immigration Elsworth Johnson on Thursday welcomed industry partners to a virtual symposium aimed at sharing the government’s vision of establishing The Bahamas as a leader in financial technology and digital assets. “This symposium is reflective of our shared vision for ushering in a new […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Financial Services, Trade and Industry and Immigration Elsworth Johnson on Thursday welcomed industry partners to... read more »

March 6, 2021 at 3:52 am | Eyewitness News

LocalMarch 6, 2021 at 3:51 am Eyewitness News

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BREEF launches annual national competition for students

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation’s (BREEF) Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE) programme invites students ages 11 to 25 to give nature a voice and submit an article or a photo with a short paragraph about an environmental issue they are passionate about. The winner will be announced at BREEF’s Virtual […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation’s (BREEF) Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE) programme invites students ages... read more »

March 6, 2021 at 3:51 am | Eyewitness News

Beyond the HeadlinesMarch 5, 2021 at 8:45 pm Eyewitness News

Beyond the Headlines

BEYOND THE HEADLINES MARCH 5 2021 PART 2

March 5, 2021 at 8:45 pm | Eyewitness News

Beyond the HeadlinesMarch 5, 2021 at 8:40 pm Eyewitness News

Beyond the Headlines

BEYOND THE HEADLINES MARCH 5 2021 PART 1

March 5, 2021 at 8:40 pm | Eyewitness News

VideosMarch 5, 2021 at 7:46 pm Eyewitness News

Videos

INDIAN COVID-19 VACCINES TO ARRIVE IN THE COUNTRY BY SUNDAY

March 5, 2021 at 7:46 pm | Eyewitness News