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Three men brawl at Accident & Emergency over weekend NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Following a brawl involving three men at Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) over the weekend, Bahamas Nurses Union (BNU) President Amancha Williams is calling on the government to beef up security across healthcare services. In an interview with Eyewitness News, Williams said the BNU had met with the Ministry...

Bahamas Investment Fund aims to give economic opportunities to thousands of Bahamians Offering closes Dec 17 NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Nassau Cruise Port (NCP) has attracted in excess of 500 subscriptions to its Bahamas Investment Fund (BIF) offering thus far, with a total value exceeding $11 million. Angelo Butler, senior analyst at CFAL, the book runner for the BIF offering,...

Omicron variant found to be three times more transmissible than delta, but milder symptoms NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Just over half of the newly confirmed coronavirus infections yesterday had a history of travel. The Ministry of Health confirmed 19 new cases, 15 of which were on New Providence, three on Grand Bahama and one on Long Island. Of these, 10 cases...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Consultant Physicians Staff Association (CPSA) President Sabriquet Pinder-Butler said yesterday the acquisition of pediatric vaccines and the COVID-19 pill would be “very helpful” in the fight against COVID. Her comments come as the government continues to source pediatric Pfizer vaccines from the international market, just weeks ahead of thousands of students returning to a hybrid model including...

25% discount for some customers and water depots to be discontinued  NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Grand Bahama Utility Company (GBUC) yesterday announced that its $5 million state-of-the art reverse osmosis (RO) plant is now fully operational to provide potable water to the island of Grand Bahama.  The company said in a statement that the three-million-gallon RO facility has been extensively...

AG pledges to support Bahamas Maritime Authority & work with transport minister on legislation to attract yachting market NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Attorney General Ryan Pinder said yesterday that just as the government seeks to stay ahead of the class in the shipping industry, by advancing the Merchant Shipping Act, it is also seeking to make greater inroads in the yachting...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Thousands of children and their families drove through the Queen Elizabeth Carnival Grounds for the annual IL Cares Foundation Christmas give back, where they were treated to free toys, treats, and a live entertainment show with Santa Claus and other characters.   People began to gather at the grounds in their vehicles well before 5am for the...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Chantel O’Brian made history last night, becoming the first Bahamian woman to place top 10 in the revered Miss Universe contest in its 70-year history. Eighty women from around the world vied to become the next Miss Universe in Eilat, Israel. O’Brian, 27, has become a silent favorite among the contestants with a growing fan base who...

Down the drain: Another denial would cost McCafferty’s “substantial investment”  Economic affairs minister hopes carnival operators can reach a compromise NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The operators of the Christmas Carnival have reapplied to the Ministry of Health for approval to operate for the holiday season after being initially denied last week.   In a statement yesterday, the operators advised that they...

Govt prepared to work with businesses that may need assistance adjusting NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Businesses will have up to 90 days after implementation of the 10 percent value-added tax (VAT) rate to make changes on price tags to reflect the decrease, according to Minister of Economic Affairs Michael Halkitis. The Davis administration has passed a new supplementary bill and amendments...

DPM says airlines will verify required COVID test results  NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government expects a seamless transition as it removes the requirement for travel health visas for Bahamians and residents returning to the country. The new initiative, which was a major campaign promise of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP), goes into effect today. The visa, however, will remain in...

Officials say slashed ticket prices here to stay for foreseeable future Foulkes: It will take some time for us to climb out of the hole NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Fusion Superplex executives said over the weekend that the COVID-19 pandemic has been "devastating" to the business’ bottom line, setting it back two years. Fusion Superplex CEO Carlos Foulkes said: “We’re back...

Halkitis says businesses reopening, full hotels and increased airlift all positive signs for The Bahamas NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Economic Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis said all indications suggest the Bahamian economy is set for a rebound, although he cautioned that “we are not out of the woods yet”. Minister of Economic Affairs Michael Halkitis. While speaking on the sidelines of a...

Luxury property accepting bookings as of Dec 20, 2021 NASSAU, BAHAMAS — After being closed for more than a year, The Cove Eleuthera is set to reopen its doors next week.  The luxury resort on Eleuthera closed its doors back in April of 2020. The Enchantment Group, an award-winning hospitality company, had purchased the 40-acre luxury beachfront resort from New Orleans-based businessman...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Arinthia Komolafe yesterday announced her resignation as leader of the Democratic National Alliance Leader and from front-line politics. Deputy Leader Steven Nesbitt has been appointed as the interim leader. Komolafe entered front-line politics in 2017 and became the leader of the DNA in 2019. “To say that the journey has been filled with its challenges is an...

‘Equinor storage facility not hurricane hardened’ NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Nearly two years after record hurricane winds spread some five million gallons of crude oil over wetlands, pine forests, and a quarry in Grand Bahama, environmentalists report that concentrations of oil found at the spill site remain high enough to negatively impact birds and other potentially exposed organisms. Experts are calling...

Drawing to win up to $25k Fields: Govt still hoping to achieve 200,000 fully vaccinated people by end of year NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Individuals receiving their first COVID-19 vaccine dose will be eligible to win up to $100,000 in cash prizes in a national vaccine lottery, the National COVID-19 Vaccine Consultative Committee announced yesterday. The initiative is being done in...

Police able to resume issuing tickets for non-compliance NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Motorists are being urged and warned to have their vehicles licensed and insurance up-to-date as the 30-day grace period given by the government following the end of the COVID-19 emergency order ends on Monday. We would encourage everyone to go ahead and comply with licensing. - Minister of National...