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NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A man was shot and killed shortly before 6pm yesterday at a residence on Maritus Avenue, Elizabeth Estates, according to police. Initial police reports indicated the man was visiting a home in the area to return an item when a lone gunman approached him and shot him several times. The victim, believed to be in his late...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The National COVID-19 Vaccine Consultative Committee yesterday said administration of the COVID-19 vaccine will be limited to second doses by appointment only for those who are eligible. It said the measure will continue until additional doses of the vaccine arrive in-country. “The administration of first doses will resume once additional vaccination supplies have been received,” the committee...

Fields says the committee will ultimately continue to follow the science NASSAU, BAHAMAS — National COVID-19 Vaccine Consultative Committee Co-Chair Ed Fields said yesterday that while it was not in his purview to decide whether the committee will mix-and-match COVID vaccines, the committee will explore the measure of mixing doses of AstraZeneca and Pfizer. When contacted for comment, Fields said...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) Commodore Dr Raymond King said yesterday that while nighttime search and rescue missions will continue to be contingent on the capabilities of the search vessel and weather conditions at the time, the organization is constantly exploring measures to improve its response and capacity. Responding to questions from Eyewitness News, King, who was...

There have been 16 traffic fatalities this year so far NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A male passenger of a Toyota RAV4 SUV was killed after the vehicle collided with a stationary Mack truck on Charles W Saunders Highway, police reported. Eyewitness News understands the Mack truck was parked on the side of the highway as a tractor was collecting debris and...

FNM candidates allegedly told to “ready themselves” in hint towards early election Pinder in, McAlpine out as FNM completes full slate of candidates  NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Free National Movement (FNM) will ratify its final four candidates tonight, Eyewitness News understands. The final four will include incumbents for Carmichael, Desmond Bannister, the deputy prime minister, and Killarney, Dr Hubert Minnis, the prime minister....

RBDF: Nightfall and bad weather have hampered search efforts Dames on the defensive over criticism of law enforcement's response NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Royal Bahamas Defense Force (RBDF) advised yesterday that the search effort continues for 28-year-old Drew Rigby, who remains missing after the jet ski he was on collided with a boat on Sunday near Rose Island. In a...

"They are taking advantage of the vendors" NASSAU, BAHAMAS — President of the Straw Business Persons Association Esther Thompson yesterday called on the government to provide additional social assistance to straw vendors in need, who continue to await the reopening of the Downtown Nassau Straw Market. Thompson told Eyewitness News that after more than a year of closure of the market, vendors continue...

Study suggests mixing vaccines offers strong immune protection WHO cautions against the practice due to limited long-term data NASSAU, BAHAMAS — As The Bahamas awaits a tranche of Pfizer doses from the World Health Organization’s (WHO) COVAX Facility and could offer recipients of AstraZeneca a second dose of the US-manufactured vaccine, studies have shown that vaccine mixing offers strong immune...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Court of Appeal yesterday ruled that a man acquitted of murder and armed robbery should walk free and not face a retrial as it is not in the “interest of justice”. Court of Appeal Justices Maureen Crane-Scott, Roy Jones and Milton Evans presided over the matter. Giordano Rolle Jr was convicted on March 10, 2017, and...

“Full economic activity cannot resume unless we have the virus under control” Bahamas state of emergency set to end next month NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director Dr Carissa F Etienne said yesterday that countries should prioritize health, well-being and public health measure before resuming full economic activity. During PAHO's weekly press briefing, Etienne noted that the...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS- The Bahamas Roadmasters Running Club (BRRC) has 30 of its members registered for the 125th Boston Marathon, and are in high training mode as they get ready to chase “the unicorn” (official symbol of the Boston Marathon). BRRC President Marcel Major explained: “Our members and a few other Bahamian avid runners will be ready for the challenge and...

“I’m not saying incidents don’t happen should people be afraid to sleep in their homes?” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of National Security Marvin Dames said yesterday that the public should not be afraid to go into public spaces or be concerned about a gang war on New Providence following five killings over the holiday weekend. Speaking to reporters on the...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Free National Movement (FNM) will ratify its final four candidates tomorrow night, Eyewitness News understands. The final four will include incumbents for Carmichael, Desmond Bannister, the deputy prime minister, and Killarney, Dr Hubert Minnis, the prime minister. Fredrick McAlpine. According to sources, Director of Labour John Pinder will also be ratified for Fox Hill. He is expected...

Man charged with three separate murders, including Ian “Irie” Porter NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Five men, aged 21 to 25, appeared in a Magistrate’s Court yesterday in connection with seven murders stemming back over two years, including the June 2019 killings of Ian “Irie” Porter and Raymond Adderley. Delanzo Cartwright, 25, of Avocado Street, Pinewood Gardens, was charged with the murders...

Hospitalizations see sharp, 76% increase in last two weeks “We are very much in the third wave” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The number of coronavirus cases reported last week dropped by eight percent, in spite of an increase in COVID-19 testing last week by just shy of 500 tests compared to the previous week. From July 6 to July 12, there were...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Health Renward Wells said yesterday that as it stands, the government does intend to move forward with ending the COVID-19 emergency orders when the current state of emergency ends on August 13. Speaking to reporters on the matter outside Cabinet, Wells said: "The state of emergency ends on August 13. If there is going to...

Foreign affairs minister: We are not abandoning Haiti; we just want our people home NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Foreign Affairs Darren Henfield advised yesterday that The Bahamas Embassy in Haiti will remain closed until the government feels confident it is safe enough to return diplomats to Haiti. Henfield told reporters that all four diplomats from the embassy arrived in...