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LocalJanuary 21, 2021 at 3:59 am Sloan Smith

Local

Dames: Time for Bahamians to see who sexual offenders are and where they live

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — With an increase in sexual offenses last year, parents must be more responsible for their daughters, said Minister of National Security Marvin Dames yesterday. According to police statistics, there was a 34 percent increase in sexual offenses in 2020 involving rape, unlawful sexual intercourse and attempted rape, with the Sexual Offences Unit […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — With an increase in sexual offenses last year, parents must be more responsible for their daughters, said... read more »

January 21, 2021 at 3:59 am | Sloan Smith

BusinessJanuary 21, 2021 at 3:58 am Natario McKenzie

Business

Cooper urges govt. to “come clean” on Grand Lucayan sale

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Deputy Leader and Shadow Finance Minister Chester Cooper last night called on the government to update the public on the status of the sale of the Grand Lucayan, as well as the latest terms of the sale with Royal Caribbean and ITM. Cooper’s said: “The Progressive Liberal Party […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Deputy Leader and Shadow Finance Minister Chester Cooper last night called on the... read more »

January 21, 2021 at 3:58 am | Natario McKenzie

LocalJanuary 21, 2021 at 3:56 am Sloan Smith

Local

Dames says police-involved shootings reflect “the world we are living in today”

37 complaints against officers ended in disciplinary action 11 people killed in police-involved shootings in 2020 NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of National Security Marvin Dames attributed the slight increase in police-involved shootings last year to “the world we are living in today”. Dames insisted that officers are being faced with assailants who have more high-powered […]

37 complaints against officers ended in disciplinary action 11 people killed in police-involved shootings in 2020 NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister... read more »

January 21, 2021 at 3:56 am | Sloan Smith

BusinessJanuary 21, 2021 at 3:52 am Natario McKenzie

Business

Bahamian aviation sector trying to navigate way forward after “massive” scaleback, mounting expenses

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — With the COVID-19 pandemic impacting international and domestic travel, Bahamian aviation industry operators are trying to navigate the way forward, having had to initiate a “massive” scaleback of their operations. Anthony K Hamilton, president of the Bahamas Association of Air Transport Operators, told Eyewitness News: “At the onset, I was estimating an […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — With the COVID-19 pandemic impacting international and domestic travel, Bahamian aviation industry operators are trying to navigate... read more »

January 21, 2021 at 3:52 am | Natario McKenzie

LocalJanuary 21, 2021 at 3:50 am Eyewitness News

Local

More work needed to save critically endangered Nassau grouper, scientist warns

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — There are glimmers of hope for the critically endangered Nassau grouper, a species which despite seasonal closures and size restrictions continue to experience declines throughout The Bahamas and the Caribbean, according to the Perry Institute of Marine Science (PIMS). Dedicated protection and conservation efforts have led to positive changes at some breeding […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — There are glimmers of hope for the critically endangered Nassau grouper, a species which despite seasonal closures... read more »

January 21, 2021 at 3:50 am | Eyewitness News

LocalJanuary 21, 2021 at 3:48 am Eyewitness News

Local

BPL “ramps up” transmission improvement efforts on Abaco

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) is “ramping up” efforts to rebuild and improve its transmission network on Abaco, the company said yesterday. In a statement giving an update on progress in restoring electricity to the island that was knocked out during Hurricane Dorian in September 2019, BPL said continues “working to restore […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) is “ramping up” efforts to rebuild and improve its transmission network on... read more »

January 21, 2021 at 3:48 am | Eyewitness News

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BusinessJanuary 21, 2021 at 3:47 am Eyewitness News

Business

Arrest, court case prompt BREA to urge: “Use a licensed agent”

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The recent arrest of the 31-year-old CEO of a business called Rent2Own Bahamas prompted Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA) President Christine Wallace-Whitfield yesterday to “urge and beseech prospective real estate clients to use a BREA-licensed broker or BREA-licensed salesperson for their own peace of mind and financial protection”. Wallace-Whitfield’s plea to rely […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The recent arrest of the 31-year-old CEO of a business called Rent2Own Bahamas prompted Bahamas Real Estate... read more »

January 21, 2021 at 3:47 am | Eyewitness News

LocalJanuary 21, 2021 at 3:43 am Eyewitness News

Local

Gender and Family Affairs Dept. launches online family safety survey

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Department of Gender and Family Affairs, Ministry of Social Services and Urban Development, has launched an online survey entitled “Family Safety Survey — COVID-19 Bahamas” in line with the department’s objectives of “keeping our families safe”. The availability of the survey is also a part of the technological reform underway at […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Department of Gender and Family Affairs, Ministry of Social Services and Urban Development, has launched an... read more »

January 21, 2021 at 3:43 am | Eyewitness News

BusinessJanuary 21, 2021 at 3:43 am Natario McKenzie

Business

SBDC exec: It’s a “miracle” so many SMEs survived COVID-19 downturn

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Small Business Development Centre’s (SBDC) executive director said yesterday it was a “miracle” that so many small businesses had survived the COVID-19 downturn, noting that up to this point the program has not recorded any defaults. Davinia Grant, who was addressing a meeting of the Rotary Club of Southeast Nassau yesterday […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Small Business Development Centre’s (SBDC) executive director said yesterday it was a “miracle” that so many... read more »

January 21, 2021 at 3:43 am | Natario McKenzie

Op-edJanuary 21, 2021 at 3:42 am Eyewitness News

Op-ed

Op-Ed: Growth through risk management

By Derek Smith Jr Every organization, whether for-profit or nonprofit, public or private, should protect themselves by fully assessing their inherent risks, deploying mitigating controls and appreciating their residual risks. Unfortunately, many organizations, big corporations, and small and mid-sized enterprises (SME) don’t find the need to invest in robust risk management systems; it is my […]

By Derek Smith Jr Every organization, whether for-profit or nonprofit, public or private, should protect themselves by fully assessing their... read more »

January 21, 2021 at 3:42 am | Eyewitness News

BusinessJanuary 21, 2021 at 3:39 am Natario McKenzie

Business

Simplified Lending touts advantages of credit bureau

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A local financial services firm has welcomed the news that a credit bureau will soon be a reality in The Bahamas, declaring it would be good news for those with a good repayment history, leading to lower interest and adjustable rates for everything from business loans to home mortgages. Robert Pantry, founder […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A local financial services firm has welcomed the news that a credit bureau will soon be a... read more »

January 21, 2021 at 3:39 am | Natario McKenzie

LocalJanuary 20, 2021 at 2:15 pm Sloan Smith

Local

COP apologizes for suicide gaffe

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Following public outrage regarding his comments about men who committed suicide last year, Commissioner of Police Paul Rolle yesterday apologized to the families of the men whom he may have offended. On Monday, during his annual press briefing, Rolle revealed that there was a 38 percent increase in suicides in The Bahamas, […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Following public outrage regarding his comments about men who committed suicide last year, Commissioner of Police Paul... read more »

January 20, 2021 at 2:15 pm | Sloan Smith

BusinessJanuary 20, 2021 at 1:02 pm Natario McKenzie

Business

BOB sees $2.37 million rebound in its first quarter

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bank of The Bahamas (BOB) saw a $2.37 million profit for the first quarter ended September 30, 2020, rebounding from a prior loss of $7.3 million for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2020. The BISX-listed lender’s net loss for the year ended June 30 stemmed from loan loss provisioning due to […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bank of The Bahamas (BOB) saw a $2.37 million profit for the first quarter ended September 30,... read more »

January 20, 2021 at 1:02 pm | Natario McKenzie

LocalJanuary 20, 2021 at 12:40 pm Sloan Smith

Local

PLP calls on Central and South Eleuthera MP to resign

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) has called for the resignation of Central and South Eleuthera MP Hank Johnson following an altercation involving his wife, his brother-in-law and a “female friend”. Commissioner of Police Paul Rolle confirmed that Johnson filed a complaint with police, alleging he was assaulted by his brother-in-law while visiting […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) has called for the resignation of Central and South Eleuthera MP Hank... read more »

January 20, 2021 at 12:40 pm | Sloan Smith

LocalJanuary 20, 2021 at 12:19 pm Sloan Smith 2

Local

D’Aguilar: English-speaking Caribbean countries seeking special consideration for CDC travel regime

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government is seeking a waiver from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for a Caribbean-wide exemption from its new travel entry requirement, according to Tourism Minister Dionisio D’Aguilar. The CDC has announced that starting January 26, all air passengers entering the United States will be required to have a […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government is seeking a waiver from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for a... read more »

January 20, 2021 at 12:19 pm | Sloan Smith | 2

BusinessJanuary 20, 2021 at 3:55 am Natario McKenzie

Business

D’Aguilar: “Anyone’s guess” on definitive cruise return

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Tourism Minister Dionisio D’Aguilar said yesterday that The Bahamas is effectively in a “wait-and-see” situation as to when the cruise industry resumes operations, noting that cruise lines remain in the “grasp” of the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention CDC). D’Aguilar, who was speaking to reporters ahead of a Cabinet meeting […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Tourism Minister Dionisio D’Aguilar said yesterday that The Bahamas is effectively in a “wait-and-see” situation as to... read more »

January 20, 2021 at 3:55 am | Natario McKenzie

LocalJanuary 20, 2021 at 3:54 am Rayne Morgan 1

Local

Campbell says alleged child abuse video being investigated

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Social Services Frankie Campbell said yesterday an investigation has been launched into alleged child abuse at the Children’s Emergency Hostel. This comes on the heels of a video being circulated on social media showing several adult women, purportedly at the children’s home, appearing to verbally scold a group of little […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Social Services Frankie Campbell said yesterday an investigation has been launched into alleged child abuse... read more »

January 20, 2021 at 3:54 am | Rayne Morgan | 1

BusinessJanuary 20, 2021 at 3:53 am Natario McKenzie

Business

Court of Appeal sets aside $6,000 unfair dismissal award of former BPL cashier

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Court of Appeal has set aside an Industrial Tribunal’s unfair dismissal award of $6,068 to a 25-year veteran of Bahamas Power and Light (BPL), who had been terminated for “lewd sexual activity” in the company’s cashier’s cage. Simone Fitzcharles, the Industrial Tribunal’s vice president, had ruled last year that Sherry Jennifer […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Court of Appeal has set aside an Industrial Tribunal’s unfair dismissal award of $6,068 to a... read more »

January 20, 2021 at 3:53 am | Natario McKenzie

BusinessJanuary 20, 2021 at 3:51 am Natario McKenzie

Business

Abaconians still very much in “survival mode”, says Chamber president

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Abaconians are still very much in “survival mode”, according to Abaco Chamber of Commerce President Ken Hutton, who noted that while the pace of reconstruction on the island has certainly picked up, it is still “nowhere near where it should be”. Hutton told Eyewitness News that the current pace of reconstruction has been […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Abaconians are still very much in “survival mode”, according to Abaco Chamber of Commerce President Ken Hutton,... read more »

January 20, 2021 at 3:51 am | Natario McKenzie

LocalJanuary 20, 2021 at 3:38 am Eyewitness News

Local

UB climate change expert warns Bahamas 30 years from irreversible climate effects

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas is already experiencing the impacts of climate change and is approximately 30 years away from irreversible effects if holistic interventions are not undertaken, a University of The Bahamas (UB) climate change expert has warned. According to Dr Adelle Thomas, UB director of the Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience Research (CCARR) […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas is already experiencing the impacts of climate change and is approximately 30 years away from... read more »

January 20, 2021 at 3:38 am | Eyewitness News