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July 13, 2023
C&W Communications launches JUMP Initiative to bridge digital divide in the Caribbean
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A plan to deliver all-important internet connections to low-income Caribbean households has been unveiled as part of a private-public partnership between leading telecoms operator C&W Communications and some Caribbean countries, including The Bahamas. Aptly called JUMP, the initiative aims to help bridge the digital divide and foster greater digital inclusion in a [...]
Woman, 82, sexually assaulted, police say
July 12, 2023
Woman, 82, sexually assaulted, police say
Police arrested a 50-year-old man believed to be responsible for burglarizing a Centreville home and sexually assaulting an 82-year-old woman around 1:30 a.m. yesterday. According to reports received by police, the woman was asleep in her home off Wulff Road when she was awoken and assaulted by the man. Police said the suspect, who has been ...
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July 12, 2023
Suspect arrested in connection to the sexual assault of an 82-year-old woman
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A 50-year-old man suspected of sexually assaulting an 82-year-old woman early Tuesday morning has been apprehended by police. Police say that the suspect has been in custody several times for similar offenses. The man was arrested around 1 pm on Tuesday in the area of Mt. Tabor Estates by officers from the [...]
CWCO Backs Basketball Programmes
July 07, 2023
CWCO Backs Basketball Programmes
For the past 18 years young boys and girls between the ages of seven and 17 eagerly anticipate and enjoy the D-Squad Summer Basketball Camp. Last week, the free camp primarily sponsored by Consolidated Water (Bahamas) Ltd (CWCO) concluded with over 50 registered campers.
Marital rape bill is 'timely'
July 06, 2023
Marital rape bill is 'timely'
Before a packed room, Law Reform Commissioner Dame Anita Allen said yesterday that a bill that would criminalize marital rape is not a "campaign against husbands" or a tool for wives to leave a marriage, as some believe. Dame Anita spoke during a "discussion" on the Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2022. In addition to the ...
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July 05, 2023
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: At 50, the Bahamas must embrace a technology-focused future
Dear Editor, I am writing to discuss an urgent matter that requires immediate, focused attention, and action. The Bahamas, as a beautiful and vibrant nation, must move aggressively to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) and other digital technologies for Bahamians to secure a prosperous future. Our failure to do so could result in experiencing a fate [...]
June 23, 2023
Swimmers awarded for individual performances at nationals
It was a grueling four-day meet at the 51st Bahamas National Swimming Championships, and there were some outstanding swimmers who were able to take home the high point award trophy for amassing the highest individual points in their age category at the meet, that got underway on Thursday, June 15 and wrapped up on Sunday, June 18 at the Betty Kelly-Kenning Aquatic Center.
June 22, 2023
Rahming announces plan for gun amnesty to reduce violence on streets
A TWO-WEEK gun amnesty is to be called for by Police Commissioner Clayton Fernander to help reduce gun violence in the country.
'Food prices will remain elevated'
June 22, 2023
'Food prices will remain elevated'
Super Value food store chain owner Rupert Roberts said yesterday that notwithstanding all the creative measures employed by buyers in the grocery story industry, particularly within his establishment, food prices will likely remain elevated into next year and will probably continue to rise.
June 22, 2023
Rahming: Govt to offer gun amnesty for illegal weapons
Minister of State for Social Services and Urban Development Lisa Rahming said yesterday that the government will launch a two-week gun amnesty to give people an opportunity to turn over illegal guns without fear of prosecution.
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