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Task force to target non-compliant excursion businesses, says DIR
The Department of Inland Revenue is targeting companies in the excursion sector that are not compliant with their value-added tax (VAT) and business license obligations with the help of a task force, Acting Comptroller in the Department of Inland Revenue (DIR) Shunda Strachan said on Friday.
American Diver Dies After Being Hit by Boat
American Diver Dies After Being Hit by Boat
ELEUTHERA, BAHAMAS - Police say the 67-year-old from Montero, U.S.A. and his family were on on a diving excursion in waters near Winding Bay around 4.25 pm when he was hit by a boat.
American female tourist dies after diving expedition
American female tourist dies after diving expedition
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 75-year-old American female tourist from Myrtle Grove, North Carolina who died following a diving expedition on Monday. Initial reports indicate that on Monday around 8 p.m., the victim participated in a diving excursion in waters off Ship Channel Cay, Exuma, and upon her [...]
Father recalls shark attack horror
Father recalls shark attack horror
RELATIVES of the American woman killed in a shark attack while swimming off Rose Island are still mourning her death and cry every night over the tragedy. Californian Jordan Lindsey, 21 was savaged by sharks while swimming with her mom on June 26.
Carnival Cruise Line reveals Bahamian retail portal for Celebration Key
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Carnival Cruise Line has revealed that its forthcoming exclusive destination on Grand Bahama Celebration Key will encompass a retail portal named Lokono Cove, with help from a Grand Bahama resident. Lokono Cove emerged as the winning entry from a community-wide competition bolstered by the support of the Ministry for Grand Bahama and [...]
Carnival Corp taps longtime Bahamian team member to head Half Moon Cay
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Carnival Corporation, the world's largest cruise company, has promoted longtime Bahamian team member Ryan Knowles to the position of Island Manager at the popular cruise port destination, Half Moon Cay. Ryan has been a valued team member for several years, having worked in several positions on the island, most recently managing shore [...]
The Bahamas to Host Routes America 2025: A Strategic Milestone in Airline Networking and Connectivity
The Bahamas to Host Routes America 2025: A Strategic Milestone in Airline Networking and Connectivity
The Bahamas proudly announces its selection as the host destination for Routes America 2025, a premier event in the aviation industry.The conference, slated for 10 – 13 February, will take place at Atlantis, Paradise Island.The conference represents a significant milestone for The Bahamas as it reinforces the destination’s commitment to enhancing global air connectivity and fostering sustainab...
FNM & PM in social media spat
FNM & PM in social media spat
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The leader of the Free National Movement (FNM) Michael Pintard took to social media Tuesday evening to respond to Prime Minister Philip Davis who castigated him on the app 'X,' formerly known as Twitter, for suggesting that government's trip to Botswana was a 'waste of money.' While the Prime Minister tweeted a [...]
Government spending under scrutiny over alleged $200,000 luxury vehicle purchase
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Davis administration's spending practices have once again come under scrutiny, this time in light of the acquisition of a luxury vehicle valued at nearly $200,000, sparking debate regarding the responsible allocation of taxpayer funds. A leaked invoice circulating on social media has fueled fresh controversy; The invoice purportedly revealed that the [...]
American woman dies after diving expedition
American woman dies after diving expedition
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 75-year-old American woman visiting from Myrtle Grove, North Carolina, who died following a diving expedition.