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Airport Authority employees complete 'Access Control Workshop'
A Closing Ceremony was held February 1, 2024 for an 'Access Control Workshop' for Airport Authority employees, conducted jointly by the Organization of American States/Inter-American Committee Against Terrorism (OAS/CICTE) and US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) National Aviation Security (AVSEC), in the Airport Authority Training Room, Lynden Pindling International Airport.
Baptist Sports Council Rebranded
Baptist Sports Council Rebranded
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - In rebranding and relaunching the organization, the Baptist Sports Council has had a name change to the Bahamas Baptist Sports Federation.
International agencies conduct Access Control Workshop training for Airport Authority employees
International agencies conduct Access Control Workshop training for Airport Authority employees
Minister of Foreign Affairs the Hon. Frederick Mitchell attended the opening of an Access Control Workshop for Airport Authority employees, conducted jointly by the Organization of American States/Inter-American Committee Against Terrorism (OAS/CICTE) and US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) National Aviation Security (AVSEC).
Grieving mother shares how others can cope with loss
Grieving mother shares how others can cope with loss
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Laurette Lockhart says she is still grieving the loss of her son, Azaro Ferguson, who was shot dead on May 28, 2023, on Soldier Road. She shared her grief with reporters on the sidelines of the 2024 Families Of All Murder Victims (F.O.A.M) Day Church Service being held at the New Covenant [...]
Murder victims' families unite for a special F.O.A.M Day service
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Familiies of murder victims, joined by of the wife of the prime minister Ann-Marie Davis and various religious leaders, have gathered at the New Covenant Baptist Church today for a special service to commemorate "Families Of All Murdered Victims (F.O.A.M) Day." Prime Minister Philip Davis officially proclaimed January 23 as F.O.A.M. Day in 2023. [...]
Legal warning in beauty queen row
Legal warning in beauty queen row
THE law firm representing the Miss Bahamas Universe Organization has issued a warning that publishing interviews with former Miss Bahamas Universe winners Chantel O'Brian and Melissa Ingraham could lead to prosecution for defamation.
Return of The Masks?
Return of The Masks?
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The World Health Organization's latest COVID-19 update pointed to a 52% increase in the number of new COVID-19 cases globally in the 28 days between November 20th, and December 17th 2023 when compared to the 28 days prior.
New Covid Variant Spreading Fast, Says Health Chiefs
New Covid Variant Spreading Fast, Says Health Chiefs
USA - A sub-variant of the omicron strain, JN.1, has been labeled a 'variant of interest' by the World Health Organization due to its rapid spread.
Record Millions Infected With Dengue This Year
Record Millions Infected With Dengue This Year
USA - Dengue is surging across the western hemisphere, hitting record numbers. According to the Pan American Health Organization, over 4 million cases were reported this year, exceeding the 2019 record.
Government and Royal Caribbean partner to provide 200 residents with farming kits
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- The Agricultural Development Organization (ADO) in partnership with Royal Caribbean International (RCI) is presenting 200 backyard farming kits to residents today at the St. Thomas More Parish Hall. Agriculture Minister Jomo Campbell, says the initiative is an important one as it "paves the path for national food security."