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Former Army Ranger struck by boat propeller in hit-and-run during Bahamas vacation: ‘His bottom was almost completely detached’
A former Army Ranger was nearly sliced in half when he was struck by a propeller of a boat that ran him over in a disturbing hit-and-run as he snorkeled off the coast of the Bahamas during a family vacation. Brent Slough, from Prosper, Texas, is...

‘We’re not dying tonight’: Canadian family recalls dramatic rescue as their boat ran aground in the Bahamas

Bahamas: Woman found dead, man believed to have attempted suicide
Police are investigating a homicide and suspected suicide attempt that occurred aboard a vessel docked at Harbour Island on today. A South African woman was found dead and a Mexican man has been hospitalized. The Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF)...

Tia Clayton returns to the track
THE JAMAICA Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA) has selected a powerful 47-member team – 21 females and 26 males – to represent the country at the NACAC Senior Track and Field Championships, to be held in Freeport, Bahamas, from August...

Bahamas health officials urge vigilance during summer travel season
The Ministry of Health and Wellness in The Bahamas is reminding residents to maintain good hygiene practices during the busy summer travel period as influenza-like illnesses typically increase this time of year. Health officials note that summer...

Big Breakdown inside the FNM Headquarters last evening as MCM Chairwoman was ousted following elections!
FNM HEADQUARTERS NASSAU| Michael Pintard and Hubert Ingraham were delivered their first election defeat before a General Elections last evening following the election of a new Meritorious Council Members MCM Chair Election. Last night pandemonium...

Bahamas approves six agricultural products from DR, 80 more under consideration
The Bahamas has approved the importation of six agricultural products from the Dominican Republic, with 80 other products in the pipeline for approval, Chairman of the Bahamas Trade Commission Senator Barry Griffin said yesterday. Griffin said...

North Texas family’s dream Bahamas vacation turns into nightmare after husband and father nearly cut in half by boat propeller
By J.D. Miles Click here for updates on this story Texas (KTVT) — A dream summer vacation in paradise this week has turned into a nightmare for a Prosper family. A 42-year-old husband and father is in intensive care in a Miami hospital after a...

Bahamas and Korea celebrate 40 years of diplomatic relations
The Bahamas and the Republic of Korea celebrated 40 years of diplomatic relations on Monday with a cultural reception at the British Colonial. The countries established diplomatic ties in 1985. Minister of Foreign Affairs Fred Mitchell said the...
All roads lead to The Bahamas for #CANTO2025 40th Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition
CANTO, the premier telecommunications trade association in the Caribbean, proudly announces its milestone 40th Annual Conference and Trade Exhibition, to be held at the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar in Nassau, The Bahamas from July 13th to 16th, 2025. This...
The Public Treasury Department celebrates the Bahamas 52nd Independence Anniversary
The Public Treasury Department on July 1 commemorated National Flag Day, celebrating the 52nd Anniversary of Bahamas Independence with a Flag Raising Ceremony at the department, and festivities with Bahamian pride on full display. Offices,...
2024 World Relays: AFN releases final list for Bahamas
‘Has he ever put a list together?’ Coach roasts footy commentator David King
“If I had a dollar for every time someone asked me what I’ve done to David King, I’d be a rich man,” Longmuir said on Thursday. “I’d probably be in the Bahamas, guts up, rather than doing this job. “But in the end, everyone needs to understand...
Bahamas Nurses Union: What Is Fueling The Ongoing Internal Conflict?

Locals at Margaritaville Nassau invite visitors to celebrate Bahamas Independence
As The Bahamas prepares to celebrate its 52nd Independence Day on July 10, locals at Margaritaville Beach Resort Nassau are encouraging travelers to go beyond the beach and dive into the island’s vibrant culture, traditions, and national pride....

The Bahamas: Police investigate sexual assault of woman known to assailant
Police in The Bahamas have launched an investigation into the alleged sexual assault of a woman by an assailant known to her. Police reported that some time shortly before 2:00am on Friday, the woman was at the residence of the man and engaged in...
FTX Bahamas strikes deal for $377m claim withdrawal
By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor nhartnell@tribunemedia.net FTX’s Bahamas liquidators have struck a deal that will result in a failed crypto bank’s administrator withdrawing a $377.419m claim against the collapsed exchange. Brian Simms KC,...

Army Ranger in ICU after being hit by boat propeller while snorkeling in the Bahamas
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Bahamas in $100m funding for National Energy Policy
By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor nhartnell@tribunemedia.net The Bahamas has received its first-ever financing from the latest multilateral lender it has joined in the form of a $100m loan to aid the National Energy Policy’s implementation....

Bahamas: Police investigate suspected arson in New Providence
Police in New Providence are actively investigating a suspected arson incident that destroyed a residence and four vehicles in Coral Heights West early Tuesday morning. The Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) reported that officers were alerted to a...