CIBC To Close Bay Street Branch
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - CIBC Caribbean announced that its Bay Street branch will close permanently on May 31st, 2024.
Boy Accused of Killing Relative Granted $10K Bail
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - A Supreme Court judge has set bail at $10,000 for a 15-year-old boy accused of killing his older brother.
J&J Hopes for Deal With Third Talc Settlement
INTERNATIONAL - Johnson & Johnson has unveiled a new settlement plan aiming to resolve the bulk of lawsuits alleging its talc products, such as baby powder, caused cancer.
16 People Charged in “Grandparent Scam” Operated From D.R.
UNITED STATES - Sixteen individuals have been charged by the United States in connection with a widespread "Grandparent Scam" targeting elderly Americans, with 11 from the Dominican Republic and five from the United States.
Unions in Suriname Plan Protest Strike Over Power Price Hike
SURINAME - The Trade Union Federation of Suriname, known as C-47, has issued a warning, stating that their planned two-day industrial action against increased electricity rates will escalate if the government fails to address their concerns.
President Biden Says Order Must Prevail After Police Dismantle Gaza Protest
UNITED STATES - United States President Biden addressed pro-Palestinian and Israeli protests, affirming students' right to protest but not to "cause chaos."
Suretors Ordered to Pay $30K Bail After Murder Suspect Jumps Bail
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Three people who stood bail for an accused killer who skipped bail during his trial have been ordered to pay his $30,000 bail sum.
BREEF Earth Day Beach Cleanup & Fun Day Inspires Community for a Cleaner, Brighter Future
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) concluded Earth Week by hosting a Beach Cleanup and Fun Day on Saturday April 27, at Saunders Beach.
Major Roadworks Project Underway By Port Authority
GRAND BAHAMA - The streets in Freeport getting a facelift recently, this as the Grand Bahama Port Authority has completed two years of their five year road work infrastructure program.
Abaco MP: The Fires Are Endangering Spring City Houses
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Residents in Spring City Abaco, desperate tonight as fires burn dangerously close to their homes.