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Coronavirus: What are the chances of dying?
By Robert Cuffe, Head of StatisticsResearchers currently think that between five and 40 coronavirus cases in 1,000 will result in death, with a best guess of nine in 1,000 or about 1%.But it depends...
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What symptoms to be on the lookout for and how to protect yourself from...
By Faith Karimi, CNN (CNN)As the United States recorded its first coronavirus death -- and the number of infections grows worldwide -- many people are wondering what symptoms to be on the lookout for...
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Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation Statement on COVID-19
NASSAU, Bahamas – The Bahamas Ministry of Health is working closely with the all pertinent government agencies throughout the destination to execute The Bahamas National Preparedness and Response Plan...
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'I don't feel like we're making any progress': 6 months after Hurricane...
Great Abaco's recovery from the destruction of Hurricane Dorian has been slow, and while streets have been cleared of debris, badly damaged buildings and piles of rubble can still be seen six months...
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Government Progress Report to highlight accomplishments in education,...
The Government of The Bahamas will release its first Progress Report on Monday 2 March 2020. The report will outline some of the Government’s major accomplishments since coming to office in May...
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PM: Coronavirus presents “grave concern”
Prime Minister Dr. Hubert MinnisGovt. to establish national coordinating committeeHealth officials assure of ability to contain, combat virusNASSAU, BAHAMAS — The globally spreading coronavirus...
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Six Now In Coronavirus Quarantine
By FARRAH JOHNSONfjohnson@tribunemedia.netTHE number of Bahamians in quarantine for signs related to the novel coronavirus has increased to six, according to Health Minister Dr Duane Sands.On Monday,...
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WHO chief warns 'we are in uncharted territory' as number of coronavirus...
By Joshua BerlingerHong Kong (CNN) The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) said that public health officials are operating in "uncharted territory" as they combat the spread of the novel...
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Nassau Paradise Island: Beaches, Yes, But Also Amazing Culture
Nassau is home to not only great beaches, but amazing cultural events such as the annual Junkanoo festival.With its fabulous, white-sand beaches and crystal-clear water, Nassau Paradise Island is known...
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Bahamas PM claims TCI is ‘swamped’ with illegal migrants
PM Dr. Hubert MinnisBy Gemma HandyTHE TCI is being cited as a cautionary tale by Bahamian officials who this week pledged to aggressively track down illegal immigrants and "take our country back”.In a...
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GE Mobile Turbine To Help Power Bahamas
A GE TM2500 mobile aeroderivative gas turbine is ready to start operating at Bahamas Power and Light Company Ltd. (BPL) Blue Hills Power Plant to provide an addition of up to 34 MW of power to the...
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Industry Workshop Aim Is To Meet The Standard
The Bahamas Bureau of Standards and Quality (BBSQ) teamed with its Caribbean counterpart to host a Freeport workshop on the development of quality regulation for various local industries.The workshop,...
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Coronavirus prep: Hand sanitizers fly off shelves
Shopper stocks on supplies at Xtra Value Grocery Store SaturdayBy Royston Jones Jr.Super Value, Lowe’s run low on stock of sanitizersForeign Affairs strongly discourages non-essential travel to risk...
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NEW DAY: Govt. signs Heads of Agreement for sale of Grand Lucayan
Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis (center, back row) poses with developer and officials at the signing ceremony in Grand Bahama.By Natario McKenziePM says investment will create 3,000 direct and indirect...
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Swapping kisses for elbow bumps. The bizarre ways that coronavirus is...
By Amy Woodyatt (CNN)On Monday, a German politician did what could have been seen as the ultimate faux paus -- he rejected a handshake from his head of state, Chancellor Angela Merkel.But rather than...
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Don't Miss SGBC Hurricane Dorian Conference 2020!
Don't forget to pre-register here!For more information contact Ms. Keturah Babb at 727-4055 or keturah.babb@ub.edu.bs.
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Humane Society Pub Quiz - Saturday 7th March
It's been 6 months since Hurricane Dorian, and its only still the beginning of the rebuilding process for some.Join the Humane Society for their very first fundraiser at Garden of the Groves for a fun...
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Bahamas' Sixth Most Expensive Ranking Not 'Accurate Portrayal'
John Rolle Governor of the Central Bank of The BahamasBy YOURI KEMPThe Central Bank’s governor says The Bahamas’ recent ranking as the world’s sixth most expensive country to live in is not an...
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Alleged Nygard sex ring fuels raging Bahamas corruption scandal
Peter Nygard hosted several high-ranking Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) officials at his Nygard Cay property to celebrate the PLP election victory in 2012. Those in attendance included Minister of...
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Bahamas establishes laboratory to test for COVID-19
NASSAU, Bahamas (CMC) – The Bahamas yesterday announced the establishment of a laboratory with the capacity to test for the coronavirus (COVID-19), as the Government said it would utilise the resources...
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