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BAAA breaks its silence on ‘dark side’ of doping
THE Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA) finally broke its silence on the “dark side” of doping, in which the Bahamas has been accused of assisting in the supplies of performance-enhancing drugs to some elite athletes. In a press release, the BAAA made it crystal clear that they will continue to have a “zero” policy and will continue to promote a clean and healthy sport.
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Haitian inquiry gets underway
THE Haitian Government has launched a commission of inquiry into concerns of corruption at its embassy in Nassau. The commission arrives today and will meet with Bahamian officials, diplomatic staff, local recruits and community leaders to conduct i
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They served with distinction
The police force is an institution comprised of dedicated men and women of integrity, but like in most such institutions, there will be one or two who do not meet those criteria.
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CULTURE CLASH: We play follow the leader and God forbid anyone who doesn’t play by the rules
When we talk about leadership, we usually point to government as an example. The Prime Minister is seen as the ultimate leader. There is no one with more control. No one with greater power. No one with more responsibility. No one in a more important position. No one more unquestionable or beyond reproach. No one more silencing, domineering or undoubtedly correct. The prime minister is synonymous with leadership.
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THE KDK REPORT: Above the River Nile
THE famed Nile River is located in north-eastern Africa where it flows into the Mediterranean Sea. Whether or not it’s the longest river in the world is up for debate but certainly, without reproach, it remains the most historically significant. Dividing Egypt in two, the Nile was quintessentially critical in the evolution of the Egyptian civilisation as it was used to transport goods, provided a never-ending supply of food and single handedly nourished crops utilised for sustenance and trade.
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Absolutely unacceptable
Please allow us the space in your newspaper to respond to the remarks made by MP for Tall Pines Leslie Miller last week Thursday in the House of Assembly and the events that followed.
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FNM CONVENTION: Warm welcome for Dr Minnis
ARRIVING at the Holy Trinity Convention Centre this morning, the first impression was that it was more a rally for Dr Hubert Minnis than a party convention.
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Absolutely unacceptable
EDITOR, The Tribune.
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Police: No permission for Labour Day motorcades
THE Royal Bahamas Police Force has advised that it has not given permission for Labour Day motorcades on Friday.
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The rule of law
WE should not be so myopic as to believe the ruling in the case of Mr Jean-Rony Jean Charles only has implications for immigration matters. Instead, we should look to the greater issue which is that none of us are above the rule of law – not even the government, its departments or the civil service.
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DJ Big O dies at 35
POPULAR radio personality Santonio “Big O” Smith, 35, was remembered yesterday by his mother Carolyn Gray as a humble man who will be dearly missed. Smith, a disc jockey at 100 JAMZ, died last Thursday after having a heart attack. His sudden death ha
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BEC decision: ‘Time for fat lady to sing’
A senior private sector executive yesterday urged the Government to finally make a decision on the Bahamas Electricity Corporation’s (BEC) reform, adding: “It’s time for the fat lady to sing.”
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Pintard: Vote shows absence of transparency
AFTER the majority of members of Parliament rejected a motion to appoint a select committee to probe the 2012 Rubis gas leak in Marathon, Free National Movement Chairman Michael Pintard said it is evident the government will not end its “cover up” of this “crisis” to ensure transparency.
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‘Sports, faith and prayer go well together on the field’
One of the leading sporting organisations in the country, the Bahamas Olympic Committee, saw fit to open the year with a thanksgiving service aimed at showcasing the ties between sports and religion.
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By DENISE MAYCOCK Tribune Freeport Reporter
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NOTHING TO SAY: Gibson stays silent as corruption trial draws to its close
LAWYERS for Shane Gibson wrapped up their case in the former labour minister’s bribery trial yesterday after calling one witness who praised Gibson and expressed disbelief that he could have committed the crimes of which he is accused.
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EDITORIAL: Where is the investigation into Petty?
THE departure of Sylvanus Petty from his role as chairman of the Water and Sewerage Corporation came swiftly.
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‘Merit’ to Baha Mar liquidator changes
A well-known accountant has backed the withdrawal of PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) as Baha Mar’s potential provisional liquidators, given that this nation’s handling of the $3.5 billion dispute must be perceived as beyond reproach.
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Former FNM Chairman: The AG is in ‘very clear conflict of interest’
FORMER FNM Chairman Darron Cash yesterday questioned whether Attorney General Allyson Maynard-Gibson has protected her personal interests while at the negotiating table with Baha Mar executives following years of reported legal representation to the resort’s developer Sarkis Izmirlian.
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All athletes are invited to give thanks for a successful 2013
AS they anticipate 2014 as a year of great growth and achievement for sports in the Bahamas, the Bahamas Olympic Committee looks to give thanks and showcase the religious aspect of all athletes in the country.