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Donald Thomas wins high jump at USATA NYC Grand Prix
GRAND Bahamian Donald Thomas is starting to round himself into shape as he looks forward to making another trip for the Bahamas to the season’s premier event at the World Championships.
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THE BTVI STORY: Raising a toast to BTVI
IT WAS a Wednesday evening and Aaryn McKenzie, who is on break from the College of St Benedict made a second visit to the Toastmasters Club at the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI). She felt compelled to return.
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DEIDRE BASTIAN: Why entrepreneurship is such a rewarding career
While the journey to entrepreneurship is likely to be filled with sacrifices and challenges, the reward is often far greater. With the right amount of knowledge and guidance, it is indeed possible for anyone to be successful as an entrepreneur.
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Free breakfast programme good, if it lasts
I write this letter regarding the Davis administration’s recent announcement of the National Free Breakfast Programme (NFBP), an initiative designed to benefit public school students across The Bahamas. As a parent and advocate for equitable education, this proposal has captured my attention and sparked a flurry of thoughts concerning its potential implications.
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Bahamas to host CARIFTA Aquatics Championships
THE Bahamas is gearing up to host 30th CARIFTA Aquatics Championships at the Betty Kelly-Kenning Aquatics Centre from March 28 to April 7 and, with nearly a month remaining on the countdown, preparations which include facility repairs, are in full swing.
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Government aiding in excessive alcohol consumption among Bahamian alcoholics
Recently I was informed by a businessman that one of his employees died unexpectedly. Even without the benefit of an autopsy, the grieving businessman is convinced that his employee's excessive drinking played a significant part in his demise. About three years ago an individual I personally knew drowned due to his inebriation. He was also a chronic alcoholic. I know of another young Bahamian, about 41-years-old, who is always either drunk or sobering up.
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CH Reeves Raptors aiming to keep last season’s momentum going
With schools recently reopening for the new academic and sporting year, the CH Reeves Raptors are looking to keep last season’s momentum going.
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ALICIA WALLACE: Government ‘unserious’ on gender policy progress
THE national gender policy has been on the shelf for years. It was first drafted more than a decade ago, and last updated in 2018.
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EDITORIAL: Less than perfect solution better than none at all
IN October of last year, Haiti Prime Minister Ariel Henry called for foreign military support to intervene as the nation slumped further into crisis.
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Soaring BPL costs delay inflation ease
Bahamians will have to wait for Bahamas Power & Light’s (BPL) soaring energy bills to ease before “the moderation of inflation starts to look more like” other countries, the Central Bank’s governor warned yesterday.
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Michael Major Jr had a busy week for Howard
FRESHMAN Michael Major Jr and the Howard University Bison had a tough week in men’s tennis.
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TV host Carlos Mackey pays tribute to ‘Obie the sportsman’
CARLOS Mackey, television host of the Best of Sports World show, joined alongside the late Obediah Hercules Wilchcombe to make history in 1991.
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EDITORIAL: Solutions not easy to find for Haiti
FORMER Prime Minister Perry Christie – part of the Eminent Persons Group despatched to Haiti in search of a solution for the ongoing crisis there – had little in the way of positive news to report yesterday.
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We are at a fork in the road
This isn't rocket science, but coming up with an effective remedy for the sad, sad state of violence and chaos engulfing The Bahamas today seems to elude the powers that be by several light years. We are definitely at a fork in the road.
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‘Donnie’ gets Lifetime Achievement Award
Donald “Donnie’’ Martinborough, who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Bahamas Realty, became the first Bahamian to be presented the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 52nd International Sunfish Class Association (ISCA) World Championship in Miami, Florida.
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Families of victims killed by police call for justice and accountability at vigil
THE families of those killed during police-involved shootings renewed their calls for justice, accountability and closure for the beloved victims during a candlelight vigil ceremony on Friday.
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Knowles, BOC look ahead to Paris Olympics
AS we turn over a new leaf of life for the new year, Bahamas Olympic Committee president Romell Knowles expressed his desire for the Bahamas heading into the Olympic Games in July.
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BAAA Track & Field champs set for next month
THE Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations is anticipating a grand affair when they host their Senior and Junior National Track and Field Championships next month.
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Arawak Homes sponsors employee Kaiwan Culmer’s journey to Paris Olympics
ARAWAK Homes Limited announced their decision to sponsor their fellow employee and triple jumper Kaiwan Culmer on his quest to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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DR KENT BAZARD – Recognising athlete overload: Balancing ambition and well-being
IN the world of sports, ambition and dedication shine as guiding stars for athletes. Their relentless pursuit of excellence often leads to awe-inspiring performances, but it also casts a shadow - a shadow called athlete overload.
