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Utilities taking the Bahamas 'backwards'
COMPLAINTS were widespread throughout the Bahamian business community yesterday after electricity and telephone services were disrupted for
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An Out Island administrator should not suffer for Minister's mis-step
“MR SPEAKER, the constitutional system under which our country is governed is in my view a good one which can guarantee that good governments can govern uninterruptedly and successfully. But to do so requires complete dedication to and observance of the legalism of our Constitution, the laws of the land and the conventions and spirit of the Constitution by which the men who govern must be guided.…
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DPM 'failed twice' to halt Blackbeard Cay development
The Deputy Prime Minister allegedly twice failed to live up to promises made to environmental activists to halt the controversial Blackbeard’s Cay project, court documents have alleged.
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Ice cream firm is 'licked' over unfair dismissal
A Lickety Split employee, whose husband conducted a year-long harassment campaign against her boss over suspicions they were having an affair, has won her claim for unfair dismissal.Justice Indra Charles, in a September 14, 2017, ruling found that th
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‘Competition explosion’ from number portability
Number portability could create an ‘explosion’ of competition in the mobile sector, the Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority’s (URCA) acting chief executive said yesterday, describing it as a “critical enabler” to the sector.
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There’s a buzz about as hailstorm hits Grand Bahama
GRAND Bahama experienced a hailstorm due to severe weather conditions that developed yesterday afternoon.
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Hospital to start ‘phased return’ to normal services
PRINCESS Margaret Hospital will start a phased return to normal services amidst the current COVID- 19 environment. It will begin the shift to a hybrid model of care providing for more face-to-face appointments supported by virtual appointments, which began December 6 and continues into January 2022.
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IAN FERGUSON: How firms can give a great reception
People often say that first impressions are lasting impressions. Research further indicates that people know whether or not they want to do business with you within the first seven seconds of engagement. Think about how many stores you walked out of because of the first ‘vibe’ you felt, either from the employees or the facilities.
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Parties using phone polls
POLITICAL parties are continuing their use of polling to gather information concerning who voters are more likely to support in the lead up to the 2012 general election.
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Mobile portability’s launch ‘promising’
The first day of mobile number portability was described as “promising” by the Bahamas’ two providers, with each reporting strong customer interest.
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Fashion comes to life for a purpose
PATRICIA Chatti of Cia Monet said she learned about the women's suffrage movement through articles published in the 2012 telephone directory.
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Aliv in COVID-inspired demand for fibre services
A senior Aliv executive says the COVID-19 pandemic has increased demand for fibre services, transitioning away from lower bandwith standard modem services.
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Police seek man in murder investigation
POLICE want to speak with a man they believe can help with a murder investigation.
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Search for armed robbers
POLICE are on the hunt for those responsible for four separate armed robberies in the capital late Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning.
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UPDATED: Well-known American businessman shot dead in Bimini
A WELL-KNOWN American businessman in Bimini was shot multiple times and killed in his home at Bimini Bay opposite Resorts World early yesterday morning, the Royal Bahamas Police Force has said.
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Ticket prices for college football classic reduced
THE local audience should look forward to the complete “Historically Black College and University football experience” which provides entertainment both on and off the field during a “classic” weekend, according to HBCUX network CEO and founder, Curtis Symonds.
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BTC slams ‘excessive’ $209,488 URCA fine
The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) last night slammed the $209,488 fine imposed on it by regulators for breaching mobile number portability rules as “unwarranted and excessive”.
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COMMUNICATIONS REVENUES FALL 7%
By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor The Bahamian communications industry's total revenues decreased by 7 per cent year-over-year in 2010, falling from $460 million to $428 million, as the sector's regulator pledged to introduce "universal service ob
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Pastors group says ‘don’t stop praying’
PASTORS of Prayer recently celebrated their 12th anniversary at the Mount Vernon Missionary Baptist Church in Pastel Gardens.
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BTC team hears concerns on Moore's Island
ABACO’S Moore’s Island residents welcomed BTC’s executive team headed by CEO Geoff Houston, who visited to hear customer concerns and offer some good news following the post-Hurricane Sandy restoration work.
