Story
BTC union update
ALTHOUGH hurricane Sandy has slowed the Bahamas Telecommunications and Public Managers Union's efforts to have a senior official reinstated, Talbot Collie, president, says the options are being reviewed.
Story
Unions may delay action after meeting
INDUSTRIAL action could be delayed by the country’s unions, as sources revealed that BTC officials and Minister of Labour Shane Gibson held a meeting on Friday over the firing of union executive Elizabeth Thompson.
Story
YOUNG MAN'S VIEW: Shipping in the Bahamas
THERE is an urgent need to examine shipping in our archipelago. I have recently had cause to ship building supplies to Long Island via G and G shipping company, which is situated in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Firstly, the service was horrendous and the cost for shipping was exorbitant and, frankly, ludicrous.
Story
$10M SHARE OFFER ON OUT ISLAND TOUR
ARAWAK Port Development (APD) executives are taking the company's $10 million share offering to the Family Islands, it was confirmed yesterday. APD executives and placement advisors for the initial public offering (IPO) will begin a series of investor me
Story
Unions threaten strike over Thompson
IN AN act of solidarity, union leaders are again threatening to take industrial action if ousted former BTC Manager Elizabeth Thompson is not reinstated by this weekend.
Story
Bahamas Roadmasters Virtual 9th Bahamas Half Marathon/ 10k set for November 20-21
WHILE they wait on the restrictions to be lifted for mass gatherings at public outings, Bahamas Roadmasters is encouraging persons to come out and participate in their Cancer Treatment of America Virtual 9th Bahamas Half Marathon and 10 Kilometre race.
Story
Tureano’s Challenge: ‘I’m going to beat Triple G’ Golovkin
PROFESSIONAL Bahamian boxer Tureano Johnson has made his intentions clear to anyone who is willing to listen - he wants to challenge Gennady “Triple G” Golovkin for the right to the top spot in the middleweight division.
Story
Judge finds 'no truck' with Road Traffic case
THE Road Traffic Department "acted illegally" in refusing to inspect and register a Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) licencee's 'taxi cab' on the grounds that it had not obtained a government license, the Supreme Court once again upholding the Hawksbill Creek Agreement against arbitrary executive actions.
Story
Tureano: ‘I’m going to beat Triple G’
Even before the swelling went down on his face following the 12-round battle against Eamonn O’Kane, Tureano Johnson was ready to issue a new challenge as the number one contender for the IBF middleweight title.
Story
Houston denies Thompson was fired over union role
BAHAMAS Telecommunications Company CEO Geoff Houston denied claims yesterday that the company fired former senior manager Elizabeth Thompson because she became a union official.
Story
Tributes to sculptor and artist Stephen G E Burrows
PROMINENT Bahamian sculptor and artist Stephen G E Burrows, who dedicated his life to the culture of art in public spaces, has passed away.The 80-year-old was the first Bahamian steel and metal artist to have his artistry publicly showcased throughou
Story
Naughty to host stage show during Marathon Bahamas
ONE of the hottest comedians in the country and some of the most popular musical acts will take the stage on Saturday, January 16, for the annual Susan G Komen Bahamas Race for the Cure Survivors Ceremony.
Story
Cancer victim’s Christmas wish is to come home to die
THE family of Monique Woods, a 43-year-old Bahamian left bedridden by cancer in a Chicago area hospital, is seeking the public’s assistance in raising $20,000 to airlift her back to Nassau, allowing her to die “at home surrounded by those she loves.”
Story
$5,000 gospel recording contract up for grabs
The new season of 242 Untapped is bringing new hosts and a $5000 prize, as judges seek out the Bahamas’ next gospel recording superstar. Returning to judge is producer/coach Chris Roberts, international worship leader; recording artist Nadene Moss, singer/songwriter; Jonathan ‘Jonny’ Farrington and Vincent ‘V-Mac’ McDonald of Elevation Records, who wears several hats as host, director and creator of the show.
Story
Break-Out Session: The mysterious Gräfenberg Spot
THE G-spot has been a topic of scientific discussion for at least 30 years now, and in my opinion, it is worth every bit of it. Yes! Let us find out about other ways to bring about intense pleasure to females other than the (hopefully) straightforward clitoral stimulation. Guys, get ready to brighten your horizons in the art of female pleasure.
Story
Private sector hire aids Dorian debris oversight
The Disaster Reconstruction Authority (DRA) says it has hired Abaco based J&G Pavers to manage the Green Turtle Cay debris management site.
Story
Registration begins for Race for the Cure
REGISTRATION for the 2016 Susan G Komen Bahamas Race for the Cure opened yesterday to a special musical backdrop as the event’s first official anthem was unveiled. “Save The World (Susan G Komen Bahamas Race for the Cure)” was created and donated by Visage Band Bahamas members, Wendi Lewis and Dyson Knight. Anwar McDonald helped to write the song and Frederick Seymour produced it.
Story
Marathon Bahamas ready for the off
by RENALDO DORSETT Sports Reporter rdorsett@tribunemedia.net Just days remain until runners from across the globe submerge on the capital for the second annual running of Marathon Bahamas and organisers are making the final preparations along the race co
Story
Abroad, but no need to be out of REACH
Abroad, but no need to be out of REACH A NEW non-partisan, apolitical group composed of Bahamians abroad and friends of the Bahamas has come together to represent the interests of Bahamians who live overseas. The Council for Concerned Bahamians Abroad (C
Story
Abroad, but no need to be out of REACH
Abroad, but no need to be out of REACH A NEW non-partisan, apolitical group composed of Bahamians abroad and friends of the Bahamas has come together to represent the interests of Bahamians who live overseas. The Council for Concerned Bahamians Abroad (C
Previous Next
