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Mugs for the cure

When Gina Smith discovered a lump in her breast a few years ago she found herself in a predicament that many Bahamian women face: she did not have enough money and health insurance to immediately cover the expenses of a mammogram.

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Chantel O’Brian is ready to take the crown

THE roller coaster ride that took Chantel O’Brian through three Miss World Bahamas competitions, with the third time being a charm, is now making a stop at the international pageant stage.

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Shaping the dreams of young Bahamians

AS A  young Bahamian educator, Shonelle Mcphee has vowed  that she will tread a path of excellence imparting wisdom, providing direction and shaping the dreams of her students.

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Jordia Benjamin’s ‘grand SLAM’ future in art

LEAVING her post as the assistant educational officer at the National Art Gallery of the Bahamas was not an easy decision to make, however, Jordia Benjamin decided to take a leap of faith this past summer and moved to Missouri to accept a place at the prestigious St Louis Art Museum (SLAM).

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Dancing to an election drum beat

ON an average day neither the Prime Minister nor the Leader of the Opposition would ever be caught bopping heads to the music of dancehall artists Popcaan and Vybz Kartel.

Dr Off's "Get Involved" remade

Dr Off's "Get Involved" remade By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer THE gap between the older generation of Bahamian musicians and the newer generation was bridged last month in a collaborative remake of Dr Off's classic mid 1980's hit song "Get

Remembering Valentine Petit

By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer THE hearse picked up Valentine Petit from the front of the Public Treasury building where he collapsed and died the day before Christmas Eve. The 48-year-old former security officer was trying to get the elec

COB professor in the making

COB professor in the making By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer BAHAMIAN Lisa Lawlor was recently nominated for a prestigious award at the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada, after successfully completing her Masters of Arts degree in Latin

Celine Dion's first on Caribbean soil

Celine Dion's first on Caribbean soil By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer THE COUNT down is on, with less than ten days until French Canadian superstar Celine Dion touches the stage at the Jamaica Jazz and Blues festival. The three day event w

Get out and vote, says Puzzle

Get out and vote, says Puzzle By FARAH Bahamian artist Puzzle is capitalising on election fever with the release of his newest single, "Vote 4 Me". The song which debuted two weeks ago urges Bahamians to exercise their constitutional right by marking a b

Love That Child

Love That Child THE LOVE That Child benefit concert in aid of the Ranfurly Home for Children and the Children's Emergency Hostel attracted to a huge crowd Sunday at the Rainforest Theatre. More than 200 performers wowed the audience with hip-hop inspired

REMEMBERING THE FAMILY COMEDIAN: DEANNE VERNITTA NOTTAGE

By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer DEANNE Nottage cherished a a good belly aching. Sharing jokes with loved ones, or finding something funny to think about was her way of coping with life's misfortunes. Complaining was never on the list of thi

REMEMBERING THE FAMILY COMEDIAN: DEANNE VERNITTA NOTTAGE

By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer DEANNE Nottage cherished a a good belly aching. Sharing jokes with loved ones, or finding something funny to think about was her way of coping with life's misfortunes. Complaining was never on the list of thi

REMEMBERING THE FAMILY COMEDIAN: DEANNE VERNITTA NOTTAGE

By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer DEANNE Nottage cherished a a good belly aching. Sharing jokes with loved ones, or finding something funny to think about was her way of coping with life's misfortunes. Complaining was never on the list of thi

REMEMBERING THE FAMILY COMEDIAN: DEANNE VERNITTA NOTTAGE

By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer DEANNE Nottage cherished a a good belly aching. Sharing jokes with loved ones, or finding something funny to think about was her way of coping with life's misfortunes. Complaining was never on the list of thi

Nicki Minaj going pop?

Nicki Minaj going pop? By FARAH AFTER her shocking, raunchy performance of "Roman Holiday" at the 54th Grammy Awards and the recent singles "Turn Me Up" and "Stupid Hoe", it seems rapper Nicki Minaj is slowly moving away from her hip hop roots and cros

'Nature's Lines' comes to a close

'Nature's Lines' comes to a close By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer NOW that John Beadle's first solo exhibition "Nature's Lines" has come to a close, the Bahamian artist is getting ready to create his next body of work. 'Nature's Lines' went

'Dance For Life': One-day hip hop dance workshop featuring celebrity choreographer

'Dance For Life': One-day hip hop dance workshop featuring celebrity choreographer AMIDST the endless rallies, political scandals and ever-increasing crime rate, a group of dance enthusiasts has gotten together to offer an "enjoyable and engaging" event

Bryan Cee releases Long Lost Brother

Bryan Cee releases Long Lost Brother By Farah IT was a visit to Jamaica which inspired the soulful song "Long Lost Brother" by Bryan Cooper. The similarities between his homeland and Jamaica were nothing less than intriguing, and fueled the passion th

What are you giving up for lent?

By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer THE LENTEN season has begun and some Christians are making sacrifices to be spiritually cleansed and on one accord with God. Lent started on Ash Wednesday and for 40 days, some Christians make commitments to g