Tuesday, October 31
Elite athlete subvention panel announced
MINISTER of Youth, Sports and Culture Michael Pintard, in a press conference on Monday, thanked those who have helped to develop the elite athlete subvention programme on behalf of the ministry. He also saluted those who have benefitted from it over
Abaco man accused of murder after woman’s body found
AN Abaco man was charged in the Freeport Magistrate’s Court on Monday with the murder of a woman whose partially decomposed corpse was discovered last Thursday on that island.
Ragged rises from Irma
DESPITE challenges with water supply on Ragged Island, clean up efforts are nearly complete as residents forge ahead in restoring their homes more than a month after Hurricane Irma decimated the small island.
UPDATED: Glenys Hanna Martin steps down as leader of opposition business in the House of Assembly
DAYS after a crushing defeat in the Progressive Liberal Party’s national convention against PLP Leader Philip “Brave” Davis for leadership of the party, Englerston MP Glenys Hanna Martin confirmed her resignation as leader of opposition business in the House of Assembly.
Sign or sacked - BTC’s jobs threat
THE Bahamas Telecommunications Company has threatened to terminate contracts with 147 workers if they do not sign a new agreement by today, Bahamas Communications and Public Officers Union President Bernard Evans said yesterday.
Clean up - You missed a bit
MORE than six weeks since Hurricane Irma tore through floating docks at Resorts World Bimini, residents said they are still fishing large chunks of Styrofoam from bays around the island.
It’s all yours, Commissioner
ANTHONY Ferguson officially became commissioner of police yesterday evening during a transition ceremony full of pomp and pageantry.
Gov't pays '3x' value of BOB's toxic loans
Bank of the Bahamas’ (BOB) latest bail-out has cost Bahamian taxpayers more than three times’ the net value of toxic loans purchased from the stricken BISX-listed bank. The full-year 2017 accounts, released yesterday, reveal that the Government paid
Port operator targets cruise ship expansion
THE Nassau Container Port (NCP) yesterday said it plans to allocate $7.5 million to capital projects and debt repayment, as it eyes diversification into cruise ship services.Michael Maura, chief executive of port operator, Arawak Port Development Com
Fly fish chief warns on 'special interests'
THE Bahamas Fly Fishing Industry Association’s (BFFIA) president yesterday accused “special interests” of pressuring the Minnis administration to repeal the sector’s recently-enacted regulations.Prescott Smith confirmed to Tribune Business that “a re
Cable unveils dividend restart within one year
CABLE Bahamas expects its growth strategy to start paying off for shareholders in less than a year’s time, although it is “not fully satisfied yet” with the returns generated.The BISX-listed communications provider told investors in its newly-release
Gov't faces $900m climate change bill
THE Government has estimated it faces a $900 million bill to mitigate climate change under the United Nations (UN) framework, with the Bahamas facing “accelerated vulnerability” to natural disasters.The scale of the economic and environmental danger
‘I was not forced out of police’ insists Greenslade
OUTGOING Commissioner of Police Ellison Greenslade yesterday shot down claims that he was forced to step down as leader of the Royal Bahamas Police Force.
'Time for citizens to get involved in lawmaking process'
THE Organisation for Responsible Governance (ORG), a non-partisan, not-for-profit civic foundation aimed at fostering better governance, has called on the public to “get informed and get involved” in the lawmaking process as parliamentarians prepare
$339,000 donated to American Red Cross to assist hurricane victims
THE hurricane relief effort put on by the Michigan State Spartans and Georgia Bulldogs raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to benefit victims of last summer’s storms.The Spartans took an 80-62 win over the Bulldogs at the Van Andel Arena in Grand
First Faye Rolle Classic all set for Saturday
AFTER watching the success of their athletes overseas, the Bahamas Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation will turn its attention to assisting one of their former competitors with an unique bodybuilding and fitness show.The first Faye Rolle Classic, the
Veteran pitcher Mary 'Cruise' Sweeting retires
One of the most glaring sporting careers for a Bahamian athlete came to a close on Sunday night as veteran pitcher Mary ‘Cruise’ Sweeting officially retired from fastpitch softball.“I’m done. That’s it,” said Sweeting on Sunday night as she helped th
Nygard 'playing cat and mouse' with court, says lawyer
AN outspoken attorney yesterday railed against Canadian fashion-mogul Peter Nygard’s notable absence for a Supreme Court hearing, accusing the Lyford Cay resident of “playing cat and mouse” with the court and treating the institution as his own perso
EDITORIAL: Where are the ethics in President Trump’s cabinet?
READERS may recall news accounts of US president Donald Trump’s first full cabinet meeting. It was held at the White House on June 12. The nearly five month delay since his inauguration in January was due to confirmation delays for several of his nominees, as well as a few defections before the Republican-controlled Senate could even act to confirm them.
Sloop Sailing: Is there Hope?
The future for sloop sailing looks bleak. Well, maybe not bleak, but it certainly doesn’t look any brighter.
Mitchell says PM should be helping nation, not dancing
PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party Chairman Fred Mitchell criticised Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday for “touring the country in a victory lap” and “having a good time” while those who voted for him “are suffering from unemployment, hunger and depri
THE PRESS BOX: My Lakers trying to overcome growing pains
MY Los Angeles Lakers are trying to establish an identity. But that’s something head coach Luke Walton and his rookie point guard Lonzo Ball are trying to build with such a young team. GROWING PAINS The Lakers (with a 2-4 record) have to be consi
Clear up the regatta rubbish
I am sure the last thing Sir Durward would wish is the mounds of garbage left at the Montagu Park following the weekend regatta to honour his 100th birthday.
Hitmen get revenge when it counts most
THERE are some things worth waiting for. Winning the Bahamas Softball Federation’s 2017 Rozina Taylor men’s national softball championship crown was one of them for the C&S Hitmen.
Straw vendors tell Minnis about hardships after Lucaya hotel closures
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis visited with struggling straw vendors recently at Port Lucaya Marketplace who are hurting due to the closure of the hotels in Lucaya.
Turnquest says tax bill will ease business
DEPUTY Prime Minister K Peter Turnquest, the minister of finance, said the passing of the Grand Bahama (Port Area) Extension of Tax Exemptions Bill 2017, will repeal and replace the Grand Bahama (Port Area) Investment Incentives Act 2016, which is co
UNSUNG HEROES: Two recognised as unsung heroes of health care
YVONNE Johnson and Keith Wedderburn were yesterday both named recipients of the Public Hospitals Authority Unsung Heroes Award.The monthly award is granted to those who “go beyond the call of duty” in the field of public health. Mrs Johnson, a regist
Speedy retrial ordered in murder case
THE COURT of Appeal has ordered a man previously convicted for killing another man during a Junkanoo practice approximately five years ago be retried in the Supreme Court “as speedily as practicable.”Court of Appeal President Dame Anita Allen, along
Beam breaks in Atlantis tunnel
VEHICULAR traffic at the Paradise Island tunnel had to be diverted yesterday after a service truck struck a “sacrificial beam” causing it to fall and resulting in the driver being taken to hospital.Atlantis, in a press statement yesterday, said the t
Morton Salt resumes 'limited operations'
MORTON Salt, Inagua’s largest employer, has resumed “limited operations” following the damage inflicted by Hurricane Irma, Tribune Business was told yesterday.The company, in a statement via its spokesman, Paul Jackiewicz, said: “The Morton Bahamas p
Realtor partners with Florida airplane firm
A BAHAMIAN real estate firm is teaming up with a Florida-based seaplane outfit to allow clients to explore options throughout the Bahamas “in style”.Gavin Christie, C.A. Christie Real Estate’s managing partner, yesterday told Tribune Business the fir
Monday, October 30
‘No gender bias in PLP leadership vote result’
ENGLERSTON MP Glenys Hanna Martin yesterday said her defeat at convention demonstrated her party and the wider country were prepared to support candidates based on their perceived viability, brushing off suggestions that her campaign had been significantly affected by gender bias.
UPDATED: Man shot in botched armed robbery
A SUSPECT is in hospital recovering from a gunshot wound after he was shot during an attempted armed robbery, police said.
Changes ahead for Bimini protections
THE long-discussed legislation that would allow for the legal preservation of marine protected areas in Bimini could face several changes, as legal documents have surfaced detailing the 1998 purchase of a large section of the proposed MPA to former Bimini Bay developer Gerardo Capo.
‘If they can’t run a convention, how can they run the country?’
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis knocked the Progressive Liberal Party for its “chaotic” national convention, saying if the opposition party could not properly pull off an internal event, it cannot lead the country.
Man quizzed after body find
POLICE are questioning a male relative of a woman whose partially decomposed body was discovered in bushes off the Sherlin Bootle Highway in Abaco last week.
We want justice for our mother
IN the 11 years since they witnessed their mother’s gruesome death, the children of former Tribune employee Ericka Fowler say they have been haunted by her tragic killing and the thought that she has been forgotten by the justice system.
Gov't told: Don't stall on $70m Aliv sell-off
The Government has been warned it will lose investors if it stalls for too long on the $70 million sell-off of its Aliv majority shareholding.Gowon Bowe, one of the proposed private placement’s advisers, told Tribune Business it was vital to maintain
Regulatory uncertainty 'stunts' Bay Street revival
DOWNTOWN Nassau’s revival is being “stunted” by regulatory confusion that is deterring potential developers and financiers, a senior realtor warned yesterday.Charles Christie, C. A. Christie Real Estate’s president, said zoning restrictions - especia
Sands: 'We will not scrap NHI'
SWITCHING $40 million from National Health Insurance to finance essential capital works will not produce taxpayer value, a Cabinet Minister pledging: “We will not scrap NHI.”Dr Duane Sands, minister of health, told Tribune Business that Bahamians wou
Arawak Port: Tough to match 157% profit rise
THE Nassau Container Port’s chief executive yesterday said it “will take something quite significant to repeat” 2017’s 157 per cent profits rise, which received a $1.1 million Baha Mar boost.Michael Maura told Tribune Business that Baha Mar’s remobil
Doctors chief labels $89m public health gap 'a bombshell'
THE Medical Association of the Bahamas’ (MAB) president has described revelations of an $89 million public healthcare funding shortage as “a bombshell”, and “warranting extreme concern”.Dr Sy Pierre told Tribune Business that the problems laid out by
Cruise ship workers say they are being pushed out
WORKERS in the cruise ship industry have raised concerns about what they believe are unfair hiring practices on privately-owned islands.
INSIGHT: A leopard can’t change its spots
AFTER a tumultuous PLP convention, a “new” official leader has emerged. No longer in the shadow of the tarnished legacy of Perry Christie, Philip ‘Brave’ Davis, is now finally in charge of the nation’s oldest political party… for now.
INSIGHT: Nassau Life - Sanity not hysteria, for the gaming business
I went over to a new Island Luck gaming site the other night and opened an account in the windowless single-purpose room, lit mainly by dozens of computer screens. I was not there to become a steady player, but to discover whether the premises were infested with shady characters likely to “pose a risk to the country’s financial sector”, as Minister of Tourism Dionisio D’Aguilar has warned us with alarmist press headlines.
WORLD VIEW: The effect of a strong President Xi in the Caribbean
ON October 24, at its 19th Party Congress in Beijing, China’s Communist Party formally elevated President Xi Jinping to the revered status of legendary leaders, Mao Zedong and Deng Xiaoping. The Congress wrote his name into its constitution and set him up to remain in office beyond 2022.
INSIGHT: Minnis must resist this hostile foreign takeover
The attempted forcible buy-out of Grand Bahama Power Company by a 100 percent foreign-owned entity is nothing less than an aggressive hostile takeover which is clearly not in the best interest of The Bahamas.
GAIN AN EDGE: Chasing the dream of college studies
For more than a decade, it has been estimated less than 50 percent of public school students graduate from high school. Research also shows public school students whose parents did not attend college are directly enrolling in post-secondary education at a much lower rate than their peers.
We Rise: Stop touring, start fixing Grand Bahama
ORGANISERS of the protest group We Rise yesterday criticised the government’s handling of Grand Bahama amid its continued economic decline, urging the Minnis administration to “stop touring, and start immediately to bring relief” to the island.
EDITORIAL: What are and where are the PLP’s core principles?
THE THEME of the PLP’s three-day convention, which ended in confusion on the final day, seemed to be that the country’s first political party must get back to its “core principles”. However, although everyone described much of what was lacking in today’s party, at no time during the conference did anyone enunciate the principles on which it was founded, nor where these principles have been hiding all of these years.
Expunge records of youthful offenders
It is imperative that we find and enforce a consistent process by which to expunge or seal certain categories of crimes committed by young people to assist in the social liberation.
Hurricane relief
BAHAMIANS generally have a tendency to respond emotionally to situations that require thoughtful consideration. For example, we often send athletic teams to compete in international competitions.
Watch out, Mr Davis
Well finally Perry Gladstone Christie, has totally and fully left the political arena. I hope Philip “Brave” Davis will not take his counsel, but then it really does not make too much difference as to most, when you see Mr Christie you see Mr Davis.
Taking our beaches back
Re: Activists Triumph in Nygard Dredging Case.
Record number of boats in Sir Durward 100 Regatta
A RECORD-setting number of boats took to Montagu Bay this weekend to celebrate the life and work of Sir Durward Knowles, one of the Bahamas’ most iconic sporting figures and the world’s oldest Olympian. The Sir Durward 100 Regatta - a joint effort b
Lady Wildcats come out on top
THE Sunshine Auto Wildcats capped off their successful year by adding the Bahamas Softball Federation’s 2017 Rozina Taylor National Softball Championship ladies’ title to their collection.They did it on Sunday night at the Bankers Field at the Baillo
UB Mingoes men's basketball team splits series with visiting Falcons
THE University of the Bahamas Mingoes men’s basketball team gave fans an early look at the development of the programme and reasons to be optimistic about the upcoming season.The Mingoes split their series with the visiting Florida College Falcons at
Team Bahamas' 'overall performance was excellent'
AN important milestone was achieved by the Bahamas Judo Federation as Cynthia Rahming defeated the Guatemalan champion at the Central American and Caribbean (CAC) qualifying event in the Dominican Republic this past weekend.The team consisted of athl
Hitmen take national title
Alcott Forbes missed the perfect game, but he guided the C&S Hitmen to a 7-0 shutout as they clinched the Bahamas Softball Federation’s 2017 Rozina Taylor National Softball Championship men’s title over Grand Bahama's BTC Blazers.
'We have lost our way' in tourism
ANDROS is the “gateway” for Bahamians to truly define themselves and invest in the tourism industry, an industry executive yesterday arguing: “We have lost our way.”Peter Douglas, Andros’s manager for sustainable tourism development, and a presenter
Resort owner: 'We're all in same boat even more'
A Family Island resort operator yesterday stressed that tourism stakeholders must work together for the success of the destination as a whole, while calling for more nature-based offerings.“There are some barriers that we need to get over,” said Jeff
Standards essential to diversifying economy
STANDARDS that verify quality goods and services are essential if the Bahamas is to properly compete with global rivals in rules-based trading regimes, a Cabinet Minister said.Brent Symonette, minister of financial services, trade and industry and Im
Andros 'master plan'unveiled at Outlook
ESTABLISHING linkages between Androsian farmers and resort properties is one of several “quick wins” outlined in the island’s Sustainable Development Master Plan, which creates a long-term road map for investment and economic support.Brett Lashley, p
Sunday, October 29
Tropical Storm Philippe: All clear for the entire Bahamas
Sunday 9.00pm update: NEMA has announced that Tropical Storm Warnings have been discontinued and the entire Bahamas has been given the all clear after the passing of Tropical Storm Philippe.
Saturday, October 28
Heavy rain warning for Nassau, Freeport
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Friday, October 27
Son of 'Singing Bishop' charged with murder
THE SON of the well known "Singing Bishop" was charged in a Magistrate's Court on Friday in connection with a murder that took place in the Balfour Avenue area earlier this week.
Public give their response to PLP convention
PUBLIC reaction to the Progressive Liberal Party’s recent convention on Friday ranged widely from faith in leader-elect Philip “Brave” Davis’ ability to secure a PLP victory in the next general election; to concern about what Glenys Hanna Martin’s defeat means for women in politics to general disinterest in the party and Bahamian politics on the whole.
Hundreds flock to Island Luck job fair
HUNDREDS of Bahamians waited in line for hours on Friday hoping to secure one of the 150 jobs available at Island Luck as the gaming operator continues its effort to meet new industry regulations.
Appeal bid dismissed for man convicted of kidnapping, robbing laundromat manager
A MAN convicted of kidnapping and robbing the manager of a Fox Hill laundromat at gunpoint almost a decade ago has had his bid to legally challenge his 25-year sentence dismissed by the Court of Appeal.
PM: Hutchison Whampoa has responded to Grand Lucayan purchase offer
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis said Hutchison Whampoa has responded to the government’s offer to purchase the Grand Lucayan resort, which is “pivotal to the survival of Grand Bahama.”
Sarkis raises new Baha Mar questions
ATTORNEY General Carl Bethel, QC, revealed yesterday the government received a letter from Baha Mar’s original developer Sarkis Izmirlian in response to questions from The Tribune over whether the government would investigate the issuance of a casino licence to the resort’s purchaser Chow Tai Fook Enterprises (CTFE).
Christie - no need for public criticism
FORMER Prime Minister Perry Christie suggested yesterday that Monique Pindling’s scathing assessment of the Progressive Liberal Party should not have been aired in a public setting, but added he did not feel personally attacked by her overview of the PLP.
Chairman Mitchell comes out fighting
NEWLY elected Progressive Liberal Party Chairman Fred Mitchell has committed the party to meeting the governing Free National Movement “at every corner and on every street” as opposition party recommits to capturing an election victory in 2022.
Air search for Bimini couple called off
THERE has been no trace of the Bimini couple missing at sea for a week, despite intense aerial and sea searches conducted by Bahamian and US officials since last Friday.
Lakeisha 'makes some waves' in bodybuilding
Lakeisha Miller returned from Toronto, Canada and the Ben Weider Legacy Cup over the weekend as the Masters Women’s Physique champion and the ninth Bahamian to earn her professional bodybuilding card.“It feels great to know that I have advanced to th
Climate 'refugees' in the Caribbean
THE region is still in recovery mode from Hurricanes Irma and Maria. The 2017 hurricane season is not over yet, but already it has been declared one of the top 10 most active Atlantic hurricane seasons on record.Financial estimates of the damage caus
THE FINISH LINE: Wildcats survive battle of the fittest
THE New Providence Softball Association completed its 2017 season by crowning its champions in the Godfrey ‘Gully’ Burnside best-of-seven championship series. While the ladies’ outcome came down to the seventh and final game, the men’s series was st
Strachan: PM Thunderbird will not be allowed to compete in regatta
ALTHOUGH he was denied the opportunity to compete against the rest of the A class boats, the Rev Dr Philip McPhee said his PM Thunderbird will still take to the waters in Montagu Bay on Saturday.Dr McPhee was hoping that after remodelling the banned
'Keen competition every night' in Nassau Valley Billiard Association
WITH their president Dario Woodside making his presence felt at the 43rd US Open 9-Ball Championships, the members of the Nassau Valley Billiard Association are hoping that they can get some local recognition.Having concluded their season in October,
Hundreds register for lawyer convention in Freeport
THE president of the International Federation of Women Lawyers said that over 200 delegates have registered to attend the upcoming 36th Triennial International Convention in Freeport next week.The convention takes place November 13–17 at the Grand Lu
Court to appoint legal representative for man's double murder appeal
A MAN seeking to contest his life sentence for a double murder in 2011 that Crown prosecutors previously claimed was motivation for a triple murder that occurred just weeks later will receive a court appointed lawyer for his appeal application. Serr
Honouring the best in journalism
THE BAHAMAS Press Club will hold its annual awards banquet on Saturday, November 18, honouring the best in Bahamian journalism. The banquet is held under the patronage of Governor General Dame Marguerite Pindling and Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis
Seaplane provider urges greater Andros exposure
A Florida-based seaplane company is aiming to boost visitor traffic to Andros via its 18,000-plus client database, arguing yesterday that the island needs greater exposure.Scott Young, head of sales and charters at Tropic Ocean Airways, who presented
Gov't targets 75% technical comply on anti-money launder
THE Government is targeting “at least” 75 per cent compliance with anti-money laundering ‘technical’ standards, the Attorney General yesterday pledging there would be no regulatory “over-reach”.Carl Bethel, in an address to the Bahamas Association of
'Policy decisions' before GB Power buy-out approval
THE Government will take further “policy decisions” before the proposed $35 million buy-out of GB Power Company’s Bahamian investors receives final approval, it was confirmed yesterday.K P Turnquest, the Deputy Prime Minister, told Tribune Business t
Bodies discovered in Abaco and at Potter’s Cay Dock
THE dead bodies of two people were found yesterday, one of a man found floating near Potter’s Cay Dock and another of a woman in Abaco.
Davis ‘will encourage more women into frontline politics’
THE Progressive Liberal Party’s newly elected leader will give women the encouragement they need so more of this demographic enters politics, former PLP MP Philip Galanis believes, adding the rough nature of the profession deters many women from entering.
Tax disputes backlogcreates 'vexing issues'
The Government yesterday said it is hoping to further “accelerate” improved GDP growth forecasts, while bidding to clean up “vexing issues” stemming from a tax disputes backlog.K P Turnquest, the deputy prime minister, told Tribune Business that the
Grand Lucayan needs Gov’t to ‘strong arm’
THE Government is today being urged to use “strong arm” tactics to ensure the Grand Lucayan’s rapid sale and re-opening, a prominent attorney warning: “Freeport will disappear otherwise.”
Trust your lawyer, convicted killer urged
THE COURT of Appeal’s president has urged a man convicted of murdering a former CARIFTA medalist to “trust” his legal representatives after he requested the court’s assistance in appointing an attorney to represent him for the second time.
Wilchcombe to air doubts over Mitchell in party meeting
FORMER Tourism Minister Obie Wilchcombe suggested yesterday he had reservations about Senator Fred Mitchell’s victory in the Progressive Liberal Party’s chairmanship race on Wednesday night. However, he said, his issues in this regard would not be
Herbal physician to launch book at major Rastafari celebration
A herbal physician who is known for his talks on diabetes is scheduled to arrive in town today ahead of one of the biggest celebrations on the calendar of the Rastafari people.
SPORTS NOTES
THE Buccaneers are slated to play the Cuckoos in the Nassau Cup 3:30pm Saturday at the Winton Rugby Centre.
Nassau Street Hockey League kicks off new season
THE Nassau Street Hockey League kicked off its 2017 season on Wednesday night.In the first game, the Hurricanes took on the Sharks in a heated battle. With both teams playing strong positions, the fight was tough. At the end of the first, though, the
Fresh fruit for pupils thanks to food charity
HANDS For Hunger is a local non-profit known for its food rescue and delivery. The organisation collects fresh and canned food items from businesses and restaurants around New Providence and delivers that food to various distribution agencies which t
EDITORIAL: The media needs to report world trends
LAST week in this column, we commented on the US mainstream broadcasting media’s propensity to cover relatively trivial news at the expense of more serious topics.
Take our Chance
JUST a few years ago every month there used to be one fund raising Lottery or Game of Chance for established charities or churches - today I believe that one is now three per month and usually the individual one has to obtain an extension of time to sell their tickets because there is so much competition out there.
In praise of Ellison Greenslade
WOULD you kindly provide me with some of your space in your very popular newspaper to praise a great Bahamian, former Commissioner of Police Ellison Greenslade?
Diplomatic passport
In order to put rumours to rest concerning dual citizenship, Frankie Campbell produced his Bahamian passport and his diplomatic passport.
IAN FERGUSON: Securing employee buy-in for the vision
THIS part of the calendar usually finds responsible companies preparing and planning for a new year. Creating and updating various plans and objectives becomes the focus until the end of the calendar year. Successful companies do not leave these thin
The 'Holy Grail' for kickstarting Freeport
Terence Gape, senior partner at the Dupuch & Turnquest law firm, unveils his strategy for getting the Bahamas’ second city moving again.
Thursday, October 26
Federation congratulates Team Bahamas
THE Bahamas Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation congratulated the 10-member team that represented the Bahamas at the Ben Weider Legacy Cup in Toronto, Canada.The team was led by Lakeisha Miller, who earned her professional card in winning the masters
Brave’s new world
PHILIP “Brave” Davis last night emerged as the Progressive Liberal Party’s elected leader following a chaotic final national convention day, which suffered an embarrassing voting delay and disorganisation brought on by the underestimation of delegate turn out and electricity failures.
Activists triumph in Nygard dredging case
A SUPREME Court judge has ordered the Department of Physical Planning be restrained from issuing any further dredging permits to billionaire Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard pending the resolution of three other judicial reviews against the controversial development of his Lyford Cay home.
Twerking students spark outrage
A VIRAL video of junior high school girls gyrating on a platform as fellow students watched and cheered at a public school function drew outrage yesterday.
'Brave' upholds 'Bahamas first' over $50m tax battle
The PLP’s leadership front-runner is battling on behalf of a once-jailed gaming kingpin’s family trust to uphold Bahamian law’s supremacy against a $50 million US tax claim.Court documents obtained by Tribune Business reveal that a Supreme Court Orde
'No difficulty' if web shops only banking option
A TRADE union leader yesterday said he had “no difficulty” with web shops providing financial services if commercial bank pull-outs meant they were “the only option” on some islands.Obie Ferguson, the Trades Union Congress (TUC) president, told Tribu
QC warns on 25% withhold tax over Grand Bahama Power buy-out
AN outspoken opponent of the GB Power Company buy-out yesterday alleged there was shareholder “uproar” over the revelation that Emera dividends will be subject to a 25 per cent ‘withholding’ tax.
20-year-old accused of killing teen boy
A 20-YEAR-OLD man was arraigned in Magistrate’s Court yesterday accused of murdering a 15-year-old boy off Prison Lane earlier this month.
Cleaning up Montagu
MEMBERS of the St Anne’s Constituency Volunteer Community Service Team were joined by volunteer residents of St Anne’s, the Rotary Club of East Nassau, the Rotary Club of Nassau Sunrise, and members of the Royal Nassau Sailing Club on Saturday morning. Volunteers banded together to clean up, create a friendly area for residents to enjoy and improve the Montagu foreshore area between The Sailing Club and Dick’s Point.
Christie ‘the weakest’ leader of The Bahamas
WHEN the history of Bahamian political leaders is written, former Prime Minister Perry Christie will be considered “the weakest” to have held office, according to former Progressive Liberal Party MP Philip Galanis.
‘I asked him why he shoot the people’ says witness
Devaughn Hall was the instigator behind the armed robbery and the shooting deaths of Barry and Sheena Johnson at their residence in Deadman’s Reef, a key prosecution witness who was there on the night of the murders told the Supreme Court yesterday.
Chaos at the convention as vote delayed
THE voting process for party officers during the Progressive Liberal Party’s 53rd national convention was fraught with chaos and disorganisation, with the vote delayed by nearly three hours due to protests raised over the official registry, The Tribune was told yesterday.
Moody's exposes accounting games played on fiscal deficit
MOODY’S will likely stoke fresh political controversy over the Government’s 2016-2017 deficit through its revelation that both parties’ figures are accurate - from a certain point of view.The rating agency, in its October 24 assessment of the Bahamas
Attorney's bid to reclaim $320,000 deposit quashed
A BAHAMIAN attorney’s bid to reclaim a $320,000 deposit from a failed real estate transaction has been rejected by the Court of Appeal, which found the earlier verdict “unassailable”.Gregory Cottis, who acted for the purchaser in a $6.4 million deal,
Gun seizure charges
A 28-YEAR-OLD man was arraigned in Magistrate’s Court yesterday facing a dozen firearm charges in connection with a large gun seizure in the Wulff Road and Firetrail Road areas last week. Eugene Campbell Jr, of Fire Trail Road east, stood before Chi
Smith appointed as library director
REV Dr C B Moss, president of the Bain Grants Town Advancement Association, is pleased to announce the appointment of Nelson Smith as the director of the Bain Grants Town Library and Museum. Mr Smith is a graduate of the University of the Bahamas, ha
Glenys promises to push for change
By RASHAD ROLLETribune Staff Reporterrrolle@tribunemedia.net ENGLERSTON MP Glenys Hanna Martin said she will continue to “agitate for change within” the Progressive Liberal Party despite her loss in the leadership race to Philip “Brave” Davis at the
Gang suspect accused of murder conspiracy
A MAN was arraigned on several charges ranging from conspiracy to commit murder to being a member of an unlawful gang yesterday.Rashad Laroda, 27, of Walnut Street, stood before Chief Magistrate Joyann Ferguson-Pratt faced with two firearms charges,
Sports tourism gaining momentum
SPORTS tourism continues to gain momentum in The Islands of The Bahamas with several major sporting events on the Ministry of Tourism and Aviation’s calendar.
Spartans to assist Bahamas’ hurricane relief efforts
The Michigan State University men’s basketball programme has gravitated toward the leadership of Lourawls “Tum Tum” Nairn during his tenure in East Lansing and now, with their senior point guard in mind, the Spartans look to assist in the Bahamas’ hurricane relief efforts.
Sir Durward Knowles 100 Regatta set for Montagu
THE Montagu foreshore will be transformed into a sporting and entertainment spectacle this weekend with 100 boats in competition to honour one of the country’s greatest sporting icons.
Bahamas’ top volleyball players go head-to-head in Greece
THE country’s top volleyball players went head-to-head in the professional ranks as their teams squared off in international competition.
Week 8: Naughty's NFL Picks
THIS has been a busy, hectic week, but also a very rewarding one as a professional stand up comedian.
EDITORIAL: What is the update on Baha Mar’s casino licence?
IN THIS column last year, we wrote that it seemed The Bahamas’ “sovereignty”, which the Christie government claimed it was protecting in the Baha Mar transaction, is more threatened today than if it had been settled by Chapter 11 of Delaware’s bankruptcy court and left in the hands of a private investor who had become a part of the Bahamas.
No more taxes for the nation
Please allow me to express these concerning matters, of great importance to me and our nation.
Our Lucaya
No one understands the economics and social implications of the indecision concerning this resort. However Ministers are talking double-talk.
The BTC sale
THE good Minister of Works talks about impropriety in past RFP’s, but interestingly he has not sought to Investigate the acquisition by Cable & Wireless of BTC.
Bar to disabled
On Wednesday, 26th October, I drove to Clico Bahamas in Talbot Street to pick up a cheque as part of the settlement with Clico on an annuity which I have with them.
Dominica critics
Re: Tearful PM defies Dominica critics.
ART OF GRAPHIX: The document format that keeps on creating
IF you have ever downloaded a printable form or document from the Internet, there is a good chance it was a PDF file. ‘PDF’ is short for Portable Document Format, and is easily identified because all such files end in .pdf.In 1991, Adobe co-founder D
Commission executiveseconded to US's SEC
The Securities Commission has seconded one of its managers to its US counterpart, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), in Washington DC.Christian Adderley, deputy manager in the Securities Commission’s policy and compliance unit, will serve
Wednesday, October 25
Forbes warns party must move on from sense of entitlement
THE Progressive Liberal Party must change, said South Andros and Mangrove Cay MP Picewell Forbes last night, as he castigated some in the organisation who became “haughty, big headed, selfish” and “sometimes didn’t even want to shake supporters hands” during the Christie administration’s last term in office.
Man shot dead near his home
ANOTHER man is dead after succumbing to his gunshot wounds last night, police said.
Davis ‘Big League’ dig at rival Glenys
“WELCOME to the big leagues,” was the message from Progressive Liberal Party interim Leader Philip “Brave” Davis when asked to respond to concerns he was given an advantage over his opponent Englerston MP Glenys Hanna Martin due to his financial support of the party.
Eugene murder suspect charged
A 25-year-old man was arraigned in Magistrate’s Court yesterday in connection with a double shooting last month that led to the death of eight-year-old Eugene Woodside Jr and another man said to be in his twenties.
Pindling’s attack: We have to listen
CAT Island, Rum Cay and San Salvador MP Philip “Brave” Davis said Tuesday the Progressive Liberal Party will take into account the “constructive” criticism from Monique Pindling, whose father the late Sir Lynden Pindling led the PLP for more than 20 years.
Gomez defends Sands on surgery
FORMER Minister of Health Dr Perry Gomez yesterday came to the defence of his successor Dr Duane Sands, stating he does not feel the talented surgeon should be faulted for performing surgeries free of charge as a Cabinet minister.
Phase II of Pointe 'is moving nicely'
Phase II of the $250 million Pointe project is now underway and is expected to be complete by the end of 2018, the spokesman for the development Leslie Pindling told Tribune Business yesterday.The new phase of the project will encompass the developme
Lottery terms need defining and the web shops could help
A prominent web shop operator said yesterday the parameters of what would constitute a national lottery need to be clearly defined as the term is ‘very vague’, arguing such schemes have not proven to be successful in the Caribbean.Craig Flowers, the
Public health service needs total reform
STRENGTHENING the public health care system is a key step towards realising ‘comprehensive’ health care reform in this nation, the Bahamas Insurance Association’s (BIA) chairman said yesterday, noting the poor state of this nation’s public healthcare
Bahamas Striping steals the spotlight
A LOCAL striping company has snagged the cover of Sustainable Business Magazine, a UK based publication which focuses on ways in which companies meet 21st century challenges, roll out new initiatives and cutting edge projects all the while operating
Cooper ‘ready to lead’ if called on
INVIGORATED by his nomination for deputy leader of the Progressive Liberal Party, Exuma and Ragged Island MP Chester Cooper confirmed yesterday he would present himself for leadership of the party if given the opportunity.
Former Senator says sorry for using ‘n’ word in speech
FORMER Progressive Liberal Party Senator Robyn Lynes has apologised for using the “n” word during a speech Monday on the opening night of the PLP’s convention.
Mixed views on who should lead
DELEGATES at the Progressive Liberal Party’s (PLP) 53rd National General Convention had mixed views about who should be the next leader of their party with many saying it is time for interim Leader Philip “Brave” Davis to take the reigns and others championing outspoken Englerston MP Glenys Hanna Martin as the best person for the job.
Surveillance expert tells of cameras in murder home
A surveillance technician told the Supreme Court he had installed a DVR surveillance system and cameras at Barry and Sheena Johnson’s triplex apartment in Deadman’s Reef in 2013 – two years before the couple was murdered.Witness Travis Williams said
Gomez says FNMs benefit from positions in service
FORMER Minister of State for Legal Affairs Damian Gomez yesterday claimed members of the Minnis administration were still benefiting from their private interests despite their positions in the public service, adding the alleged “troubling” behaviour
Case delayed as attorney ill with hand, foot and mouth disease
A MAN seeking to contest his 40-year sentence for murdering a Cash for Gold employee had his substantive hearing into the matter adjourned yesterday after it was revealed his attorney was ill with hand, foot and mouth disease. Valentino Bethel appea
CULTURE CLASH: Time for a fair deal for the fairer sex
ACCORDING to tabloid reports, a Progressive Liberal Party stalwart councillor said at a leadership candidacy event that Englerston MP Glenys Hanna Martin needed to know her place was in the kitchen. Perhaps more unfortunate than the statement was the
Bahamas’ work on Expo 2020 pavilion ‘a benchmark for success’
THE Bahamas Pavilion for Expo 2020 Dubai has made a resounding impact, gaining the attention of the world and the government of the United Arab Emirates recently at the second International Participants Meeting.
Death penalty legislation must wait for govt agenda
THE Minnis administration will “get through” the bills it has tabled in the House of Assembly and move on to capital punishment at a later date, the prime minister’s Press Secretary Anthony Newbold said yesterday. His statement came a week after the
Two accused over gun seizure
TWO men were arraigned in Magistrate’s Court yesterday on several firearm charges in connection with a gun seizure in the Golden Isles Road area over the weekend. Damian Nixon, 39, and Javonne Davis aka Terrell Davis, 27, both stood before Chief Mag
Top amateur golfers qualify for exemption
DEVAUGHN Robinson and Richard Gibson Jr, two of the top amateur players in the country, qualified for the Bahamas Golf Federation’s exemption spots into the main draw of the two Web.com tournaments to be held in the Bahamas in January.Robinson, fresh
Softball Federation to honour Rozina Taylor
AFTER hanging up her cleats and putting away her glove, Rozina Taylor decided to concentrate on giving back to the sport of softball, serving as a scorer and statistician.Her playing career that started in 1973 when the New Providence Softball Associ
Windsor Express selects JR Cadot with13th pick
THE next stop on JR Cadot’s pro basketball career gives him an opportunity to play in North America for the first time since his collegiate days at TCU.The Windsor Express selected Cadot with the 13th overall pick in the National Basketball League of
Buddy bounces back
Buddy Hield had a bounce back game following his worst shooting performance of the young season but Monday’s game also displayed the Sacramento Kings’ logjam at the shooting guard position.Hield finished with 14 points on 6-15 shooting from the field
UB Mingoes ready for double header this weekend
THE University of the Bahamas Mingoes men’s basketball team are all set to play a double header this weekend at the Kendal Isaacs Gymnasium against the visiting Florida College Falcons.The Mingoes and the Falcons are scheduled to clash at the Kendal
Tenders galore
BP&L Board seems to have been extra busy - not a single Company, has published so many tenders in a week than they have.
Immigration issue
The managers of the Lynden Pindling International Airport could do well to heed an old saying about minding your own business: “Cockroach have no business in a fowl fight”.
Battle at the airport
The managers of the Lynden Pindling International Airport could do well to heed an old saying about minding your own business: “Cockroach have no business in a fowl fight”.
Pricewaterhouse Coopers executives pay courtesy call on Minister of Labour
EXECUTIVES of Pricewaterhouse Coopers, one of the country’s leading and trusted professional services firms have paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Labour, Senator the Hon. Dion Foulkes at the Ministry of Labour on Shirley and Charlotte Streets.
TECHNOLOGY GIANTS TO ATTEND SUMMIT IN FREEPORT
HOPING to boost Grand Bahama’s failing economy, the Minnis administration will host a technology summit in Freeport featuring some of the biggest names in Silicon Valley, including Google, Microsoft and Samsung.Press Secretary Anthony Newbold said th
Tuesday, October 24
Suspects in limbo 16 years to be extradited to US
THE COURT of Appeal yesterday dismissed the legal challenges of five men wanted for various drug trafficking charges in the United States of America against a Supreme Court judge’s refusal last year to issue court orders that would allow them to contest the validity of their imprisonment, and thus prevent their extradition.
Sir Lynden Pindling's daughter: PLP overcome with greed
THE Progressive Liberal Party “has become weak” and “dishonest” and allowed the political ambitions of a “few men to dash the aspirations of a whole people,” Monique Pindling, the daughter of former Prime Minister Sir Lynden Pindling, said last night.
Glenys: Wrong not to let me speak
PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party MP Glenys Hanna Martin is “most concerned” about the use of money in the PLP’s internal election campaigns, insisting yesterday the organisation needed rules to ensure delegates are free from influence when they head to the polls.
Campbell: I’ll see you in court
TRANSPORT and Local Government Minister Frankie Campbell said he will not get into a “back and forth” with those who doubt his Bahamian citizenship, telling The Tribune he will see them in court instead.
Education director absent with illness
EDUCATION Director Lionel Sands is out of office due to illness, the Ministry of Education confirmed yesterday. In a statement, the ministry advised that Deputy Director Marcellus Taylor will take up the post of acting director in his absence. “His
Independent Immigration Commission 'as soon as possible'
ONE day after addressing one of the country’s largest Haitian congregations where he pledged immigration reform, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis spoke again about the proposed establishment of an independent commission to oversee immigrant applicatio
Sears won't run until PLP changes
FORMER Attorney General Alfred Sears said if given one, he will refuse a nomination for a leadership post at the Progressive Liberal Party’s convention, noting unless the opposition party undertakes a radical, “fundamental internal transformation” it
Salvage team to start to remove grounded barge
THE Ministry of Transport and Local Government has confirmed that a privately contracted Trinidadian salvage team will begin, within the next ten days, the removal and relocation of a supplies barge grounded in Long Island earlier this month.In a pre
Wilchcombe 'a better fit' than Mitchell as chairman
FORMER Tourism Minister Obie Wilchcombe believes he would be a better fit for Progressive Liberal Party chairman compared with Senator Fred Mitchell because he can bring a more temperate approach to how the party deals with matters.Speaking on the si
Keeping hope alive at ball to fight cancer
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis and his wife Patricia Minnis attended the Aliv HOPE Gala Ball on Saturday at the Our Lucaya resort in Grand Bahama. The Grand Bahama HOPE Society, organiser of the event, creates initiatives to give awareness, informa
Tributes paid to veteran of World War II
A ROYAL Bahamas Defence Force bugler and drummer performed the last post and revelry at the funeral service of a member of the British Legion – Bahamas Branch on Friday, October 20.Private Sargent Leonard Jervis’ funeral was held at St Joseph’s Catho
Geena Thompson readies for Miss World
Miss World Bahamas Geena Thompson has completed her trek half way around the world, having travelling to China late last week to compete in the upcoming 67th edition of the Miss World pageant. Geena will go up against beauties from over 120 countries
New PLP faces
The PLP is having its convention this week. Philip Davis and Glenys Hanna-Martin are running to be leader. Mr Davis should win. He has the money and he is a man. Those are the deciding factors in that competition.
Bahamian professional basketball players shine on the global stage
LAST weekend’s schedule on the pro basketball circuit featured a number of standout performances from Bahamian players across the globe. Jaraun “Kino” Burrows scored a season-high 31 points, grabbed six rebounds and dished four assists in FOS Proven
No 'quick fix' for fishing industry post Irma
BAHAMIAN fishermen are in the process of ‘quantifying their losses’ and take advantage of the exigency order issued earlier this month, the Bahamas Commercial Fisher Alliance (BCFA) president told The Tribune yesterday warning their post Hurricane Ir
Youth violence
THE murder of that young 15-year old student, seems to have exposed us all to the nature of some of our young people. Our violent youth!
Time for Glenys to lead PLP
In a matter of days the Progressive Liberal Party will convene to slaughter Glenys Hanna-Martin in her bid to become the first woman leader of the party; just as the Free National Movement massacred Loretta Butler-Turner, in her avant guard attempt, to become the first woman leader of any political party in the Commonwealth of The Bahamas.
Eight jobs to go as BOB axes branches
Bank of the Bahamas (BOB) yesterday announced it will shut down its Exuma branch and not reopen its Eight Mile Rock Branch effective December 31, with the moves to impact eight jobs.BOB said in a statement yesterday its Board of Directors has taken t
The magnificent seven
VOTES were placed, results were tallied and The Bahamas can now boast seven resorts in the Condé Nast Traveler Top Resorts in The Bahamas, Bermuda and Turks and Caicos Readers’ Choice Awards list.For the second consecutive year, Kamalame Cay claims t
Outlook aims to tackle Andros’ ailing economy
WITH the 5th Annual Andros Business Outlook right around the corner, islanders say they are anticipating the forum to do just what the 2017 topic suggests: “Break Barriers! Promote Success”, when the community meets to discuss transformation on Thursday at Dreams Villas in Davis Creek.
Closures show banking system 'doomed to fail'
THE commercial banking model needs to be adjusted to suit the needs of the local economy particularly in the out islands, a Chamber of Commerce president said yesterday suggesting the current model is ‘doomed to fail’.Pedro Rolle, the Exuma Chamber o
PM's gift to help students build tech skills
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis and his wife, Patricia, yesterday donated 140 tablet devices to the students and teachers at Gambier Primary School.Dr Minnis, in his capacity as member of Parliament for the constituency of Killarney, said through the
EDITORIAL: Putting the Great into Grand Bahama with the four T’s
IF THERE is one thing that political parties within The Bahamas and any careful observer outside the country could agree on, it is that the island of Grand Bahama has gone from shining star with rising property values and lives filled with optimism to a giant question mark.
Wildcats are new NPSA champions
The Sunshine Auto Wildcats proved that you should never underestimate the heart of an “old” champion.
Bahamian Brewery says, 'Think Pink, Drink Pink'
Every October, the world pauses to honour the women and men diagnosed with breast cancer. As one of the leading causes of death, particularly in Bahamian women, breast cancer continues to wreak havoc on families around the country. In fact, it is est
Health City Cayman Islands makes medical history
Introduces new device to treat heart failure
CAYMAN ISLANDS – For the first time in the Caribbean, Central and South America, a leading physician has implanted a cardiac contractility modulation (CCM) device to treat heart failure.Dr Ravi Kishore, Chief Interventional Cardiologist and Electroph
Solomon's Super Centre celebrates 27th anniversary with Health Fair
Solomon’s Super Centre is gearing up to celebrate its 27th year in business with a customer-focused health fair and anniversary event. This Saturday, October 28, the retail grocery outlet will mark nearly three decades in business by offering custome
A new chapter for mother and daughter
When you write a book, it lives on forever in some form. That is the kind of legacy Tosheena Robinson-Blair wanted to create for her daughter, Sierra. But more importantly, she wanted to show her daughter what beautiful things they could create when
Lakeisha wins master women's physique
LAKEISHA Miller became the ninth Bahamian overall out of the Bahamas Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation and the second in three months to earn her professional bodybuilding card.Over the weekend at the Ben Weider Legacy Cup in Toronto, Canada, Mille
UB Mingoes to host Florida College Falcons in double header
COACH Bacchus Rolle will get a good opportunity to showcase the development of his University of the Bahamas Mingoes men’s basketball team when they play host to a double header against the visiting Florida College Falcons.The Mingoes and the Falcons
Jaron Cornish and Seawolves look to contend for league title
The America East Conference recently released its preseason projections for the upcoming campaign and Jaron Cornish’s Stony Brook Seawolves are expected to contend for a league title. The Seawolves were projected to finish fourth in the conference b
Design your lifestyle - Friendship
Victoria Sarne continues her examination of life-changing moments and daily challenges. I was thinking about the nature of friendship, the different forms it takes and what it has meant to me in my life. I have a woman friend who lives in Canada and
All talk and no action
Talk, talk, talk, all day, all night has become the number one pastime for many. But despite the popularity of this talk culture, without taking focused action, there’s no change. You don’t move and you don’t improve. Taking deliberate action is the
Miami Cancer Institute adds new expert to Radiation Oncology Department
Radiation oncologist Dr Rupesh Kotecha has joined the Miami Cancer Institute at Baptist Health South Florida’s unique and integrated Radiation Oncology department, which offers standard photon therapy and soon will open the region’s first proton ther
Pretty in Pink sends loud and clear message
Inner Wheel promotes early detection in breast cancer fight
Decked out in pink to show their support of breast cancer awareness, more than 200 guests attended the fifth annual Pretty in Pink Party hosted by members of the Inner Wheel Club of East Nassau held at John Bull’s flagship store last Wednesday.
Exploring hair colour- L'Oreal Matrix team educates Bahamian stylists -
One of L’Oreal’s leading educators visited to Nassau recently to show Bahamians the latest trends in hair colouring techniques.The ‘Colour Me Matrix’ event was hosted by the Bahamas Supply Agencies at the British Colonial Hilton. Those in attendance
David Nesbitt inks new deal with Paulistano Sao Paola
National basketball team stalwart David Nesbitt is on the move again at the professional level. The 26-year-old forward has inked a new deal with Paulistano Sao Paolo as they make a push toward a Paulista League championship. Nesbitt joins the club
THE PRESS BOX: October 24 flashback - on this day in sports history
THE sports world is abuzz, the Astros and Dodgers are set to square off in the World Series. What a ‘fall classic’ it should be as the two best teams in baseball, in their respective leagues all season long, face off for all the marbles in the World
Monday, October 23
HFM outbreak ‘will get worse’
AN outbreak of Hand, Foot and Mouth disease is affecting young children in the country, Health Minister Dr Duane Sands confirmed yesterday.
The crisis in our hospitals: PHA boss warned govt patients suffering due to major funding failure
A STAGGERING picture of the true state of the crumbling public healthcare system has been revealed by former Public Hospitals Authority boss Herbert Brown.
Minnis seeks to calm Haitians
NEARLY two weeks after taking a hard line on immigration, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis struck a softer tone at The Haitian Metropolitan Church of the Nazarene Sunday, stressing this country’s ties to Haitians and pledging to expeditiously grant residency permits and citizenship to those eligible for it.
Swimming pigs perk up tourism
EXUMA’s famed swimming pigs was named as a major factor behind the back-to-back record year success of one of the country’s most exclusive resorts.
Smith aims to block power sale
A prominent QC yesterday “guaranteed” he will launch a Supreme Court action to block the $35 million ‘buy-out’ of Grand Bahama Power Company’s minority Bahamian shareholders.
Mario Ford hosting youth development programme
AFTER completing another successful summer baseball camp on Windsor Park, Mario Ford decided to provide another avenue for the young boys in the inner city communities to develop their skills by hosting a youth development programme.The eight-week pr
DPM: Grand Lucayan deal 'won't throw Budget out of whack'
THE Government’s bid to acquire the Grand Lucayan resort will “not throw the Budget out of whack”, the Deputy Prime Minister expressing hope it can be partially re-opened for the 2017-2018 winter season.K P Turnquest told Tribune Business that the pl
G-League Draft: 'Chicken' and Zane join NBA minor league franchises
DANRAD “Chicken” Knowles and Zane Knowles became the latest Bahamians to join National Basketball Association minor league franchises when they heard their names called at the NBA G-League Draft.Danrad was selected by the Grand Rapids Drive with the
AML 'pauses' Carl's Jr expansion strategy
AML Foods yesterday confirmed it had “paused” the expansion of its Carl’s Jr hamburger franchise, after failing to yet generate the return on investment (ROI) it is targeting.Gavin Watchorn, the BISX-listed food and franchise group’s president and ch
BTC cuts 'top heavy' senior management
THE Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) has slashed its “top heavy” executive management by releasing three vice-president-level executives, a union leader told Tribune Business.Bernard Evans, the Bahamas Communications and Public Officers Union
PM Thunderbird should be eligible to sail
THE majority of a five-member inspection committee by the Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources have deemed the newly reconstructed PM Thunderbird seaworthy and should be eligible to sail in the various regattas.Three members of the committee,
Truckers to face Wildcats in ladies' game 7 tonight
It will come down to one final game tonight for all the marbles as the New Providence Softball Association concludes its 2017 Godfrey ‘Gully’ Burnside best-of-seven championship series for the ladies’ division.Starting around 8pm in the Banker’s Fiel
Extend work permit 'fast track' to locals, Government urged
THE Government has been urged by a governance reformer to extend its ‘fast track’ work permit process to all Bahamian-owned businesses and industries suffering from “a skills gap”.Robert Myers, a principal with the Organisation for Responsible Govern
EDITORIAL: Now time to open all Baha Mar files
DR HUBERT Minnis should not have to be reminded that one of the main tenets of his party’s political platform was to open wide government’s doors and expose the PLP’s five-year management or mismanagement of the people’s government and the spending or misspending of its finances. In some areas they have carried out their mission with great vigour, in others there is too much foot-dragging.
INSIGHT: A new perspective you say?
WITH PLPs across the spectrum of the archipelago gearing up for its convention, which begins today, the rhetoric coming out of the party suggest there is a “new perspective” emanating from the party. Much of this is what is being purported by the youth movement in the PLP with the hopes that it would resonate with millennials who were mostly responsible for the Progressive Liberal Party’s resounding rejection on May 10.
Bimini Husband and wife missing at sea
BAHAMIAN and US authorities are searching for a Bimini husband and wife who are believed to be missing at sea since Saturday, police reported.
Sears: PLP has been compromised by ‘constitutional non-compliance’
FORMER leadership contender Alfred Sears, QC, yesterday said the Progressive Liberal Party’s culture of “constitutional non-compliance” has compromised the party’s “integrity, viability, resilience and nimbleness”.
INSIGHT: Activists and pundits have their say on the PLP
TEN rights activist groups have denounced reports of trash talk against Progressive Liberal Party leadership candidate and Englerston MP Glenys Hanna-Martin.
INSIGHT: Embracing the benefits of the ‘blue economy’
Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources Renward Wells is keenly watching current economic trends and the emergence of the “blue economy”, which he believes has the ability to decrease the national deficit and increase revenue to The Bahamas. The country, he says, with its vast natural aquatic resources, is poised to benefit from the focus the world is currently placing on the ocean as new ways are explored to sustain the earth’s population.
WORLD VIEW: No winners in secession – in Europe or the Caribbean
SHOULD areas of countries break away and govern themselves as they see fit? That’s a question that has been debated in several parts of the world, and is in focus now between Catalonia and Spain; Scotland and the United Kingdom, and to a lesser extent Barbuda and Antigua.
Those without Immigration status on December 31st
FOR those residing in The Bahamas without Immigration status before December 31st, you better be out or immigration coming looking.
Fuel surcharge cannot be allowed to continue as is
I remember in the past, light bills were issued every three months. As time progressed it changed to every month. But what came to mind immediately was that the bills for one month were far more than what it was for three months.
Bahamian players help Axemen to33-23 victory over Huskies
THE Acadia Axemen are headed to the AUS playoffs as the top overall seed.Eugene McMinns caught his third touchdown of the season, Arrien McDonald led the team in punt return yardage and Shelton Williams got the start on the offensive line in the Axem
Travis Munnings named to All-Conference Third Team
COLLEGE Sports Madness projects Travis Munnings as one of the top players for University of Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks and in the Sun Belt Conference.The junior forward was named to the publication’s 2017-18 Preseason Sun Belt All-Conference Third Tea
Davis: I’ll win fight for leader
WHILE urging Progressive Liberal Party members to unite during this week’s national convention, PLP interim Leader Philip “Brave” Davis said he is “confident” he’ll retain the party’s top post when the three-day event comes to a close.
Airlift and infrastructure stunt Long Island growth
Tourism and rentalsWith a picturesque blend of hills, blue holes and secluded beaches, Long Island has much room for growth in the tourism sector via Bahamian and international investors. Luxury rental properties offer an exciting way for both local
App-based transportation firm aims 'to make a name'
AN app-based Bahamian transportation network is looking to “make a name for itself”, having attracted just over 1,500 users within its first year, with new management committed to a renewed focus on improving the business.Bahrezy, similar to the popu
Mail boats to push tariff rise with Gov't
MAIL boat operators have been calling for a tariff increase “for some time now, its Association president confirming the matter will be raised with the Minnis administration.“We have been advocating for an increase in the tariff for sometime now. Tha
Friday, October 20
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Friday, October 20th, 2017.
Police 'following leads', but no one in custody over teen's murder
POLICE have not yet taken anyone into custody for the murder of Anthony Smith, 15, who was gunned down on Prison Lane earlier this week.
Govt under fire over response to grounded barge
THE Minnis administration is again facing criticism from environmental groups angered by it's "disgraceful" response to the grounding and partial submersion of a supplies barge transporting, among other things, a large quantity of diesel fuel in Long Island.
Keith Albury announces candidacy for PLP chairmanship
AS THE Progressive Liberal Party gears up for its three-day convention on Monday, another candidate has announced his intention to contest the chairmanship of the PLP.
Shane Gibson appears in Supreme Court
FORMER Labour and National Insurance Minister Shane Gibson was arraigned in the Supreme Court Friday morning before Justice Cheryl Grant-Thompson.
Investment bar cut for troubled Family Islands
The Government was yesterday said to be “putting the meat on the bones” of plans to lower the permanent residency investment threshold for economically-depressed Bahamian islands.
Pupils threaten revenge attacks
FRIENDS of murdered 15-year-old Anthony Smith yesterday told The Tribune they will retaliate against the murder of the teenager.
PI guard positive with TB
A SECURITY guard on Paradise Island has contracted tuberculosis and four others have been exposed to the disease. However, Health Minister Dr Duane Sands insisted there is no cause for widespread public alarm.
Campbell faces new citizenship challenge
TWO weeks after Transport and Local Government Minister Frankie Campbell rejected speculation he has dual citizenship, Attorney Wayne Munroe, QC, has confirmed he is looking into challenging in court whether the Cabinet minister’s citizenship can be rightfully established.
Search suspended for Sancos
BRANDON Simmons yesterday vowed to keep moving forward with the search for his mother and her husband - Forrest and Donna Sanco - as authorities suspended their search for the missing couple’s plane.
Murder count overtakes 2016
WITH less than three months left in the year, the Bahamas has surpassed last year’s murder count of 111, according to The Tribune’s records.
VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS OF THE YEAR
THERE is no higher individual player honour we award than the Grand Bahama Sports.com/GBSSAA Volleyball Players of the Year. They demonstrate the very best our sport has to offer as chosen in consultation with the head coaches for each high school le
'New industries can't wait long for work permits'
THE Government’s ‘fast-track’ work permit process aims to remove bureaucratic obstacles to attracting “a large amount” of new industries to the Bahamas, a Cabinet Minister said yesterday.Brent Symonette, minister of financial services, trade and indu
Exumians 'locked out of prosperity'
EXUMA’S MP yesterday lamented that many islanders feel “locked out of prosperity” due to the “imbalance” between human capital investment and Public Treasury contributions.Chester Cooper, the keynote speaker at the 10th Exuma Business Outlook confere
Lady Truckers take 3-2 lead
The Johnson’s Lady Truckers are now back in the driver’s seat and one game away from repeating as the New Providence Softball Association ladies’ champions.After watching the Sunshine Lady Wildcats win the last two games to pull even in the Godfrey ‘
Buddy cans 19 in Kings' opening loss
THE Kings’ season opener ended in a loss, but Buddy Hield and the young core showed enough promise to give the Sacramento faithful optimism on the future of the franchise.Hield scored 19 points on 8-17 shooting from the field and 3-7 from three-point
'Good time for us to say thank you to Sir Durward Knowles'
THE focus next week will be on the Sir Durward Knowles 100 Regatta in Montagu Bay.It’s anticipated that more than 100 boats competing in the sloop sailing and Olympic-style competition will be in action from Thursday to Saturday.The regatta, under th
Tourism: 30 per cent of marketing' not putting heads in beds'
THE Minister of Tourism yesterday said 30 per cent of his marketing spend is tied up in long-term contracts that are failing “to put heads in beds”.Dionisio D’Aguilar told Tribune Business that the Bahamas’ sponsorship of sporting events and teams wa
Elite junior swimmer Izaak Bastian to join the Florida State Seminoles
ANOTHER elite Bahamian swimmer at the junior national level has agreed to further his athletic and academic career with a major NCAA Division I programme.Izaak Bastian announced his verbal commitment to join the Florida State Seminoles for the Fall 2
Sports notes
SPORTS NOTESBOWLINGFINANCIAL LEAGUETYRONE Knowles of Leno Corporate Services was the top scorer in Financial Bowling League competition Wednesday night at Mario’s Family and Entertainment Centre with a 224 high game and a 622 high three game set. Sta
Good labour Exuma's 'greatest limitation'
THE imbalance between Exuma’s economic potential and shortage of skilled labour is its “greatest limitation”, the Ministry of Tourism’s director-general warned yesterday.Joy Jibrilu, addressing the 10th annual Exuma Business Outlook conference, said:
Carl Culmer elected FNM chairman
CARL Culmer was elected chairman of the Free National Movement (FNM) last night.
Israel makes NEMA donation
NATIONAL Emergency Management Agency received an assortment of hurricane relief supplies donated by the Government of Israel through the Embassy of Israel, during a presentation on Tuesday.Items were received by NEMA deputy permanent secretary Chryst
Ural wins first Sands Beer Cup
URAL Pratt has emerged as the winner of the Bahamas Golf Federation and the Bahamian Brewery Company’s first Sands Beer Cup.Golfers competed in 11 rounds of golf in six tournaments during the year in New Providence, Grand Bahama and Exuma.The final t
A COMIC'S VIEW: Roberts' 'cheap political shots' at Dr Duane Sands
First, Do No Harm There has been much controversy the past few days following the revelation that the Minister of Health, Dr. Duane Sands, is still performing surgeries for patients at the Rand Memorial and Princess Margaret Hospitals. First, let m
AG warns against false advisory on social media monitoring
ATTORNEY General Carl Bethel yesterday warned against a viral false advisory on social media monitoring.Mr Bethel, Minister of Legal Affairs, said the anonymous and untrue posting was also circulated widely before the 2017 general elections.He noted
Youth beekeeping programme creates a buzz on Grand Bahama
By DENISE MAYCOCKTribune Freeport Reporterdmaycock@tribunemedia.netTHE new Youth Apiary Programme has been launched on Grand Bahama where 30 young Bahamians have the opportunity to be involved in the beekeeping and honey industry.Minister of State fo
Two teens held over Primary school robbery
TWO teenagers are in police custody in connection with the robbery of Claridge Primary School on Monday.According to reports, officers from the Northeastern Division arrested the two juvenile boys shortly after 6pm on Wednesday. During the arrest off
Man charged with murder of mother on Peardale Road
A 20-YEAR-OLD man, charged with the murder of a mother of three and the attempted murder of two other men as they stood on a porch in the area of Peardale Road last week, was charged in a Magistrate’s Court yesterday.Godfrey McKinney, of Johnson Alle
Nepotism claims after university board hires president’s wife on $100,000 contract
IN a move that has sparked claims of nepotism, the University of the Bahamas’ Board of Trustees hired the wife of UB president Dr Rodney Smith –– a member of the board –– as a consultant on a $100,000 contract this summer.
Defence counsel objects to Crown witness in Double murder trial
THE murder trial into the death of Barry and Sheena Johnson was adjourned to today when defence counsel objected to a Crown witness.One of the five men initially charged with the Deadman’s Reef double murder, but has since turned Crown witness, was e
Man appealing murder sentence urged to retain services of an attorney
AN APPELLATE judge on Wednesday suggested a man seeking to represent himself on a murder appeal should instead retain the services of an attorney after expressing her concerns the appellant may not possess the necessary skills to lead his own appeal.
Court date for trio accused of murdering teacher
THE murder trial of two men and a teenager accused of the 2015 slaying of former Queen’s College elementary teacher Joyelle McIntosh will start on October 30.
University of Bahamas' agreement with Cape Eleuthera Island School
THE University of The Bahamas has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Cape Eleuthera Island School to strengthen cooperation in educational and research pursuits.Under the agreement, students and faculty will have increased opportunities to
Exuma leads growth via 14% stopover increase
EXUMA is experiencing the fastest growth rate of any multiple-island destination in the Bahamas, with its 46,000 stopover arrivals year-to-date representing a 14 increase.Joy Jibrilu, the Ministry of Tourism’s director-general, told the 10th Exuma Bu
IAN FERGUSON: Perfecting the skills granted for working
MUCH has been said and written about unlocking the motivation to accomplish great things in the workplace. We often talk about the external motivators, and how both employers and employees must consistently find stimuli that will propel them to great
Gov't, banks agree committee on fees
THE Government and commercial banks yesterday agreed to create “a working committee” to examine the industry’s fees and charges, although few details were released.Dion Foulkes, minister of labour, told Tribune Business that all parties present had a
Bahamas converts Finland taxation deal to automatic
THE Bahamas yesterday upgraded its tax information exchange agreement with Finland to the automatic variety, as it bids to meet global standards by September 2018.K P Turnquest, deputy prime minister, signed the Protocol to Amend the Tax Information
Thursday, October 19
Glenys blasts prosecutor bill
ENGLERSTON MP Glenys Hanna Martin yesterday blasted the government’s Constitutional Amendment bill, stating that the legislation fell far short of standards other countries in the region have set and essentially preserved the status quo.
Churches’ opposition to lottery ‘impractical’
TOURISM Minister Dionisio D’Aguilar yesterday insisted it would be impractical to close the door on a national lottery, acknowledging that it was better to tax and heavily regulate web shops than to completely outlaw them.
‘We warned them our son would die’
THE FATHER of the 15-year-old boy gunned down on Prison Lane Tuesday night, said yesterday if the Ministry of Education had listened to his “constant pleas” to remove his son from a “dangerous environment”, his only child would still be alive today.
D’Aguilar questions chairman’s motives
TOURISM Minister Dionisio D’Aguilar yesterday said the hiring of former Gaming Board Chairman Terah Rahming by Chances Games raises questions over the decisions the former board executive made while carrying out her duties in this post.
New rulebook to beat corruption
IN keeping with its pledge to tackle corruption and introduce a new standard of accountability in the country, the Minnis Administration tabled its highly anticipated Integrity Commission bill yesterday.
Increased web shop taxes not ruled out
The Deputy Prime Minister has not ruled out new or increased taxes for web shops, saying the Government had to consider sector integrity as well as revenues.
Gov’t unveils ‘fast track’ work permits
THE Government yesterday unveiled a ‘fast track’ process, targeted at specific industries, that will allow top foreign executives to enter the Bahamas without possessing work permits.
Long Island residents hit out over handling of grounded barge
DESPITE assurances from a Cabinet Minister that all remains well in Long Island after the grounding of a supplies barge, residents there are suggesting blatant mismanagement and bureaucracy “made a bad situation worse.”
Fire destroys home of 91-year-old
A 91-year-old grandmother is now homeless after a fire completely destroyed her house late Tuesday.
Week 7: Naughty's NFL Picks
THURSDAY CHIEFS vs RAIDERS - THE Raiders at home is quite enticing. However, I don’t see the Chiefs dropping two in a row. Chiefs with the big division road win! CHIEFS 27, RAIDERS 24 Sunday BUCS vs BILLS - QB issues in Tampa Bay, Jameis Wi
Bahamian connection, Knights capture the Tip-Off Challenge
THE Niagara Knights men’s basketball programme got off to a successful start in exhibition play to set the tone for a promising 2017-18 campaign.With several Bahamian players on its roster for another season, the Knights captured the Dave Stewart Tip
Trevon Grant looks to emerge as a leader for Axemen
HEADED into his senior season, Trevon Grant looks to emerge as a leader for the Acadia Axemen basketball programme.Through six preseason contests thus far, Grant has averaged 12 points and 5.8 rebounds per game to lead the Axemen to a 4-2 record in e
RBDF officers taking care of business
A NEW training programme for the Royal Bahamas Defence Force will give senior officers the tools they need to run their own businesses.
Bahamas' top basketball players begin season on high note
With the selection process for the Bahamas Basketball Federation’s enior national team on the horizon, some of the island nation’s top players throughout the European circuit began their seasons on a high note.
Landfill tender eyes December launch
PRIVATE sector offers to take over New Providence’s landfill will be “unfettered”, a Cabinet minister yesterday saying the bidding process was expected to launch this December.
Gov’t hailed over Freeport’s ‘20-year tax regime certainty’
FREEPORT’S private sector yesterday hailed the Government for “delivering 20 years of tax regime certainty” with its plans to repeal the Christie administration’s controversial actions.
Attorney delighted ‘licensees not held hostage’ on taxes
A Freeport attorney yesterday expressed relief that the Government had not sought to “hold the licensees hostage” over the 20-year ‘blanket’ extension of their tax breaks.
EDITORIAL: Bradley Roberts and his party should do the explaining
PLP Chairman Bradley Roberts has requested the press to question Health Minister Dr Duane Sands, a noted cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon, about the dual role he plays at the Cabinet table. Dr Sands is a newly elected Cabinet minister who has volunteered to continue to perform urgent and difficult surgeries on a voluntary basis should the need arise. For this generous gesture he will not be paid.
Debate over treatment of illegal aliens
THE recent announcement by the Prime Minister of his government’s intention to deal with the illegal alien problem, has rightly sparked a debate on the treatment of illegal aliens in The Bahamas. I wish to join the debate.
Roberts and Mitchell's criticism of Dr Sands
I would greatly appreciate a small space in your publication to share some thoughts.
Murder study suggests allowing death penalty to reduce killings
IN A new study on murders, the National Anti-Drug Secretariat suggested a change to the constitution to allow for the application of the death penalty in a bid to reduce killings.
Bill tabled that would bring more financial disclosure requirements
PUBLIC officials would face additional financial disclosure requirements under the Integrity Commission Bill the Minnis Administration tabled yesterday.
Jury sees video footage of brutal murders
A Supreme Court yesterday jury saw surveillance video footage of the brutal murders of Barry and Sheena Johnson at their Deadman’s Reef triplex apartment.
Butler and Bobcats in midst of career season
IN the midst of a career season, Michael Butler and his Peru State Bobcats will again in appear in a game televised by ESPN.Peru State will host its ESPN3 game of the week this coming Saturday when they face the William Penn Statesmen at the Oak Bowl
Kingdom Mime celebrates 10 year anniversary with training conference and workshop
KINGDOM Mime, the Bahamas chapter of the world’s largest international mime gathering––Paneh MegaMime––is celebrating ten years of its ministry this weekend with its Mime Training Conference and Workshop.
Environment Ministry faces ‘legislative gap’
A Cabinet minister yesterday said the Government needs to “close the legislative gap” and establish the Ministry of Environment in law, enabling its Minister to introduce Bills when necessary.
Web shop gaming impact is a lottery
An Exuma businessman examines the impact of gambling’s proliferation, and what can be done to control it
ELECTIONS have consequences. The Free National Movement (FNM) won the recent election, so Prime Minister Hubert A. Minnis and his Cabinet must now make decisions.
Wednesday, October 18
10182017 EDITION
Wednesday, 18th October 2017.
Boy, 15, dies in new gun attack
A 15-year-old boy is the country’s latest murder victim after a shooting off Prison Lane last night.
Minnis backs Sands’ surgery
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis praised Health Minister Dr Duane Sands as an “exemplary public servant” yesterday, in response to criticism levelled at him for voluntarily performing surgeries while working in government.
Numbers House hired ex-board chairman
THE hiring of former Gaming Board chairman Terah Rahming by Grand Bahama web shop Chances Game has exposed a loophole in gaming legislation.
No timeline on campaign funding
THE Minnis Administration hasn’t set a timeline for tabling legislation to regulate the financial operations of political parties, according to press secretary Anthony Newbold.
BPL bosses vow: We can deliver
Bahamas Power and Light’s new chief executive said yesterday that he and the company’s Board of directors are ready to take on the challenge of turning the beleaguered electricity provider to a “state of the art” and “world class” entity.
Offer on table for Grand Lucayan
THE Minnis administration has made an offer to the owners of the Grand Lucayan Resort to purchase the properties in Grand Bahama, press secretary Anthony Newbold said yesterday.
Homeowner Protection Act must be 'fair to all'
The Government plans to review the Homeowners Protection Act to ensure it “is fair to all concerned” following industry complaints, the Deputy Prime Minister has confirmed.K P Turnquest told Tribune Business that the Minnis administration plans to co
Minister urged to ‘step up’ over beach erosion in Bimini
BIMINI residents facing substantial land loss due to severe beach erosion are urging Environmental and Housing Minister Romauld Ferreira to “step up, speak up and work,” fearing continued inaction could lead to environmental anarchy there.
Attorneys request Bruno rufa be allowed into the country for legal hearings
ATTORNEYS for Canadian Bruno Rufa yesterday requested the appellate court to order Director of Immigration William Pratt to allow their client entry into the country to attend scheduled legal hearings after being denied entry on several previous occasions.
BPL chair warns Bahamians: ‘No pain, no gain’
REFORMNG Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) may cause “pain” for Bahamians, its chairwoman yesterday warning that its $600 million legacy debt and liabilities “cannot be ignored”.
Aliv gets 13,000 ports at 'accelerated pace'
THE Bahamas’ second mobile provider yesterday predicted it will complete its nationwide roll-out “well ahead” of target, having attracted 13,000 subscriber ‘ports’ at an “accelerating pace”.Damian Blackburn, Aliv’s chief officer, told Tribune Busines
Baha Mar liquidators decline extension for Breezes land transfer
BAHA Mar’s secured creditor wanted liquidators to remain in place until the land swap with SuperClubs Breezes is completed - a request they were reluctant to comply with.
Bahamas has ‘ways to go’ on Gov’t Board governance
THE Bahamas “has a ways to go” in ensuring Government Boards are staffed by suitably-qualified persons, a prominent accountant said yesterday.
Making a splash at Dunkin' for Boobies
RADIO House’s fourth annual cancer fundraiser “Dunkin’ for Boobies” yesterday raised more than $10,000 as willing participants took the plunge on Shirley Street.
‘Last person to see Barry Johnson alive’ clashes with defence counsel
BRUNO Parker was the last person to see his best friend and co-worker Barry Johnson alive on the evening that the deceased and his wife were shot and killed during a home invasion at their residence in Deadman’s Reef, the Supreme Court heard.
CULTURE CLASH: Sexual harassment is an act of violence
#MeToo — a campaign started by actor Alyssa Milano encouraging women to let people know they have experienced sexual harassment or assault has populated social media with evidence of the pervasiveness of sexual violence.
Who are the real targets?
Leading human rights lawyer continues his series of articles attacking the government’s new immigration crackdown
AT first glance, the Christmas “Minnis Manifesto” appears to be directed at persons who are illegally in the country. The Prime Minister commands them to voluntarily leave or regularize themselves by getting their papers straight or face aggressive arrest and deportation in the New Year. But, effectively, who is the threat directed at?
Afrika emerges as finalist in ITF Junior tourney
THE Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulated Afrika Smith, who pulled off an amazing performance this week and emerged as a finalist in the ITF Junior Tournament in Curacao.
Burger King robbery mastermind has sentence challenge bid dismissed
THE CONVICTED mastermind behind the armed robbery of a Burger King restaurant six years ago has had her bid to challenge her eight year sentence dismissed after the Court of Appeal found it had “absolutely no prospect of success.”
EDITORIAL: Here a Trump, there a Trump, everywhere a Trump Trump
ONE day in the American media it’s the continuing devastation from Hurricane Maria that continues to imperil Puerto Ricans. The next day dramatic stories in the New York Times expose the misbehaviour of movie mogul Harvey Weinstein. There is reporting about the worldwide refugee crisis, Venezuela, North Korea, and Iran. But there is a Donald Trump angle to every one of them. You cannot escape him.
Baha Mar revisited
LIKE many Bahamians, I have watched the Baha Mar saga unfold. Having almost applied to work there, I now count myself fortunate for never having linked my future with that resort. Since its inception,
Lottery will make for a worse Bahamas
I commend Minister Dionisio D’Aguilar for having the courage to speak the truth about what the numbers house operators are and what they are doing to our nation’s economy and citizens who gamble. Minister D’Aguilar called them a cartel and said they are “sucking money out of the economy in enormous quantities and thereby affecting the financial well-being of many, many of the citizens.” Minister D’Aguilar said what I and many others have said time and time again in opposition to legalising numbers gambling by the former PLP government. Again, I commend him for his courage.
Dr Sands, the country needs you
The back and forth between Minister of Health, Dr. Duane Sands and PLP Chairman Mr.Bradley Roberts has exposed one glaring fact. It shows that Dr. Sands did not follow his many friends advice to not put the country at risk and remain in a profession that is more important to people than him being a member of parliament.
PM Thunderbird hopes to set sail in Sir Durward Knowles 100 Regatta
After making all of the necessary adjustments to the banned Tanqueray boat, the Rev Dr Philip McPhee still doesn’t understand why his PM Thunderbird is not being allowed to sail.
NPSA: Lady Truckers, Hitmen take 2-0 lead in series
THE defending champions Johnson’s Lady Truckers and the C&S Hitmen have both taken a 2-0 lead in their respective New Providence Softball Association best-of-seven championship series.
Cougars earn 7-2 win over Comets
WITH the defending champions St Augustine’s College Big Red Machine rolling away with the junior boys’ division, the battle for the Bahamas Association of Independent Secondary Schools’ playoffs intensified with the second and third place teams hooking up.
Star Trackers athletes show appreciation to sponsor
THREE athletes showed their appreciation recently to Karen and JR McDonald after they paid a courtesy call to the major sponsor of their Star Trackers Track Club.
BACO founder: Regulation is ‘no substitute’ for governance
A FORMER Senator yesterday said regulation was “no substitute” for good governance at financial services institutions.
BPL makes provision for renewable funding
BAHAMAS Power & Light (BPL) has set aside financing to incorporate renewables into its energy generation mix, its newly-appointed chief executive said yesterday.
Trade missions ‘big part’ of Chamber’s agenda
THE Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation (BCCEC) is pushing for more reciprocal trade arrangements, its chief executive describing this as a “big part” of the agenda going forward.
Tuesday, October 17
10172017 EDITION
Tuesday, 17th October, 2017.
Pay row lawyer fears for job
A PROSECUTOR in the Office of the Attorney General says her outspoken pursuit of money allegedly owed to her has put her job in jeopardy.
School ransacked: Where was security?
THE effectiveness of campus security at public schools has come under heavy scrutiny after thieves stole laptops, computers and microwaves at Claridge Primary School yesterday morning.
Disclosure probe: Now delay down to mould
MORE than three months after the government’s self-imposed deadline to prosecute delinquent public officials under the Public Disclosure Act, the Public Disclosure Commission has yet to conduct any work, leaving the Minnis administration’s mandate in limbo.
‘I drove her round the Benz’
GUY Gentile, the transplant banker left to fish his luxury car from his backyard pool after a breakup, said he must have driven his jilted lover “crazy” just before the deed.
Not guilty: BAMSI accused cleared
DAVE Dion Moxey yesterday thanked Supreme Court jurors for their “honesty” after they found him not guilty for setting fire to a male dormitory at the Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Sciences Institute (BAMSI) in January of 2015.
‘Lenient’ BPL let staff run up debts
BAHAMAS Power and Light’s policy that allowed workers with overdue accounts to avoid disconnection was instituted for “leniency in hard times,” not as “privilege,” claimed Bahamas Electricity Corporation Executive Chairman Leslie Miller.
Shenique murder suspect quizzed
A 20-year-old man is in custody assisting police with their investigation into 38-year-old Shenique Hart’s death as yet another man became a murder victim last night.
Uncertainty if Baha Mar completion target struck
Neither Baha Mar nor its main contractor were last night able to confirm whether Sunday’s ‘substantial completion’ target for the $4.2 billion project had been met.Robert Sands, Baha Mar’s senior vice-president of government and external affairs, tol
UB Mingoes fall to Broward, FNU
THE University of the Bahamas continued their march towards becoming a part of the NAIA and its Sun Conference this past weekend with another road tour into Florida.
THE PRESS BOX: Man down! 5 QBs to replace the injured ‘studs’ in Fantasy
I KNOW some of you fantasy football owners are still crying this morning. And, if you are, it’s because you probably had Aaron Rodgers on your team.
Relief supplies For Dominica
A Royal Bahamas Defence Force vessel is tentatively scheduled to leave for Dominica with a cargo of relief supplies on Thursday afternoon.The Bahamas Girls Guide Association, the Bahamas Red Cross and the Dominican-Bahamian Association have provided
QC: ‘Let there be light’ on GB Power buy-out
A prominent QC yesterday pledged to investigate “the rhyme and reason” behind the Grand Bahama Power Company buyout, and urged: “Let there be light.”
When do children develop their gender identity?
(THE CONVERSATION) – Gender is generally thought of as a stable trait: we are born male or female and we stay that way as we grow from small children to adults.It turns out that for young children, initial concepts about gender are quite flexible. I
Time, not money, is your greatest asset
Considering the obsession many have with money, you may be surprised to learn that money is not your greatest asset. Even so, most people spend a great deal of their time chasing money. Yet, money still remains elusive for most. The question to pond
Financial provider slams 'absurd' IMF
A BAHAMIAN financial services provider yesterday slammed the IMF’s “absurd” conclusion that this nation has minimised the economic impact of the sector’s contraction.Paul Moss, principal of Dominion Management Services, told Tribune Business that the
Aliv: $5.6m bond release shows roll-out targets hit
THE Bahamas’ second mobile operator yesterday said more than 4,000 subscribers have switched to its network, with regulators releasing $5.6 million from its performance bond.Damian Blackburn, Aliv’s chief executive, said the Utilities Regulation and
Mail boat woes 'unacceptable in the 21st century'
MAIL boat practices are creating further hardship for Family Island economies, a Chamber of Commerce executive yesterday warning: “This is not acceptable in the 21st century.”Roderick Simms, chair of the Chamber’s Family Island division, told Tribune
Immigration Minister, Deputy PM looking at how to fund increased repatriation exercises
IMMIGRATION Minister Brent Symonette and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Peter Turnquest are looking at how to fund the increased repatriation exercises that will come in response to Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis’ goal of more stringe
Economy 'still struggling from 2008 crisis'
THE country’s sluggish economy is still struggling to make a turnaround from the Financial Crisis of 2008, according to officials at a recent public forum. Tonya Adderley, Project Manager of the PFM/PMR explained that growth has been sluggish and une
Ministry taking employment exchange 'to the people'
THE MINISTRY of Labour is to take its employment initiative on the road to sign up qualified Bahamians on the Employment Exchange for work.Senator and Labour Minister Dion Foulkes said the initiative would target the low employment areas of New Provi
Family member 'broke down in tears' after finding couple's bodies
HERMAN Johnson broke down after seeing the bodies of his murdered brother and sister-in-law at the couple’s residence in Deadman’s Reef on the morning of September 13, 2015, the Supreme Court heard yesterday. Mr Johnson had received the tragic news
Cleveland Clinic surgeon: 'Weight loss surgery long-term effects most significant in younger to middle age populations'
For anyone who has ever stepped on a scale and wished they hadn’t, the prospect of going under a gentle knife and coming out thinner seems almost too good to be true. And for many, it has made a difference in their lives they say they only dreamed ab
Manslaughter appeal dismissed for man who killed daughter
A MAN who killed his three-year-old daughter and hid her dismembered body in 2000 yesterday had his 15-year-late manslaughter appeal dismissed after the appellate president found his petition was connected to “a very bad case”.Court of Appeal Preside
Family of girl who fell to her death on ship want answers
THE Bahamian youngster who fell to her death on a cruise ship in Miami was described as a “happy, straight A student” whose family now want answers about how she came to die.Damien Fox, Zion Smith’s great uncle, told ABC’s Local 10 News the family wa
D Robinson tees off with best amateur golfers in US, world
It wasn’t the type of performance that he anticipated, but Devaughn Robinson was still delighted to have been a part of a prestigious group of players in the US Mid-Amateur Championships.
Feeling fatigued? Three ways women can boost iron intake
(BPT) – If you’re a woman who feels like you’re constantly fighting fatigue, there could be a physical reason for that sluggishness.In the US, one in 10 women, between 12 and 49 years old, are dealing with the results of low iron, according to the C
Succeeding in a man's world
Audrey Oswell takes top position at Atlantis
For Audrey Oswell, the newly appointed president and managing director at Atlantis Paradise Island, it is encouraging to see women progress professionally and their roles expanding in every industry, not just hospitality.“At Atlantis we have many wom
Local community leader joins top international coaches
Gena Brown always knew she had a calling in life. She always loved to help people and inspire them to be their best. And along the way the reaped great benefits from sowing seeds of guidance and love into the lives of those she comes in contact with.
Mother-of-three refuses to give up hope
Hosts concert to raise funds for breast cancer treatments
Jody Knowles has faced many challenges in her life: she has been diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer, and prior to that, she lost her home due to medical bills incurred by treatments for her autistic son. But the mother-of-three refuses to give up t
‘We would like to be able to win the regatta’ for Sir Durward
OVER the past three decades, Eleanor ‘the Sailing Barber’ Johnson said his annual St Valentine’s ‘Catch Me If You Can’ Massacre has benefitted tremendously from philanthropist Sir Durward ‘Sea Wolf’ Knowles.
Lady Truckers, Hitmen win openers in NPSA finals
THE defending champions Johnson’s Lady Truckers and the C&S Hitmen took the opening matches in their respective New Providence Softball Association championship series.
Shanea Armbrister assistant coach of Lady Tigers
SHANEA Armbrister made a quick turnaround from the court to the sidelines with her first hire as a member of a collegiate coaching staff.
No champions crowned this year in the BGDBA
THE Bamboo Shack Cybots were leading by 21 points in the third quarter when the game was stopped and no decision was made on the outcome. As a result, no champions have been crowned this year in the Bahamas Government Departmental Basketball Association.
Bahamas Red Cross puts emphasis on first aid- Free classes start this weekend -
IMAGINE enjoying a perfect day by the pool and suddenly you see someone go under and come back up gasping for air. Or what if you are home and a loved one goes into cardiac arrest, would you know exactly what to do and how to help?Scenarios like thes
EDITORIAL: One easy step to a prettier Nassau
MONSTROUS lettering on top of buildings, revolving electric signs that affront and assault the senses, snipe signs with skinny metal legs poked into the ground, signs nailed to poles and stapled to trees advertising services by people you would never want to call on for those services because if they don’t respect majestic trees, what makes you think they would respect your modest property?
Govt flights, Imra cost and PLP leadership
FRIDAY, October 5th, News item....PM + Ministers fly to Grand Bahama - did they goon Bahamasair? No if you viewed the interview with Minister Dr Duane Sands - they went private. Wonder whose plane again and why not Bahamasair?
With friends like McAlpine . . .
In any freshman class of new parliamentarians there is sure to be a few who thought they were cabinet timber who had to go sulking to the back bench, taking a deferment on their dreams.
Bahamian compliance specialist addresses gambling vulnerability
A BAHAMIAN compliance specialist has educated Jamaican bankers and financial services providers on how to prevent money laundering in the gaming industry.Cheryl Bazard, for a third year, was invited to present at Jamaica’s annual Anti-Money Launderin
Chamber launches banking fee survey
THE Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation (BCCEC) yesterday launched its own survey on banking fees in response to private sector complaints.Edison Sumner, its chief executive, told Tribune Business: “The Chamber will be launching a
Monday, October 16
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Monday, 16th October, 2017.
Roberts accuses Sands of ethics code breach
DESPITE his Cabinet post, Health Minister Dr Duane Sands has been voluntarily performing surgeries at the RAND Memorial hospital in Grand Bahama to assist medical professionals there amid staff vacancies. He confirmed this to The Tribune yesterday a
Roberts accuses Sands of ethics code breach
DESPITE his Cabinet post, Health Minister Dr Duane Sands has been voluntarily performing surgeries at the RAND Memorial hospital in Grand Bahama to assist medical professionals there amid staff vacancies.
Haitians warn PM over exit deadline
BAHAMIANS of Haitian descent in Abaco sent a strong warning to Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis over the new immigration deadline: “Five years will come again”.
US targets social media accounts
THE Department of Homeland Security will begin monitoring the social media accounts of Caribbean nationals and residents planning to visit the United States this week.
Girl, 8, dies in cruise horror
AN eight-year-old Bahamian girl has died after falling from an interior balcony on a Carnival cruise ship docked at the port of Miami.
Greenslade assured his full pension
ALTHOUGH he served in the police force for fewer than 40 years and as Commissioner of Police for fewer than ten years, outgoing Police Commissioner Ellison Greenslade will receive maximum pension benefits because the Minnis Administration intends to amend the Pension Act, Attorney General Carl Bethel confirmed yesterday.
Pledge to protect whistleblowers
THE MINNIS administration is seeking to immediately implement protections for whistleblowers in the Freedom of Information Act, despite not having a date as to when the entire legislation will be revised and fully enacted, according to Attorney General Carl Bethel.
JBLN draft complete, teams finalising rosters to start season
THE Junior Baseball League of Nassau completed its Draft this weekend and teams are now finalising their rosters to start the 2018 season. Thirty-seven teams and 470 young boys and girls will compete in the league’s 29th season of youth baseball and
Government overlooking core problem
IT is interesting that in its efforts to create the appearance of an illegal immigrant crackdown, the government conveniently overlooks the core problem.
First 'Knucklehead' Cross Country Championships
TWO long-time distance running rivals turned best friends collaborated to put on the first William ‘Knucklehead’ Johnson Cross Country Championships. Rupert Gardiner’s Silver Lightning Track Club hosted the one-day meet on Saturday at the Bahamas Go
Senior Men's National Team No.59 in new 'FIBA World Ranking'
AS teams head toward the FIBA World Cup and Olympic qualification, the Bahamas is one of 15 islands in the Caribbean Basketball Confederation to make the lastest edition of the rankings list. The Bahamas senior men’s national team was ranked No.59 i
Let Bahamians drive 35% East, West End electricity cost drop
THE Government is being urged not to renew Grand Bahama Power Company’s East and West End supply agreements, an advocacy group head arguing there is a Bahamian group that can replace it at 35 per cent lower costs. Pastor Eddie Victor, the Coalition
IMF's 'well-managed' financial contraction findings premature
THE IMF is premature in its conclusion that the Bahamas has “managed” the financial sector’s contraction well, a senior attorney warning of further job losses and consolidation to come. Michael Paton, a former Bahamas Financial Services Board (BFSB)
Activists 'absolutely oppose' 100% GB Power takeover
AN outspoken advocacy group will today warn the Prime Minister of its “absolute opposition” to Emera’s potential acquisition of 100 per cent of Grand Bahama Power Company (GBPC). Pastor Eddie Victor, president of the Coalition of Concerned Citizens
$35m GB Power buyout 'win-win for all'
A Canadian utility has branded its near-$35 million offer to buy-out all Bahamian shareholders and acquire 100 per cent of Grand Bahama Power Company as “a win-win for all”. Emera, responding to Tribune Business’s questions, said the proposal was ta
Web shops: Banks 'fell down big time'
WEB shops have filled the money transfer void because commercial banks “fell down big time”, a Chamber of Commerce director is arguing. Roderick Simms, chair of the Chamber’s Family Island division, told Tribune Business that the banks failed to pro
50 gallons of fuel dumped after barge runs aground in Long Island
ABOUT 50 gallons of fuel has been dumped in waters near central Long Island following the grounding of a barge carrying hurricane relief supplies to several other Caribbean islands.Long Island MP Adrian Gibson, in a series of updates on his official
Katelyn Cambridge receives Romalia's Townhouse's first Legacy Scholarship
HIGH SCHOOLER Katelyn Cambridge is the recipient of Romalia’s Townhouse’s first annual Legacy Scholarship.Katelyn, a 11th grader at Harbour Island All Age School, was also presented with a new Dell laptop and backpack with school supplies.The 15-year
New inductees in WBSC Hall of Fame
The Bahamas will add their 17th and 18th inductees in the World Baseball Softball Confederation Hall of Fame after administrator Burket Dorsett and coach Godfrey ‘Gully’ Burnside were added to the list last week. During the WBSC’s Extra Ordinary Con
Axemen improves to 5-2 with 35-17 victory over X-Men
A redemption season for the Bahamian trio at the Acadia football programme also turns out to have a similar effect for Axemen as the team clinched an early Atlantic University Sport football postseason berth. On Saturday, the Axemen improved to 5-2
Tributes paid to retiring PHA Managing Director Herbert Brown
FORMER Managing Director of the Public Hospitals Authority Herbert Brown is a “visionary leader” who made health care development a “priority” during his near 50 year career in the public health care system, Health Minister Dr Duane Sands has said.Sp
Mitchell 'likely to be nominated for PLP Chairman on convention floor'
FORMER Foreign Affairs Minister Senator Fred Mitchell is being drafted to compete in the chairmanship race at the Progressive Liberal Party’s national convention next week, with sources in the party saying it is likely he will be nominated on the flo
INSIGHT: ‘The oldest trick in the political playbook’ - residents of the Mud and Pigeon Peas speak out
AS A war of words erupts between human rights activists and the government about the impact and intent of its new immigration ultimatum, it’s business as usual for residents in one of the country’s oldest and largest shanty town settlements.
INSIGHT: Rise up against this licence to spy
When the PLP was obliged to back down from an earlier version of the ‘Spy Bill,’ it was a huge victory for civil society and an important boost for fundamental human rights in The Bahamas.
INSIGHT: Transforming the minds of our children
WHEN a child is born, they are born into a world of sin. Despite their innocence, they immediately become prisoners of their environment and the many influences around them.
INSIGHT: New Immigration policy is nothing but a political snow job
LAST week the country was thrown into a frenzy by another distraction from this Minnis administration; the announcement of an immigration crackdown to take place at the end of this year. Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis said those persons living in the Bahamas illegally have until December 31 to leave the country before immigration raids commence.
GAIN AN EDGE: Kristin learns the value of education
Life for Kristin Bethel has not been without its challenges. He grew up with no father in the home, and had a lot of built up frustration and unmanaged anger.
EDITORIAL: And where has the $43 million gone?
LAST WEEK Opposition Leader Philip “Brave” Davis mocked the Minnis administration’s inability to trace $42 million of the $150 million borrowed by the Christie administration for hurricane recovery. Mr Davis had the audacity to call it the “height of incompetence” on the part of the new government for failing to trace these funds.
Glenys Hanna-Martin is the status quo
As the race for leader of the PLP heats up it is comical that Glenys Hanna-Martin would claim that she is uprooting the status quo.
UPDATED: Son says search for missing US couple is still on
DESPITE a nightmarish past two and a half weeks, Brandon Simmons said the search for his mother and her husband – Forrest and Donna Sanco – is still alive as he encouraged fishermen and boaters at sea to keep an eye out for anything that could lead to the safe return of the American couple.
Shootings leave two dead, four injured
A man is dead after a shooting late last night on West Street near Meadows Street.
E-procurement system to launch in December
THE Government expects to roll-out its electronic procurement tendering system by mid-December 2017, according to its main co-ordinator. Daniel Ferguson, who heads this part of the Public Financial Management and Performance Monitoring Reform projec
Roberts steps down as Bahamas Realty chief
BAHAMAS Realty has announced that W. Larry Roberts, a two-term president of the Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA), has stepped down as its vice-president and chief executive after a career that spanned nearly half-a-century. Mr Roberts will rem
Labour Dept tackling Club Land 'Or pay
THE Minister of Labour says the Government is seeking to resolve “numerous complaints” from Club Land ‘Or staff about back pay owed to managers and line staff. Dion Foulkes said his Ministry had met with the general manager and one of the owners of
Friday, October 13
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Friday 13th October 2017.
AG: Caribbean Court has not departed from Privy Council on death penalty
ANYONE who thinks adopting the Caribbean Court of Justice as the Bahamas' final court of appeal in order to circumvent the Privy Council's "disciplines" on the death penalty will be "sorely disappointed", according to Attorney General Carl Bethel.
Armed robbery accused breaks down in court
A 23-year-old man broke down in court yesterday as he was arraigned on an armed robbery charge, tearfully telling Chief Magistrate Joyann Ferguson-Pratt that he doesn't want to return to prison because it is hard.
Trial date set for former minister Kenred Dorsett
A TRIAL date of November 10 was set on Friday in the Supreme Court for former Environment Minister Kenred Dorsett to formally face allegations that he used his former ministerial position to extort and solicit $120,000 in bribes from Jonathan Ash.
BPL to disconnect staff with overdue accounts 'immediately'
BAHAMAS Power and Light has advised its staff yesterday that the corporation will begin disconnecting employees with overdue accounts "immediately".
Carnival Corporation opens technology centre in Grand Bahama
CARNIVAL Corporation opened its technology centre in Freeport on Friday, putting Grand Bahama on the way to becoming an offshore technology hub.
Marijuana field found off Thomson Boulevard
THREE people – a Bahamian man and a Jamaican man and woman – are assisting police after an illegal marijuana field was found on a property on Portago Road off Thompson Boulevard Friday.
Greenslade confirmed as envoy to London
AFTER months of speculation, the Minnis Administration announced yesterday that Ellison Greenslade has been appointed High Commissioner of the Bahamas to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and as Permanent Representative to the International Maritime Organization.
Nurses quit for high US salaries
AMERICAN recruiters are poaching Bahamian nurses from the country’s cash-strapped public healthcare system, according to Health Minister Dr Duane Sands, who said 70 nurses have left this month.
FNM in spy bill change
THE Minnis Administration will amend its Interception of Communication Bill to ensure the Minister of National Security does not have the power to authorize use of listening devices, Attorney General Carl Bethel announced in the Senate yesterday.
Migrants crackdown ‘humane and caring’
IMMIGRATION Minister Brent Symonette yesterday insisted that the deadline threat for all irregular migrants to leave the country by year-end only sounded “draconian” but will be carried out as “humanely and caring” as possible.
US couple search: plane wheel found
HOPES of finding missing US couple Forrest and Donna Sanco alive appeared dashed last night after an aircraft wheel was recovered in the sea off Eleuthera.
BDB: 'Everything turns' on $64m debt restructure
The Bahamas Development Bank’s (BDB) chances of meeting the Government’s three-year ‘self-sufficiency’ target depend entirely on its ability to restructure $64 million in long-term debt.Lynden Nairn, the institution’s newly-appointed chairman, told T
Central Bank back in compliance on Gov't debt limits
THE Central Bank yesterday said its government debt holdings are back in compliance with its governing Act, with medium and long-term maturities equal to 12.52 per cent of its demand liabilities.The regulator, responding to the IMF’s Article IV repor
Tenant ‘heard gunshots and a scream’
AFTER hearing what sounded like gunshots and a woman scream on the evening of September 12, 2015, a tenant who had occupied a unit in Barry and Sheena Johnson’s triplex sat in her apartment and did not call police until the next morning.
Bamsi fire accused ‘witnessed aggression towards contractors’
THE MAN accused of setting fire to a dormitory at the Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) yesterday claimed he only worked at the North Andros site under specific conditions to mitigate against his fear of working among disgruntled and “violent” workers at the site.
Baptist Day Parade set to honour Bishop Simeon Hall
This year’s Baptist Day Parade, to take place this Sunday, will honour Bishop Simeon B Hall, a noted preacher, evangelist and social activist.
Meditation - Birthdays
When I visit the maternity ward and see newborns sleeping peacefully, I pray that they will become great men and women of God in their own special way. I think about the various homes in which they will be reared and desire that they will be nurtured with much love and guided by mature wisdom. Now that I have a granddaughter, my prayers for her will be constant.
A COMIC'S VIEW: Getting in a flap over ‘no chicken imports’
WHEN Bamboo Town MP and Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources, Renward Wells announced in Parliament:
AG: Bahamas 'riding behind competitors' in financial services
THE Attorney General yesterday lamented that “riding behind our competitors” had caused “incalculable” damage to the financial services industry, accusing the former government of failing to act on tax information exchange changes.Carl Bethel QC, add
Gov't not targeting IMF's $70m slash
THE Government is not targeting the IMF’s recommended $70 million wage bill slash, the Deputy Prime Minister said yesterday, but it must right the Bahamas’ “upside down” economy. K P Turnquest told Tribune Business that the Minnis administration will
Action heats up in the Financial Bowling League
THE top scorer in the Financial Bowling League competition last night was Clayton Gardiner of Leno Corporate Services with a 216 high game and a 595 high three game set. The runner-up was Tyrone Knowles also of Leno Corporate Services with a 588 seco
Bahamian players to speed up offence for Warhawks
THE University of Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks intend to run a faster-paced offence this season and two Bahamian players plan to figure prominently into the new small-ball scheme.The Warhawks began practice this week with junior forward Travis Munnings
What must be done after IMF report
Without reading the entire IMF (International Monetary Fund) report, it is enough to understand what they are advising from the précis report in the media.
'Tum Tum' team captain for 3rd straight year
At the Michigan State Spartans men’s basketball media day, Lourawls “Tum Tum” Nairn Jr’s senior season was one of the topics of discussion as the head coach bestowed him with a rare honour.Head coach Tom Izzo named Nairn Jr a team captain for the thi
IAN FERGUSON: 'Glass half full' mentality key for corporate leaders
By IAN FERGUSONTODAY’S article focuses on simple, practical steps leaders can take to have a greater impact in their workplace and effect change in the lives of those they lead.1. Demonstrate care each day. Team members need assurance daily that you
THE FINISH LINE: Bahamas basketball needs 'a more experienced' international coach
LAST week, I had the opportunity to travel with a Bahamas Olympic Committee delegation to North Andros to view the state of the Carl Oliver Track in Nicholls Town.The track will be getting a much needed Mondo surface, which when completed will provid
BDB chair: 'Days of $50k hand-outs over'
THE Bahamas Development Bank’s (BDB) chairman yesterday pledged to tighten lending protocols, adding: “The days of giving someone $50,000 and saying: ‘Go get it done’ are gone”.Lynden Nairn told Tribune Business that the BDB had little choice but to
Sea salt production in the Bahamas
ONE must comment on the content or lack of content on our Talk Shows - some really should not be aired and others simply need a radical improvement and a commitment to stop broadcasting inaccurate concepts and proposals.
Stopping crime is not just up to the government
BAHAMIANS complain that the government needs to fix the crime problem. I have a suggestion for our people: spend more time raising your children properly.
Davis’ comments at prayer breakfast
Re:Davis vows: I’ll cut off heads to save party.
One year in prison for stealing rice and tuna
A 21-year-old man was yesterday sentenced to just over a year in prison for breaking into a preschool and stealing a bag of rice and a can of tuna over the holiday weekend.
Man in court on ammo charges
A 35-year-old man was arraigned in a Magistrate’s Court over allegations that he was found in possession of nearly 100 rounds of assorted ammunition.
FRED SMITH: Trampling on people’s rights, ignoring the law, is a dangerous path to follow This process of threats, ultimatums, indiscriminate, wholesale terrorist raiding by the government on the imm
The FNM Christmas ultimatum is a continuation of the unconstitutional and illegal fascist practice of state terrorism against the migrant community.
Date for Gibson constitutional relief hearing
A DATE of December 14 has been set for the Supreme Court hearing of former Cabinet minister Shane Gibson’s application for constitutional relief on the basis that a magistrate’s lack of jurisdiction to grant bail according to the Bail Act is unconstitutional.
PHA Managing Director Herbert Brown retires
AFTER more than 40 years of public service, Public Hospitals Authority Managing Director Herbert Brown has retired.
Lady Spartans, Buckeye Oilers BFFL Champions
THE Bahamas Flag Football League hosted its 8th annual BFFL Invitational at the Winton Rugby Pitch over the weekend with some unsuspecting winners taking home the championship trophies.
Cybots get 106-103 win over police, take 1-0 lead in playoffs
EUGENE Bain had a monster game as he helped to power the Bamboo Shack Cybots to a 106-103 victory over the Police Crimestoppers as they took a 1-0 lead in the Bahamas Government Departmental Basketball Association’s best-of-five championship series.B
EDITORIAL: Importance of democratic accountability
TO FOLLOW up our online editorial earlier this week about developing events in Catalonia, we look today at the affect on democracy of globalisation and political and economic centralisation in an increasingly interdependent world.
Let's be both sensible and sensitive
Stranger things have happened, but yesterday in the House of Assembly a strange thing happened - it came the turn for the member for St Anne’s to speak ..... he prefixed his comment, all of maybe three-minutes by saying there will be an announcement concerning Immigration and sat back down giving way for PM Hubert Minnis to make his statement, far from the usual summing up that the closing MP, usually the PM will do then the bombshell.
BAHAMIANS born to illegal Haitian migrants
I AM somewhat dismayed to have read and heard statements attributed to assorted cabinet ministers and a few from religious and civil societies lambasting Bahamians who dared to question the appropriateness of the response and offer of entry into The Bahamas by ‘some’ Dominican students who would have been adversely impacted by a series of recent hurricanes.
Pilgrim Baptist Temple celebrates 70 years of worship
PILGRIM Baptist Temple is marking a milestone this year – 70 years of worship and service to the community.
Seeing the church in a new light – Panel discussion seeks to bridge the gap between old and young –
WHAT is the major function of the church? Is it just a place for people to assemble once a week? How do you heal from church hurt? How can the gap between older and younger believers be closed?
Born Again Ministries celebrates church unity with well-known US pastors
“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron’s beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments; As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the Lord commanded the blessing, even life for evermore.” (Psalm 133)
Shaken faith
“Then Jesus told him, ‘Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed’.” (John 20:29 NIV)
Fox Hill man gunned down
A MAN standing outside his Fox HIll residence yesterday was killed when two men pulled up in a white vehicle and shot him, police said.
Minister: GB needs a 'tourism identity'
GRAND Bahama must be given a signature tourism identity, a Cabinet Minister saying yesterday: “We cannot continue to proceed with stop gap measures.”Kwasi Thompson, minister of state for Grand Bahama, told the Senate that the Minnis administration wi
Thursday, October 12
10112017 EDITION
Wednesday, 11th October, 2017.
Get out: Minnis gives illegals exit deadline
ILLEGAL migrants in the Bahamas must leave the country by December 31, 2017, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis (pictured) declared yesterday, as he warned an aggressive pursuit and deportation will be the fate of anyone who does not comply.
‘We didn’t misuse funding’
A DAY after Deputy Prime Minister K Peter Turnquest said the former government diverted more than $40m from a $150m hurricane relief and recovery loan to win the most recent election, Opposition Leader Philip “Brave” Davis denied the allegation saying he was “confident” the Christie administration used the money for its correct purpose. To suggest otherwise, Mr Davis told reporters outside of the House Of Assembly yesterday, suggested the former government committed a criminal offence, which he called “damnable”.
Drive-by victim prayed to God as she lay dying
SHENIKA Hart asked God to forgive her and watch over as she lay dying feet away from the home she shared with her three daughters.
US couple – search drags on
AUTHORITIES have ruled out an area of debris near Cat Island which they thought could be remnants of the plane carrying missing American honeymooners Forrest and Donna Sanco.
‘Minnis is the new Mitchell and he is a menace to the rule of law!’
THE Bahamas is now being thrown from the frying pan into the fire.
Smith lashes out at ‘visionless’ FNM
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis is a “menace to the rule of law” in the Bahamas, Grand Bahama Human Rights Association President Fred Smith has declared.
'Death spiral': Shocks put debt at 100% GDP
The Bahamas could be locked into “a death spiral” by 2022, with its national debt virtually equal to total economic output (GDP), if it fails to hit growth and fiscal consolidation targets.The International Monetary Fund (IMF), in its full Article IV
Atlantis staff rescue critically ill wild manatee
A critically-ill wild manatee rescued from Spanish Wells by Atlantis resort’s marine specialists is in stable condition and undergoing treatment.The Paradise Island resort’s Animal Rescue and Care Facility responded to an urgent request from the Baha
BAMSI accused 'told police fire was started by unpaid labourers'
A SENIOR police officer yesterday testified how the man accused of setting fire to a dormitory at the Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Sciences Institute initially told police the fire was started by one or more of the many unpaid labourers at the site
Don’t be held ‘captive’ by US tax crackdown
THE Bahamas must not be deterred from making inroads into the multi-billion dollar captive insurance sector by a US tax crackdown, a local actuary said yesterday.
Government to introduce advanced Anti-Corruption bill
THE Minnis Administration will introduce a more advanced Anti-Corruption Bill “inclusive of Asset Confiscation and Public Disclosure” and an Integrity Commission Bill, Prime Minister Hubert Minnis said yesterday. “Political will is needed in order t
20% construction boost if planning woes addressed
CONSTRUCTION activity would increase by 20 per cent if the Minister of Works makes good on his pledge to eliminate “under-staffing” at the Department of Physical Planning.Leonard Sands, the Bahamian Contractors Association’s (BCA) president, told Tri
Couple's bodies 'found 12 hours after murder'
The bodies of Barry and Sheena Johnson were discovered some 12 hours after they were brutally murdered at their residence in Deadman’s Reef, the Supreme Court heard yesterday.
Best of The Best Regatta all set for Montagu in December
FOR the second consecutive year, international and local sailors will come together as the country hosts one of the marquee regattas on the portfolio for the festival season.The Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources, in conjunction with the St
NAUGHTY'S NFL PICKS: 'I hate, but respect Aaron Rodgers'
LET me start by saying “I hate you Aaron Rodgers.”No further comments, yes I’m still salty, now let’s get to the PICKS.THURSDAYEAGLES vs PANTHERSThe “Cambodian Express” continues to sail down the track.A revitalised, shades of his MVP season, Cam New
Temporary ferry service from Miami to Freeport
A TEMPORARY ferry service from Miami to Freeport has been established to fill the void created by the suspension of the Grand Celebration’s route, according to a statement released from the Office of the Prime Minister.The temporary service by FRS Ca
Gov't hailed for 'bush mechanic' crackdown
THE Government’s planned crackdown on ‘bush mechanics’ was yesterday hailed by the Bahamian Contractors Association’s (BCA) president, who branded the sector as “out of control”.Leonard Sands told Tribune Business he backed efforts by Desmond Bannist
US woman in arrest video believed to have suffered mental breakdown
AN American woman who was seen violently resisting Bahamian authorities at the Grand Bahama International Airport in Freeport is believed to have suffered a mental breakdown.The incident, which was posted on social media, shows the woman in hand rest
Straw Market Authority 'has large unpaid bills'
THE Straw Market Authority lacks procedural policies necessary to prevent mismanagement and mishandling of funds, Works Minister Desmond Bannister said yesterday, as he pointed to hefty unpaid bills.In Parliament yesterday, Mr Bannister said the auth
Second CLICO payout three months behind
THE head of CLICO (Bahamas) creditors’ committee yesterday expressed optimism the Government will fulfill its promises to policyholders, despite being three months late with the latest payout.Basil Christie told Tribune Business that the committee un
Mission accomplished! Breef gives marine conservation training to a teacher from every Bahamian school
THE Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) has achieved its goal to provide marine conservation training to a teacher in every school across the archipelago.Each summer since 1995, educators from across the country have had a chance
BBF: Team Bahamas needs FIBA sponsors
In 46 days, the Bahamas begins its bid toward FIBA World Cup and Olympic qualification and local stakeholders are petitioning the corporate Bahamas to rally behind the effort.The Bahamas Basketball Federation, in conjunction with the Ministry of Yout
Drug-laced substances are ‘trending upwards’ in schools
CONSUMPTION of drug-laced substances like “sizzurp” and marijuana cookies is trending upward in schools, Dr Chaswell Hanna, Director of the National Anti-Drug Secretariat, said yesterday.
Labour Minister to address complaints over banking fees
LABOUR Minister Dion Foulkes plans to meet with banking authorities next week to address numerous reports and complaints over increases in service fees and charges by some commercial banks.A statement yesterday said complaints made to the the Consume
Sands: Dialysis treatment at PMH ‘challenged, expensive’
HEALTH Minister Dr Duane Sands yesterday denied machines were out of service in the Dialysis Unit at the Princess Margaret Hospital but admitted the current system of treatment is “challenged and extremely expensive.”
Christie admin's lease for Penns Builders Square Compound more than $500,000 a year
THE Christie Administration entered into an agreement to lease the Penns Builders Square compound at a monthly rate of $46,892.40, or $562,708.80 per year, Works Minister Desmond Bannister revealed yesterday.“This was not a prudent decision,” he said
Buddy struggles to find 'Buckets'
BUDDY Hield has struggled to find his shooting stroke thus far in the NBA preseason.Through four games, Hield is averaging 9.5 points on 39 percent shooting from the field and 23 per cent from the three-point line. In addition he has grabbed 3.8 rebo
Baha Mar launches Hospitality Academy
BAHA Mar has launched its Hospitality Academy in a bid to equip Bahamians with the necessary skills and expertise for a career in the resort and tourism industries.The Baha Mar Hospitality Academy is a four-week programme aimed at developing future w
Minister reiterates call for economic 'liberalisation'
A Cabinet minister yesterday said “liberalisation” is needed to allow the Bahamas to fight the challenges of the modern economy.While addressing Parliament, Brent Symonette, minister of financial services, trade and industry and Immigration, said the
THE ART OF GRAPHIX: Trumpeting the way to better productivity
THEY say music is the universal language. Is this true? Or could it be that the art in music itself is a healer through its expression of humanity? It is something we are all touched by and, regardless of cultural background, everyone loves music.Par
Legislative tools to be unveiled at Law Ministers Meeting
THE Commonwealth will unveil a package of legislative reform tools to help government’s effectively tackle such modern issues as climate change and cyber crime at its upcoming Law Ministers Meeting.The organisation’s new legislative drafting handbook
BPL develops Bahamianmanagement strategy
BAHAMAS Power and Light’s (BPL) Board has developed a plan that will place the monopoly electricity provider back under Bahamian management, its chairwoman revealed yesterday.Darnell Osborne told Tribune Business that the Board’s proposal also includ
Minister: Gov't 'serious' on bank fee complaints
THE Minister of Labour yesterday moved to reassure Bahamians that the Government is serious about tackling complaints over bank fee increases.Speaking with Tribune Business, Dion Foulkes said: “What happened was there have been some recent increases
Wednesday, October 11
10102017 EDITION
Wednesday, 10th October, 2017.
Last contact with missing American couple’s plane
THE LAST contact from Forrest Sanco, the American man who vanished with his wife while en route to Rum Cay for their honeymoon last month, was a signal to air traffic controllers that he was nearing his destination.
PLP ‘diverted $40m to buy last election’
THE Minnis Administration suspects the Christie Administration spent more than $40 million of hurricane relief funds in a failed bid to buy the election, Deputy Prime Minister Peter Turnquest said yesterday.
Churches warn ‘no lottery’
BAHAMAS Christian Council President Bishop Delton Fernander said he was “shocked” that a second government minister has come out in support of the creation of a Bahamian national lottery, adding the council expected the Minnis administration to either tighten the existing legislation or repeal the law.
Postal crisis is crippling business
REDUCED operations at the General Post Office are negatively affecting businesses, Bahamas Chamber of Commerce CEO Edison Sumner said yesterday, adding the chamber sees “no end in sight” to the problem.
Gov’t blocks huge Customs shake-up
The Deputy Prime Minister yesterday confirmed he has halted the transfer of more than 250 Customs officers due to the upheaval such a shake-up threatens to cause.
Insurer chair: IMF ‘hits nail on head’ over disaster risk
THE IMF “hit the nail on the head” over the Bahamas’ disaster exposure, a senior insurance executive yesterday urging a “holistic” approach that includes the regional catastrophe scheme.
Attorney urges 30% residency threshold slash for Freeport
A prominent attorney yesterday urged that Freeport’s permanent residency investment threshold be cut to $350,000, warning: “Freeport is no longer dying; it’s dead.”
Ex-BPSU chief says $70m wage bill cut ‘impossible’
THE Bahamas Public Service Union’s (BPSU) former president yesterday argued it was “impossible” for the Government to do the IMF’s bidding and slash the civil service wage bill by $70 million.
Gov’t ‘won’t sink economy’ with Christie’s $1.3bn NHI
THE Minister of Health yesterday pledged the Government will “not sink the economy” by implementing a National Health Insurance (NHI) model that could cost $1.26 billion at full roll-out.
SAC junior boys rout Kingsway Academy 9-1
THE St Augustine’s College Big Red Machine’s junior boys continued to roll along in the Bahamas Association of Independent Secondary Schools, routing the Kingsway Academy Saints 9-1.In their return to action yesterday after the break for the holiday
Crash spot claims its third victim
A 28-year-old man died after he was struck by a car attempting to cross Tonique Williams Darling Highway with his girlfriend and their baby late Monday night.
Minister: Only four or five Dominican students expressing interest in offer
IT remains unclear how many Dominican students are expected to temporarily move to the Bahamas, with Education Minister Jeffery Lloyd yesterday suggesting only “about four, maybe five” have expressed an interest in accepting the Minnis administration’s offer to relocate.
RBDF officer held after ammunition found in search
A ROYAL Bahamas Defence Force Officer is in police custody after he and four other men were allegedly found on Monday with a large amount of ammunition.
Trial of five men accused of double murder begins today
THE MURDER trial of five young men accused of the double murder of a couple from Deadman’s Reef opens today in the Supreme Court in Grand Bahama.
PM orders establishment of Urban Renewal centres on other islands
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis has ordered that Urban Renewal centres be established in a number of islands, Press Secretary Anthony Newbold said yesterday.
Bamsi fire accused ‘offered to pay security guard to keep quiet’
THE man accused of setting fire to a dormitory at the Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Sciences Institute (BAMSI) in 2015 offered to pay a security guard at the site nearly $1,000 to keep silent about the crime, Supreme Court jurors heard yesterday.
Prime Minister ‘hasn’t indicated regret’ over criticism of Christie administration’s bill
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis has given no indication he regrets his criticism of the Christie Administration’s Interception of the Communications Bill despite its likeness to the one his administration tabled in Parliament several weeks ago, according to press secretary Anthony Newbold yesterday.
Praying for an economic breakthrough
SOME concerned residents gathered at the International Bazaar yesterday praying for an economic breakthrough for the once bustling shopping mecca and popular tourist attraction in Freeport.
Christie won’t publicly endorse any PLP leadership candidate
FORMER Prime Minister Perry Christie has decided not to publicly endorse any candidate for leadership of the Progressive Liberal Party as the organization prepares to head into its national convention later this month.
Cynthia ‘Mother’ Pratt wants memoirs to inspire
MORE than a testament to her life’s work, former Deputy Prime Minister Cynthia “Mother” Pratt wants her foundation and memoirs to live on as a permanent fixture of empowerment and hope for inner-city communities.
CULTURE CLASH: We need leaders we can trust and who share what we want
Everyone is talking about leadership. While people battle for top positions in households, corporations, and countries we redefine and re-conceptualize leadership in response to community needs, mindset changes and shifts in power dynamics.
EDITORIAL: Nassau Needs a Mayor, City Manager
NASSAU needs a mayor. We have beat around the bush long enough and pretended that somehow this historic city could just run itself. We should have known better. Its majestic Madeira trees are suffering.
Letter and bills I haven't received
Enclosed is an item of many of the letter and bills I haven’t received from the Post Office:
The PLP has no credibility to lecture us about crime
Twenty years from now, in 2037, Eugene Woodside Jr. could have become a member of parliament. Or been called to the Bar. Or started making doctor rounds at a modern Princess Margaret Hospital.
Two big games this weekend for UB Mingoes men's soccer team
AFTER splitting their first two games in their first trip to play in the United States last month, the University of the Bahamas Mingoes men’s soccer team are off again this weekend.And head coach Dion Godet said he’s confident that they should be ab
Bringing home bronze
Although they only got one medal, head coach Dorian Roach said the Bahamas’ four-member team performed exceptionally well at the inaugural Carifta Triathlon in Bridgetown, Barbados.
‘A new beginning’ for students of Huntley Christie High School
WHEN the renovations are done at the Huntley Christie High School in Nicholls Town, North Andros, the students and physical education teachers feel it will definitely have a greater impact on their sporting programme.
Woman dies in drive-by shooting
A WOMAN is dead after she was shot in the Peardale area off Wulff Road last night, police said.
Hopes fade of eradicating hunger in region by 2030
GLOBAL Health organizations have reported that the ambitious goal to eradicate hunger by 2030 is becoming increasingly unobtainable as the number of people suffering in the region steadily increases.
Tuesday, October 10
PLP line up to attack Turnquest
EXUMA & Ragged Island MP Chester Cooper yesterday accused Finance Minister K Peter Turnquest of pushing “partisan rhetoric” instead of answering real questions about the country’s economy.
‘Cut civil service wage bill by $70M‘
The IMF has urged the Government to slash the civil service wage bill by almost $70 million, as it slammed the Christie administration’s “lax spending controls” pre-general election.
National lottery ‘front and centre’
THE creation of a Bahamian national lottery is “front and centre” for the Gaming Minister, who yesterday warned web shops: “The status quo needs tweaking.”
US couple vanish on wedding flight
THE family of an American couple booked to honeymoon in the Bahamas last month have launched a social media campaign to find them after more than two weeks with no contact.
Davis vows: I’ll cut off heads to save party
INTERIM Progressive Liberal Party leader Philip “Brave” Davis has vowed to “cut the heads off” anyone in the PLP who stands in the way of the party’s “growth and progress”.
Central Bank breached legal Gov’t bond limits
THE Central Bank breached its legal limits by increasing government bond holdings to $200 million in the wake of Hurricane Matthew, the IMF has revealed.
IMF: 65% bank asset fall’s ‘modest’ impact
THE international financial services industry’s “sharp contraction”, with total bank assets shrinking 65 per cent in the five years to 2016, has only “modestly” impacted the Bahamian economy.
Bahamian dollar ‘over valued’ by 10-20%
THE Bahamian dollar is “overvalued between 10-20 per cent”, the IMF has revealed, warning that this is further eroding the economy’s cost competitiveness.
99 Haitian migrants apprehended
ROYAL Bahamas Defence Force officers apprehended 99 Haitian migrants in waters off Ragged Island Friday night.According to reports, HMBS Arthur D. Hanna spotted a Haitian sloop four miles southwest of the island. Officers searched the vessel and unco
INSIGHT: Why can’t I talk about weight?
I am a 5’9 129lb well proportioned woman in my 30s but how is a woman who is considered the ‘normal’ body weight has become an outsider in a society where obesity has become the norm?
INSIGHT: Uncertain times for European Union
DURING our lengthy visit to England recently, my wife and I were struck by the extensive coverage in the media of developments related to the European Union.
EDITORIAL: Nothing should be kept from the Bahamian people
WE agree with a statement made by Dioniso D’Aguilar last year that CTFE was an “unsuitable investment for the Bahamas.” In fact, we would go so far as to say that no touristic investment — particularly with casinos attached and having the remotest connection with Macau — should be considered desirable for the Bahamas.
Special assembly for reconstruction of Carl Oliver Track and Field Stadium
NICHOLLS Town, Andros — It was like Christmas came a couple months early for the students of the Huntley Christie High School.One day after the official announcement was made at the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, a special assembly wa
Cybots to face Crimestoppers in BGDBA best-of-5 championships
THE Bahamas Government Departmental Basketball Association’s best-of-five championships is all set. It is scheduled to begin 8pm Wednesday at AF Adderley Gymnasium and will be played between the Bamboo Shack Cybots and the Police Crimestoppers.Last n
Grant powers thunderwolves to championship
THE Lakehead University Thunderwolves were excited about the possibility of adding Leashja Grant to its frontcourt and the Bahamian forward has paid immediate dividends in their first few games of the season.Grant powered the Thunderwolves to an unde
'I've never coached a player like DeAndre'
ARIZONA Wildcats head coach Sean Miller is focusing on the expectations for the 2017-18 season and the immediate impact of a talented recruiting class highlighted by Bahamian prep superstar – DeAndre Ayton.“I’ve never coached a player like DeAndre an
Axemen win two straight
EUGENE McMinns had another efficient all-around game and helped the Acadia Axemen to their second straight win and fourth in their last five games.The Axemen improved to 4-2 and swept the season series with a 27-24 come from behind win over Bishop’s
Man dies after crash in Abaco
Police in Abaco are investigating a traffic accident which has left a 31-year-old man dead.
Pedestrian dies after two car collision
Last night police revealed another person had died after a collision between two cars on Tonique Williams Darling Highway.
Lady Truckers take commanding 2-0 lead
The Johnson’s Lady Truckers survived a scare, pulling off a marathon 19-11 slug-fest over the Lady Hitters to move into the driver’s seat in their New Providence Softball Association ladies’ best-of-five semi-final playoff series.The Lady Truckers, a
INSIGHT: Bahamas’ power solution is a must for radical change
Up the hill and right back down again—that’s the story of Bahamian electric power during the five wasted, and expensive, years of PLP Government. Dr. Minnis’ new administration is now back at square one, with a clean slate for creating a brand-new energy policy, a crucial task he must soon address if he is to retain credibility.
WORLD VIEW: Insuring the Caribbean’s future
INSURERS and re-insurers are facing major losses in the wake of the damage done in the Caribbean and the United States by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria. These losses will have a direct and immediate impact on insurance premiums across the entire Caribbean and the Eastern seaboard of the US.
Douglas Manchester will offer our nation an opportunity
Soon, the United States Senate will likely confirm Douglas Manchester as the new United States Ambassador to the Bahamas. When this happens, Manchester will offer our nation an opportunity to move forward toward prosperity.
Let the powers that be start at home
Despite our sometimes selfish ways, the average Bahamian has a big heart and is always ready to be our ‘brother’s keepers” so to speak.
Govt to be commended for assisting Dominica
I am happy to see that the strong Bahamian tradition of assisting its Caricom sister states in time of trouble continues.
Davis: Money doesn't just walk out of the treasury
INTERIM Progressive Liberal Party Leader Phillip “Brave” Davis yesterday called the Minnis administration’s inability to pinpoint $42m of $150m borrowed under the former Christie administration for hurricane repairs “the height of incompetence”.“Mone
Carey Jr signs up in France
THE next step on the pro basketball journey for Michael Carey Jr will be in France.Carey signed with Étoile Charleville-Mézières of French Basketball’s Pro B Division, the second tier level league in the country.He joins a club that, last year, achie
Dominica after Irma: ‘A never ending scene of devastation and chaos’
Bishop Gabriel Malzaire of The Roman Catholic Diocese of Roseau, Dominica gave a firsthand account of the devastation and aftermath of Hurricane Irma after he visited nine of the island’s 15 parishes, three of which were still inaccessible by road, on September 25.
Family slams PMH after relative dies
AFTER losing their matriarch to kidney failure, distraught loved ones have complained about the “substandard” dialysis services at Princess Margaret Hospital.
CORRECTION
In our Religion pages we incorrectly reported that Capt. Fernley Palmer was deceased.
Web shops: Our KYC beats all
A web shop operator yesterday dismissed that the industry is a threat to the Bahamian financial services sector, arguing: “Our Know Your Customer (KYC) is bar none higher than any”.
Poultry producer: 1,000 jobs boost from ending imports
AN Abaco poultry producer yesterday said that eliminating imports to support local producers could boost government revenues by $33 million annually, and create 1,000 direct jobs.
Hotel Association ‘think tanks’ over GB revival
THE Bahamas Hotel & Tourism Association’s (BHTA) October Board of Directors and members’ meeting became a ‘think tank’ on how to rapidly revive Grand Bahama.
Account limits best game for regulators
Dear Sir,With a Gaming Board of four private individuals, and six Government civil servants, as published on July 26, 2017, on Page 8 of your newspaper, it seems that the Board as well as the Minister need educating on the effects of the gambling law
Monday, October 9
Running breast cancer out of town -'Greatest' turnout to date for 'Paint Da Streets Pink'-
With more people than ever participating in the recent ‘Paint Da Streets Pink’, organisers are calling this year’s breast cancer awareness event their best yet.Under the theme “The Road to Pink Month”, the 2017 walkathon was hosted by the Rotaract Cl
Reunited, and it feels so good -Xavier's all-girls class of 1967 celebrates 50th anniversary-
Fifty years after they stepped through the doors of Xavier’s College for a final time, the more than 20 women who made up the graduating class of 1967 came together to celebrate a milestone reunion.They came from all of the world, and from right here
Grieving mother shares 'a little peace' of her heart - Local infant loss support group seeks to reach out to affected families -
After losing a daughter in the 36th week of pregnancy in 2014 and miscarrying after just four months in 2015, Joeranda Braynen was inspired to create an infant loss support and encouragement organisation that she calls “A Little Peace of My Heart”.It
Isn't it time to stand up for yourself?
Courage is not the absence of fear, but the realisation that some things are more important than fear. Standing up for yourself is most certainly one of those things. And by standing up for yourself, I mean standing up for your own sense of self, for
Man brought back to life after heart stops twice - Complicated 10-hour surgery saves Cayman man's life -
CAYMAN ISLANDS – A 33-year-old man is breathing again, with a sigh of relief, after the Health City Cayman Islands medical team brought him back from the brink of death.Bjorn Ebanks’ heart stopped twice and he underwent CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscita
Chemotherapy and oral care - Maintaining a beautiful smile through it all -
Most people are aware of hair loss with chemotherapy. But many don’t realise that more than one-third of people being treated for breast cancer can develop complications that affect the mouth. Pre-existing or untreated oral disease can even complicat
Poll: Adult caregivers overwhelmed and undertrained
WASHINGTON (AP) — Adult caregivers looking after aging relatives and friends have little training for their stressful roles but still find the experience rewarding, according to a poll released Thursday.The Associated Press-NORC Centre for Public Af
Small is beautiful but the law is paramount
EVENTS in Catalonia are attracting huge international attention as Spain’s most prosperous region of 7.5 million people could declare unilateral independence within days following its illegal referendum.
Sunday, October 8
Armed robbery suspects held after high-speed chase
A high-speed chase led to police taking five of six armed robbery suspects into custody on Sunday.
Man dies after being hit by car on Robinson Road
A man has died in hospital after being hit by vehicle on Robinson Road early on Saturday.
Saturday, October 7
Davis announces candidacy for PLP leadership at upcoming convention
PLP leader Philip 'Brave' Davis officially announced his candidacy for the party's leadership at its upcoming convention during a prayer breakfast on Saturday morning.
Friday, October 6
Branville McCartney to step down as DNA leader
BRANVILLE McCartney will officially step down as leader of the Democratic National Alliance on October 24th. “I am not good for the party,” he told The Tribune on Friday.
McAlpine: 'Agenda' behind negative feedback on Dominica stance
PINERIDGE MP Rev Fredrick McAlpine yesterday suggested that negative feedback directed at him for his critical stance on the government's proposed aid for Dominica, was due to "another agenda at play".
Call for government to 'make things right' over Bimini Styrofoam
BIMINI residents say they are not pleased with the pace of Styrofoam clean-ups on that island and are again calling on the government to "make things right."
NHI Authority to re-hire just 18 of 39 contract workers
THE National Health Insurance Authority announced Friday that the six-month long contracts of 39 workers have ended and only 18 of them will be re-engaged to work on a month-to-month basis.
Call for funding for women's shelter
KHANDI Gibson, president of Families of All Murders Victims, is asking members of the community to assist the organization with funding for a women's shelter that currently holds 21 women and children who were victims of abuse.
'Red-letter day' for West End as $2m community clinic opens
THE opening of a newly renovated $2-million West End Community Clinic was “a red-letter day” for the residents of West End, who for the first time will now have access to trauma and 24-hour ambulance/EMS services in their community.
Webshops insist ‘We pay our fair share’
Web shops yesterday slammed the Minister of Tourism’s “reckless” attack on the sector’s taxes and regulation, charging he was “out of touch with the industry he supervises”.
Turnquest: Real deficit $695m
THE former Christie administration was “fiscally incompetent” and placed the Bahamas in a “financial ditch,” Minister of Finance K Peter Turnquest (pictured) said yesterday while revealing the country’s deficit for the 2016-2017 fiscal year has risen to $695m.
FNM ‘hypocrisy’ over spy bill
NOT only did Official Opposition Leader Philip “Brave” Davis decry the “hypocrisy” of the Minnis administration for seeking to enact its version of the Interception of Communication Bill, but he said in the House of Assembly yesterday the administration’s tabled bill infringes on the civil liberties of Bahamians in ways the Christie administration’s Bill sought to avoid.
Hurricane funds remain untraced
THE Minnis administration has been unable to track down $42m of $150m borrowed under the former Christie administration for hurricane repairs, Finance Minister K Peter Turnquest said yesterday, revealing in Parliament officials can only give an account for $108m of the hefty loan.
‘Pay up’: students ignore loan plea
THE Education Loan Authority (ELA) is expected to resume loan services to students in the “not too distant future,” ELA Chairman Michael Foulkes disclosed yesterday, adding the entity has also commenced legal action in the Supreme Court against delinquent borrowers and guarantors to recover the more than $150m it is owed.
First physician volunteers step up to help Dominica
AT LEAST five physicians have answered the call by Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis to offer assistance in view of the devastated medical services in Dominica, Health Minister Dr Duane Sands said yesterday.
Medical Association president says Minister's NHI statements 'confusing'
MEDICAL Association of the Bahamas President Dr Sy Pierre yesterday called Health Minister Dr Duane Sands’ proclamation that a revised National Health Insurance scheme will be relaunched before year-end “confusing.”Calling on Dr Sands to clarify the
AML Foods unveils 5-year growth plan
AML Foods is targeting two new stores in southern New Providence within the next five years, while also scouting for a “more modern” location for its Cost Right Nassau outlet.Franklyn Butler II, the BISX-listed food and franchise group’s chairman, to
Flag football this weekend
Bahamas Flag Football League is all set to host its 8th annual tournament this Saturday and Sunday at the Winton rugby pitch. A total of 13 male and female teams from Freeport and Nassau are expected to compete in a three-game guarantee tournament wi
Govt needs 'more creativity' with permanent residency
A top realtor yesterday urged the Government to be “a little more creative” with permanent residency by using it to stimulate economic activity on depressed Bahamian islands.George Damianos, Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty’s president, told T
BDB given 3 years to be 'self-sufficient'
The Bahamas Development Bank must become “self-sufficient” by 2020, which is when the Government will cease contributing $3 million annually towards its bond interest payments.K P Turnquest, the deputy prime minister, told the House of Assembly that
VAT's 'limited ability' to further cut deficit
Value-Added Tax (VAT) is already operating at “peak efficiency” and has “limited” ability to further narrow the Bahamas’ near-$700 million fiscal deficit without major spending cuts.The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), in a paper released yeste
jonquel jonesto join flamein china duringthe offseason
HER last offseason post propelled Jonquel Jones into becoming the WNBA’s Most Improved Player, an All-Star and an All-WNBA Second Team selection, leaving fans and pundits eager to see what this offseason will bring.Jones’ offseason commitments will t
THE FINISH LINE: Sailors Holowesko and McKinney following in footsteps of 'Sea Wolf'
EVEN as icon Sir Durward ‘Sea Wolf’ Knowles is still making headlines at home long past his retirement, the sport of sailing continues to sail on with the distinguished performances from Mark Holowesko and Gavin McKinney.One month after McKinney made
Deputy PM defends govt paying 'a lot of money' to catastrophic insurance fund
FINANCE Minister K Peter Turnquest defended the Minnis administration’s decision to pay “a lot of money” for policy coverage under the Caribbean Catastrophic Risk Insurance Facility even though it did not meet the deductible, affecting the payout received for Hurricane Irma related damage.
Chester Cooper Needs a Foot-in-Mouth Policy
Until recently the public could have been tempted to look upon Chester Cooper as a master of the insurance business and a student of politics. After his numerous bewildering utterances, we must rethink that position. He has come across as new to the insurance business, despite his years in it, and as an overly ambitious opportunist way out of his depth in politics.
Miss World Bahamas aims to bring ‘Hope to the Homeless’
MISS World Bahamas Geena Thompson is on a mission to help homeless persons.
A COMIC'S VIEW: FNM has set the bar high for 'spin doctoring'
THIS past week saw Minister for Transport and Local Government Frankie Campbell quash all allegations that he has dual citizenship during an address in the House of Assembly. Mr. Campbell also reiterated that he has never pledged allegiance to any c
BPL disconnectors 'facing threats' after 'bribe' claims
BAHAMAS Power and Light disconnectors are facing harsh criticism and in some cases threats from consumers in the wake of remarks by BPL Chairwoman Darnell Osborne, who recently said 40 per cent of disconnected customers were being reconnected illegal
AG's office agrees to proposal by Freddie Ramsey's attorneys
THE OFFICE of the Attorney General yesterday agreed to a proposal by attorneys for Freddie Solomon Ramsey to have their client satisfy his $200,000 plus repayment of ill-gotten gains order to the Bahamas Electricity Corporation via the transfer of la
TEXT FOR THE CURE: BTC and Cancer Society team up for Breast Cancer Awareness
THE month of October has been designated to enhance the awareness of breast cancer. For several years, BTC has joined with various groups to promote prevention methods and share the stories of those that have been touched by cancer over the years.BTC
PASO’s $200,000 grant to rebuild North Andros track
The Pan American Sports Organisation (PASO) has agreed to provide the Bahamas Olympic Committee with a grant for $200,000 for the reconstruction of a track and field facility at the Carl Oliver Stadium on the ground of the Huntley Christie High School in Nicholl’s Town, North Andros.
Celebrity artist's portrait is a hit with Nicki Minaj
Celebrity artist and The Tribune’s cartoonist Jamaal Rolle (pictured) has an army of fans and how he can add Nicki Minaj to their ranks.Jamaal recently painted Minaj’s portrait using Mac make-up and after seeing it on his Instagram page the star was
Commonwealth Bank makes $25,000 donation to aid hurricane victims
COMMONWEALTH Bank donated $25,000 to the Bahamas Red Cross to aid Hurricane Irma victims.At a press conference on Thursday, Jacqueline Farrington, Commonwealth Bank vice-president of internal audit, said the bank was pleased to present the Red Cross
Young triathletes in CARIFTA Triathlon and Aquathon Championships
IN April, Caribbean triathlon federations, including Bahamas Triathlon Association (BTA), met in Miami with the intention of implementing the first ever CARIFTA Triathlon and Aquathon Championships.
Cost of doctor’s report
I am deeply concerned with the way that doctors are allowed to charge for a report after a patient has paid to see the doctor reference to a particular illness or injury.
Bahamas urged: Show you're not a 'tax haven'
The Bahamas must aggressively demonstrate and market that it is not an ‘offshore tax haven’, a US tax attorney yesterday saying this nation is “fighting perception more often than reality”.Caroline Ciraolo, a former US Department of Justice Tax Divis
IAN FERGUON: Be sensitive to millennial needs
Current global research indicates that millennials (persons born between 1982 and 1998) will account for 50 per cent of the total global workforce by 2020. There is no way of avoiding the large number of young people that are flooding into the workpl
Chamber chief: ICT can be next economic pillar 'without fail'
A private sector executive yesterday said information and communications technologies (ICT) can become the next pillar of the Bahamian economy “without fail”.Edison Sumner, the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation’s (BCCEC) chief e
Medical centre relaunches with specialist providers
The MedNet Group of Companies, headed by Dr Charles Diggiss, has re-launched the Centreville Medical Centre (CMC) at the corner of Collins Avenue and Sixth Terrace.Services available include The Women’s Specialist Medical Centre; Ritecare Clinics for
BTC to further grow franchise network
The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) will continue to expand and strengthening its franchise store network, a senior executive yesterday saying this demonstrated its commitment to small businesses.Carlyle Roberts, BTC’s vice-president for ent
Mall at Marathon Celebrates 28th anniversary
THE Mall at Marathon celebrated its 28th anniversary in grand style with a mall-wide sidewalk sale that culminated on Saturday.There was a live band, karaoke entertainment, free balloons and face-painting. Pictured at the annual cake-cutting ceremony
Thursday, October 5
Gaming board execs on $200k
THE Minnis administration is in the process of terminating executives and paying them out of their hefty contracts at the Gaming Board, Tourism Minister Dionisio ‘Aguilar confirmed, revealing there have been no audited financials since 2015 and infighting is common practice at the “dysfunctional” organisation.
Numbers houses may face tax hike
AS people increasingly use gaming houses as a means to move money in view of some clearing banks closing branches throughout the Bahamas, there is worry that this unregulated activity may put the country on an international “black list,” affecting the stability of the country’s banking sector, Tourism Minister Dionisio D’Aguilar told Parliament yesterday.
Terror of locals in Las Vegas massacre
WHEN Hilton Bowleg arrived at the Paris Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas at 9pm on Sunday he had no idea that about one hour later he would be running for his life in the hotel casino as bullets rained down on concert-goers blocks away on the Vegas Strip.
Promotions left force ‘top heavy’
AN audit of manpower in the Royal Bahamas Police Force reveals the institution is top-heavy with recent promotional exercises placing a burden on the performance of the force, National Security Minister Marvin Dames (pictured) said in the House of Assembly yesterday.
Kessinger murder: Islander charged
A 27-year-old Cat Island native who was arraigned in Magistrate’s Court yesterday charged with robbing at knifepoint and murdering an elderly American woman on that island, claimed he was the victim of police brutality while in custody.
Bahamasair: $22m loss maker guilty of predatory pricing
The Minister of Tourism’s recognition that Bahamasair’s multi-million dollar taxpayer subsidies enable it to undercut rivals was yesterday branded “critical to the survival” of private Bahamian airlines.
Frankie Campbell shoots down dual citizenship speculation
BUOYED by the encouraging cheers of his colleagues, Transport and Local Government Minister Frankie Campbell shot down speculation in the House of Assembly yesterday that he has dual citizenship, declaring he has never pledged allegiance to any country but the Bahamas, nor has he ever had a travel document in the name of any other country.
Man dies two weeks after being shot
A 39-year-old man died in hospital early Wednesday morning after being shot two weeks ago.
Sir Franklyn: Homeowner Protect Act 'a real disaster'
Arawak Homes chairman yesterday urged the Government to “urgently review” the Homeowners Protection Act, branding it “a real disaster” for the Bahamas’ struggling mortgage market.Sir Franklyn Wilson, a well-known Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) suppo
On the Virtues of Strong Island Rope: Toward A Truly Bahamian Climate Change Policy
AS Bahamians debate, in a disappointing but not-so-unexpected xenophobic fashion, the virtue of inviting those who have suffered tremendous loss during the string of hurricanes that ravaged our Caribbean neighbours, I would like us to pause and think
Realtor fear on 50% permanent residency rise
Realtors last night described the Government’s revised plans to increase the permanent residency threshold by 50 per cent, from $500,000 to $750,000, as “bad news” and something to “head off”.Brent Symonette, minister of financial services, yesterday
31 RECEIVE GOLD AWARD AS GGYA TURNS 30
IT took less than an hour to bring to an auspicious end an epic, three-year journey which saw 31 students develop from awkward teens into confident young adults. On Thursday, September 28, Governor General Dame Marguerite Pindling presented the youth
ALIV to sponsor Cultural Wine and Food Festival
ALIV has come on board for a second straight year to provide sponsorship to the 22nd annual International Cultural Wine and Food Festival.An official announcement was made on Tuesday at ALIV’s headquarters where the ICWFF committee held its official
Domestic Tourist and Bahamas Out Islands Promotion Board looking for the write stuff
THE Domestic Tourist and the Bahama Out Islands Promotion Board (BOIPB) are teaming up to empower budding Bahamian travel writers with a new writing internship opportunity. Ten writers from across the country will be selected to write for the BOIPB
Small business owners hit out at new importation rules at Freeport harbour
A group of small business owners on Grand Bahama said Wednesday they are significantly affected by the new rules and regulations imposed by the government concerning the importation of goods at the Freeport Harbour.Having to deal with an already depr
Scotiabank on board for the Conchman Triathlon
THE 31st Annual Conchman Triathlon is scheduled to take place in Grand Bahama on November 4, and Scotiabank has come on board again, but as the exclusive sponsor of the run segment this year.Bruno Styles, manager of Scotiabank Freeport, said the fina
Michael Dingman: a man who chased new horizons
Michael D. Dingman, the corporate leader, financier and philanthropist who organized what at the time was the largest initial public stock offering in U.S. history, died October 3 at his home in Lyford Cay, The Bahamas. He was 86 and Shipston Group L
Report: 'Poor decision making' contributed to Sky Bahamas crash landing in 2013
THE Air Accident Investigation Department has ruled the decision by crew to initiate and continue an instrument approach into “clearly identified thunderstorm activity” likely led to the 2013 crash landing of a Sky Bahamas Saab 340 in Marsh Harbour,
Studies into life at Department of Correctional Services revealed
THE findings of various research studies carried out on the elements of life at the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services were yesterday presented and detailed during a one day symposium hosted at the University of the Bahamas.Researchers, guid
PRO BOXER SANDS TO SQUARE OFF WITH AMERICAN
BAHAMIAN heavyweight Amron Sands has learned the opponent for his next pro bout.Sands will face American Gary Kelly October 28 at Ice Entertainment’s “The Beginning” hosted at the Cocoa Beach Sports Complex in Cocoa Beach, Florida.The card will featu
Minister contradicts Sebas with money transfer 'blacklist'
The Minister of Tourism yesterday contradicted Sebas Bastian, Island Luck’s principal, by suggesting the Bahamas’ could again be ‘blacklisted’ through web shops acting as unregulated money transfer businesses.Dionisio D’Aguilar, in an address to the
McPhee-McCuin, Dolphins look to win rings
IN her fifth year at the helm of the Jacksonville University Dolphins’ women’s basketball programme, Yolett McPhee-McCuin has set the bar high once again for the 2017-18 campaign.“Like every year the end goal is to win a championship,” she said after
Fox recognised as Rays' baserunner of the year
THE Tampa Bay Rays lauded Lucius Fox and several of his minor league counterparts for their standout performances over the course of the season.Fox was recognised as the organisation’s Baserunner of the Year. His 30 stolen bases ranked second among R
Robinson 'just lining balls' with Diamondbacks
BOTH Kristian Robinson and the Arizona Diamondbacks had an opportunity to look ahead into the prospect of the future when he got an opportunity to hit in a major league ball park.Robinson, the team’s top international signee, and Pavin Smith, the tea
Tourism flat-lines as yields off 28% since millennium
A 28 per cent decline in per tourist spending yields since 2000 has resulted in “no growth” this century in the Bahamas’ largest industry, the Minister of Tourism revealed yesterday.Dionisio D’Aguilar told the House of Assembly that the decline in pe
Court-appointed lawyer for man challenging 30-year sentence
A MAN seeking to challenge his 30-year sentence for manslaughter in connection with a fatal stabbing incident that occurred in 2013 will receive a court-appointed lawyer for his appeal application.
EDITORIAL: Some suggestions to get our crime under control
IN THIS column yesterday we commented on this country’s mushrooming crime problem.
William Brown is named Ministry of Works 2017 Employee of the Year
WILLIAM Brown is the 2017 Employee of the Year at the Ministry of Public Works.A clerk in the Architectural Section, he was selected from among 18 nominees who were celebrated during an Employee of the Year Awards Luncheon at the British Colonial Hil
Week 5: Naughty's NFL Picks
THE bye weeks are upon us so Atlanta, Denver, New Orleans and Washington will all be off this week.
A severe lack of critical thinking in education
I am in favour of The Bahamas helping out Dominica.
Death penalty does not work in reducing crime
IT was rewarding to read this thoughtful editorial.
Bahamas to chair tourism's Commission for Americas
The Bahamas has been elected as Commission for the Americas (CAM) president by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO).Dionisio D’Aguilar, minister of tourism, will assume the seat for the next two years following the 22nd session Gener
Baha Mar marketed at invitation-only forum
Baha Mar recently attended the invitation-only 2017 ILTM North America conference, where it introduced the $4.2 billion destination resort to travel agents, journalists and advisors from the Western Hemisphere.“The executive team was honoured to intr
Commission teams with Ministry on financial literacy programme
The Securities Commission has partnered with the Ministry of Education (MOE) to develop and launch a financial literacy/investor education pilot study in the Bahamas.The pilot study, which is being launched this week, is designed to test the delivery
KPMG Bahamas to sponsor regional infrastructure forum
KPMG Bahamas yesterday said it will be a title sponsor of the Caribbean Infrastructure Forum (CARIF), which will be held from December 11-12 in Montego Bay, Jamaica.Following successful KPMG Island Infrastructure summits in 2011, 2013 and 2015, the a
Promotion Board 'playing cards dealt' on airlift fix
The Out Island Promotion Board yesterday said it was “playing the cards we have been dealt” in trying to boost tourism prior to fixing airlift connectivity.Kerry Fountain, its executive director, said “the biggest impediment to growth” in the souther
Financial executives urged to 'change Bahamas perceptions'
Financial services industry executives yesterday expressed optimism over the sector’s future, arguing that this nation needs to “change the perception about doing business in the Bahamas”.Michelle Neville-Clarke, a partner at Lenox Paton, speaking as
Govt agrees Nassau harbour boardwalk
The Government has agreed to the construction of a boardwalk along the Nassau harbourfront, the Minister of Tourism yesterday expressing hope this will spark downtown’s redevelopment.Dionisio D’Aguilar, addressing a Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Em
Wednesday, October 4
Suspect accuses police of beatings
AN attorney for a 21-year-old man accused of murdering another man in the Farrington Road area last month, claimed his client was beaten to the point of vomiting blood while in police custody.
Officers’ overtime finally paid out
POLICE Staff Association Chairman Sgt Sonny Miller has confirmed more than 1,800 officers have received, in part or in full, overtime payments stemming from 12-hour shifts worked in 2013 and 2014.
Gibson case heads to Supreme Court
THE number of bribery and extortion related charges against former Labour and National Insurance Minister Shane Gibson has decreased to 31, though the amount he is alleged to have solicited from Jonathan Ash remains the same, according to Crown prosecutors.
‘Devastated beyond words’
JANICE Mildred Kessinger’s daughters say they are “devastated beyond words” by their mother’s murder in Cat Island, a community where she was fully embedded and committed herself to its advancement for the last 17 years.
DPM: ‘No comfort’ from $9m first-month surplus
The Deputy Prime Minister yesterday said he “takes no comfort” in the $9.1 million Budget surplus achieved by the Government for the 2017-2018 fiscal year’s first month.
Medical aid to be volunteers
HEALTH Minister Dr Duane Sands said yesterday the government intends to recruit medical professionals on a voluntary basis to assist Dominica.
Tourism softness: Nassau/PI room revenues off 7%
Hotel room revenues on Nassau/Paradise Island fell by 7 per cent year-over-year to end-July 2017, amid warnings of “sustained softness in tourism”.The Central Bank of the Bahamas, in its monthly economic report for August, said data from a group of m
Top golfers in world on par for the Hero World Challenge at Albany
THE majority of the field is set for the 2017 Hero World Challenge, which is scheduled for November 30 to December 3 at Albany, Bahamas. The invitation-only PGA TOUR event will once again feature the world’s top-ranked golfers competing for a $3.5 mi
'No way in hell' Bahamas can relax on higher GDP
There is “no way in hell” that the Bahamas can take comfort in its improved fiscal ratios via the upward revisions to GDP data, a governance reformer warned yesterday.Robert Myers, a principal with the Organisation for Responsible Governance (ORG), t
Miller on boxing: It isn't that easy to turn over presidency
WELLINGTON Miller has served as president of the Bahamas Amateur Boxing Federation since 2000. But while he’s ready to turn over the reigns to his successor, he admits that the process is not that easy.After revisiting their constitution two years ag
BAHAMAS OLYMPIC COMMITTEE ELECTIONS ALL SET FOR NOVEMBER
ON November 16, the Bahamas Olympic Committee will go to the polls to elect the next executive team to administrate the affairs of the top national sporting body in the country.Incumbent Wellington Miller has not made a decision yet on whether or not
Cartwright books ticket to main draw
After falling short in her first two tournaments in her return to the United States, Kerrie Cartwright booked her ticket to the main draw of the $15,000 Hilton Head Island in the first of three consecutive tournaments in South Carolina this month.The
NPSA playoffs rained out
THE opening matches in the New Providence Softball Association’s playoffs got rained out last night. The league announced that weather permitting, the games will be played tonight.The second place Platinum Pool Lady Sharks, who posted a 13-7 win-loss
Sebas: Web shops 'least likely' to pose financial crime risk
Island Luck’s principal yesterday said web shops were the “least likely” sector to pose money laundering risks, as he slammed claims its legalisation had endangered the wider financial services industry.Sebas Bastian hit back at financial services ex
Govt 'not resting on laurels' over GDP increases
The Deputy Prime Minister yesterday pledged that the Government “will not rest on our laurels” despite the improved fiscal ratios resulting from revised GDP growth figures.K P Turnquest told Tribune Business that the Minnis administration would not s
Police Interceptors rout RBDF Cannons 21-10
THE Bahamas Government Departmental Softball Association continued its regular season action at the Baillou Hills Sporting Complex over the weekend with the Police Interceptors men’s team highlighting the action, winning a pair of games.On Saturday,
Pastor’s pain after fire destroys his church
POWERHOUSE Deliverance Apostolic Global Ministries was completely destroyed by fire yesterday, its Pastor Julius Kemp told The Tribune, leaving him deeply pained to see what is left of the edifice.
PM ‘not offended’ by McAlpine comments on Dominica help
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis was not offended by the contribution of Pineridge MP Frederick McAlpine in the House of Assembly last week in which he questioned the government’s plans for helping Dominica in the wake of Hurricane Maria, Press Secretary Anthony Newbold suggested yesterday.
‘Fake News’ about crimes prompts police plea for online responsibility
SENIOR Assistant Commissioner of Police Stephen Dean has appealed to members of the public to “be more responsible while online” after he said a series of false murder reports and other “fake news” about serious crimes has caused the public “unnecessary panic and stress.”
CULTURE CLASH: Violence breeds violence and it begins in the home
Crime is never off our minds for very long. News reports, stories from friends, social media evidence and personal experiences guarantee our awareness and vigilance.
No 'resting on their laurels' for the world's leading ship repair facility
ALTHOUGH Grand Bahama Shipyard is the leading ship repair facility in the world, officials there are not “resting on their laurels” because new competitors have now emerged in the Caribbean.Linda Turnquest, chief financial officer at GBSY, said the f
My experience at Accident and Emergency
After reading an article in The Tribune, about how tourists were treated at the Rand Memorial Hospital in Grand Bahama, I decided to write about my experience at Accident & Emergency at Princess Margaret Hospital in Nassau.
Applause for Minnis’ Humanitarian Gesture
Events well beyond our borders can shape the term of any government for better or for worse.
EDITORIAL: How can today’s growing crime be controlled?
CRIME! Is there a solution? Will there ever be a solution?
CIBC's 'walk for the Cure' fundraiser
MORE than 400 early morning risers jostling for front line position were etched against the night sky as a voice proclaiming, “Walk for the Cure” signaled the start of the 6th annual CIBC FirstCaribbean cancer awareness fundraiser Sunday morning.Part
'No new immigration policies' for Dominicans
THERE will be no new immigration policies enacted to accommodate Dominicans citizens temporarily relocating to the Bahamas, according to Immigration Minister Brent Symonette who yesterday confirmed the government is considering various classification
Six in custody over suspected human smuggling operation
IMMIGRATION officials on Grand Bahama broke up a suspected human smuggling operation over the weekend in the Lucaya area, where some six people were taken into custody. Immigration officer Napthali Cooper said three Dominicans and three Brazilians w
Uncertainty over progress on capital punishment plans
PRESS Secretary Anthony Newbold said Tuesday he does not know if the Minnis administration has made progress in its plans to allow capital punishment to be resumed in the Bahamas.After demanding in opposition that the law on capital punishment be enf
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Realtor expands its global sales reach
A Bahamian real estate company has expanded its international services with the appointment of multi-linguist Bobby Chen to its sales team.Mike Lightbourn, Coldwell Banker Lightbourn Realty’s president, said Mr Chen was fluent in English, Mandarin, C
GB medical facility offers new treatment
A Grand Bahama-based medical facility yesterday unveiled a new treatment for patients with diffuse scleroderma.The Okyanos Center for Regenerative Medicine announced it is offering a new and advanced protocol, based on the STAR clinical trial, which
Bahamian fishing lodges 'left out'
Bahamian fly-fishing lodge owners yesterday said an inability to access capital and lack of government support had made it difficult to compete with foreign rivals, with one saying: “We are being left out.”Shawn Leadon, of Andros Outdoor Adventures,
Tuesday, October 3
Cabinet meets back in Churchill Building after restoration work completed
THE Cabinet met in the Cabinet Room of the Churchill Building for the first time yesterday since the building underwent restoration after Hurricane Matthew, which hit the Bahamas in October 2016.During restoration, the Cabinet met at the Office of th
Lloyd: attacks on aid unchristian
EDUCATION Minister Jeffery Lloyd has criticised those opposing the government’s decision to accommodate Dominican students and others following the destruction Hurricane Maria brought to their country, challenging naysayers to re-evaluate their Christian values and decide “for ourselves if we want to live it or we want to just talk it.”
Islanders’ fury over US woman’s murder
THE murder of 74-year-old American Janice Mildred Kessinger has left her home community of Pigeon Cay in Cat Island “reeling,” a friend of the victim told The Tribune yesterday, adding the tragedy has left residents terrified and afraid to carry out their daily activities.
Minnis: Our duty to help Dominica
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday pledged to send physicians to Dominica to assist with medical services after he and a delegation witnessed firsthand the widespread devastation wrought on the storm-ravaged island nation.
FNM faces three-way fight for party chair
THE FNM may face a three-way battle for the party’s leadership when members vote for a new chairman in an internal election later this month.
Finance chief let go ahead of audit
JOHN Bain, the chief financial officer at the Gaming Board, was terminated last week, The Tribune understands.
Bahamian fish lodges, guides 'catching hell'
Bahamian bone-fishing lodge owners and guides in the southern Bahamas yesterday said they were “catching hell”, with some alleging that business is being steered to foreign-owned rivals.Nevin Knowles, owner of the Long Island Bone-fishing Lodge, argu
Off to slow start? Naughty's Fantasy Football Quick Fix
WITH the first month of the NFL season in the books, it’s time for serious fantasy managers to start shaking things up if they are off to a slow start, 0-4 or 1-3 perhaps?It’s time to make smart, critical moves. Use your head not your hearts to solid
'Wait was well worth it' for Stephen Dillet Primary School
STUDENTS and faculty of the Stephen Dillet Primary School were finally permitted to return to their Windsor Road campus yesterday following a lengthy and difficult renovations exercise.Education Minister Jeffery Lloyd, who led members of the press an
#FIXGRANDBAHAMA aims to bring awareness to island's problems
THE “Fix Grand Bahama” hashtag is gaining momentum on social media to bring awareness to the depressed economic state of the island. Many persons residing on Grand Bahama are sharing the hashtag on Facebook and asking others to join in.With Grand B
Tricks to almost being the perfect mum
Your house is spotless, your children are well behaved, and every night there’s a beautiful home-cooked meal on the table. Just how do you do it?The answer: You don’t. From 1960s how-to guides portraying the perfect mother to today’s Pinterest-crazed
UB Mingoes bounce back, get revenge in 7-0 shutout of Suns
IN their quest to gain entry into the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Sun Belt Conference, the University of the Bahamas Mingoes took their first trip to Florida to play against some of the teams they possibly face if accepte
Sailing: Mark Holowesko clinches major title in france
AFTER finishing up as runner-up to fellow Bahamian Gavin McKinney last month at the International 5.5 Metre Class Association’s 2017 World Championships in Benodet, France, Mark Holowesko clinched his major international title at the Régates Royales
Governor: 'Great concern' remains over bank access
The Central Bank’s governor yesterday said correspondent bank ‘de-risking’ remains a “great concern”, given that the Bahamas’ current economic viability depends on these relationships.John Rolle told Tribune Business that the regulator had seen no fu
Minister's final decision on 'can of worms' fear
The Minister of Transport must make “the final decision” on whether to approve the introduction of ground transport provider fees at Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA), Tribune Business was told yesterday.Ross Smith, the Road Traffic Depart
AG: Concerns in my office were never mentioned to me
ATTORNEY General Carl Bethel said yesterday he was “surprised” to learn there were concerns in his office regarding salary increases and back pay when no one “including the prosecutor who raised the matter with the prime minister,” has “never once” m
Web shop legalisation may 'decimate' financial services
The Bahamian financial services industry could be “decimated” if global regulators ever wake-up to how the web shop industry was legalised, a businessman said yesterday.Paul Moss, Dominion Management Services’ president, told Tribune Business that th
Union chief '110% confident' in Govt on Grand Lucayan
A trade union leader has expressed “110 per cent confidence” in the Minnis administration’s ability to resolve the year-long Grand Lucayan impasse.Michelle Dorsett, whose Commonwealth Union of Hotel Services and Allied Workers represents the resort’s
Brackets released for inaugural Islands of the Bahamas Showcase
THE brackets have been released for the inaugural Islands of the Bahamas Showcase and a stacked field of recent NCAA Tournament participants are slated to compete.Eight elite mid-major NCAA Division programmes will participate in the early season tou
Buddy and Kings tip off NBA preseason
FOLLOWING six days of an intense training camp, Buddy Hield and the Sacramento Kings tipped off the NBA preseason as they continue to refine rotations and style of play for the upcoming 2017-18 campaign.Prior to the Kings hosting the San Antonio Spur
Be positive about change and give back
RAQUEL PINDER’S Beauty Beyond Feelings organisation recently delivered yet another sold out show - hosting a “Dear Future Me” themed conference at the British Colonial Hilton.As the owner of her very own hairstyling company, Styles By Kelly P, Raquel
School boardelections to be held on October 30
NEWLY appointed Parliamentary Commissioner Philip Turner yesterday announced that his office will conduct school board elections for 64 of the 172 public schools on October 30.Mr Turner, who was appointed to the post of parliamentary commissioner on
36 arrests in anti-crime operation
POLICE conducted an island wide anti-crime operation over the weekend which saw a large contingent of officers from the Uniform Division fan out across New Providence.As a result, 36 people were arrested for a number of major and minor offences. Duri
CIBC FirstCaribbean donates vital fire pump to Dominica
IN the aftermath of the passage of Hurricane Maria, the local fire brigade in Dominica has been pressed into service for much of the clean-up and restoration, along with its day-to-day firefighting duties in the capital of Roseau and beyond.UrgentLas
Shaunae is a class act on schools tour
BTC endorsed athlete and Olympic gold medalist, Shaunae Miller-Uibo was in town a week ago, and she toured several schools sharing an inspiring message.Mrs Miller-Uibo’s tour started with her meeting BTC’s new interim CEO Dexter Cartwright, then movi
Possible withdrawal of charges adjourned after virtual complainant fails to appear in court
THE CROWN’S possible withdrawal of charges against two brothers accused of abducting a woman by throwing her into the trunk of a car was adjourned for another three weeks after the virtual complainant failed to appear before court to testify, The Tri
EDITORIAL: Our Sister’s Keeper
AS Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis led a delegation to Dominica yesterday to view firsthand the devastation left by Hurricane Irma, we wondered how anyone could be so cold, so callous, so hard-hearted as to believe that by helping others we deprive ourselves of the ability to help Bahamians.
Fred Mitchell’s hypocrisy on Dominica
In two non-consecutive terms as Foreign Minister, Fred Mitchell never passed up an opportunity to travel to the Caribbean or to wave the Caricom flag.
Advisors left the PM out to dry
Remember the “Bend or break” speech? Remember the “I will prosecute their backsides to jail”? Sir Lynden Pindling and Sir Cecil Wallace Whitfield....comments never forgotten.
Robinson wins first amateur golf title
Devaughn Robinson, preparing for the United States Mid Amateur Championships this weekend in Atlanta, Georgia, pulled off a major victory over the weekend as he clinched his first title at the Greater Houston City Amateur Championships at the Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston, Texas.
BGDBA postseason opens
THE Bahamas Government Departmental Basketball Association opened its postseason on Saturday night with all eight playoff teams playing in the four games at the AF Adderley Gymnasium.• Results of the games were as follows:Bamboo Shack Cybots def. the
Doing something could save someone's life
IN EFFORT to further promote community awareness, the Atlantis Health and Safety Department team last Saturday hosted a successful CPR Training event at the Southwest Plaza.“It was in the year 2010 when the Health and Safety department recognised the
Bahamian passes securities exam
Michael Reckley has passed the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) after studying with the Nassau-based Securities Training Institute (STI).Bettina Albury, STI’s general manager, said: “Our CSC workshops provide financial professionals with knowledge of
'Terrible' connectivity undermines southern Bahamas' tourism
Tourism activity in the southern Bahamas has “definitely been down”, the Bahamas Out Island Promotion Board’s (BOIPB) executive director yesterday blaming this on “terrible” airlift connectivity. Kerry Fountain told Tribune Business that the Board wi
Baha Mar gets top marketing honours
Baha Mar yesterday said it had received Gold and Silver honours for excellence in destination marketing at the 2017 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards.Baha Mar’s ‘grand opening’ campaign was recognised with a Gold Award in Destination Marketing – Advertis
Bahamas' strong attendance at STEP conference critical
The Bahamas’ focus on private wealth management meant a strong presence at this year’s STEP Latin America (LATAM) conference was essential, a local executive said yesterday.More than 20 persons from the Bahamas attended the Society of Trust and Estat
Real estate duo team to give 'Elite' service
Two real estate veterans have teamed up to offer international clients a special experience when acquiring Bahamian real estate.Silvina Andrews and Ana Elisa Wassitsch came up with Elite Properties Bahamas while developing ideas on how to better serv
Monday, October 2
'I'm going to die': High-rise gunman kills 59 in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The rapid-fire popping sounded like firecrackers at first, and many in the crowd of 22,000 country music fans didn't understand what was happening when the band stopped playing and singer Jason Aldean bolted off the stage.
Eugene’s killing: Man in custody
POLICE are questioning a man in connection with last week’s double shooting, which led to the death of eight-year-old Eugene Woodside Jr and a man in his twenties.
Backpay demand for AG’s lawyers
LAWYERS in the Office of the Attorney General haven’t received increments and salary increases in accordance with the industrial agreement the government signed with the Bahamas Public Service Union in 2013 and they’ve now taken their fight for what they believe is owed them to the Office of the Prime MInister.
PM insists Campbell no dual citizenship
TRANSPORT and Aviation Minister Frankie Campbell does not have a Haitian passport, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis told The Tribune yesterday.
McAlpine wanted seat in Cabinet
PINERIDGE MP Rev Frederick McAlpine admits while he was disappointed initially about not being appointed to the Cabinet, he now sees it as “a blessing in disguise” so he can better serve and help the people of his constituency.
IMF: Bahamas bank fees rise up to 186%
Bahamian banks have increased fees for cross-border transactions by as much as 186 per cent over the last five years, due to growing pressure on their international ties.
Oil explorer's boost for 'faster' farm-in partner conclusion
A Bahamas-based oil explorer’s push for a “faster” conclusion to its joint venture partner search has been boosted by industry developments impacting the Caribbean.Simon Potter, Bahamas Petroleum Company’s (BPC) chief executive, told Tribune Business
CAC Bodybuilding Championships cancelled
DUE to the passing of Hurricanes Irma and Maria and the devastation left behind in the region, including host Mexico that was hit by two earthquakes, the Central American and Caribbean Bodybuilding Championships was cancelled over the weekend.But Joe
Hotel Corp bids to 'aggressively sell' last resort property
The Hotel Corporation is moving “to aggressively sell” its last-remaining resort property, and complete the 25-year process to cease Government ownership in the hotel industry.Dionisio D’Aguilar, minister of tourism, told Tribune Business that the Go
General insurers fear Govt 'over-regulation'
Bahamian general insurers fear the Government will “over-regulate a risk that doesn’t exist” with proposed changes to anti-money laundering regulations.Senior executives told Tribune Business they wanted to ensure the Minnis administration “thinks be
Bran: BPL, Water no disconnect lists a ‘damn disgrace’
The Democratic National Alliance’s (DNA) leader has slammed as a “damn disgrace” the ‘do no disconnect’ lists at BPL and the Water & Sewerage Corporation, recalling how one of his businesses was almost cut-off over a $100 balance.
Coach Evans fired amid FBI investigation into bribery
Amid an FBI investigation into bribery and corruption surrounding college basketball, Lamont Evans has been fired as an associate head coach by Oklahoma State University.Evans, an Eleuthera native, was one of 10 people - including four NCAA assistant
NPSA post season starts this week
THE New Providence Softball Association closed out its regular season over the weekend and will now get ready for the start of the post season in the Banker’s Field at the Baillou Hills Sporting Complex on Tuesday night.In the much anticipated match-
Eugene McMinns named Subway Player of theGame in Axemen's 33-14 victory over Mounties
THE Acadia Axemen returned to the field following a bye week and Eugene McMinns returned to form as one of the team’s leading playmakers.The senior wide recevier was named the Subway Player of the Game in the Axemen’s 33-14 win over the Mount Allison
Elite Tennis Programme set for Tuesday launch
FROM the time he retired in 2016, former touring pro Mark Knowles said his intention was to come home and contribute to the sport of tennis.Now is the ideal time.On Tuesday, Knowles will launch his Mark Knowles Elite Tennis Programme that will be a p
Miller: Govt should explain what sparked WSC audit
THE government should explain outright what sparked a forensic audit into the Water and Sewerage Corporation and the placement of two executives on administrative leave, former WSC Chairman Leslie Miller said yesterday, telling The Tribune he was “shocked” to learn of the situation at the water provider.
New version of legislation 'different from last govt'
STATE Minister for Legal Affairs Elsworth Johnson said the way the Minnis administration has introduced its Interception of Communication Bill is different from how the Christie administration did so with their version of the legislation, saying the
ROBERTS: Where were PM's tears for other storm victims?
PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party Chairman Bradley Roberts said while many Bahamians are concerned about the plight of Dominicans, whose island has been devastated by Hurricane Maria, they also question where were Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis’ tears for
Man shot by police
A MAN is in hospital after he was shot by police during a confrontation on Saturday night.Police said the incident occurred after 8pm when police were patrolling the area of Montrose Avenue and Wulff Road, however police did not give further details.
Dominicans in the Bahamas join together to provide relief
WITH some of their families and friends displaced by Hurricane Maria, Dominicans living in the Bahamas are banding together to provide relief for those in need.“I have cousins right now who are living in their cars because their home is destroyed and
WORLD VIEW: Caribbean states will not shut up or be shut out
THE rights of Caribbean states in the international community are once again being threatened. This time the spokesman is an adjunct professor at Johns Hopkins University, Benjamin N. Gedan, who wrote an Opinion piece published by the Wall Street Journal on September 25 entitled: “For Venezuela’s Sake, Dismantle the Organization of American States. Tiny Caribbean states have outsize power, and many are in thrall to the Caracas regime.”
POLICE ADVICE: Proper parenting will help prevent crime
IF we want to stop violence, we need to understand what causes it in the first place. Young men and women who carry out acts of serious violence are often experiencing deep-rooted problems. The majority of youths in custody are themselves victims of abuse. Some experience suffering and violence at home; the struggle many of these children have experienced so early in their short lives is a key factor in their violent criminal behaviour.
GAIN AN EDGE: Making the transition to university life
Valtio Julius Cooper was considered a shy, unassuming high schooler with a brilliant mind. At the tender age of 14, the Nicholl’s Town native and North Andros High School prodigy achieved five BGCSE’s inclusive of Mathematics and English while only in grade 11.
INSIGHT: Racism disguised as nationalism
It is easy to find revolting the nativistic, white supremacist ideology that seems to be acceptable to American President Donald Trump. Especially since the violent, tragic clash this summer in Charlottesville, VA, between race-baiting ultra right marchers and their opponents from the liberal left, public opinion polling has revealed most Americans condemn Trump for his ambivalent response to expressions of racial hatred many felt were lodged securely in America’s past.
INSIGHT: We are losing the fight. People want to feel safe. Period.
THE agonizing cries from Kendera Woodside, mother of Eugene Woodside, may have been enough to raise all the hairs on your body. Tortuous screams rang out from the backyard of their home, as family gathered during a visit from the Prime Minister and an entourage including his wife and some prominent pastors from the community. As a nation, we sincerely sympathize with Mrs. Woodside, who said that she had just told her mother that she would not have to bury her children and that they would outlive her mere moments before her son was slain by a bullet unintended for him.
'Potential for privacy to be violated' with bill
THE potential exists for politicians to violate the personal privacy of Bahamians under the Minnis administration’s Interception of Communication Bill, former Attorney General Allyson Maynard-Gibson said Sunday as she encouraged Bahamians to pay clos
Jonquel Jones on the All-WNBA 2nd Team
THE postseason accolades continue to roll in for Bahamian WNBA superstar Jonquel Jones.Jones was named to the All-WNBA Second Team as the league continued to roll out its postseason awards.It concludes a season where the second year Connecticut Sun f
SPORTS NOTE
Charles W Saunders Cougars pulled off a pair of victories Thursday as the Bahamas Association of Independent Secondary Schools continued its regular season. In the junior girls’ division, the Cougars marched past the Kingsway Academy Saints 20-5 as S
EDITORIAL: The balancing act of a Bahamian politician
IT IS said that “a politician is a person running for office who flip-flops on issues as the polls change.” While the politician makes promises he might not deliver on once elected, “the statesman is a person who stands by his ideals and does everything in his power to do what he believes is right for the people of his country.”
Rev McAlpine lacks good judgment
Given his narrow-minded and ungracious response to the Government’s proposal to welcome some students from Dominica in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma, thank God Prime Minister Hubert Minnis did not appoint Pineridge MP Rev. Frederick McAlpine to the cabinet.
Honeymoon period is over for the FNM
THE honeymoon period for the Free National Movement (FNM) is over and done with.
Where our own Christian values have gone
AS our Prime Minister sheds tears in Parliament over the distress of the people of Dominica, and fellow MP Fred McAlpine, warns that charity begins at home (and presumably stays at home), and talk show hosts rail against the inhumanity of a few uncaring Bahamians, who would leave the people of Dominica to stew in their own juice, The Punch today carries a story that tells of where perhaps our own Christian values have gone.
Technical Cadet Corps students inducted
MORE than 100 members of the Technical Cadet Corps Programme were inducted during a ceremony at the Bahamas Union of Teachers Hall on Thursday in Grand Bahama.Harcourt Brown, acting permanent secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister, challenged
US woman’s body dumped in bushes
AN ELDERLY American woman was found dead in bushes in north Cat Island Sunday, leading police to launch a homicide investigation into this death, Senior Assistant Commissioner of Police Stephen Dean said.
Revised GDP numbers no cause for rejoicing
A top accountant yesterday said there was no rejoicing in the Bahamas’ “positive but lacklustre” 0.2 per cent GDP growth in 2016, arguing that 4-5 per cent nominal annual expansion is needed to dent unemployment.Gowon Bowe, the Bahamas Institute of
Irma gives Acklins reform opportunity
There has been much talk, in the wake of Hurricane Irma’s destruction, about the current state of the southern Family Islands and their future development prospects. Salina Point in southern Acklins was particularly hard-hit by the storm, with evacua
Bahamas takes STEP to boost its presence
More than 25 Bahamians were present at the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) annual Latin America (LATAM) conference last week, which was sponsored by the Ministry of Financial Services and Bahamas Financial Serviced Board (BFSB).The
Price Commission sends 'gouging' report to the AG
The Price Commission has forwarded its report on complaints of pre-Hurricane Irma price gouging ahead to the Attorney General’s Office, its chairman has confirmed.“We forwarded our findings to the AG’s Office, and we are awaiting a review from them b
