Educators and Urban Renewal offer pathway to prosperity
The Urban Renewal initiative has partnered with the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI), Galilee College, and Cyber Tech Career College to launch a transformative Community Empowerment Programme titled Pathways to Prosperity.
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Monday, September 23, 2024
PM: 'No intention' to raise water rate or tax wells
Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis has issued a statement in response to today’s Tribune story detailing proposals by the Water and Sewerage Corporation to increase consumer prices or impose taxes on homeowners with private wells.
Water Corp margins slide 138% to -$31m
The Water & Sewerage Corporation sucked up $55m in Bahamian taxpayer subsidies in 2022 to help cover a -$31m negative operating margin that had more than doubled over a 12-year period.
Taxi ‘price gouge’ fear over gas margin rise
The Bahamas Taxi Cab Union’s (BTCU) president is voicing fears that the imminent margin increases granted to petroleum retailers may force some drivers to “price gouge” once again.
‘Married women’ law reform call over FamGuard dispute
The Acting Chief Justice is urging Parliament to “do everything in its power” to reform a 140 year-old law designed to protect married women and “cure” uncertainties that could spark increasing legal disputes.
Two drown in separate incidents over weekend
A FIVE-year-old boy and a 35-year-old American woman died in separate drowning incidents over the weekend.
CV Bethel ‘overcrowded and rat-infested’
TEACHERS at CV Bethel High School are grappling with overcrowded, stiflingly hot classrooms, inoperable bathrooms, and a rodent-infested campus, prompting the government to intervene after a list of complaints, according to Bahamas Union of Teachers president Belinda Wilson.
Specialised nurses are main need as shortage cut in half, says Darville
THE national nurse shortage has been cut in half, with most remaining vacancies in specialised nursing roles, Health and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville said on Friday.
Cannot afford ‘business as usual’ on climate, says PM
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis warned that the world can no longer afford “business as usual” on climate action, as global temperatures have now exceeded the critical 1.5 degrees Celsius threshold for an entire year, putting both humanity and vulnerable nations like The Bahamas at risk.
WSC asks to put up water prices
A Cabinet minister last night said “no formal decision” has been taken on Water & Sewerage Corporation proposals to increase consumer prices or impose taxes on homeowners with private wells.
GAIN AN EDGE – Bahamians leading the way on climate change
From data scientists to artificial intelligence designers, the global demand for skilled employees in STEM fields continues to grow.
Archers on target for an historic 15 medals
Bahamian archers showed up and showed out at the World Archery Americas Caribbean Development Championships (CDC) in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, September 19-23.
Pro boxer Carl Hield to square off again Friday
THE long and illustrious amateur career for Carl Hield is finally paying off big dividends as a professional boxer.
Sands warns Davis hospital will be ‘historic blunder’ with environmental consequences
FREE National Movement (FNM) chairman Dr Duane Sands has warned the Davis administration against making a “historic blunder” by building a new hospital on an “environmentally sensitive site”, saying the decision will have serious long-term environmental consequences.
Doctor says Bahamas facing shortage of developmental specialists
THE Bahamas is facing a critical shortage of developmental specialists and is experiencing an increase in children with disorders like autism and ADHD, according to paediatrician Dr Anthia Forbes Carey.
PM: Safeguard $150m flats fishing over climate change
The Prime Minister has urged lodges, resorts and other industry operators to invest in renewable energy and sustainable equipment to help protect the $150m flats fishing industry against climate change.
International Black Men’s Empowerment Summit coming to Margaritaville Beach Resort
THE Morehouse College Alumni Association Bahamas Chapter is set to host the International Black Men’s Empowerment Summit at Margaritaville Beach Resort in the heart of New Providence.
Digital banking drive holds week-long event
Bahamian financial services providers have teamed with the Central Bank for a week-long drive aimed at improving consumer confidence and understanding when it comes to digital banking.
DEREK SMITH: AI governance vital to corporate futures
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed industries by improving decision-making, streamlining operations and enhancing customer experiences.
