Halkitis: Food retailers are expected to comply
ECONOMIC Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis said yesterday the government fully expects food retailers to comply with its new price control regulations and that it intends to enforce the law against operators who refuse to implement the changes.
Pintard ‘not surprised’ at marijuana delay
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard said he is not surprised that the Davis administration has delayed presenting marijuana legalisation to Parliament.
Mitchell highlights need to tackle issues facing Haiti
FOREIGN Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell is of the view that Haiti continues to suffer social and economic depression because it “struck the first blow for freedom back in 1804” for oppressed black nations. He urged regional counterparts to help them resolve their problems.
‘Govt owes teachers $1.5m back payments’
BAHAMAS Union of Teachers president Belinda Wilson said some teachers in her union are owed an estimated $1.5m in back pay from the government.
Sweeting speaks out over Eleuthera water problems
Member of Parliament for Central and South Eleuthera Clay Sweeting said the disruption of water supply on the island is “unacceptable and extremely frustrating” - and that he has expressed his “disappointment” to colleagues.
CHRISTMAS SHOWDOWN – Roberts: Price Control backed off after festive season shutdown threat
Super Value’s principal yesterday disclosed Price Control “backed off” seizing vast quantities of product when warned of pre-Christmas store shutdowns, telling the Government: “We don’t want war, and you don’t want war.”
Outstanding taxes and what is achieved?
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Weather changes
THE Farmers Alamac, an American Periodical has been forecasting North America’s weather since 1818. These long-range forecasts have offered farmers, meteorologists and the public a explanation of what will possibly happen with our climate and why. Well, the Alamac’s predictions for the winter of 2022-2023 should elicit our attention and possible response to the highly active weather to come.
Woman and man face court over separate assault charges
A MAN and a woman were charged in court for two separate assaults yesterday.
Man charged with Freeport murder
A 30-YEAR-OLD Grand Bahama man was charged with murder in the Freeport Magistrate’s Court yesterday.
Man charged with bail violation
A MAN was denied bail in Magistrates Court after being accused of failing to charge his electronic monitoring device (EMD) while on bail for armed robbery.
Four accused of Arawak Cay attack
THREE men and a woman were granted bail in a Magistrate’s Court yesterday after being accused of together attacking and injuring a man on Arawak Cay late last month.
‘Buddy’ reaches another career 3-point milestone
Chavano “Buddy” Hield reached another career milestone, another addition to his résumé as one of the top three-point shooters in the NBA.
Criteria for Legends Walk of Fame under scrutiny
THE criteria and selection process for the National Walk of Fame has recently come under scrutiny following the latest additions to the list of honourees.
NCAA: Bastian shy of double double, Hunter scores nine
SEVERAL Bahamian players had season best performances with their respective teams in NCAA Division I basketball.
Travel agents report mixed Xmas signals
TRAVEL agents say there has been a significant increase in inbound visitors coming to The Bahamas for the upcoming Christmas holiday but outgoing and domestic business is softer than normal.
GB Chamber chief seeks airport plans
THE GRAND Bahama Chamber of Commerce president yesterday said he wants to see plans for Grand Bahama International Airport’s (GBIA) revival before the Government finalises a deal with a private sector partner.
FACE TO FACE: A humble start and a steady climb
HE had at his disposal some of the most auspicious mentors one could ask for. He came from humble beginnings, but lived in a loving home.
PETER YOUNG: Rarely seen protests in communist state
CHINA has been much in the news recently. Public protests about the nation’s zero-COVID policy have hit the headlines, not least because in an authoritarian state dominated by the CCP - the Chinese Communist Party - such dissent, including calls for freedom and for President Xi Jinping to stand down, is unprecedented. Amidst violent clashes, there has been a massive police presence and heavy crackdown in major cities including Beijing and Shanghai and stiff penalties imposed on those concerned.
