EDITORIAL: Will there be an end to victimisation?
VICTIMISATION is a word often thrown around in political debate – but the FNM is seemingly ready to take that beyond talk and into court.
Olympian’s home will be linked to utilities
YOUTH, Sports and Culture Minister Mario Bowleg says Cabinet has given approval for infrastructure to be placed at Olympian Ramon Miller’s home on government gifted land, where he has lived off the grid for several years.
Pintard: Tell us how Carnival mess happened
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard says the Davis administration should provide a chronology of events related to the Christmas Carnival debacle, one that details the communication missteps between ministries such as the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Finance.
Minister talks climate change on Brazilian TV
A BAHAMAS government minister recently appeared on TV in Brazil to talk about climate change and the farming industry.
Ministry of Health project aims to tackle climate issues
THE Ministry of Health and Wellness in an effort to address climate change has developed a project set to improve climate resilience in the country’s health system.
Cooper says Minnis should ‘enjoy his retirement’
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis should “enjoy his retirement”, a Cabinet minister said yesterday, while dismissing the Killarney MP’s criticisms of the discontinuation of the travel health visa for Bahamian citizens and residents returning home from abroad.
‘Glaring deficiencies’: Sky chief defeats $33m ruling
A Supreme Court judge yesterday cited “glaring deficiencies” as he overturned a default judgment against Sky Bahamas’ principal over an alleged $33.4m “bogus loan conspiracy”.
Carnival transparency need is ‘quite obvious’
A governance reformer yesterday said there was “quite an obvious need for transparency” around the relationship between the Christmas Carnival and whichever political party is in power.
Chamber chief’s fear on minimum wage ‘timing’
The Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce’s president says the private sector is not opposed to the concept of a minimum wage increase but, rather, the timing.
Holiday determination aids staff cost control
A senior hotelier yesterday welcomed the Government’s decision to clarify which two days will be designated as “holidays” this Christmas for better enabling the industry to control labour costs.
Police shoot man in buttocks
A JUVENILE who led police on a car chase yesterday morning was shot in the buttocks by officers.
Motorcade to welcome home Miss Bahamas
MISS Bahamas Universe star Chantel O’Brian speaking to The Tribune from a plane last night on her return to Nassau said she believes her achievements at the competition were for a “purpose” and not mere luck.
FNM prepares dossier on lost jobs and contracts
THE Free National Movement may take legal action against the government on behalf of people who have lost their jobs or had contracts cancelled under the Davis administration.
Follow protocols and Carnival could just open
WITH the Christmas Carnival operators awaiting an answer on their resubmitted application from health officials to open, National Security Minister Wayne Munroe said he has asked an opinion from his legal section on whether it actually requires an approval.
Pintard reminds team - I’m our voice
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard said the only people who can communicate the direction of the FNM on national issues are himself and those the party selects to convey messages that are agreed upon by the party and its parliamentary caucus.
Sky Bahamas principal wins ‘tolerable victory’
Sky Bahamas’ boss yesterday said he “hopes and prays this never happens to anyone else” after a default judgment against him over an alleged $33.4m “bogus loan conspiracy” was overturned.
Bahamas Bowl: Dearmon says Blue Raiders are ready for challenge
RETURNING for their second appearance at the Bahamas Bowl, Middle Tennessee’s offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach Brent Dearmon said the Blue Raiders are ready for the challenge ahead of them this year.
Practice makes perfect: Rockets, Blue Raiders participate in ‘intense’ training sessions
AFTER settling overnight, the Toledo Rockets got down to business with their first practice yesterday at the Roscoe Davies Developmental Centre in preparation for Friday’s seventh Bahamas Bowl game against the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders.
Sydney: ‘I’m in top shape to do some damage this year’
WHILE she’s excited to be back home, Bahamian collegian tennis player Sydney Clarke said she’s looking forward to having another eventful trip during her Christmas break.
