Mockery of Crown Land
In recent months and weeks there have been several “staged” demonstrations and protests by so-called activists and their allies over any number of issues. First we had blockages and demonstrations at the foot of the Sir Sydney Poitier Bridge relative to access to the beaches at Paradise Island. Several persons were locked up for promoting an unlawful assembly, inter alia. I believe that the charges were dismissed, but I stand to be corrected.
Motivation for Bahamians to lose weight
The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines overweight and obesity as excessive or abnormal fat accumulation that leads to increased health risks. Overweight is defined as a body mass index BMI greater than 25 and obesity is defined as a BMI greater than 30.
STAYING ABREAST: New book tackles care, maintenance of boobs
If you’re going to buy a book about breasts, “Being Breast Aware” should be the one, said author Dr Shamanique Bodie- Williams, a well-respected obstetrician and gynaecologist.
Take a bite out of cancer
The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) recently made a donation to the Cancer Society of the Bahamas to aid in the organisation’s efforts to help those fighting the disease. For the past 10 years BTVI has held its Pink Awareness Bake Sale with all proceeds being donated to cancer awareness support groups in the nation.
Living the loc’d life
Teen Eleuthera native embarks on a ‘hairy’ adventure
The decision to lock, or “loc”, your hair or not can be intimidating, but “lotician” Leah Macara has helped many of her clients start the journey with as little stress as possible.
Melania embarks on 12 days of love and gratitude
EVEN in the midst of a global pandemic, 12-year-old Melania Nixon is doing her best to remain true to her passion of giving back during the holiday season.
EDITORIAL: Let’s be serious, Dr Sands
Dr Duane Sands made us raise an eyebrow with his comments reported in today’s Tribune.
PETER YOUNG: They think it’s all over - it will be soon
THE current negotiations between the EU and Britain about their post-Brexit trading relationship is top of the news agenda in Europe. The deadline for an agreement is the end of the year – barely two weeks away. But, although, after months of talks, the two sides remain divided on several key issues, EU watchers are accustomed to such events going down to the wire before agreement is suddenly reached at the eleventh hour. So, many still hope for a satisfactory conclusion.
FACE TO FACE: Shaneka’s a role model changing the face – and colour – of the world of women’s beauty
My long time friend and schoolmate Shaneka Neymour has been interested in arts and fashion for as long as I can remember. She has always been creative and different, finding her own way to stand out from the crowd. As a high school comrade, I remember she was inquisitive and fun and, as a woman today, it’s those qualities which have made her a world-renowned designer in hair and beauty.
Fake cheque warning
THE Financial Crimes Branch of the Royal Bahamas Police Force is warning the public about fraudulent cheques currently in circulation.
‘We must clear up misinformation about COVID-19’
HEALTH officials have to clear up public “misconceptions and misinformation” about COVID-19 and associated vaccines as the government prepares to have the drug in The Bahamas “as soon as possible”, a top doctor said yesterday.
Atlantis back - but some staff still need help
WHILE the Atlantis resort on Paradise Island reopened to much fanfare last week, some workers who have not yet returned to work are still relying on government assistance.
Groundbreaking for $1m centre
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for a $1.8m community centre and hurricane shelter in Central Pines, Abaco, yesterday which he said will be capable of accommodating 800 people during a hurricane.
Rastafarian community hopeful on expunging records
MEMBERS of the Rastafarian community are cautiously optimistic about Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis’ promise that the government will start expunging the records of people convicted for the possession of small amounts of marijuana next year.
Marinas: 'Comeback' swift despite 70% market loss
The Marina Association of The Bahamas (MAB) president yesterday voiced optimism the sector will see a swifter "comeback" than other tourism segments despite missing 70 percent of its market.
Nassau shipping rates face impact 'for better'
The Nassau Container Port's top executive yesterday said Bahamian cargo shipping rates could be impacted "for the better" in early 2021 after a major carrier signalled its plans to service this market.
RBC Homeowners Act bungle thwarts loan recovery bid
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) bungled its bid to initiate legal proceedings to realise its mortgage security on a couple's home by failing to comply with the Homeowners Protection Act.
'Minnis can shut country but not escape oil deal?'
Bahamas Petroleum Company's (BPC) oil drilling ship will this morning likely face "a welcoming committee", as one activist charged: "The PM can shut the country down but not get out of a bad oil deal?"
'Blindsided' on hotel Christmas bonus changes
Major Bahamian resorts were yesterday accused of "blindsiding" the hotel union and its members by altering contractually-agreed Christmas bonuses without any prior warning.
