33rd Conchman Triathlon was a success in Freeport
FREEPORT, Bahamas — Months of planning culminated in a day of friendly, but fierce competition as organisers and participants of the 33rd annual Conchman Triathlon swam, biked and ran their way to the finish line.
Carnival executives in return visit to GB
Carnival Cruise Line’s president and other executives yesterday met with minister of state for Grand Bahama, Senator Kwasi Thompson, during a visit to the island. Following the devastation inflicted by Hurricane Dorian, Carnival donated much-needed
Colina raises policy reserves by $20.2m
Colina Holdings Bahamas (CHBL) yesterday unveiled a $20.2m increase in reserves to cover future policyholder payouts in the wake of Hurricane Dorian.The rise, likely undertaken in anticipation of increased benefits claims, occurred as the BISX-listed
Abaco's instant VAT free 'fantastic news'
The Abaco Chamber of Commerce’s president yesterday hailed as “fantastic news” the Prime Minister’s decision to make the island immediately VAT free, but warned that questions remain. Ken Hutton queried whether Nassau-based businesses would be place
ART OF GRAPHIX: The flowering of creativity
It is often said that not all gifts are created equal, which is something that design trendsetter, Machelle Brown, can attest to. This designer is often referred to as a “cut above the rest” in her field, as she produces impressive designs throughout
Creative village gains $93k venture funding
A village of Bahamian businesses offering cultural experiences for visitors has secured a $93,000 equity investment through the Small Business Development Centre (SBDC). iDiscover, which offers experiences including three chefs, 10 farmers and 16 cr
Bahamians can handle Abaco debris clean-up
Bahamian companies have the necessary equipment and capacity to handle the massive clean-up of Abaco’s Dorian debris, a local contractor involved in the effort is arguing. Atario Mitchell, president of Caribbean Pavement Solutions (CPS), said: “For
DPM in regional talks on disaster resilience
Disaster resilience and sustainable growth were the focus of a Caribbean summit attended by the deputy prime minister this week.K Peter Turnquest particicipated in the ninth annual Caribbean Forum on Regional transformation for inclusive and sustaina
EDITORIAL: One half of the equation
There is a familiar story many Bahamians have heard.
ALICIA WALLACE: Warped opinions driven by a flawed system that sets people apart
What is the value of a human life? How do we decide who deserves what? This is often a part of national conversations, though not explicitly stated.
Turnquest defends new customs system after user complaints
DEPUTY Prime Minister Peter Turnquest has defended the new Click2Clear system after a series of complaints by users. People had criticised the Customs system for not being user friendly or functioning efficiently. On Monday, scores of customers were
Davis blasts Bethel over Smith trial expenses
OPPOSITION Leader Philip “Brave” Davis said Attorney General Carl Bethel’s refusal to disclose expenses from the Frank Smith bribery trial is inexcusable. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is appealing Mr Smith’s acquittal on bribery
Govt considering buying GB International Airport
GOVERNMENT is mulling over purchasing the Grand Bahama International Airport from owners Hutchinson Port Holdings, Tourism Minister Dionisio D’Aguilar said yesterday. According to Mr D’Aguilar, who has responsibility for airports in the country, Hut
Lloyd: Public doesn't understand exam results
EDUCATION Minister Jeff Lloyd has said the public “doesn’t seem to understand” how examination results are graded - in response to criticism over this year’s poor national results.
We are close to a deal, insists University of the Bahamas
UNIVERSITY of The Bahamas officials yesterday denied claims made by the president of the Union of Tertiary Educators of The Bahamas over delayed negotiations for the workers’ expired industrial agreement, insisting that there have been ongoing attempts to finalise the agreement with lecturers.
Judge yet to rule on docking teachers’ wages
A Supreme Court judge is mulling over whether to order the government to stop cutting the salaries of teachers the Ministry of Education is embroiled in a dispute with over its alleged failure to resolve ongoing issues at two public schools.
BTC suffers $30m blow from Dorian
The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) has been dealt a $30m blow by Hurricane Dorian with network repairs set to last into 2020, it was revealed last night.
Nassau/PI hotels enjoying a 25% revenue boost
Large Nassau/Paradise Island hotels enjoyed a 25 percent “revenue boost” for the first nine months of 2019 as Hurricane Dorian only had minimal impact on its September performance. The Central Bank of The Bahamas, unveiling its report on economic de
Govt urged: Get GB airport deal closed 'before too late'
A top Freeport hotelier yesterday warned the government it has little time to acquire Grand Bahama International Airport “before it’s too late” to swiftly rebuild the island’s tourism product.Magnus Alnebeck, Pelican Bay’s general manager, told Tribu
