Atlantis buyer must give workers 'piece of the pie'
The hotel union’s president yesterday called on any a new Atlantis owner to ensure employees “get a piece of the pie”, while voicing optimism that it would “bring stability to the property”.Expressing “no major concerns” over Brookfield Asset Managem
Conchman Committee makes donation to the Freeport Rugby Football Club
THE Freeport Rugby Football Club (FRFC) is delighted and thankful for a recent donation provided by the GBPA Conchman Committee of funding for new uniforms (kits), training equipment and tents for the new season starting in September. Having just fi
INSIGHT: Loose lips sink ships. Just what was Brent Symonette thinking?
THE resignation of the former Minister of Immigration, Financial Services, Trade and Industry, Brent Symonette, has been far from the proverbial ride off into the sunset. Instead it has been mired in the usual controversy that surrounds the questionable decision making and sloppiness under the past two years of the Minnis administration.
Wilchcombe may still run for PLP chairman
FORMER Tourism Minister Obie Wilchcombe said yesterday he continues to consult with the people, adding it is they who will have the final say, as he mulls over a possible run for Progressive Liberal Party chairman. He told The Tribune he would make
Atlantis still on lookout for a buyer
TOURISM Minister Dionisio D’Aguilar confirmed yesterday Brookfield Asset Management is again searching for a company to purchase the Atlantis Paradise Island Resort, after a prospective sale fell through last year. According to the minister, “this i
Abaco murder victim is a 24-year-old father of two
THE man who was fatally shot in an Abaco shanty town has been identified as a 24-year-old father of two. On Friday, police said officers in Abaco were investigating a shooting incident that occurred shortly after 1pm. Police were alerted to gunshots
'BTC suffering because of lack of leadership'
THE Bahamas Communications and Public Officers Union will continue to publicly reject the leadership of BTC CEO Garfield Sinclair until he resigns, insisting staff refuse to work with him moving forward. Speaking to The Tribune yesterday, BCPOU Pres
BTC warns staff – Time to get real: CEO tells unions to stop confrontation and accept change
The Bahamas Telecommunications Company’s (BTC) trade unions have been warned their tactics “could be fatal” to a business that has lost $110m in revenue in less than three years.
Bran: Get 'right Atlantis buyer'
The Democratic National Alliance’s (DNA) ex-leader yesterday urged the government to use its influence to ensure “the right buyer” is found for Paradise Island’s Atlantis resort. While acknowledging that the Minnis administration cannot interfere in
Flowers’ fears over ‘winners tax’ impact
CRAIG Flowers, FML Group of Companies owner, sees the Minnis administration’s proposal to only tax lottery play winnings as “problematic” for his chain of web shops where revenue is largely based on the numbers game.
Mitchell’s plea: Keep same team in charge
PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party chairman Fred Mitchell yesterday made an appeal to party delegates to re-elect the PLP’s leadership team at its upcoming convention as executives craft a 10-year plan for the organisation.
Attack shadow on shark conservation
THE death of an American woman from a shark attack in Bahamian waters has presented significant challenges to conservation efforts.
Police hunt after armed robberies
NEW Providence police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating the suspects responsible for two armed robberies on Saturday. In the first incident, shortly after 10pm, a male was in the area of Clifton Street off Montrose Avenue, when he was
Sir Orville celebrates his 90th birthday
THE Free National Movement extended birthday greetings to former Governor General Sir Orville Turnquest on Friday. “On behalf of the party leader Dr Hubert Minnis, Deputy Leader K Peter Turnquest, Chairman Carl Culmer, MCMs, party officers and membe
EDITORIAL: Trump lights the fuse to expose to expose the U.S. racism
“Send her back, send her back.” It was the chant that brought home how disturbing the state of American politics is at present – being driven by the racism of President Donald Trump.
Scrambling to catch up on marijuana
The good Pastor Cedric Moss is nothing if not consistent. Unfortunately, he consistently views debates in the public square through the prism of extreme puritanism.
Seymour 6th in 100m hurdles, Gibson 7th in 400mH
AS they gear up for the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations’ National Track and field Championships this weekend in Grand Bahama, two of the island nation’s elite athletes competed in the London Grand Prix Meet on Saturday. Pedrya Seymour,
'Buddy' Hield brings Hope 24 series
CHAVANO “Buddy” Hield is in New Providence to host another edition of his summer series to give back to the community and showcase the best in young Bahamian basketball talent. The Sacramento Kings guard is expected to host a series of events centre
