So, what news from capsize investigation?
In February, 2019 a boat left Haiti with reportedly 97 persons on board: The boat reported capsized and sunk in Bahamian waters in the Abacos. The media published the reports and told us that law enforcement in The Bahamas would be investigating this major incident. We have heard no more of the incident and the result of the investigation.
Devaluing scholarship
PM Minnis just devalued the credit and scholarship of the University - thanks but no thanks.
Burgers for breakfast or pancakes for dinner
Gal pals create new 'Brunchish' venture for all tastes
Friends Imani and Tonesha are two young women who are taking the current popular brunch trend to the next level. They are working on creating an all-day breakfast experience which then morphs into lunch and dinner. The name of their new venture is “B
RESULTS: Bahamas Swimming Federation Aliv National Swimming Championships
• RESULTS of the Bahamas Swimming Federation’s Aliv National Swimming Championships, held over the weekend at the Betty Kelly Kenning Aquatic Centre, are as follows:Girls 13-14 800 LC Meter Freestyle1, Thompson *, Zaylie-Elizabeth P, AAC, 9:35.07. 2,
Sydney clinches berth in final
It’s coming down to crunch time in the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association’s Junior Nationals at the National Tennis Centre and some of the top players are gearing up for their appearances in the finals.Sydney Clarke, the top-ranked junior player in the
Swimming teams named for CCCAN, Fina and Pan Am Games
WITH the completion of the Aliv National Championships over the weekend at the Betty Kelly Kenning Aquatic Centre, the Bahamas Swimming Federation is preparing for their swimmers to compete in four international meets. • On Thursday, the first team
Basketball Without Borders: Albury, Dean to represent Bahamas
DEYTON Albury and Romad Dean received the opportunity of a lifetime when they were selected to represent the Bahamas at the 10th Basketball Without Borders camp, hosted by the National Basketball Association (NBA), the International Basketball Federa
For the love of food
Health coach Ethan Quant of Elite Wellness Solutions, has succeeded in his weight loss journey and now wants to share his methods with the Bahamas in an effort to foster a culture of wellness and conquer the obesity epidemic.
Never ignore urinary symptoms
Many men, women and children have their lives controlled by their bladder issues and it often drastically reduces the quality of their lives.Afraid to drink a glass of water when away from home because of the potentially embarrassing problem of needi
Rising swim stars shine atop their division
THE Mako Aquatics Club completed the 2019 Rev National Swimming Championships with their back-to-back victory at the Betty Kelly Kenning Aquatic Centre on Sunday night. At the end of the four-day meet, Mako Aquatic collected a total of 1,862.50 poin
Healing through celibacy: Wellness coach finds new purpose by becoming abstinent
While it can be difficult at times, being celibate is still one of the best decisions Dr Lorneka Joseph says she has ever made for her life.Three years ago, the author told Tribune Woman that rejection and failed romantic relationships had led her to
Blogger-turned-author pens manual for freelancers waiting on big break
Bahamian media maven Ianthia Ferguson has quickly gone from blogger to author.
Two more charged over drive-by shooting
TWO more men were charged yesterday with murdering a 21-year-old man during a drive-by shooting that was captured on surveillance video two weeks ago. Jahman Delancy and Rashad Clarke appeared before Chief Magistrate Joyann Ferguson-Pratt concerning
LIFE LINES: Living well is the best revenge
“Living well is the best revenge” is a quote from George Herbert, a 16th century poet. I don’t know what his motive or meaning was, but my interpretation which I apply to my own life is that to do so means making the best of whatever life throws at us, and making it count.
How to achieve the mindset of a 'queen of business'
WITH more women than ever before turning to business ownership, according to Forbes Magazine, there is a need for more education regarding effective leadership and business skills.Tips on how women can establishment themselves as entrepreneurs and e
Get free HIV/AIDS testing this Friday
Despite considerable medical breakthroughs, the global HIV/AIDS epidemic continues to claim millions of lives around the world. And here in the Bahamas, the numbers are equally distressing, with recent statistics revealing that one in 50 people is currently living with the disease. In the face of such troubling data, healthcare professionals and advocacy groups alike have heightened efforts to raise awareness about the disease and encourage more Bahamians to know their HIV status.
The challenges and rewards of an oncologist
The medical field especially oncology is exciting, ever-changing, and dramatic in nature. Healthcare is fast-paced; you are dealing with life or death situations, and new patients come in every day, so you never will experience the same day twice.
'No more taxation pins and needles'
Chamber of Commerce executives have called for “substantive dialogue” with the government on the future of Bahamian taxation to avoid companies being left “sitting on pins and needles”.Jeffrey Beckles, the chamber’s chief executive, told Tribune Busi
Bahamians told: Don't view WTO as 'destination'
Bahamians must not view World Trade Organisation (WTO) membership as the “end destination” but rather “one tool” for achieving essential reforms, Chamber of Commerce executives are urging.Jeffrey Beckles, the Chamber’s chief executive, and Darron Pic
Building permit delay slash 'win-win for all'
Construction industry executives yesterday hailed the government’s ambition to slash by 75 percent the “exorbitant” time taken to obtain building permits as “a win-win for everybody”.Robert Myers, principal of the Caribbean Group and multiple constru
