Broker principal: US probe defeat ‘not a setback’
A Bahamian broker/dealer’s principal yesterday argued he had suffered “no setback” after his first bid to block a probe by US federal regulators was thrown out.
GB entrepreneurs readied for growth
The Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) has moved to ensure Bahamian entrepreneurs and businesses are ready to exploit potential multi-million dollar cruise line investments.
Arawak port chief hails ‘phenomenal’ festival
The Nassau Container Port’s operator yesterday said its first-ever Maritime Festival was “a phenomenal experience” that exposed Bahamians to the full breadth of the maritime industry.
Wells fails to ease jet ski sector fears
Jet ski operators yesterday expressed fears that other resorts will follow Baha Mar and restrict their business opportunities by giving one local firm an exclusive on watersports activities.
Bain Town, Bimini initiative targeting community tourism
THE Bahamas can use community-based tourism to empower rural and inner-city communities, a university academic argued yesterday, with two pilot initiatives set to be rolled-out in the fall.
Commission early adopter of of global co-operation deal
The Securities Commission has become one of only eight regulators approved to adopt an enhanced information sharing protocol developed by a global supervisory body.
Post Office opening likely for next week
NEARLY one week after Acting Post Master General Jennifer Johnson suggested the General Post Office would open in its new Town Centre Mall location this week, Transport Minister Renward Wells has now pointed to “next week” for the much-anticipated opening.
THE ALICIA WALLACE COLUMN: They’re only children - look after them well
There is reluctance to recognise children as whole people with a range of emotions they have to learn to recognise and handle and their own likes and dislikes in addition to the need for guidance, education and discipline.
We are committed to resolving issues with star academy, says Lloyd
WHILE Education Minister Jeff Lloyd could not confirm yesterday whether the government intends to buy the property for the proposed STAR Academy, he noted talks are underway with church leaders, stating that all parties are “committed” to resolving this issue.
New colour for taxi plates on the way
THE government is moving forward with plans to facilitate the colour change of taxi plates, Transport Minister Renward Wells revealed yesterday.
Rights Bahamas dismisses Bethel comments as ‘petty’
“IMMATURE” and “petty” is how activist group Rights Bahamas is describing recent comments made by Attorney General Carl Bethel and Immigration Minister Brent Symonette in the wake of an Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) hearing held in Jamaica last week.
Transportation of huge generators for BPL delayed by adverse weather
THE transportation of Wartsila tri-fuel generators and engines from the Arawak Cay Port to Bahamas Power & Light’s Clifton Pier site has been stalled because of weather issues, according to BPL board chairman Donovan Moxey.
Pair accused of Potter's Cay murders
TWO men, ages 25 and 30, were arraigned yesterday for the shooting deaths of two men at Potter’s Cay Dock last week.
Turnquest: No basis for criticism over GDP figures
ADMITTING officials don’t know why the country’s GDP performance fell below the International Monetary Fund’s forecast, Finance Minister Peter Turnquest said critics have no legs to stand on as consistent economic growth is apparent.
Baha Mar employs two Bahamians to provide water sports - Wells
AMID concerns from watercraft operators about Baha Mar’s alleged renting of motorised watercraft to its guests, Transport Minister Renward Wells yesterday confirmed the resort is not licenced or authorised to do so directly.
‘Like a cancer’: Port to join URCA battle
The Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) is set to intervene in Freeport’s utilities regulation battle, with a top QC yesterday accusing the government of “eating like a cancer” at the city’s governance.
Smith trial magistrate’s remarks on ministers: OUT OF ORDER
IT was “wholly inappropriate” for Chief Magistrate Joyann Ferguson-Pratt to have not only criticised two Cabinet ministers for their involvement in former PLP Senator Frank Smith’s now-disposed of criminal matter, but also connect it to her decision to acquit him of all charges, the country’s lead prosecutor asserted yesterday.
'Critical surgery' for Bahamian economy
The Bahamas "must perform critical surgery on our economy" to return to the 3 percent-plus average GDP growth enjoyed pre-recession, the Chamber of Commerce's chief executive said yesterday.
Probe launched over online child videos
ACTIVISTS and health workers have condemned the viral spread of three separate videos depicting minors in exploitative situations.
