LGBTQI Facebook page angers activists
ACTIVISTS condemned as “fake” and “dangerous” a Facebook page that aimed to teach underage children that it is acceptable to be attracted to the same sex or that “sometimes the best boys are the best girls”.
Parasites living off the poor
The government is trying to attempt to balance its budget by increasing revenues. One of these measures was to increase VAT by 60%. At the time there was considerable negative comment about the proposal but on July 1, 2018 the increased rate was introduced, not even a reduction in the rate!
Without vision, the people perish
WHY are we back to a situation we only recently faced, that of having an Acting Chief Justice for an unknown period of time. The facile answer from the Prime Minister’s Press Secretary that he will appoint one “in due course “ is cold comfort to citizens of a country which seems to be spinning out of control.
‘Buddy’ to make debut in three-point contest
Buddy Hield will reportedly join several of the NBA’s elite shooters in the Three-Point Contest during next month’s NBA All-Star Weekend.
Chisholm on Top 100 Prospects list
MAJOR League Baseball revealed its Top 100 Prospects list for the 2019 season and it offered another opportunity for Jazz Chisholm to be included among the best young talent in the minors.
NPWBA: Lady Angels top Lady Saints 68-55
WITH their full squad out, Bees Trucking Lady Angels avenged one of their two losses so far in the season to the Lady Saints with a rout of their own behind the 1-2 punch of Chrishandra Rahming and Britenique Harrison.
NPBA: Shockers get 92-79 win over Regulators
A BUSY night on the New Providence Basketball Association schedule featured several blowout wins for division contenders.
Etienne wins high jump, Gaither 2nd in 60m dash
JYLES Etienne continues to establish himself as one of the top male high jumpers in the National Collegiate Athletic Association, while sprinter TyNia Gaither is getting back into the swing of things in the women’s professional ranks.
End-March for best Lucayan purchaser
The Grand Lucayan’s chairman says the board is targeting end-March 2019 to recommend a purchaser for the resort - a timeline that meets the deadline set at the outset.
‘Landmark’ Bill to aid construction disputes
ALL foreign direct investment (FDI) projects will need an arbitration clause within their Heads of Agreement (HOA) under draft legislation being circulated for private sector feedback.
PM hails $250m hurricane hole
The prime minister has hailed Sterling Global Financial's $250m Hurricane Hole project as a sign of continuing investor confidence in the "world-class destination" of The Bahamas.
Losses preferred to disputes resolution
PARTIES to construction disputes often take a loss instead of spending time and money to resolve disputes, a Bahamian project consultant has disclosed.
Social media reports on PM being rushed to hospital ‘are fake’
The Office of the Prime Minister has strongly denied social media reports that Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis was rushed to hospital earlier this week.
Govt drones firm decision 'at the end of February'
THE public will learn which drone company the government plans to engage at the end of February, according to National Security minister Marvin Dames.
Grand Bahama Junior Junkanoo parade postponed
GRAND Bahama's Junior Junkanoo parade has been postponed due to a forecast that shows an increased chance of rain this weekend.
New hires at Ministry of National Security 'on the horizon'
NEW hires for the Ministry of National Security are on the horizon, according to Minister Marvin Dames, who forecast a ministerial revamp to accommodate new specialist areas.
Company aims to spark connections between Bahamian, Chinese businesses
A NEW trip offering by Bahamaren Limited promises Bahamian entrepreneurs a full immersion into the entrepreneurial spirit of the Chinese business environment.
Comptroller defends Customs official named in Fyre documentary
CUSTOMS Comptroller Dr Geannine Moss yesterday defended the integrity of the Customs official named in a recent documentary on the failed Fyre Festival.
Govt expects over 20 bids for Grand Lucayan
TOURISM Minister Dionisio D'Aguilar estimated the government will have received over 20 bids for the Grand Lucayan by the time it closes off acceptance of bids next month.
