Giving up gas: China’s Shenzhen switches to electric taxis
One of China’s major cities has reached an environmental milestone: an almost entirely electric-powered taxi fleet.
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Ankle bracelet firm to ‘pursue’ ex-govt
A security firm’s principal says he intends to “pursue members of the former Christie administration” through the courts for “politically targeting” his contract to monitor hundreds of accused.
Taylor Industries: Insolvency forces 40 staff redundancies
Taylor Industries’ principals say three years of losses, combined with a harsh economic climate featuring escalating cost and tax hikes, gave them no choice but to close and lay-off 40 staff.
Joining WTO no ‘snap election’ style decision
The Bahamas must not treat WTO membership as “a snap general election decision” that can be reversed in five years’ time, private sector leaders warned yesterday.
‘Fine tooth comb’ for WTO offer
Bahamian poultry producers are already facing WTO-related tariff cut pressures, with the private sector yesterday pledging to examine this nation’s opening offers “with a fine tooth comb”.
KFC staff gain five-year deal
MANAGERIAL and supervisory staff at Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) have secured a new five-year industrial agreement, a trade union leader saying it was a “great way to begin the New Year”.
Water Corp unions ‘in dark’ over 120 worker right-size
THE unions representing Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) staff have slammed management for “practically no communication” on plans to right-size by up to 120 workers.
‘Buy Bahamian’ best defence under WTO
BAHAMIAN consumers can do “far more” to sustain local industries than any government under the World Trade Organisation’s (WTO) ruled-based set-up, says the country’s lead negotiator.
IAN FERGUSON: Strategies for achieving greater business success
Last year brought its share of business challenges, and 2019 will certainly have them as well. Businesses, particularly the most vulnerable, must adequately prepare for success and viability. Preparation is key, and establishing goals just as crucial.
Tourism officials meet with American Airlines
The Ministry of Tourism’s airlift team welcomed American Airlines’ newly-appointed senior regional manager for the Caribbean during his recent visit to Nassau.
Bahamasair drops flights to Treasure Cay
BAHAMASAIR has dropped flights to Treasure Cay, Abaco due to nonfunctioning runway lights at the Marsh Harbour airport.
Two held after marijuana plants found
TWO persons were arrested and taken into custody in Abaco after police discovered 60 potted marijuana plants this week.
Former AG joins the blogging world
ALLYSON Maynard Gibson, a former attorney general, has joined the world of blogging, hoping to spark intelligent discussions about national affairs.
Humane Society seeks help
THE Bahamas Humane Society is seeking the public's help in rescuing the lives of animals through adoption and donations.
Search for armed robbery suspects
POLICE are looking for two suspects behind armed robberies committed Tuesday night.
WSC invites bids for water systems in Long Island, Crooked Island
WATER and Sewerage Corporation Executive Chairman Adrian Gibson on Wednesday invited bids for a project that will provide access to quality water supply systems in north Long Island and Crooked Island.
Serious offences conviction rate up 10 percent
THE conviction rate for serious offences has increased by 10 percent, Attorney General Carl Bethel said Wednesday.
Govt criticised over challenges in court buildings
BAHAMAS Bar Association President Kahlil Parker chided the government on Wednesday for not demonstrating “any semblance of urgency or a plan” to remediate the “vexing” infrastructural challenges attorneys face in the various court buildings on a daily basis.
WSC measures to protect islands from climate change effects
THE Water and Sewerage Company has implemented climate resiliency and disaster management measures in the Family Islands to help protect these islands in the face of climate change.
