Cruise ship chief praises nation - but says there is still more to do
EVEN as he called the Bahamas Royal Caribbean International’s most popular destination, RCI President and CEO Michael Bayley suggested The Bahamas is still not doing enough to reward visitors from cruise-ships with satisfying experiences.
Back to school for CH Reeves teachers, says Lloyd
EDUCATION Minister Jeff Lloyd said teachers and students returned to CH Reeves Junior High School on Tuesday after a two-week sit out was conducted by teachers.The minister said: “I’m happy to tell you that teachers returned to the classroom on Tuesd
Hotels should not ignore local talent
I was not surprised at all by the comments of the director of labour regarding unemployment and the expatriates working in the hotels.
Time to think outside the box
As the battle rages on about whether the BEC/BPL rates are too high, or whether they have increased by 60% or 70%, there is one thing that everyone seems to agree on and that is that electricity costs far too much.
Bahamians, give thanks!
Someone asked the question, “If you are doing something, shouldn’t you know what you are doing?” Come on, we are all rational people, therefore the answer can only be in the affirmative. Tragically though, this does not always play itself out logical
Bahamian pastor makes history
Bahamian Dr Leonard Johnson has been appointed the new executive secretary of the InterAmerican Division of Seventh-Day Adventist Church.He was installed in a ceremony held November 10 in Haiti, as the first pastor from an English-speaking territory
- Religious happenings around town -
• Second Annual Feast DayOur Lady of the Holy Souls Roman Catholic Church will commemorate its second annual Feast Day celebrations on Sunday. During this occasion, the members will also mark the church’s 92nd anniversary. Through its spiritual and o
Agents of change
First we pray, next we share, and then we act to make change visible. If you are interested you may decide to follow suit:1. Brainstorm together with people who have a heart for change2. Decide on some areas that are in dire need of elimination, redu
Bahamas 4 Jesus preaches to the troubled
The Bahamas 4 Jesus movement has gotten underway in Nassau with Jesus’ teachings being brought to the most troubled in communities around Nassau.This week, several pastors from the United States shared the word of God, with the expectation that lives
'Carly' to represent 242 in rugby
FROM track and field to rugby, Grand Bahamian native Carlene ‘Carly’ Johnson continues to make strides on the international sporting scene.The former CARIFTA sprinter, now a member of the Bahamas Rugby Union women’s national team, has been selected t
THE FINISH LINE: BLTA hopes top players come home for tennis tournament
THE Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association will be gearing up for their annual Giorgio Baldacci Tennis Tournament next month at the National Tennis Centre. The event, held in memory of the late Baldacci, a benefactor of the BLTA and the majority of tennis
Joshua Weech wins the Cecil G Cooke Memorial Regatta
JOSHUA Weech this past weekend won the Cecil G Cooke Memorial Regatta 2018 as he continues to dominate the Optimist dinghy class in the Bahamas. He is 13 years old, a race team member of Bahamas National Sailing School (BNSS)/Nassau Yacht Club and c
Anglicans welcome new deacon in Grand Bahama
Anglicans throughout Grand Bahama have come together to welcome a member of the clergy who was recently ordained to the office of deacon.Deacon Dave Dimitri Thomas hails from the island of Eleuthera by way of New Providence, but has strong familial t
Woodland, Stenson get exemptions for Hero World Challenge
THE Professional Golf Association’s Tour has announced that Gary Woodland and Henrik Stenson have been added to the PGA TOUR’s 2018 Hero World Challenge field as exemptions.The 20th Hero World Challenge, scheduled for November 29 to December 2 at Alb
Strike Force's Greg Taylor top scorer in Financial Bowling League
THE top scorer in the Financial Bowling League competition Wednesday night was Greg Taylor of the Strike Force with a 262 high game and a 651 high three game set.The runner-up was teammate Stan Bethel with a 612 second high set. Ural Pratt of the Moo
GB Power's $18m 'bold statement'
GB Power Company will invest more than $18m in renewable energy and smart technology over the next two years as part of a “bold statement” to improve reliability and lower energy costs.David McGregor, the utility’s president and chief operating offic
Technical problems cause 'disruption' in Fidelity branches
A BISX-listed commercial bank yesterday confirmed it was working to address “technical issues” that had caused “branch disruptions” for its client base.Gowon Bowe, Fidelity Bank (Bahamas) chief financial officer, told Tribune Business: “We are experi
'Only way is up' over Bahamas business ease
A Cabinet minister says “the only way to look is up” when it comes to The Bahamas’ 118th ranking in the World Bank’s “ease of doing business” index.Kwasi Thompson, pictured, minister of state for Grand Bahama, told the island’s second Technology Summ
GB Power chief: Renewables can be 50-60% of generation
GB Power’s top executive yesterday said renewable energy can ultimately become 50-60 percent of the island’s generation mix, but warned: “You won’t see Florida prices any time soon.”David McGregor, the utility’s president and chief operating officer,
Family Guardian ratings upheld on organic growth
Family Guardian’s continued organic growth resulted in the renewal of its financial strength ratings despite concerns over exchange controls that restrict its investments and expansion.AM Best, the leading international insurance rating agency, affir
