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The Bahamas finishes third in the CARIFTA triathlon

THE host country finished third at the 2023 CARIFTA Triathlon and Aquathlon Championships this past weekend at Goodman’s Bay. The Bahamas accomplished a much better showing at home following last year’s fifth place finish in Bermuda. Barbados repeated as champions once again, earning a first place finish at the event.

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Champions crowned at AID Clay Court Championships

THE 29th edition of the Automotive and Industrial Distributors (AID) Limited Clay Court Championships culminated after two weeks of competition at the Gym Tennis Club in Winton Meadows.

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Pauline Davis-Thompson honoured

“RUNNING Sideways: The Olympic Champion Who Made Track & Field History,” the biography of the Bahamian Golden Girl, earned Pauline Davis-Thompson the 2023 Coogan’s Book Award.


Reform in civil service

Before I delve into the primary reason for writing this letter to the Editor, I want to acknowledge that many civil servants, both past and present, have selflessly sacrificed to make the Bahamas what it is today.

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When companies succeed all Bahamians can prosper

In today's dynamic world, where opportunities and challenges intertwine, the success of companies goes beyond their bottom lines. When companies flourish, the effects ripple through every aspect of our lives, leading to improved living standards, enhanced government revenue and a cycle of progress that benefits all. Let us delve into how economic growth transforms the landscape of The Bahamas, and how money flows through companies to create a harmonious circle of prosperity.

Pharmacist concerns over medical marijuana licences

Concerns have been voiced that persons and companies lacking pharmaceutical and medical qualifications can obtain licences to operate marijuana dispensaries under the Government's proposed regulatory regime.


Taxi union chief wants 'hustlers at dock' end

The taxi union's president says the industry is seeking to shed its "hustlers at the dock" image after several drivers protested over the Nassau Cruise Port's new call-up system and police efforts to enforce it.

Summit explores multiple financial technology uses

Future opportunities for financial technology were debated last week as executives from government and financial services gathered in Nassau for MasterCard’s first Fintech summit in the Caribbean.

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Investors advantage

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The boom in artificial intelligence continues to fuel profits and sales for chipmakers. Nvidia exceeds expectations with its figures, the stock climbs to a record high and makes chief executive, Jensen Huang, $4bn richer.


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Back-to-school events provide assistance on Grand Bahama

As thousands of students prepare to return to school this week, some back-to-school events were held over the weekend in Grand Bahama.

Larger police presence in schools expected as more school resource officers graduate

STUDENTS can expect to see a larger police presence in schools this school year, with the Friday graduation of 27 more school resource officers.

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FNM Chairman hits out at AG for refusing to reveal oil spill fine

FREE National Movement Chairman Dr Duane Sands said Attorney General Ryan Pinder refusing to reveal how much the government fined Sun Oil Limited for an oil spill in Exuma last year is “rank arrogance.”


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Officials 'working to tear down barriers against women with disabilities'

SOCIAL Services Minister Obie Wilchcombe said officials are working to tear down barriers against women with disabilities.

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08252023 WEEKEND

Friday, 25th August, 2023.

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08252023 EDITION

Friday, 25th August, 2023.


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DIANE PHILLIPS: A few thoughts about contrasts

Would morning be so beautiful if it did not emerge slowly from the darkness of night? Would recovery be so welcome if it did not follow illness? Would the sight of a loved one you had not seen in years be so sweet if you had seen them yesterday?

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Anthonique Strachan finishes sixth in 200m final

ANTHONIQUE Strachan finally took her rightful place in her first global final in the women's 200 metres at the 2023 World Championships, but she had to settle for sixth best in a time of 22.29 seconds in Budapest, Hungary.

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ERIC WIBERG: Historic plane falls short of ambitious goal in Exuma

IN 1930, two significant historical aircraft, one with a life-long crippled man as radio operator, the other with a single-handing Australian aviatrix, crashed in The Bahamas, in Andros and Exuma.


EDITORIAL: Legalisation and the law of unintended consequences

AFTER a long wait, the consultation over what to do about marijuana legislation is now under way.

Two shanty town structures are set to be demolished within ten days

TWO shanty town structures in Carmichael will be demolished in the next ten days as part of the Davis administration’s shanty town eradication plans, according to Deputy Press Secretary Keishla Adderley.