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Bid to hold talks over downgrade: Govt confident over prospects

MICHAEL Halkitis, State Minister for Finance, said yesterday the government will meet with representatives from ratings agencies Standard & Poor’s and Moody’s starting next week in order to “convince” the firms not to downgrade the country’s credit rating.

Man accused of raping American woman

POLICE arrested a man on Sunday in connection with the alleged rape of an American woman on Friday at Harbour Island.

Fred Smith sued over beach access

TWO residents of Smith’s Point, Grand Bahama, have brought legal action in the Supreme Court against attorney Fred Smith, QC, who is being accused of causing environmental damage and preventing access to a portion of the beach because of a 15ft high groyne constructed at his property.

Former ZNS reporter ordered to pay $15,000 in contempt ruling

FORMER ZNS reporter Sherman Brown must pay $15,000 by noon on Friday or spend a month in prison, Justice Indra Charles ruled yesterday.

NIB extends hours amid payout problems

THE National Insurance Board has extended its operational hours to offset persisting issues with its claims process caused by deficiencies in its newly implemented V3 system, which showed performance issues in tests two months ago.

FNM: PM's view of economy is a fairy tale

PRIME Minister Perry Christie’s overly optimistic outlook of the economy is predicated on the upcoming 2017 general election said Free National Movement Deputy Leader Peter Turnquest, as he castigated the government for painting a “fairy tale” picture, which is in direct conflict with this country’s current state.

MARK HUMES: Seeking to create a Bahamian democracy

OUR country has a number of major issues that need tackling immediately. The ones that immediately come to mind are crime, education, lack of job opportunities, the failing economy, the lack of accountability, and lack of transparency in national affairs. We spend a considerable amount of time, energy, and money creating legislation and programmes to address these issues yet they remain.

POLITICOLE: Service before self

EVEN as I continue to travel, pursuing dreams and opportunities and commitments beyond the borders of my country, I’m constantly thinking about what I can do for my people and my country while I do what I want and need to do for myself. Can I do both at the same time?

NIB still seeking permanent replacement for director post

ACTING Director of the National Insurance Board V Theresa Burrows yesterday confirmed that she was not in the running to hold the position long-term, saying that a permanent replacement for former NIB Director Rowena Bethel could be named in the coming weeks.

Resident left to live in a toilet for eight years

Tribune reader Deno P Ellis raises the plight of one elderly Nassau resident and makes a plea to government to help its citizens

Call for ruling after silence in Toggie and Bobo case

CANADIAN fashion designer Peter Nygard and lawyer Keod Smith did not enter a defence to allegations that the pair orchestrated a murder for hire plot against several Save The Bays directors and a pastor.

Chesapeake firm says it is following best practice

THE Grand Bahama Port Authority Ltd and the Grand Bahama Utility Company Ltd have confirmed that “industry best practices” are being followed regarding the operation of the Chesapeake Waste Water Treatment Plant.

New FNM Fort Charlotte elections to be held after judge urges a deal

AT the urging of Justice Indra Charles, the Free National Movement’s warring factions reached an amicable resolution in the Supreme Court yesterday concerning an application for judicial review over the Fort Charlotte Constituency Association’s recent election process.

'Gang of Six' future depends on co-operation with leader

THE fate of the six Official Opposition MPs who stood against FNM Leader Dr Hubert Minnis will heavily depend on their willingness to work with the leadership should he be re-elected at the party’s upcoming convention, FNM Deputy Leader Peter Turnquest said yesterday.

Police shoot suspect after high-speed chase

POLICE SHOT and injured a man Sunday night during a high-speed chase moments after he allegedly assaulted a woman and “rammed his vehicle into several cars” attempting to allude capture.

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