INSIGHT: aliv and kicking
Ten days ago, the spacious grounds of the former Holy Cross Church complex near Soldier Road were throbbing to celebrations by the new business tenant: aliv was being launched as the brand name of the new mobile service that will compete with Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) .
INSIGHT: Time to unite against the common enemy
History is filled with moments when once opposing forces, sensing the opportunity for greater good, threw their lot in together and defeated the common enemy. The Bahamas will be faced with this reality in 2017.
Helpful tips to resolve conflict safely
EVEN though conflict is a normal and necessary part of healthy relationships, the mere fact that people are sometimes unable to come to a settlement is bothering.
EDITORIAL: Challenges to and responsibilities of the modern press
“THE BAHAMAS has a proud record of press freedom and deserves our highest commendation in that regard. Public discourse, vigorous and open discussion are essential to the preservation of your thriving democracy.
A COMIC'S VIEW: Hell hath no fury like a talk show host scorned
Earlier this week, both the Free National Movement and the Progressive Liberal Party ratified more candidates for the upcoming general election.
EDITORIAL: British government thwarted by High Court over 'Brexit'
WHILE THE world’s attention remains focused on the US presidential election and its immediate aftermath, another issue of international significance - the process of putting into effect Britain’s departure from the European Union (EU) - continues to cause concern and controversy.
A YOUNG MAN'S VIEW: Political parties need to make their mark with new generation of voters
There is lingering political fatigue that has contributed - in large part - to voter apathy.
EDITORIAL: Fred Mitchell and the Inter-American Human Rights
AFTER local authorities constantly ignored their complaints that their lives were in danger, five members of the Grand Bahama Human Rights Association turned in desperation to the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights with the request that it urge the Bahamas government to “adopt precautionary measures to prevent irreparable harm to their lives.”
POLITICOLE: What can we expect from Trump, the man behind the mask?
AMERICA: “Donald J Trump is President-elect of the United States of America.” REST OF THE WORLD: “Y’all ain’t serious, though. AAAAOOOOOOO.”
EDITORIAL: Tackle crime or face the frightening consequences
THE PAST week’s crime news was so disturbing it could give goose bumps the shivers.
POLICE ADVICE: Preventing house breaking and home invasion
YOU can never be too cautious about your safety, especially when it comes to house break-ins and home invasions, which occur almost every day in The Bahamas.
EDITORIAL: Stop the politics and start governing for the good of The Bahamas
“Ain’t yinna do it first? Den why yinna poking yer finger in my eye and blamin’ me fo‘ what yinna dun do?”
A COMIC'S VIEW: Amazing Alfred twists and turns in ever darker shades of Gray
Hey there, friend. Have you ever wanted to see a politician turn into a pretzel?
YOUR SAY: A serious checklist of gubment’s mismanagement
THERE is so much confusion going on in our country, it is overwhelming. Once again we have indeed become a “nation for sale”.
A YOUNG MAN'S VIEW: Who will play the Trump card in Bahamian elections?
The world was shocked early yesterday morning when it was announced that billionaire developer Donald Trump was elected President of the United States. The collective jaws of many across the globe hit the deck, flabbergasted by his thumping of Democratic challenger Hillary Clinton, a long-time figure in American politics who has clearly worn out her welcome with the electorate.
