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TOO SOON: CPSA suggest Bahamas should not adopt CDC’s maskless policy

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Consultant Physician Staff Association (CPSA) President Dr Sabriquet Pinder-Butler suggested yesterday that not enough is known about the COVID-19 vaccine to adopt policies in The Bahamas that would allow residents to go maskless after being full vaccinated. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has advised that fully vaccinated individuals […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Consultant Physician Staff Association (CPSA) President Dr Sabriquet Pinder-Butler suggested yesterday that not enough is known about... read more »

May 14, 2021 at 3:58 am | Royston Jones Jr.

LocalMay 14, 2021 at 3:57 am Sloan Smith

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CONFIDENCE: Wilchcombe says West GB and Bimini will make the “right choice” at the polls

Former minister eager to “continue the work I started in the constituency” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Former Tourism Minister Obie Wilchcombe said yesterday he is confident he will win the West Grand Bahama and Bimini seat in the upcoming general election. Wilchcombe was among seven candidates to be ratified by the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) on […]

Former minister eager to “continue the work I started in the constituency” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Former Tourism Minister Obie Wilchcombe... read more »

May 14, 2021 at 3:57 am | Sloan Smith

BusinessMay 14, 2021 at 3:51 am Natario McKenzie

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SHUT DOWN: Court of Appeal denies Nygard’s application for Privy Council appeal

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Court of Appeal has denied Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard’s application for conditional leave to appeal to the Privy Council its decision to dismiss an appeal that sought to quash a judge’s contempt of court order. On February 4 of this year, the applicant filed a notice of motion for conditional […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Court of Appeal has denied Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard’s application for conditional leave to appeal... read more »

May 14, 2021 at 3:51 am | Natario McKenzie

BusinessMay 14, 2021 at 3:48 am Natario McKenzie

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SEEKING CLARITY: Oil drilling opponents claim BPC owes govt for license fees; call on company to clarify

BREEF head: BPC must sort out license fees before applying to renew But BPC new incoming CEO says oil company has “the right to extend” its licenses NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Oil exploration opponents have called for “clarity” of Bahamas Petroleum Company’s (BPC) license fees, while “vehemently” rejecting assertions by its chief executive that the company […]

BREEF head: BPC must sort out license fees before applying to renew But BPC new incoming CEO says oil company... read more »

May 14, 2021 at 3:48 am | Natario McKenzie

LocalMay 14, 2021 at 3:46 am Sloan Smith

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REMOVE THEM: Rape allegations spur human rights group to demand ban on male officers at immigration safe house

HRB suggests incident not isolated but result of predatory culture; Immigration Dept says matter was investigated “Someone has to have the courage to bring it to an end” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Human Rights Bahamas (HRB) yesterday called for the immediate removal of all male officers from the Department of Immigration’s “safe house” and demanded a […]

HRB suggests incident not isolated but result of predatory culture; Immigration Dept says matter was investigated “Someone has to have... read more »

May 14, 2021 at 3:46 am | Sloan Smith

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Use of The Bahamas’ vast ocean resources — Bahamas Development Bank looks at the potential and offers grants for training

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The recent Blue Economy Think Tank hosted by the Strategic Development and Initiatives Unit of the Bahamas Development Bank (BDB) attracted over 340 registered participants and 20 panelists from The Bahamas and abroad, who examined ways in which Bahamians can benefit from sustainable use of the country’s vast ocean resources. The event’s […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The recent Blue Economy Think Tank hosted by the Strategic Development and Initiatives Unit of the Bahamas... read more »

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RBDF’s Entry 41 and Woman Entry 13 give back to community

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Members of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) Entry 41 and Woman Entry 13 recently donated grocery items to the Urban Renewal Center, St. James Road. In commemoration of celebrating 16 years of service to the country, the combined male and female squad decided it was only fitting that they do a […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Members of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) Entry 41 and Woman Entry 13 recently donated grocery... read more »

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Bahamas ambassador promotes Caribbean priorities for EU partnership agreement

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM —Maria O’Brien, ambassador extraordinaire and plenipotentiary of The Bahamas to the Kingdom of Belgium and head of mission to the European Union, recently represented The Bahamas at an official ceremony to finalize a new partnership agreement between the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS) and the European Union. The ceremony was […]

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM —Maria O’Brien, ambassador extraordinaire and plenipotentiary of The Bahamas to the Kingdom of Belgium and head of mission... read more »

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WOMEN RECOUNTS ‘TERRIBLE’ EXPERIENCE AT PMH

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HEALTH OFFICIALS ALLAY VACCINE CONCERNS

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PAHO WARNS AGAINST RELAXING RESTRICTIONS

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LocalMay 13, 2021 at 3:59 am Royston Jones Jr. 1

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“CHECK MY HISTORY”: PM dismisses accusations of govt using public purse for campaign travel

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday dismissed accusations of the Free National Movement (FNM) campaigning on the public’s purse, insisting opponents can simply “check my history”. In an interview with Eyewitness News, the prime minister said: “Go and check my history. Check my history. From day one, I have said and I […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday dismissed accusations of the Free National Movement (FNM) campaigning on the... read more »

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LocalMay 13, 2021 at 3:58 am Sloan Smith

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“HUMANITARIAN”: Govt will assist displaced shantytown residents, says social services minister

Minister tells migrants not to be afraid to come forward for assistance Campbell: The Ministry of Social Services is not the Department of Immigration NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Shantytown residents on Abaco who are expected to be displaced following the demolition of their homes can seek assistance from social services, said Minister of Social Services Frankie […]

Minister tells migrants not to be afraid to come forward for assistance Campbell: The Ministry of Social Services is not... read more »

May 13, 2021 at 3:58 am | Sloan Smith

BusinessMay 13, 2021 at 3:57 am Natario McKenzie

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RUNNING OUT OF TIME: “Uncertainty” looms as Dorian tax breaks set to expire, says Abaco Chamber

Hutton says Abaco residents have tried to engage govt to no avail NASSAU, BAHAMAS — With the Hurricane Dorian tax breaks set to expire at the end of June, Abaco’s Chamber of Commerce president said yesterday there is now a great deal of “uncertainty” on the island among residents and second homeowners looking to rebuild. […]

Hutton says Abaco residents have tried to engage govt to no avail NASSAU, BAHAMAS — With the Hurricane Dorian tax... read more »

May 13, 2021 at 3:57 am | Natario McKenzie

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OWN IT: Major support for 100% Bahamian-owned cannabis industry, survey finds

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The majority of respondents surveyed in a recent Public Domain poll supported Bahamians having 100 percent ownership in cannabis cultivation, production and distribution. The survey, obtained by Eyewitness News, was conducted as part of the Bahamas National Commission on Marijuana’s (BNCM) work to gauge the opinions of residents on cannabis and its related […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The majority of respondents surveyed in a recent Public Domain poll supported Bahamians having 100 percent ownership... read more »

May 13, 2021 at 3:56 am | Sloan Smith

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Pilot and passengers walked away from ditched plane after engine caught ablaze

AAIA: Probable cause of accident a “catastrophic failure” of a cylinder of the left engine NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A 57-year-old pilot of a Piper Aztec PA-23-250 aircraft with two passengers onboard successfully navigated the small plane, which had its left engine ablaze and inoperable, to shallow waters off Lower Bogue, Eleuthera, where the aircraft was […]

AAIA: Probable cause of accident a “catastrophic failure” of a cylinder of the left engine NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A 57-year-old... read more »

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“READY TO SERVE”: PLP ratifies seven more candidates, Wilchcombe included

Former tourism minister under Christie administration to represent West GB & Bimini NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) tonight ratified seven more candidates for the next general election during an outdoor meeting on the grounds of the Sir Lynden Pindling Center. The newly ratified candidates include Patricia Deveaux for Bamboo Town; Curt G […]

Former tourism minister under Christie administration to represent West GB & Bimini NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Progressive Liberal Party (PLP)... read more »

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Securities regulator secures Privy Council decision in decade-old legal battle

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The securities industry regulator has secured a Privy Council decision in its favor in a decade-old legal battle with Fundhaven (formerly Accuvest Fund Services) and South America Investment Fund Ltd. In a release yesterday, the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) noted a judgment was issued by the Judicial Committee of the […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The securities industry regulator has secured a Privy Council decision in its favor in a decade-old legal... read more »

May 13, 2021 at 3:49 am | Natario McKenzie

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TAKE FLIGHT: Bahamas must maximize returns on airspace takeover, urges local aviation industry operator

“Aviation is more than flying a plane; we have to bring in aviation mechanics and when you look at it, that is revenue that Bahamians are missing out on” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A local aviation industry operator yesterday stressed that this nation must maximize returns from the management of its sovereign space, noting: “We have […]

“Aviation is more than flying a plane; we have to bring in aviation mechanics and when you look at it,... read more »

May 13, 2021 at 3:42 am | Natario McKenzie

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Businessman lauds US court for $200K fine for American caught illegally fishing in Bahamian waters

Carey: Bahamas must be tougher on illegal fishing or fresh reef fish may become extinct “Seize vessels and they’ll get the message” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Real estate guru Mario Carey, a businessman and diver, is facing an uphill slog to get everyone on board to stop the illegal harvesting of Bahamian conch, fish and crawfish. […]

Carey: Bahamas must be tougher on illegal fishing or fresh reef fish may become extinct “Seize vessels and they’ll get... read more »

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