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REST EASY, SIR ARTHUR: Bahamian founding father dies at 93

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The nation mourned the passing of Sir Arthur Dion Hanna yesterday, with condolences pouring in from every sector of society. Sir Arthur was a long-time politician who previously served as a member of Parliament, Cabinet minister and governor general. He is the father of current Englerston MP Glenys Hanna-Martin. He was 93 […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The nation mourned the passing of Sir Arthur Dion Hanna yesterday, with condolences pouring in from every... read more »

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Dr Glen Beneby appointed consultant medical advisor at FirstCare Medical

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Former Chief Medical Officer Dr Glen Beneby has been appointed as FirstCare Medical Plan’s consultant medical advisor effective July 20, 2021. As consultant medical advisor, Beneby will chart the course for the company’s community healthcare initiatives and assist with regional expansion plans. “We are honored to have Dr Beneby join our team, […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Former Chief Medical Officer Dr Glen Beneby has been appointed as FirstCare Medical Plan’s consultant medical advisor... read more »

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Ozuna announces Bahamas Fest with top Latin acts

Four-day experience at Atlantis from Dec 2-6, 2021 Featuring pool parties, live performances, water park and club nights NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Latin Grammy-winning reggaeton singer and songwriter Ozuna has announced the details for his newest travel experience, Ozuna Fest Bahamas. Following the blowout success of the upcoming sold-out Ozuna Cancun Fest, he has again partnered […]

Four-day experience at Atlantis from Dec 2-6, 2021 Featuring pool parties, live performances, water park and club nights NASSAU, BAHAMAS... read more »

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National Day of Play set for August 14

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Parents and kids are in for a treat as the Organization for Responsible Governance (ORG) hosts its first National Day of Play on Saturday, August 14. The event, which is a progression of ORG’s National Play Date initiative, will broadcast live on Cable Bahamas for families to take part in. “The National […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Parents and kids are in for a treat as the Organization for Responsible Governance (ORG) hosts its... read more »

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Former RBDF commander pens trilogy telling Lucayan islands story; reaffirms reason for naming waters ‘Lucayan Sea’

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — It was over 500 years in the making and more than a decade in the dissecting and now the history of the Lucayan islands is coming to life in a trilogy by former Royal Bahamas Defense Force (RBDF) Commander Commodore Tellis A Bethel. This week, Bethel presented an advance copy of the […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — It was over 500 years in the making and more than a decade in the dissecting and... read more »

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BAHAMAS RECEIVES 33,600 MORE DOSES OF ASTRAZENECA

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POLITICAL PARTIES: IT’S ABOUT TIME TO START TESTING VACCINATED INDIVIDUALS

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PMH boosts capacity to care for COVID patients with assistance from Samaritan’s Purse

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The arrival of two patient care tents from Samaritan’s Purse International on Friday, July 30, 2021, provided a boost to Princess Margaret Hospital’s (PMH) capacity to provide in-patient care to COVID-19 positive patients. PMH has seen an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases presenting at the Emergency Department, with a corresponding […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The arrival of two patient care tents from Samaritan’s Purse International on Friday, July 30, 2021, provided... read more »

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Bahamian fishermen brought in by RBDF for fishing violations

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Four fishermen were brought into the capital after they were apprehended for a fishery violation by members of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) in the Exuma cays. While on routine patrol Saturday afternoon, Defence Force patrol craft P-45, coxswained by Chief Petty Officer Wayde Watson, boarded and searched a Bahamian-registered fishing […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Four fishermen were brought into the capital after they were apprehended for a fishery violation by members... read more »

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Head of mission to the EU talks about exploring opportunities for Bahamians in Europe

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Maria O’Brien, ambassador of The Bahamas to the Kingdom of Belgium and head of mission to the European Union, paid a courtesy call on Chairman Bishop Gregory Collie, members of the board of directors and management of the Bahamas Agricultural and Industrial Corporation (BAIC) on Friday, July 30, 2021. In 2019, the […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Maria O’Brien, ambassador of The Bahamas to the Kingdom of Belgium and head of mission to the... read more »

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DAMES: TAKE MORE PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR HEALTH

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KEMP ROAD COMMUNITY CLEANUP

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PM: Bahamian athletes making country proud

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday acknowledged several Bahamian athletes competing on the international stage. In a statement, the prime minister said: “It was a moment of great pride for the country last night when Kai Jones was drafted 19th overall in the National Basketball Association (NBA) Draft. He will play for […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday acknowledged several Bahamian athletes competing on the international stage. In a... read more »

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Third National Election Debate series to focus on “Constitutional Reform and Human Rights”

Noted activist, ORG and unions commend debate series for furthering democracy and accountability Future debate participants prohibited from reading lengthy prepared speeches NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The National Election Debate Series Planning Committee yesterday announced that the third debate to be hosted by the University of The Bahamas (UB) and Verizon Media Group will be held […]

Noted activist, ORG and unions commend debate series for furthering democracy and accountability Future debate participants prohibited from reading lengthy... read more »

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Woman marine gives perspective on challenges of being a combat diver in male-dominated field

“Opportunities must be given to both genders to succeed equally in their career paths” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Leading Woman Marine Opal Farquharson can be found rappelling down a three-story building and climbing a 40-foot rope. She’s not a GI Jean but rather a qualified combat diver within the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF). Early on […]

“Opportunities must be given to both genders to succeed equally in their career paths” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Leading Woman Marine... read more »

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Six passengers on board Royal Caribbean test positive for COVID-19

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Six passengers, two of them unvaccinated minors, on board a Royal Caribbean International (RCI) ship docked in Freeport have tested positive for COVID-19. Royal Caribbean International’s Adventure of the Seas departed from Nassau on Saturday and is expected to return to the capital tomorrow. The ship’s seven-night getaway stops at its private […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Six passengers, two of them unvaccinated minors, on board a Royal Caribbean International (RCI) ship docked in... read more »

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NOT GOOD ENOUGH: Davis bashes govt’s response to coronavirus surge; says public safety efforts must improve

Davis: Govt underutilizing critical tools in pandemic fight “The Minnis government never seems to have a plan” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Official Opposition again criticized the Minnis administration’s handling of the COVID-19 crisis, with its leader Philip Brave Davis asserting yesterday that improving this nation’s pandemic response is “a matter of life and death”. His […]

Davis: Govt underutilizing critical tools in pandemic fight “The Minnis government never seems to have a plan” NASSAU, BAHAMAS —... read more »

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