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NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) said yesterday that it agrees with Prime Minister Philip Davis that "decisive action" is required to continue to achieve the promise of the Hawksbill Creek Agreement, as it outlined a number of issues that need to be addressed.  Prime Minister Philip Davis during his 2023/2024 budget communication on Wednesday said that Prime...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS —s — Last week, the Island House Cinema in New Providence hosted the documentary 'Vision' by HG Christie, directed by renowned Bahamian Director Kareem Mortimer. The film, which highlights the pivotal role played by Sir Harold Christie in Bahamian real estate and tourism, premiered to a private audience in November 2022. Despite facing challenges posed by widespread Covid-19...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Organization for Responsible Governance (ORG) has announced the implementation of community surveys as part of its Active Citizens Bahamas (ACB) campaign. According to a press release, the initiative seeks to empower Bahamians to positively impact their communities by providing a platform for contributing valuable input to community decision-makers. The initial series of surveys will focus on...

New location will support the Royal Beach Club and Bahamian recruitment NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Building on more than 50 years of partnership that has welcomed more than 35 million vacationers to The Bahamas, Royal Caribbean International has doubled down on its commitment to the island nation with the announcement of plans to open its first Bahamas-based office in Nassau’s historic downtown...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Advertére Marketing, founded by Andros native Brandon Hall, launched his company’s final phase for the island’s first modern and industry standard billboard advertising company in Freeport. Ultimately pioneering the way into modern alternative advertising for the Freeport landscape. The new start-up offers dynamic and flexible digital billboard advertising services for businesses/advertisers of all sizes and making it accessible...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Prime Minister Philip Davis yesterday announced that the government has approved a revised proposal from the developers of the PGA golf resort on Cat Island. The project, initiated by Cat Island Partners in 2009, includes a mixed-use golf, resort, residential, and marina development in Old Bight. According to Davis, the developers faced delays due to various factors,...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS-  A Central Bank commissioned anti-money laundering (AML) report has revealed that Bahamian banks and trust companies have a strong compliance culture, with only 14 percent of unsolicited approaches from dubious new clients generating a response from local firms.  The Central Bank yesterday released an AML compliance report prepared by Evaluasi, a specialist firm known for its AML research, involved...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Free National Movement (FNM) Deputy Leader Shanendon Cartwright yesterday reiterated criticisms of government’s decision to amend the medical insurance policy for security branch members, calling the move “shortsighted.” Speaking on the issue during yesterday’s Parliamentary session Cartwright said, “I still believe  it is shortsighted because when members of the Royal Bahamas Police Force, Defence Force and Corrections officers serve,...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS– Bahamas Waste recently added a new special edition Independence-themed sanitation truck to its line of vehicles. The truck is the latest addition to the company’s fleet of 60 sanitation trucks which have in the past, featured a variety of local community causes from Breast Cancer Awareness to Covid Safety. The truck bearing both the official Independence Logo design...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – MIYA Bahamas, a leading provider of comprehensive water management solutions, are working to inspire the next generation of environmental leaders and advocates for water conservation. With a well-established reputation for promoting sustainable water management practices, the company is leading the charge in empowering young people to take action and make a positive impact on our planet's most...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Police say that a 27-year-old man who is on bail for murder and armed robbery is in custody in connection with recent sexual assaults in the Bacardi Road area. The suspect who is a resident of Lincoln Boulevard was arrested around 2:30pm on Tuesday at his residence by officers from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) without incident.  Officers...

NASSAU,  BAHAMAS-  7th Special Forces Group (Airborne), the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF), and the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) recently conducted a five-week, joint combined exchange training (JCET) to enhance cooperation between the two countries’ armed forces. With transnational criminal organizations relying on existing pathways for their illicit smuggling operations, helping The Bahamas strengthen its security forces is one...