islandlad 8 years, 2 months ago on Baha Mar staff funds deposited
Baha Mar staff funds deposited
Quick comment that i'd like some feedback on. While I truly am sorry for so many people to have lost their jobs........A) this happens in business all the time. B) Most all employees at Baha Mar not only got paid up to the date they were let go, but beyond that time for being at home and not working. I believe it was October, and this was allegedly done out of monies disputed by the Govt owed to Baha Mar for the roads project that the Govt. withheld so this money was owed back to BML and not directly to employees. C) The main question I'd like feedback on, why are employees who didn't work and performed no duties, Beyond the being let off date, getting monies paid out first when actual contractors who did work and provided services and products which they have floated the bill on and is indeed a pure loss to their company, getting paid after the employees?
banker 8 years ago on Israel is seeking ‘technological co-operation’ with the Bahamas
Israel is seeking ‘technological co-operation’ with the Bahamas
I'll see your bible quote and raise you a Winnie The Pooh quote:
”People who don’t think probably don’t have brains; rather, they have grey fluff that’s blown into their heads by mistake.” ― Winnie the Pooh
Citizen777 7 years, 8 months ago on Pastors' plea to US on gay rights
Pastors' plea to US on gay rights
[Part 3] As to “sticking to the issue,” We would like to encourage a continuation - and in fact- an evaluation of The Hon. Dame Anita Allen's lecture, “Law In A Changing Society” Reconstructing Marriage,” on June 14, 2016, in which she dealt very energetically with the definition of marriage according to our Bahamian Constitution, and in which one could safely say, she threw Christianity and the church "under the bus" when she said, among other things: “Bahamian society has changed. We are now a multi-cultural and multi faith society, in which many do not ascribe to Judeo Christian beliefs. And in determining the way forward it may well be necessary to give serious consideration to whether there is any longer any reason why the contours of contemporary secular marriage should continue to be shaped by Judeo Christian doctrine.” This is a remarkable declaration, to say the least! From a philosophical and religious/theological perspective, she has turned our entire history and cultural foundation on its head. All of a sudden, values are subjective, not absolute, and are dependent upon a changing and “progressing” society! Wow! In my humble opinion, she has in a very intellectual and sophisticated way, introduced and substituted what is now being called, "The New Civic Religion," a “progressive” philosophy that is stoked by based upon secular humanism. And it is being done “from the top down,” which makes it very difficult to track and “keep an eye on” – until it hits you in face!
I did not have the privilege of attending the prestigious event in which she gave her speech, but I secured a copy of it and read it with much enthusiasm, surprise, amazement and satisfaction, that at least she dealt with this important issue head on. She very appropriately and skillfully highlighted the core of this SAME SEX marriage issue: the meaning of marriage itself. THAT is the issue with which we are concerned in our letter. Not an individual's lifestyle.
So, I join her in this hope so compassionately expressed: “It is my sincere hope, that as we discuss and determine how to reconstruct our marriage laws to meet the needs of our changing society, we faithfully adhere to our country’s motto to move: forward, upward, onward, together.” We must not leave out the “upward [toward our God]” aspect as we do so.
Thanks for the space.
Selah!
Allan R.Lee President Teleios Theological Training Inst..
Citizen777 7 years, 8 months ago on Pastors' plea to US on gay rights
Pastors' plea to US on gay rights
[Part 2] Second, We would appreciate her citing specifically how and where we have expressed the "vitriolic tone” she has charged us with, especially since we desperately try avoiding doing that very thing when we are in dialogue on this issue. Also, she, as well as most of those who responded to your article on your website, have inappropriately broadened our focus on same sex marriage to include ALL those of the LGBTQ community personally. This is an inaccurate, judgmental conclusion. Our concern in the letter is with the ISSUE of same sex marriage, NOT the individual per se. That is also why we avoid name calling or judgmental accusations of individuals. Something that most of the respondents on your website unfortunately appear so eager to do, thus diverting our attention away from the issue itself.
Ms. D’Marco also. charges us with being homophobic. Again, it amazes me how such unfounded accusations are made by those who hold the contrary view to ours. Name calling and personal attacks against one's character are almost automatic. Again, I direct you to the respondents to your article on your website. How often, if at all, do you see "us" "take the low road" and retaliate with such terns as "heterophobic" or "Christian-phobic" against those of who hold a contrary view?!
Moreover, she implies that we think we are living in a theocracy and stresses the fact that we are in fact, living in a Democracy. She is wrong in the first instance, but correct in the second. In fact, we proudly say that's exactly why we believe we have the right to express our views as much as anyone else in our democracy... and that without being "demonized" by those who disagree with our views. I believe we are still living under the rule of "freedom of speech" and "freedom of religion" in our democratic country. Unfortunately, some of a different persuasion on this issue of same sex marriage, seem to think those “rules” or “rights” apply only to them.
In keeping with this, it should be pointed out that we are not making our "case" purely from a Biblical or even a religious perspective, but from a historical, sociological and "scientific" one as well. In other words, Historical, observable events establish the fact that marriage between a man and a woman is best for an ordered society. That's being "scientific." We have abundant evidence to subtantiate this position, but both space and medium prohibits from presenting it here at this time. However, if you would be agreeable to publish such evidence as presented, we will gladly supply it to you. [To be continued]
Citizen777 7 years, 8 months ago on Pastors' plea to US on gay rights
Pastors' plea to US on gay rights
[Due to length of this response, it will be posted in three separate postings] [Part 1] Dear Ms. Virgil Thank you for your fine reporting on the "Trump Letter" that hundreds of Caribbean Christian leaders have joined together in sending to the new President if the United States.
We did so for two basic reasons: First, the execution of the former Administration's orders to its ambassadors to aggressively promote the elimination of any local laws, policies, etc. that opposes or prevents same-sex marriage ... and that the Caribbean (including the Bahamas) was a special focus for 2016-17... to help bring about this UN driven global agenda, is extremely offensive to us and borders on infringing upon our sovereignty as a democratic country. We do not believe our way of life and moral values should be forced upon us by so called "progressive” outside forces."
Second, to proactively foster the centuries long belief that marriage is a sacred union between a man and a woman, and the basis for a strong, morally healthy society, and in fact, upon which our entire Western Society is based.
We well understand and respect the response of Ms. D’Marco – and we say that with the utmost sincerity – however, we are extremely disappointed in the manner in which she has chosen to express it. She, unfortunately, takes on the same “tone” with she charges us. Due to the importance of the issue and the hope that perhaps a foundation can be laid for ongoing constructive dialogue, we are compelled to respond in some detail to her remarks as recorded in your fine article, and we do so in a spirit of love and genuine concern for the spiritual and sociological welfare of our people.
As mentioned, Ms. DeMarco begins by describing our letter as "vitriolic." First, if this is so, we humbly apologize on part of all signatories. That was not our intention. We can truly say, in a sincere attempt to follow our Saviour, and as good Bahamian Christian citizens, "we love you," and believe that, since He died for all people, we are all similarly "precious in his sight." It is the Bible ALONE that tells us we are ALL made in the imago Diol – “in the image of God. [To be continued]
realfreethinker 7 years, 1 month ago on Eight-year-old killed doing homework as man shot dead
Eight-year-old killed doing homework as man shot dead
that's part of the problem. They pend too much time praying to a deity rather than affecting change. Aint no amount of prays id going to stop this so ya'll better wake up
Well_mudda_take_sic 7 years, 1 month ago on New spy bill tabled
New spy bill tabled
Christie and Maynard-Gibson would have somehow rationalized having every phone and computer at The Tribune and Nassau Guardian and the homes of their Editors and owners tapped and surveilled over and over again for lengthy periods of time. What amazes me is how so little public attention is so far being paid to the proposed spy statute given its national importance and significance.
DonAnthony 6 years ago on Nygard pays out $2.6m to go home
Nygard pays out $2.6m to go home
Wondering if madhatter was on the payroll as well. Tired of these sellouts! Too many Bahamians, especially the leadership of the PLP were willing to take the financial handouts from mr. nygard who flouted the laws of this commonwealth and destroyed the environment all for his selfish pleasure. Should be massive environmental fines levied in this case to make an example out of him and deter others from desecrating this beautiful country.
ThisIsOurs 5 years, 10 months ago on Top judge laments failure to appoint Chief Justice
Top judge laments failure to appoint Chief Justice
I'm not sure if you're joking or not...but anyway... It reminds me of the girls who wear the remy hair down to their hip and swish it about as if they've forgotten that it's not even their hair. It's a thing that says that your status or quality as a justice, lawyer "whatever" is not tied to that archaic thing on your head that has zero links to your true identity. Take it off, give it a decent burial, thank the queen for her help such as it was and then show the court your quality by what you do, not the price you paid for the wig. I can imagine there is many an aspiring lawyer who's just waiting for the day they too can wear a white wig and parade downtown in a full wool suit and long robe with wig in 90 degree heat, they've probably already determined what style they want and how they'll save their first pay cheques to get it....it just seems substanceless
Chucky 4 years, 7 months ago on PM condemns wealthy owners who rushed to lay off staff : Where’s your heart ... your compassion ... your soul?
PM condemns wealthy owners who rushed to lay off staff : Where’s your heart ... your compassion ... your soul?
“(Employees) who had made them wealthy; who had given them the opportunity to send their children to university both here and abroad; who have given them opportunities for their children to become professionals and leaders in this country; who have given them opportunity to live in lavish homes and have great lives - individuals (and) Bahamians who are from humble beginnings but who have made sacrifices to make fellow Bahamians wealthy and living good.
“Yet after all the sacrifices these Bahamians did, those who have attained wealth have laid off such Bahamians. I ask you, are you humane? Where is your heart? Where is your compassion? Do you have a soul?”
That is what it is to be wealthy! There is no “humanity” in capitalism, their is only “capital”.
It’s as much as they can get for as little as they have to do!
The_Oracle 4 years, 6 months ago on Courts urged: Have a heart
Courts urged: Have a heart
It could well be the silver lining of this Pandemic, that of reflection, the overt display of our failings.
NIB, the inordinate processing timelines and bureaucracy, the Apparent non remittance of employee contributions, tardiness in contributions, and the "deals" made to supposedly pay arrears.
Quite simply, fraud and theft. Is this not what the Judges should be presiding over?
The subject of this article, that of access to Justice, or lack of, and the inconsistency.
Murderers get bail, Coconut sellers get hard time. People going to jail for lack of Potable water?
A lack of decent and sanitary prison facilities. I believe Fox Hill was built for 400, not 750, yet it houses over 2000. A national travesty and shame.
Are we really going to send Covid violators to what is no doubt the worst prison in the Hemisphere?
Our lack of respect for the Dead is longstanding, the lack of care and upkeep of the paupers graveyard has been in and out of the press for decades.
Much food for thought in this. And this list could literally be endless.
longgone 4 years ago on Sir Sean Connery dies age 90
Sir Sean Connery dies age 90
A Legend---Rest in Peace 007!!
Chucky 3 years, 11 months ago on ‘Concerned over Nygard? Not me’
‘Concerned over Nygard? Not me’
Davis knew, Christie knew, Ingram knew, Minnis knew! We all knew what Nyguard was doing.
In fact, the knowledge was so widespread, and was known for so long, that it was actually a thing! If you went to a Nyguard party, well it was known that you should not talk about it, not in general conversation, it was something you’d do and only talk about quietly.
There are no surprises in the allegation.
Nyguard offered pampering parties for young women for free. Makeup ,manicures, etc , all free. This was the scouting mission.
The chosen ones would be invited back to his real parties.
Everyone knew this.
Anyone who has been to a Nyguard party , has seen him in action. Has seen scantly clad, or partially naked, or even fully naked girls in the various hot tubs. The girls so high on something they look spaced out. Nyguard with his arms draped over them, two at a time.
Everyone knew.
The tribune, they know. To this day the tribune limits comments on all stories directly related to Nyguards escapades. The press protect the rich criminals. Perhaps because they fear lawsuits. Or perhaps for other reasons. The owners of the media, well the shareholders are members of elite society, maybe the press tries to keep this quiet lest one of their own gets exposed as being involved.
Anyhow, anyone who is now talking of outrage, or show disgust is simply reacting due to the truth being exposed.
None of the population was crying foul all the while this was happening.
Everyone could have said or done something years and years ago.
But in true Bahamian fashion, a blind eye was turned.
The current “outrage “ is a sham. Fake ! All because this is now in the media !
JokeyJack 3 years, 7 months ago on INSIGHT – BEHIND THE WALLS: An ex-con and his 15 years in Fox Hill prison
INSIGHT – BEHIND THE WALLS: An ex-con and his 15 years in Fox Hill prison
Amnesty International is a disgusting pathetic organization that does absolutely nothing except run their mouth. What changes have they brought about anywhere in the world? Anyone can produce a long list of problems. We don't have a problem shortage. We have a solution shortage.
The churches here are the same. Some pastors go into the prison on Sundays and pray with the prisoners. Oh yeah - that helps plenty - LOL.
If a gay cruise ship ties up at port you will see tons of Christians downtown protesting - but knowing full well what goes on at the prison they do nothing. Why are there no church marches? Why is Fox Hill Road and Prince Charles not shut down by protesters every other Sunday?
Bahamians - keep putting your money in the plate of these do-nothing organizations and you will continue to get what you have gotten the last 50 years - nothing and more nothing.
FreeUs242 3 years, 7 months ago on Agony of murder victims' families
Agony of murder victims' families
No programs in communities to save the younger generation in schools from falling prey to this evil occult. Some of the young kids growing up in broken homes, so they turn to a life of crime being pressured by the older group. How do drugs and powerful army guns come into the country? This has been going on for years destroying our generation to be monsters to society. The higher ups (rich) is behind alot of today's corruption of bringing in these stuff and supplying ordinary thugs with high end weapons & drugs. The buyers here knows how to smuggle in these weapons and make a profit of selling it to the streets. (GANGS)
Clamshell 3 years, 5 months ago on Lanisha lashes back at ousting
Lanisha lashes back at ousting
If The Tribune is truly concerned with “sexism”, it should halt the practice of referring to females by their first name in their headlines, especially when they’re of the MP level.
Referring to her as “Lanisha” in the headline is the heighth of sexism; after all, they don’t refer to Dr. Minnis as “Hubert” in their headlines. Grow up, Tribune. This isn’t high school.
mandela 3 years, 4 months ago on Independence plan strikes wrong note
Independence plan strikes wrong note
The Bahamas is nothing but a confused country, at one point they're allowing the RAINBOW flag to fly freely then the following month they're talking about our Independence celebrations being about a Christian message and eluding to the fact that we are a Christian nation, talk about being CONFUSED.
TruePeople 8 years, 10 months ago on ‘Bringing in FBI shows crime pledge was untrue’
‘Bringing in FBI shows crime pledge was untrue’
Boy what this place would be if we didn't have foreigners to always bail us out !!
From the Haitians cutting grass, to the Chinese commandeering our economy, to the consultants from the 'first-world'.....
Our destiny is very much guided by foreigners, many of our nations victories are won by foreigners, Hell our two main industries (tourism and banking) are both reliant of foreigners and now in a time of need, who we call? Foreigners!!!