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Pitch your tourism idea

THE government will extend an invitation for Bahamians to pitch new tourism products to the cruise industry next month, Tourism Minister Obie Wilchcombe said yesterday.

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$900m risk from rising sea levels

RISING sea levels could cause the tourism industry to lose almost $900 million a year by 2050, says a research group.

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Public says no to VAT, according to new survey

A SURVEY has been launched to gauge what Bahamians think about Value Added Tax – with the early results showing the majority of those polled reject it.

Realtor targets Chinese market

Mario Carey Realty (MCR) is going the extra mile – 3,840 miles to be exact - to attract buyers to the Bahamas.

Teachers join VAT opposition

The BAHAMAS Union of Teachers’ (BUT) president said yesterday that its 4,000 members were adding their voices in opposition to the “regressive” Value-Added Tax (VAT), as there was still a “great deal of uncertainty” as to how the profession would be impacted.

Pastor accused of scam says he was framed

A BARBADIAN pastor accused of scamming Bahamians into giving him their prized possessions in exchange for prayers and a “word from God” says he was framed in a plot that sought to ruin his reputation forever.

Mexicans group front runner for GB casino

TOURISM Minister Obie Wilchcombe said yesterday the Government was viewing a Mexican group as the front-runner to become the new casino operator at the Memories Grand Bahama Beach and Casino Resort.

Palm Cay adds 20 jobs with eatery

Palm Cay, the real estate development on New Providence’s southeastern coast, has added 20 jobs through completion of its Marina & Beach Club.

‘SIGNIFICANT’ RISE IN SYPHILIS CASES

THE number of syphilis cases among other reported instances of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) is on the rise in the Bahamas, said Ministry of Health officials yesterday.

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Boat show sparks '10 times' 2012 interest

A BAHAMIAN boat/yacht broker expects the “fantastic” turnout at the weekend’s PalmCay Boat Show will translate into significant sales over the next few months, telling Tribune Business the 2013 version generated ‘10 times’ the amount of interest compared to last year.

Follow West Point model on new staff

By D’Arcy Rahming

Freeport call centre eyes up to 600 jobs

A Freeport-based call centre set to open this fall yesterday suggested it could createup to 600 jobs, although it will start with 100 or one-sixth of that amount.

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Lourawls Nairn heads to Michigan

LOURAWLS Nairn will be taking his talents to East Lansing, Michigan, in the fall of 2014 after he verbally committed to the Michigan State Spartans yesterday.

Cigarette manufacturer targeting $3m in sales

A Grand Bahama-based cigarette manufacturer is reporting “excellent market interest” in its Palms brand less than three months after its launch, with sales exceeding initial expectations.

Haitians left homeless by fire hold meeting

MEMBERS of the Haitian community in Abaco which was ravaged by fire on New Year’s Eve met last night to discuss the way forward.

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Drivers speak up for greater role

LIMOUSINE drivers yesterday elected new executives for their association in a bid to increase their visibility in the industry. President elect Ellington Ferguson said the new team will move immediately to restructure the organisation, which he felt had grossly under-represented its some 200 members thus far.

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Jonquel Jones on fire

JONQUEL Jones has found her shooting stroke and the Connecticut Sun are set to make a late-season push toward the WNBA playoffs.Jones finished with a game-high 21 points, 7-13 from the field including 4-8 from three-point range in just 18 minutes of

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Public primary schools ‘buzzing’ in golf nationals

THE Bahamas Golf Federation’s Driving Range at the Baillou Hills Sporting Complex was once again buzzing with activity as 99 golfers participated in the government primary schools’ section of the National Schools Golf Championships.

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Man admits having gun and drugs

A 21-year-old man who was caught with a quantity of ammunition and drugs must pay $3,200 to avoid spending nine months behind bars.