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Fed Cup: Serena leads US to victory over Ukraine

KHARKIV, Ukraine (AP) -- Serena Williams defeated Lesia Tsurenko 6-3, 6-2 on Sunday to send the United States back into the Fed Cup World Group by clinching a series victory over Ukraine. Williams' win gave the US an unassailable 3-0 lead. Christina McHale

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BTC jumps on board in support of Chris Brown invitational

ALTHOUGH it’s still early in the outdoor season, he’s excited to be putting on his inaugural Chris Brown Bahamas Invitational Track and Field Meet at the new Thomas A Robinson Track and Field Stadium next week Saturday.

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Committee head hits out at concerns over search for new COB president

THE head of the College of the Bahamas’ presidential search committee took exception to criticisms of the search for the institution’s 10th president in 16 years.

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Questions over Govt's landfill Commitment with Baha Mar

QUESTIONS have been raised about the implications of the government’s failure to honour a commitment made by the previous Christie administration to resolve the New Providence Landfill’s issues by December 31, 2017.This commitment was part of the Apr

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Treating common foot woes

Plantar fasciitis (PLAN-tur Fas-e-I-tis) is one of the most commonly seen foot problems today. Pain felt along the bottom (plantar) of the foot from the heel to the arch. The pain is often worse in the morning and at the end of the day. Persons experiencing this problem often ask, how did I get this problem and what could have caused it? How do I get of the pain?

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BATTLE 4 ATLANTIS: UTEP reaches semis, tops Tennessee 78-70

PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas (AP) — Tim Floyd was getting plenty of attention before the Battle 4 Atlantis even started, for all the wrong reasons.

$485m revenue boost via compliance norm

The Government could increase tax revenues by $485 million per annum if it just brought Customs duty and real property tax compliance up to international norms, a Tax Coalition co-chair yesterday warning its potential fiscal reforms were a recipe for “a failed society”.

Cruise port developer in $100m capital raise

The company charged with transforming Nassau’s cruise port into a world-class destination is quietly seeking to raise $100m from the Bahamian capital markets in a tightly-controlled private offering. Multiple Tribune Business contacts, speaking on c

Use poor cyber rating to become 'top of food chain'

The Bahamas should use its “near bottom of the pile” cyber security ranking as motivation to become a “top of the food chain” hub for the global information and communications technology (ICT) industry.Edison Sumner, the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce a

Reading programme helps children to learn every day

AS a part of the BTC Learning Everyday initiative, Centreville Primary’s Grade 3C class enjoyed a morning of laughter and entertainment last week. BTC’s endorsed talent Tyrone Burrows led an engaging reading session of “The Elephant’s Boast” by Susan

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Miller and McAlpine: We're not quitting FNM

TWO MPs fired this week by Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis from government appointments for voting against the VAT increase have dismissed claims they would leave the Free National Movement to become Independent or join the Official Opposition.Since

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OFFICIAL RESULTS: 28th National High School Track & Field Championships

• Here’s a look at the official results of the Ministry of Youth Sports & Culture’s 28th Annual National High School Track & Field Championships:

Journey to 'Incredible' - In the fullness of time

I guess this is a re-introduction of sorts.You’ve gotten to know me as Ayanna with the voice note series, or Ayanna who sings. Let me introduce you to the hardest working Ayanna of them all – the recording artist. She has fought long and hard to add

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The dangers of butt implants

Local surgeon warns of taking short-cuts with cosmetic procedures

Thanks to celebrities like the Kardashians, Nicki Minaj and Amber Rose, not to mention the numerous Instagram models, big butts are now more popular than ever.A big, round booty is for many a must-have to be attractive in this day and age. And while

FML chief makes call for renewables switch

A web shop principal yesterday argued that The Bahamas must do more to capitalise on its renewable energy sources as companies brace for up to 163 percent increases in Bahamas Power & Light's (BPL) fuel charge this summer.

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Haitian relations still 'strong' despite corruption allegations

AFTER an investigation into alleged corruption at the Haitian Embassy in Nassau led to the removal of some diplomats, Foreign Affairs Minister Darren Henfield said the relationship between the Bahamas and Haiti still remains “strong”. Speaking to re

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LPGA player Ekey holds golf clinic for BGF's junior development programme

Fifteen players from the Bahamas Golf Federation’s junior development programme benefitted from a one-day clinic conducted by Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) player Kathleen Ekey.

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Bahamas escapes PR damage from bonefish guide abuse

The Bahamas almost suffered a tourism PR blow after seven visiting sportsfishing journalists saw their guide verbally abused and intimidated by a fisherman engaged in illegal netting.

Contractors chief brands Pointe labour 'ridiculous'

The Bahamian Contractors Association’s (BCA) president yesterday branded local participation at the $200 million Pointe project as “ridiculous”, and demanded proof the developer was abiding by its Heads of Agreement. Leonard Sands also told Tribune

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DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY CHRIS PINDER IN THE FRAME FOR EMMY

BAHAMIAN Chris Pinder has been nominated for a 2014 Emmy for Outstanding Achievement as a Director of Photography.