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NACAC President Mike Sands says 2021 ‘will be very hard act to follow’

COMING off what could only be described as an exceptional year for the North American, Central American and Caribbean, president Mike Sands said their athletes will be hard pressed to surpass their achievements in 2021, but they’re looking forward to greater success in 2022.

Deandre Ayton clears COVID-19 protocols

DEANDRE Ayton recently cleared COVID-19 protocols but while fans are still waiting for his return to the court, the Phoenix Suns centre appeared on the leaderboard for a spot in the NBA All-Star game.

Tourism in ‘huge win’ on COVID test ease

Bahamian tourism was yesterday said to have secured “a huge win” after millions of dollars in visitor bookings were rescued by the Government suspending tougher COVID testing measures.

Tourism urges Gov’t to cut 14-day quarantine

Bahamian tourism operators are urging the Government to reduce the 14-day COVID quarantine period, and bring it into line with US and UK measures, to give a further peak season boost.

Realtor unveils his rent-to-own crowdfund plan

A Bahamian realtor yesterday predicted his crowdfunding-driven rent-to-own initiative could build a $10m property portfolio within two years, adding: “The sky’s the limit.”

Ellison Hanna II goes pro

Ellison Hanna II is preparing for a 2022 season where he will serve in multiple roles - a graduate student, assistant coach and his first season of professional baseball.

90 percent of Virtual Junkanoo production team had COVID-19

YOUTH, Sports and Culture Minister Mario Bowleg revealed yesterday that 90 percent of the team contracted to produce a virtual Junkanoo show had COVID-19, which has affected the production.

Worker shortage fears on Omicron explosion

Bahamian employers yesterday voiced fears that the rapid explosion in Omicron cases could result “in our whole system being challenged” by the absence of key workers.

Gambler winnings tax ‘too complex’

The Minnis administration chose not to implement the tax on web shop patron winnings because it was “too complex” and could have driven gamblers back into the underground economy.

Dire predictions of how bad it could be

A NEW study has projected that due to the Omicron variant in The Bahamas, daily case numbers could reach a high of 2,610 by February 13.

Air Canada’s pause ‘certainly bad news’

A senior tourism official yesterday said he would have been more “worried” if Air Canada had suspended its weekly Exuma flight for commercial reasons rather than COVID-19.

Athletes envision a promising future

Coming out of 2021, some of the country’s top athletes were close to realising their dreams or either winning a medal or making the national team for the delayed 2020 Olympic Games, which took place last August in Tokyo, Japan.

IBA to launch inaugural Grassroot Youth Basketball League

AFTER an exciting draft day over the weekend, coach Denykco Bowles said they are all excited about the launching of the International Basketball Academy’s inaugural Grassroot Youth Basketball League next weekend.

Tech bubble or opportunity?

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Numerous stocks from the technology sector have recently been hit hard. Is the Opportunity there now to buy or leave it alone?

EXPLOSION: Staggering 1000 cases in two days with Omicron now running rampant

FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard says the government is being too relaxed in handling the latest surge in COVID-19 cases after the country recorded an unprecedented 1,966 cases from December 27 to January 2.

ISLAND INSIGHTS – Climate Change: Are we ready?

In this segment, we will explore the issues Small Island Developing States (SIDS) such as The Bahamas face regarding climate change. The Bahamas, among other countries within the region, are extremely vulnerable and sensitive to the direct and indirect impact of climate change. It is a topic of concern that some countries have taken seriously while others are moving at a slower pace to address such pertinent issues.

Minister cautions local sporting federations to wait for all-clear

Although most people are eager to resume the full level of competition in the country, Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture Mario Bowleg cautioned the local associations and federations to wait until the all-clearance is given by the Ministry of Health Wellness.

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