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Realtors slam ‘foolish’ $1m residency reform

Top realtors yesterday warned the Government it would be “foolish” to double the permanent residency investment threshold to $1 million, estimating it could undermine up to 60 per cent of active real estate developments.

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RICARDO'S NFL PICKS: All I want for Christmas is another good picking week

AFTER a sizzling 15-1 week 15, there is hope.

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Bahamian pro ball players standout in Europe, Middle East

BAHAMIAN basketball players continue to post standout numbers on their respective circuits throughout professional leagues across Europe and the Middle East.

ART OF GRAPHIX: Don’t revert to type for the best designs

As graphic or web designers, we often focus on the practical aspects of design above all else. We focus on what works, with little regard for why it works. And, in our day-to-day work, that outlook serves us well. It lets us get our work done in an efficient, professional manner, and generally nets good results.

Govt slams S&P for ignoring $1bn Baha Mar impact

The Government last night slammed Standard & Poor’s (S&P) decision to cut the Bahamas’ creditworthiness to ‘junk’ status, arguing that it had failed to “fully consider” growth-enhancing initiatives such as $1 billion in upcoming capital investments at Baha Mar.

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Bran: Senate more interesting with Moncur

NEWLY appointed Senator Branville McCartney said while he does not agree with the view and opinions of his parliamentary colleague Rodney Moncur, the Senate will be “a lot more interesting” with the talk show host in it.

Best of the Best regatta

THE recent Best of the Best Regatta was a huge success in the eyes of the sailors and sailing fans.

Renovated Wyndham re-opens

AFTER an extensive $4m hurricane restoration, Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach Resort reopened its newly renovated property to guests and is expecting 90 per cent occupancy during the Christmas season.

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Bahamas Bowl players settle in at Atlantis

Under unchannelled conditions and in a whole new environment, Eastern Michigan and Old Dominion have arrived and settled down at the Atlantis resort as they now wait for Friday’s showdown in the Popeyes Bahamas Bowl at the Thomas A Robinson Stadium.

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‘Super Mario Run’ makes missteps

Super Mario might be running, but a hefty price tag for a mobile game just won’t fly with the masses.

EDITORIAL: The gift of selfless giving this Christmas

“It is because people feel they can make a difference that they do.”

Bran: Baha Mar deal to stay secret if PLP re-elected

The Government’s agreement with the China Export-Import Bank for Baha Mar’s construction completion is likely to remain ‘sealed’ by the Supreme Court if the Christie administration retains power, the DNA’s leader said yesterday.

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POLITICOLE: Split party, split votes and the leader who splits opinions

‘I, Hubert Alexander Minnis, is the leader of the Free National Movement ...” Cringe.

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With more playing time, Buddy ‘starting to figure it out’

WITH an increase in playing time, Buddy Hield has increased his productivity and is beginning to find consistency and establish his role with the New Orleans Pelicans.

Atlantis is targeting ‘Legend-ary’ Xmas

Atlantis is eyeing 100 per cent occupancy levels over the Christmas and New Year’s holiday period, one resort executive yesterday saying the scheduled concert by award-winning singer/songwriter John Legend  was “drawing good demand”.

EDITORIAL: Time for Dr Minnis to step down

TODAY’S politicians don’t seem to understand that Bahamians are no longer impressed by their promises, yet they continue to throw out the attractive-sounding bait still believing that there are enough voters out there of borderline intelligence to bite.

Cruise line’s pull-out ‘worst case scenario’

The Grand Celebration’s owner has warned that its restructuring hinges on a new agreement with the Ministry of Tourism, and that a pull-out from Grand Bahama would be a “worst case scenario” which costs the Grand Lucayan 50 per cent of its pre-Matthew business.

Developer urges: Don’t ‘destabilise’ residency market via $1m mark

A Bahamian developer is urging the Government not to suddenly “destabilise” the real estate market through plans to change the permanent residency threshold, expressing concern for his $60-$70 million in active sales.

BTC, URCA must come Aliv for new operator’s growth

The Bahamas’ new mobile operator needs help from regulators and its main rival to maintain what its top executive described as a ‘double quick’ roll-out timeframe.

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INSIGHT: Keeping children safe in our classrooms is a lesson we must learn

A comprehensive review of schools security is required not just for now but for the future of our students, former assistant police commissioner Paul Thompson says . . .