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Public has its say over government VAT plans

FOLLOWING the government’s announcement that opinions are being sought on which items should be exempted from Value Added Tax, The Tribune hit the streets to see what Bahamians think about the new tax system, set to come into effect next year.

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Thomas and Barry in high jump final

RIO de Janeiro, Brazil: After they both missed out on their opportunity four years ago in Beijing, China, national champion Donald Thomas and Trevor Barry have secured their spot in the men's high jump final on Tuesday night at the 2016 Olympic Games. Unfortunately, Jamal Wilson fell short in his initial bid to join them.

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'I've never seen it like this before'

By NATARIO McKENZIE Tribune Business Reporter nmckenzie@tribunemedia.net Bahamas-based used car dealers have seen a significant drop off in business year-over-year, with one telling Tribune Business: "I've never see

Ya Hear?

• Ya hear Kanye West and Kim Kardashian to tie the knot? Social media was buzzing as news broke of the couple’s engagement.

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Marinas aim to save '75% of the summer'

Bahamian marina operators yesterday hailed the sector’s June 15 reopening as potentially “saving 75 percent” of the peak summer season, adding: “Our phones are ringing off the hook.” Joseph Dargavage, pictured , managing partner at Harbour Island’s

Rudisha: Would love to face Bolt in relay

By MICHAEL CASEY AP Sports Writer DOHA, Qatar (AP) -- David Rudisha, the 800 meters world champion and Olympic favourite, likes his chances if he faced Usain Bolt in the right race. At a press conference Wednesday for the season-opening Diamond League mee

Top Works officials in 'resignation' bust-up

Two senior Ministry of Works officials were yesterday embroiled in an extraordinary bust-up that saw one publicly call for the other’s resignation - a demand that was quickly dismissed. Melanie Roach, director of works, brushed aside the calls by Om

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Extra $15m for clinic upgrades, says Sands

NEARLY $15m has been earmarked for South Beach Health Centre and Elizabeth Estates Clinic to upgrade both facilities for emergency care, Health Minister Dr Duane Sands said yesterday. It is hoped that, once completed, the improved facilities will pl

Supplies, income fear over Bimini lockdown

Bimini business owners yesterday voiced fears that residents will have insufficient food supplies and income to last for the two-week island lockdown that takes effect this coming Monday. Percy Duncombe, Sue and Joy General Store’s general manager,

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Ayton headlines camp

DEANDRE Ayton returned to the place where his basketball dreams first began. Ayton made an appearance at the 31st Jeff Rodgers Basketball camp yesterday to interact with scores of enthusiastic campers eager to greet the No.1 overall pick in June’s NB

'Call me Habakkuk!'

I love the 12 minor prophets that mentioned within the Holy Scriptures, with their strong, poignant messages that are still relevant for all today. Men like Hosea, Joel, Jonah and a plethora of others that wrote under the guidance of the Holy Spirit

BROKERS LOSE 'TONNES OF BUSINESS' OVER SCOTIA GROUP POLICY

By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor Bahamian insurance brokers have "lost tonnes of business" to Scotiabank (Bahamas) group homeowners insurance programme, a former Bahamas Insurance Brokers Association (BIBA) president yesterday saying both parties

BROKERS LOSE 'TONNES OF BUSINESS' OVER SCOTIA GROUP POLICY

By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor Bahamian insurance brokers have "lost tonnes of business" to Scotiabank (Bahamas) group homeowners insurance programme, a former Bahamas Insurance Brokers Association (BIBA) president yesterday saying both parties

BROKERS LOSE 'TONNES OF BUSINESS' OVER SCOTIA GROUP POLICY

By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor Bahamian insurance brokers have "lost tonnes of business" to Scotiabank (Bahamas) group homeowners insurance programme, a former Bahamas Insurance Brokers Association (BIBA) president yesterday saying both parties

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Lone Olympic swimmer is eager to race

MUCH more mature and focused, she is expected to make her second appearance at the Olympics - this time as the only swimmer in the Bahamian contingent.

Lucayan director predicts one-two years over exit

A newly-appointed Grand Lucayan director is predicting the Government may have to own the resort for one to two years, suggesting that its exit “won’t happen overnight”.Carey Leonard, pictured, a former Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) in-house cou

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Crime 'epidemic' hits Abaco reconstruction

Abaco business and community leaders yesterday said they were "dumbfounded" that The Bahamas' top police officer would refute a crime "epidemic" that threatens to destroy post-Dorian recovery. Roscoe Thompson, the Marsh Harbour/Spring City Council’s

Eagles prepare for Vick's return against Dolphins

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The Eagles are finally getting their quarterback back. Perhaps too little, too late. Michael Vick, the NFC's starting Pro Bowl quarterback a year ago, returned to practice Monday after missing three games with two broken ribs, and will

Eagles prepare for Vick's return against Dolphins

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The Eagles are finally getting their quarterback back. Perhaps too little, too late. Michael Vick, the NFC's starting Pro Bowl quarterback a year ago, returned to practice Monday after missing three games with two broken ribs, and will

Eagles prepare for Vick's return against Dolphins

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The Eagles are finally getting their quarterback back. Perhaps too little, too late. Michael Vick, the NFC's starting Pro Bowl quarterback a year ago, returned to practice Monday after missing three games with two broken ribs, and will