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Gov't pushes on PPP financing for airports

The Government has "shifted" to a public-private partnership (PPP) model to finance "hundreds of millions of dollars in investments" for Family Island airports, a Cabinet minister said yesterday.

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ART OF GRAPHIX: The graphic benefits from a design career

A graphic designer is a professional responsible for designing contents for products and various activities related to print, advertising, website, magazines, brand identity and games. This role calls for understanding a client’s needs before making a design decision. There are many benefits involved with being a graphic designer, both job and lifestyle-related. A good salary is not the only thing that matters.

GB Chamber chief's airport deal hopes

Grand Bahama's Chamber of Commerce president says he expects the Government’s purchase of Grand Bahama International Airport could be announced by the month's end.

Minister: Difficult to put limits on social welfare

A Cabinet minister yesterday said it was difficult to place timelines and limits on the Government's COVID-19 social assistance initiatives given the continued uncertainty created by the pandemic.

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UPDATED: Abandoned Bay Street building destroyed in blaze

AN abandoned two-storey building on Bay Street was engulfed in flames Friday afternoon, destroying the structure.

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DIANE PHILLIPS: Out of the pandemic, a new way of talking

TEN years ago, unless you worked in the WebEx division of Cisco, you would never have heard the name Eric Yuan. Heck, even five years ago he was just one of those Silicon Valley geeks, an engineer with a dream, to create a better video conferencing system that was easy to sign in and out of, operated with low overhead expenses, offered high quality virtual interaction and was inexpensive for the consumer.

Grandmother: I’ve been waiting for food help since last year

WHILE the coronavirus pandemic has led to a downturn in fortunes for many, others who were struggling even before COVID- 19 say they are having a hard time making ends meet.

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Restrictions are not helping small business

CONTINUED restrictions under extended emergency orders are not conducive to economic growth and do not bode well for small businesses, a top banker has told The Tribune.

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Rested Kings get 29 points from ‘Buddy’ Hield, defeat Magic 121-107

ORLANDO, Florida (AP) — Chavavo “Buddy” Hield scored a season-best 29 points, hitting seven 3-pointers, and the well-rested Sacramento Kings beat the Orlando Magic 121-107 last night.

UNION CHIEF: SEVERANCE PAY OVER UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

A trade union leader yesterday said he preferred full severance packages for furloughed workers to the Government extending unemployment benefits until the end of February.

Financial institute may end in-person classes

The Bahamas Institute of Financial Services (BIFS) executive director yesterday said she was “encouraged” by the number of professionals seeking to upgrade their skills during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Helping women in need dress for success

IN PARTNERSHIP with the Salvation Army, which is celebrating 90 years of service in the Bahamas, local clothing brand CAY 92 is currently conducting a drive to encourage people to donate gently used professional clothing for women in need.

Arbitration boost for local society

The adoption of arbitration and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) measures will have a “positive effect” on Bahamian society, a former Bar Association president believes.

HEATING UP: NCAA Division I Weekend standouts

THE weekend of NCAA Division I featured several Bahamian players in rescheduled double headers, standout performances on the court and postponed games due to COVID-19.

Oil drill opponents hail insurance intervention

Oil exploration opponents yesterday hailed growing international pressure for Bahamas Petroleum Company (BPC) to show it has sufficient insurance to cover any pollution clean-up costs.

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Discus national record holder Serena has lofty goals

BAHAMAS women’s discus national record holder Serena Brown is working on some lofty goals in her senior year as a member of the Iowa Hawkeyes women’s track and field team.

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STATESIDE: Honest public service or a time to fill your pockets?

BE honest. What do you really think about government?

Oil explorer told: 'Come clean' over unpaid fees

Oil exploration opponents yesterday urged the Government and Bahamas Petroleum Company (BPC) to "come clean" on all their commercial agreements including the latter's unpaid licence fees.

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Moss clears personal best

It was a great start to the collegiate indoor season for jumper Daejha Moss and quarter-miler Megan Moss in two separate meets on Saturday.

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Major PI resort to shut Sunday

A major Paradise Island resort will offer workers voluntary separation packages following this Sunday's closure that will put at least 85 percent of staff back on temporary furlough.