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WORLD VIEW – Oceans: Do Caribbean countries sink or swim?

THE peoples of small island states and coastal communities have long relied on the ocean for a multitude of benefits, including recreation, the delivery of goods and tourists, and a vital source of food through fishing. However, all these benefits, and much more, are currently under grave threat due to climate change, global warming, and sea-level rise. The damage is already taking its toll, imperceptibly but steadily, and it is crucial that we take action to preserve and develop the economic opportunities that the sea around us holds.

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$9.1m in WSC upgrades to help Exuma flourish

The Water and Sewerage Company (WSC) revealed it will be investing $9.1m in infrastructural upgrades for Exuma.

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Load shedding continues while BPL works to restore generation in North Andros

A WEEK after a catastrophic fire damaged Bahamas Power & Light’s facilities in North Andros, electricity has not been fully restored on the island.

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SUFFERING ON THE STREET AS HEAT SOARS: Hot weather affecting everyone, but homeless are especially vulnerable

BAHAMIANS of all backgrounds are scrambling for relief from the brutal heat this summer, but for some of the country’s poorest residents, managing the conditions is an existential challenge.

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Andros Chickcharnies win the gold medal in tennis

GB Lucayans win silver, Eleuthera Adventurers take home bronze

WITH an ace down the sideline, Jacobi Bain, teaming up with fellow collegian Sydney Clarke, pulled off an 11-9 victory yesterday in the mixed doubles to seal a 4-3 win for the Andros Chickcharnies over the Grand Bahama Lucayans.

Summertime and sailing returns with the successful launch of Regatta in the Abacos

THE rebirth of the summer sailing regatta in the Abacos was a success and demonstrated “the spirit of sailing in grand style”.

Are we truly Independent Bahamas?

HAPPY 50th Anniversary Bahamas: What should we do in the next 50 years and beyond? Considerations for constitutional change.

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Man arrested in connection with sexual assault of 82-year-old woman

POLICE arrested a 50-year-old man yesterday in connection with the sexual assault of an 82-year-old woman.

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Father accused of sexual assault of his daughter on two occasions

A FATHER is behind bars after he was accused of sexually assaulting his teenage daughter twice over almost two years.

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Man gets sentenced to 18 months for possession of drugs and ammunition

A MAN was sentenced to 18 months in prison after admitting to having 50 rounds of live ammunition and $8,500 worth of marijuana in his home last week.

Independence holiday sees Family Island visitors soar

FAMILY Islands are reporting high volumes of visitors over the Independence Day holiday weekend.

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FACE TO FACE: Arlene Nash-Ferguson’s legacy - The ‘Mother’ of modern Junkanoo

SHE was a little girl, just four years old when she first stepped foot on Bay Street in a colourful, completely fringed outfit to rush in the Junkanoo parade. It was adorable to see little Arlene performing. With eyes beaming and a big, bright smile, she moved to the beat of the Junkanoo drum.

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Lady Buccaneers strike gold

The sixth edition of the Bahamas Golden Jubilee Games returned to New Providence this past Friday. Among the sporting disciplines to kick off the competition this weekend were volleyball, baseball, soccer, tennis, swimming, sailing, edukarting and cycling.

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NP Buccaneers knock off the Eleuthera Adventurers

Book ticket to gold medal game in baseball

IN a battle of two remaining undefeated teams, the New Providence Buccaneers knocked off the Eleuthera Adventurers to book their ticket to the gold medal game for baseball in the sixth Bahamas Games.

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Clash of the titans for gold, silver and bronze medals in tennis action

THE clash of the titans for the gold, silver and bronze medals in tennis at the sixth Bahamas Games will not include the New Providence Buccaneers.

NACAC team named

Major international championships all set for July 21-23 in Costa Rica

IN the aftermath of a successful hosting of its National Track and Field Championships, the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations announced the selection of its first major international team for the summer.

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Expensive superstars

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Ticket business for the superstars in the entertainment industry is shared by a few providers worldwide. While the Live Nation group (LYV.US) with its subsidiary Ticketmaster dominates the business in the US, the German Eventim (EVD) is one of the leading international ticketing and live entertainment providers in Europe.

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Two shutouts in Bahamas Games baseball

TWO shutouts were recorded during the first day of competition in the Golden Jubilee Bahamas Games under-23 baseball competition on Friday at the Andre Rodgers Baseball Stadium.

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Bahamas Games tennis: Wins for Andros, New Providence and Grand Bahama

DAY one of the tennis competition in the Golden Jubilee Bahamas Games at the National Tennis Centre saw some exciting matches as Andros, New Providence and Grand Bahama all prevailed in their team matches.

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Mother pleads guilty to cruelty to children charge

A MOTHER was sent to prison last Wednesday after admitting to neglecting her 4-year-old daughter.