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A proactive approach to Zika virus

As most of your readers are aware, Zika virus infection can result in abnormal brain and skull development in the developing fetus of women infected early in pregnancy.

Wholesaler researches lobster exports by air

The Bahamas must maximse the economic returns from its key industries, the Prime Minister emphasised, revealing that one food processor is working on growing lobsters.

Unions 'not satisfied' with Employment Act changes

The Trades Union Congress’s (TUC) president says he is “not at all satisfied” with the Employment Act Reforms passed by the former Christie administration, with redundancy pay “a major issue for us”.Obie Ferguson told Tribune Business: “I don’t think

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.

44 KILLED ON ROADS IN 2011

By SANCHESKA BROWN Tribune Staff Reporter sbrown@tribunemedia.net THE Bahamas recorded 10,563 traffic accidents in 2011, with 44 of them being fatal, according to statistics from the Royal Bahamas Police Force. Of those accidents, 8,653 were in New Provi

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BEC chair targets $60m fuel savings

The BAHAMAS Electricity Corporation’s (BEC) executive chairman yesterday said it could save a minimum $60 million annually in fuel costs through the procurement of three new engines for the Clifton Pier power station, telling Tribune Business the benefits would ultimately be passed on to consumers.

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Drainage for Pinewood Gardens would cost $13m

A NEW drainage system at Pinewood Gardens to combat severe flooding in the area could cost the government up to $13 million, according to constituency MP Khaalis Rolle.

Second phase of training to begin

THE second phase of a programme is set to begin designed to produce Bahamian technicians who are equipped with internationally recognised skills needed in the elevator industry.

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Poland defends Bahamas over allegations

POLISH Ambassador yesterday defended the human rights record of the Bahamas amidst ongoing protests over alleged torture of Cuban detainees.

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NAD execs projects more than 24,000 arrivals in Easter

NASSAU Airport Development (NAD) executives projected more than 24,000 arrivals at the Lynden Pindling International airport this Easter holiday weekend during which The Bahamas played host to the 42nd annual Carifta games.

Bimini resort enjoys 32% business spike

BUSINESS at the Bimini Big Game Club Resort & Marina is up 32 per cent year-to-date, its general manager yesterday telling Tribune Business that April and May were “picking up very nicely”.

Gov't urged: 'Follow paper trail' to stop fisheries poaching

FISHERMEN said yesterday there was “absolutely no doubt” that Dominicans were carrying out “well funded” poaching operations in Bahamian waters, the head of the Bahamian Commercial Fishers Alliance urging authorities to simply “follow the paper trail”.

Palm Cay unveils second condo stage

Palm Cay yesterday announced it has opened reservations for Phase 2 of its much-anticipated luxury condominiums, The Anchorage.

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Minister: Maybe it's time to consider gun buy-back scheme

NATIONAL Security Minister Dr Bernard Nottage said yesterday “maybe it is time” to consider a gun amnesty period or gun buy-back initiative in the Bahamas.

VAT real estate 'game changer'

Value-Added Tax’s (VAT) impending implementation may give buyers “the push” to secure properties before January 1, one realtor suggesting: “It may be better to do it now rather than seven months from now.”

112 Haitians deported

MORE than 100 Haitians were deported to Port-au-Prince yesterday. The Department of Immigration said a Bahamasair flight departed Lynden Pindling International Airport at 8.07am to Haiti with 112 Haitians, escorted by a team of law enforcement offic

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Holding up a Torch for Life: regulating weapons

CARIBBEAN Community (CARICOM) countries joined dozens of other nations in fighting for a robust and comprehensive Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) during negotiations at the United Nations headquarters in New York from 2 to 27 July, but their efforts were frustrated by President Barack Obama’s re-election campaign team.

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Team Bahamas in T&T for pre-Olympic boxing showdown

A FIVE-member boxing team is in Trinidad & Tobago as the two countries host a pre-Olympic boxing showdown.

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Murder toll lowest in nine years

THE country closed out 2018 with 91 reported murders, the fewest in nine years, according to The Tribune’s records.

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Minister wants an end to cash for gold

NATIONAL Security Minister Bernard Nottage called for the closure of the country’s cash for gold stores, as well as a ban on copper exports, in light of statistics showing that more than half of all armed robberies are involving jewellery or copper.