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THE BIG QUESTION: Preventing government corruption

After the findings of a US State Department report, what do YOU think should be done to prevent government corruption in the Bahamas?

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*SKYGUARD | METEOROLOGY DEPT. WEATHER eUPDATE*

Tuesday, 13th June, 2023.

3PM SKYGuard | Bahamas Dept of Meteorology projected track of Invest 98 (L)

3PM SKYGuard | Bahamas Dept of Meteorology Real-Time satellite long range projected track of future tropical cyclone Invest 98 (L)

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THE BIG QUESTION: Who deserves a national honour?

THE Advisory Committee for National Honours is calling for nominations of notable Bahamians to be considered for a national award.

Tribune to publish digitally during seven-day lockdown

Due to the government's strict seven-day lockdown The Tribune will be published in digital format only over the coming days.

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Boarding school and sports academy to open

THE Bahamas’ first boarding school and sports academy is expected to be completed and opened in the fall, it was revealed yesterday evening at a launch event in the exclusive Albany community.

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Events set to spotlight work of pioneer Bert Williams

THE life and work of Egbert “Bert” Williams will take centre stage next week, as film and culture enthusiasts are set to commemorate the legacy of the Bahamian-born entertainer’s most significant effort, Lime Kiln Club Field Day (1913).

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Nine held after drugs found worth more than $600,000

POLICE arrested nine persons over the weekend, including a Bahamian pilot and two men from Suriname, in connection with three major marijuana seizures in New Providence and Abaco.

Do you know the creator's name?

Do you know the creators name? Most of us would say, “Yes, His name is the Lord God”.Did you know that the Bible indicates that “lord” and “god” are titles and not names? 1 Corinthians 8:5 says there be gods many and lords many, because anything we w

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Cooper warns on migrant move

PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party deputy leader Chester Cooper yesterday cautioned the government to not allow some 29 undocumented migrants to be transported to Ragged Island, saying the move could potentially expose residents there to the novel coronavirus

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Crime down but fears still remain

CRIME in the first half of the year declined by 17 percent compared to the same period last year, Police Commissioner Anthony Ferguson said at a press conference yesterday.

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Defence Force veterans sent on leave

NATIONAL Security Minister Marvin Dames yesterday confirmed that some Royal Bahamas Defence Force officers have been sent on leave - however he declined the specify the exact number.

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Mark Knowles hired as coach of Raonic

BAHAMIAN tennis icon Mark Knowles continues to have an impact on the ATP Tour and on Wimbledon, these days from the sidelines as a coach.The four-time Grand Slam doubles champion was hired as the coach of Milos Raonic, the No.7 ranked player in the w

The mysterious disappearance of Urban Renewal

URBAN Renewal has vanished completely from Grand Bahama...

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Insurer warnings over 15-20% premium hike

Bahamian households and businesses were yesterday warned insurance premiums could increase “across the board” by 15-20 percent this year as underwriters pull back from covering waterfront and Family Island risks.

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Charles W Saunders High School presented with softball equipment

IN showing their appreciation for the support they received for the sixth Bahamas Games, ‘Softball 242’ chief Thomas Sears made a presentation of softball equipment to the athletic department at the Charles W Saunders High School last week.

New automated passport control unveiled at airport

GOVERNMENT and aviation officials yesterday announced the official launch of 20 new Automated Passport Control (APC) kiosks at the Lynden Pindling International Airport, which would allow for US-bound passengers to be processed “up to four times faster”.

Revived Mortgage Plan may assist ‘over 1,000’

The Government yesterday unveiled a revised Mortgage Relief Plan it believes could assist “upwards of 1,000 delinquent borrowers”, via a 20-25 per cent cut to monthly loan payments.

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Bahamas wins its first exhibition game against NFL Flag Miami Dolphins

THE Bahamas won its first exhibition game 21-20 against the National Football League (NFL) Flag Miami Dolphins adult tournament team at the Roscow A L Davies soccer field on Saturday.

Restaurant chain eyeing 20% bond for expansion

A restaurant entrepreneur, who financed his expansion via crowdfunding, yesterday said he now plans to offer a short-term bond paying 20 percent interest to fund the $150,000 required for outfitting a third location.