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Retail optimism on Back to School VAT 'holiday'

Bahamian retailers yesterday voiced optimism that the government’s declaration of a two-week back-to-school VAT “holiday” will boost sales and spending by hard-pressed Bahamian consumers. John Cathopoulis, general manager of John’s Shoes Store, told

Super Value more than triples inventory levels

Super Value’s principal yesterday said he has more than tripled the supermarket chain’s inventory levels to guard against coronavirus disruption, and warned: “Panic buying is not doing any good.”Rupert Roberts revealed that he has increased stock lev

'Shake tree harder' with existing taxes

The Government was yesterday urged to “shake the tree harder” with the existing system before turning to Value-Added Tax (VAT), a key player in the fledgling Bahamian Federation of Retailers warning this nation was unlikely to buck the region’s “unsuccessful implementation” trend.

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'Only way is up' over Bahamas business ease

A Cabinet minister says “the only way to look is up” when it comes to The Bahamas’ 118th ranking in the World Bank’s “ease of doing business” index.Kwasi Thompson, pictured, minister of state for Grand Bahama, told the island’s second Technology Summ

Financial provider slams 'absurd' IMF

A BAHAMIAN financial services provider yesterday slammed the IMF’s “absurd” conclusion that this nation has minimised the economic impact of the sector’s contraction.Paul Moss, principal of Dominion Management Services, told Tribune Business that the

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Sailor in the spotlight

Joshua A Weech began sailing in January of 2015 at age 9. His older brother, then age 12 was already sailing so Joshua was around the Nassau Yacht Club whenever his brother had sailing. Joshua expressed an interest in starting and the rest is history

Potter's Cay suffers mixed virus impact

Potter’s Cay vendors yesterday disclosed that the coronavirus has had a mixed impact on business to-date, with some saying it was “down bad” and others seeing minimal effects. Sandra Ferguson, the Midnight Spot’s general manager, told Tribune Busine

A taste of the Bahamas at the London Olympics

LONDON, England — Atlantis chef Arvin Humes was sidelined for a couple of days with sickness, but he’s back and in the kitchen cooking a variety of Bahamian dishes for the many persons who stop in on a daily basics at the Bahamas Rock to meet and greet Bahamians attending the 2012 Olympic Games.

Andros MP unhappy he was not consulted on project

NORTH Andros and the Berry Islands MP Carlton Bowleg said it is “high disrespect” for investors to pursue a massive development affecting his constituents without consulting him first.He was referring to a proposed multi-million development in Morgan

STRAUSS: BIGGEST CHALLENGE TO COME FOR ENGLAND

By STEVE DOUGLAS AP Sports Writer LONDON (AP) -- Having achieved their long-awaited aim of becoming test cricket's top-ranked side, England captain Andrew Strauss warned his teammates Thursday that the challenge of staying at the summit will be much more

STRAUSS: BIGGEST CHALLENGE TO COME FOR ENGLAND

By STEVE DOUGLAS AP Sports Writer LONDON (AP) -- Having achieved their long-awaited aim of becoming test cricket's top-ranked side, England captain Andrew Strauss warned his teammates Thursday that the challenge of staying at the summit will be much more

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'Shots fired' during an attempted robbery of KFC

A CUSTOMER was left traumatized after shots reportedly rang out during an attempted armed robbery at the Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant on Pioneer’s Way on Monday evening.The man shared his frightening ordeal on social media yesterday, telling how

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'We're fighting for the cure our sister couldn't receive'

IN the midst of the fun and revelry of last Saturday’s CIBC FirstCaribbean’s “Soca Party for the Cure” cancer fundraiser, two sisters recounted the story of losing their sibling to cancer earlier this year.Standing side-by-side, Jan Minnis and Nell N

Take up Thy Bed: Coping with grief

By Allison Miller

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Ya hear - Gossip corner

Ya hear Wiz Khalifa complained about inferior marijuana he allegedly bought in the Bahamas? While visiting the country for a recent performance, the rapper posted a picture of what he claimed was bad marijuana he bought in the Bahamas.

Stay true to your business ethics

By Deidre M. Bastian Do you have good business ethics? Would you take on a client whose business was ethically appalling? How far would you stretch the truth to help a client sell their products or services? How far would you go in your promises to win a

Stay true to your business ethics

By Deidre M. Bastian Do you have good business ethics? Would you take on a client whose business was ethically appalling? How far would you stretch the truth to help a client sell their products or services? How far would you go in your promises to win a

Wozniacki, Clijsters into 3rd round

By JOHN PYE AP Sports Writer MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Defending champion Kim Clijsters and No. 1-ranked Caroline Wozniacki advanced to the third round of the Australian Open in contrasting styles on Wednesday. Clijsters needed only 47 minutes to beat

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Storm victims unsure what happens when shelters shut

WITH all shelters in New Providence expected to be deactivated by the end of the year, some storm victims are expressing uncertainty about where they will go next. Stacy Roberts, from Dundas Town, Abaco, said after living at Kendal GL Isaacs Gym for

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