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Cut out the speed bumps

I understand that there is currently a proposal before the Ministry of Works to install even more speed bumps on the eastern end of New Providence, specifically on Sassoon Drive.

WTO ‘no cure’ for structural woes

Full World Trade Organisation (WTO) membership is not a “silver bullet” to cure all the Bahamian economy’s structural problems, trade experts warned yesterday.

Sports and politics

It’s easy to see why politicians love sports champions and celebrities. But all too often we are left wondering if the affection is reciprocated.

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BUN IN THE OVEN: Organise and plan - keys to a stress-free Christmas

IT IS hard to believe that another year has come, and almost gone.

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V Alfred Gray should resign, says FNM MICAL candidate

IF Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries V Alfred Gray had “a shred of honour left” he would resign from his Cabinet post immediately, Free National Movement MICAL candidate Walt Saunders said yesterday.

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‘PLP offers stability as FNM split by in-fighting’

PRIME Minister Perry Christie said yesterday that the changes within the Free National Movement (FNM) that have resulted from infighting in the party have “raised a big question mark for the country”.

National Investment Board row

As one of many thousands of pensioners served by the NIB, I trust that the current dispute and executive uncertainty is not impairing  management’s integrity and ability in handling the NIB’s massive investment portfolio, totaling over $1.5 billion.

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Bishop welcomes 'good gesture'

THE Bahamas Christian Council’s vice-president called the government’s decision to postpone the gambling referendum until next year a “good gesture.”

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MARKETING REVOLUTION: Calls for proper phone behaviour

The other day I was sitting at home relaxing and reading my e-mail on my desktop computer.

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Exploratory oil drilling ahead of referendum

IN A shock move, the Christie administration has broken its promises on oil drilling in Bahamian waters, announcing yesterday that it will allow exploration wells to be sunk ahead of a referendum.

Overstating the deal with BTC

I have just received the document issued by Franklyn Wilson, Chairman of the BTC Negotiating Committee, giving questions and answers about the new “Majority Bahamian Owned” BTC.

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EDITOR, The Tribune.

Pandering to youth in politics

I was quite pleased recently to see an older, experienced politician like George Smith give a much-needed lecture to the inexperienced newcomer Andre Rollins.

Organisations partner in growing alliance

The Save The Bays organisation believes it is moving towards the creation of a national environmental alliance, after gaining another partner in its fight to protect the Bahamas’ marine environment.

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Bimini group joins forces with Save the Bays

ENVIRONMENTAL group Save The Bays has announced a new partner.

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‘Public is wrong over issue of raise in M.P. salaries’

FOREIGN Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell said yesterday that public opinion on the issue of MPs getting a raise and a new Parliament is “wrong” and “pure foolishness”.

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Nygard Cay plan draws international media's gaze

INTERNATIONAL interest in the future of Clifton Bay is rising as Save the Bays intends to file legal action against the government today, seeking judicial review of its public consultation process over Peter Nygard’s proposed expansion plans for Simms Point/Nygard Cay.

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No deaths in Long Island from storm, says police chief

POLICE Commissioner Ellison Greenslade yesterday said there was no loss of life in Long Island from Hurricane Joaquin, despite earlier unconfirmed reports of multiple deaths associated with the category four storm.

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Probe into social media claim over Dion Smith

NASSAU Village MP Dion Smith yesterday said a police investigation has been launched into “erroneous” allegations circulating on social media that he had to be “taken down” from the Paradise Island Bridge over the weekend so he wouldn’t commit suicide.

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Baha Mar accuses Christie of 'misleading' nation and jeopardising resort

BAHA Mar has accused Prime Minister Perry Christie of misleading the country over the details of ongoing discussions in China and further jeopardising the future of the $3.5bn mega resort.