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Romer defends criticism that Bahamians are not benefitting from increase in cruise visitors

DESPITE recent criticism that Bahamians are not benefitting from this year’s increase in cruise ship passenger arrivals, Dr Kenneth Romer, deputy director general of the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation, said yesterday this is not what he has seen.

New runway and taxi ways planned for LPIA

A TOP Aviation official said plans are underway for the Lynden Pindling International Airport to gain a new runway and taxi ways. Concerns with control towers and limited operational hours also will be addressed.

Govt defends breakfast programme as it expands to more schools

OFFICIALS have defended against recent criticism of the government’s $1m national breakfast programme, saying despite the “naysayers”, the programme has delivered thousands of healthy breakfast meals to students in the country.

Parking ‘satisfied’: Wynn penthouse project is go

The Town Planning Committee’s chairman yesterday confirmed it has approved Wynn Group’s 14-storey Goodman’s Bay penthouses after it “satisfied” long-standing parking concerns.

Abaco in ‘catch 22’ over Marsh Harbour port plan

Abaco faces “a catch 22” between further fee and cost of living increases and the need to fully restore its main Dorian-devastated commercial shipping port, it was argued yesterday.

Chief Justice is ‘satisfied’ ArawakX $2.4m insolvent

The Chief Justice yesterday ruled “there is more than sufficient evidence” of ArawakX’s $2.4m insolvency to justify appointing a provisional liquidator to take control of its affairs and protect assets.

Bell says Mitchell ‘is the best person for’ chairman

HOUSING Minister Keith Bell proudly said he would re-elect Fred Mitchell to the position of party chairman as the first day of the PLP’s 55th National Convention began.

Gov’t denies BPL $5 late fee plans

The Government yesterday said it has “no intention of allowing Bahamas Power & Light” to impose an extra $5 charge on late-paying consumers and further burden struggling households.

Lynes says she is ‘more than qualified’ to be chairman

PLP deputy chair Robyn Lynes says she is more than qualified for the position of party chairman despite the Prime Minister’s recent comments that he doesn’t support her candidacy for the role.

Mitchell is confident ‘team will stay together’

PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party chairman Fred Mitchell suggested “we’ll have the right results” so that the “team stays together” ahead of the party elections.

TOP EXEC’S DAUGHTER GOT WSC CONTRACT: New revelation about current chief emerges in Adrian Gibson trial

ADRIAN Gibson’s corruption trial began yesterday with Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) executive chairman Sylvanus Petty admitting under cross-examination that his daughter had a contract with the company.

QC graduates sign on athletic scholarships

It was a dream come true for Blue Chips Athletics Club javelin throwers G’Shan Brown and Kaden Cartwright. The two Queen’s College 2023 graduates signed their names on the dotted line for their athletic scholarships yesterday at Empire Fitness Gym to attend Mississippi State University in August.

GSSSA Volleyball Finals: Three teams win titles

THREE teams can now revel in championship glory after winning the titles in the junior and senior divisions of the Government Secondary Schools Sports Association (GSSSA) volleyball championships yesterday at the Kendal GL Isaacs Gymnasium.

Navigating Electrolyte Balance in Athletes: A Vital Component of Performance and Health Introduction

Electrolytes, the unsung heroes within our bodies, play a crucial role in the athletic arena. Sodium, potassium, chloride and calcium are the cornerstone electrolytes that contribute to proper cellular function, muscle contraction and nerve transmission.

Ayton posts double double but Trail Blazers lose in overtime

BAHAMIAN professional player Deandre Ayton posted a double double in the Portland Trail Blazers’ most recent loss in overtime against the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night.

‘Buddy’ Hield scores 11 points in win over Giannis and Bucks

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo scored an NBA season-high 54 points, but committed two turnovers after Tyrese Haliburton’s go-ahead 3-pointer with 1:29 left and the Indiana Pacers beat the Milwaukee Bucks 126-124 last night.

Boy hit by armoured truck remains in serious condition

NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe says he is still awaiting an official report from authorities after an eight-year-old boy on his way to school was hit by an armoured truck.

Shame on govt - $350 not enough

I have a tremendous amount of respect and regard for the Honourable Pia Glover Rolle, Member of the Cabinet of The Bahamas. Nevertheless, I feel it necessary to cry shame upon her suggestion that a minimum of $350 per week for people in The Bahamas would be “a little reckless”.

Watching BPL meters not so simple

Your editorial on the BPL late fee was apropos to say the least. On Sunday last I had a real lesson in humility, as I stood behind a lady who was checking out at a grocery shop. She emptied her trolley, one item at a time, eyes fixed on the register monitor, making sure she did not go over what she could spend, and every so often she would ask the cashier to cancel an item.

IAN FERGUSON: Business must do its part on Xmas security

As we near the start of the holiday season, there is usually an expectation that the criminal element will increase their activity. While we cannot predict the extent to which crime will increase, we do know that economic pressures, increasing social ills and opportunities through increased tourist activity creates the potential for a perfect storm.

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