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Unity is key in the face of threat from this virus

Covid-19 has exposed a dangerous fault-line in our public discourse. Our political leaders are not singing from the same sheet of music to address the pandemic. As a result, we the people are getting mixed messages. The lack of clarity plus the loutish behaviour of some of us has put the nation at risk.

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UPDATED: Most New Providence businesses can open on August 31, no hard lockdown needed

AS he announced that most businesses in New Providence will be allowed to reopen on August 31, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis said new COVID-19 data suggests no hard lockdown is needed at this time for the island.

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Govt issues new Family Island Emergency Order provisions

The Office of the Prime Minister advises the following measures will begin Tuesday, August 25, 2020 at 5 a.m. for Grand Bahama, Andros, Crooked Island, Acklins, Eleuthera, Cat Island, Exuma, Bimini, the Berry Islands, Mayaguana, Inagua and Abaco.

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BAIC to remain open as long as orders permit

THE Bahamas Agricultural and Industrial Corporation will remain open as long as lockdown orders permits it to perform “an essential service in this time of food supply instability,” the corporation said in a statement yesterday.

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Another six added to virus death toll

THE Ministry of Health confirmed that six more people have died from COVID-19 as the country recorded an additional 155 new cases of the virus, according to dashboard information for Friday and Saturday.

Final moments of doomed flight

THE final moments before the helicopter crash that killed billionaire coal tycoon Chris Cline, 60, and six other people have been revealed.

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Gaither and Gardiner victorious in 100m

The coronavirus pandemic may have limited the amount of meets that they compete in, but quarter-miler Steven Gardiner and sprinter Tynia Gaither are making the best of the opportunities they’re provided with.

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62 new cases of COVID-19 and two deaths reported on Saturday

The Ministry of Health reported that there were 62 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases and two deaths on Saturday.

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Five deaths, 93 COVID-19 cases reported on Friday

THE Bahamas recorded five additional COVID-19 deaths and 93 newly confirmed cases of the virus on Friday.

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UB North working to help youngsters rebuild homes

THE University of the Bahamas North, in partnership with HEART 9/11 of the United States, has launched a Pre-Apprentice Programme to train young individuals with skills in roofing and carpentry, while helping to rebuild homes on Grand Bahama destroyed by Hurricane Dorian.

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Water Corp 'hanging on a very tight string'

The Government has little choice but to bail-out a Water & Sewerage Corporation that is "hanging on a very tight string"," a Cabinet minister confirmed yesterday.

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Virus claims another 79 cases plus extra death

THE Ministry of Health confirmed 79 more COVID-19 cases yesterday and another related death.

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FACE TO FACE: Fighting the odds since infancy, MJ keeps smiling - and winning

While many are facing tough times due to the pandemic, there are those whose struggles are exacerbated by medical issues and the subsequent cost of getting proper care. That’s the fight that Michelo McKenzie Sr must overcome for the sake of his son, Michelo Jr.

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IDB: 100,000 workers 'vulnerable' to job loss

More than one in every six "formal" jobs in The Bahamas could be lost due to COVID-19, the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has warned, making 100,000 workers "vulnerable" to the fall-out. An IDB report on the repurposing of more than $19.5m to

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It’s official: Isnord will join Get Better Academy

WILKENSON “Kenny” Isnord will officially join Get Better Academy (GBA) in Prague, Czech Republic, as he makes his transition to pro basketball.

Lyford Cay Foundations announces $1.5m grant for food aid

LYFORD Cay Foundations has announced a commitment of $1.5 million in grant funding for food aid to the Bahamian community.

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Nearly 200 new cases reported in 48 hours

THE Ministry of Health reported 198 new cases of COVID-19 over the weekend, pushing the nationwide total to 1,315.

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Gardiner shows his speed and versatility

LIKE his Bahamian On Track Management, Inc. counterpart Shaunae Miller-Uibo, World Championship men's 400 meter champion Steven Gardiner showed his versatility and speed over the weekend by competing in a pair of meets in Mariette, Georgia.

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133 new COVID-19 cases reported on Saturday

The Ministry of Health reported on Saturday that there are 133 newly confirmed cases of COVID-19.

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UPDATED: 30 new cases of COVID-19, two deaths reported on Friday

COVID-19 cases in The Bahamas have now risen to 1,119.