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Cargill BSF president for another four years
FOR another four years, Algernon Cargill will serve as president of the Bahamas Swimming Federation.
‘U.S. playing dirty with spy claims’
THE Chinese Embassy in The Bahamas said reports that China has spied on Americans via Caribbean phone networks are false and another attempt by the United States to sow discord between China and Caribbean countries.
Minister promises to uphold ‘highest casino standards’
The Minister of Tourism yesterday pledged to uphold “the highest standards” of integrity in the Bahamian casino gaming industry, amid suggestions that Baha Mar’s potential purchaser is not a suitable buyer.
Baha Mar 'contacts' over 10,000 recruits
Baha Mar yesterday said it was “more than satisfied” it will find the 5,000-plus full-time staff it needs from the Bahamian workforce, having already ‘contacted’ more than 10,500 persons in its expanding recruitment drive.
BEC takes centre stage at flagship electrical services conference
THE 2015 Caribbean Association of Electric Utilities’ (CARILEC) Engineering and Occupational Health and Safety Conference aims to enhance the electrical services experienced by member countries, said association chairman Hugo Hodge Jr.
Chinese company buys the Hilton
THE China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC) formalised its purchase of the historic British Colonial Hotel and adjoining property yesterday during a deal signing event that marked what government officials believe will be the catalyst for rejuvenating downtown Nassau.
Bahamian retailers push 'Black friday'
Nassau-based companies launching ‘Black Friday’ sales said the promotion helped to boost business, and expressed hope more consumers would embrace the idea and spend locally during the period.
Shanty town resident apologises for comments
THE shanty town resident of Haitian descent whose “inflammatory” comments last week sparked outrage among many Bahamians said yesterday that he went into hiding because he feared death over the perceived threats.
FNM 'has raised the money to fund convention'
THE FREE NATIONAL Movement (FNM) has raised all of the money they needed to fund the party's national convention next week, chairman Sidney Collie said on Friday.
Sister Sister Breast Cancer Group Prayer Breakfast
THE Sister Sister Breast Cancer Group is setting aside time this weekend to show gratitude to God for their successful twelve year journey.
Junkanoo tickets selling fast
TICKETS for prime Junkanoo seating in Rawson Square are selling fast as anticipation builds for the return of the country’s premier cultural expression.
Minister: Sandals return not 'economically feasible'
A Cabinet minister yesterday said Sandals Royal Bahamian's re-opening had been further delayed to May 1 because forecast occupancy levels were not "economically feasible”.
Fears that PLP convention may be as late as March
THE Progressive Liberal Party has yet to finalise a date for its national convention, nearly three weeks after postponing it, as some in the party fear the event will now be pushed back to early March amid difficulty finding available hotel dates in January and February.
Five US concerns about crime – and how we can sort it
The US State Department issues annual advisories for countries around the world, which our local media has on their annual calendar as a headline story for years. So let’s kill the story. Not by asking them not to report on it, but by eradicating the cause.
Smash and grab raid in Baha Mar: Robbers strike inside hotel and target John Bull
TWO men are wanted by police following a “brazen” smash and grab robbery at the John Bull store at Baha Mar yesterday afternoon.
TOUGH CALL: Trust and bias in a changing media landscape
IN THE wake of Donald Trump’s rise to the American presidency, fake news has become a trending topic and media bias is the hot issue of the day.
Breezes '32-month wait' for Baha Mar land proof
SuperClubs Breezes has allegedly been waiting 32 months for proof that the land it will receive from Baha Mar has been freed from all mortgage-related charges.
‘Energy emergency’ refloats $150m power plant proposal
An investor group believes it was “beyond time” to re-present its $150 million Floating Power Plant proposal to the Government, and help solve what has become “a true national emergency” in the energy sector.
Cellular bidder brings 'best of both worlds'
By NEIL HARTNELL
Renewable energy backlash on BPL utility-scale ‘no go’
Renewable energy professionals yesterday rejected PowerSecure’s dismissal of utility-scale solar for New Providence, describing its model costs as “extraordinarily high”.