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Minnis: BTC probe just a distraction by government

FREE National Movement Leader Dr Hubert Minnis said yesterday that the government’s probe into the sale of the Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) to Cable and Wireless (CWC) is nothing more than “distraction” from the country’s real issues.

GB taxi union chief hits out at illegal tours

DAVID Jones, president of the Grand Bahama Taxi Union, said the most significant issue cab drivers face in the Grand Bahama is with the illegal operation of tour operators at the harbour, airport and hotels. Mr Jones said Minister of Transport Frank

Moultrie secure in confidence challenge

THE Free National Movement’s wide majority in the House of Assembly is clear indication of the expected failure of today’s no confidence vote in Speaker Halson Moultrie, Bamboo Town MP Renward Wells suggested yesterday.

Cabinet Approval for committee to discuss medical cannabis

CABINET has approved the establishment of a committee responsible for public education toward possibly legalising cannabis for medical purposes, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis confirmed yesterday.However Dr Minnis said the make-up of this committee

Robbery ‘ruled out’ in Griffin slaying

THE motive behind businessman Leon Griffin’s murder does not appear to be armed robbery, Royal Bahamas Police Force Commissioner Paul Rolle said yesterday.

PM: Never forget Majority Rule

PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis urged Bahamians to never forget the significance of Majority Rule Day.

A happy day for The Bahamas

In 2017, the Free National Movement came to power atop a crest of lies, amplified by a deeply biased media. How very fitting that in 2021 it was swept away in a tide of ugly truths, despite all the best efforts of the media to mask them.

Olympian’s wait for help drags on

OLYMPIC Gold medalist Ramon Miller says he’s still facing the “dilemma” of needing infrastructure at his Tropical Gardens home two months after his problem attracted national attention.

EDITORIAL: Why it's time we took tackling climate change seriously

How serious are we about tackling climate change here in The Bahamas? We ask because the rest of the world seems to be leaving us in their wake.

Carnival cruise promoter: ‘Things are back on track’

A Bahamas Carnival Cruise promoter yesterday said his company had “more than tripled” its visitor bookings for this year’s festival year compared to 2016.

Andros police officer calls for Bahamians to step up

POLICE Superintendent Bruce Arnett, officer in charge of operations in North Andros, has implored Bahamians to step up and donate as the island’s residents press ahead with recovery efforts after Hurricane Matthew.

Angry words as row breaks out in house

THE House of Assembly’s proceedings yesterday turned into a brief heated argument with some members swearing at each other.

Hall backs decision to vote on gambling

BISHOP Simeon Hall said he believes the government made the right decision in putting the gambling legalisation question to the Bahamian public.

Russell: Moss should be suspended

A FORMER National Insurance Minister has weighed in on the discord surrounding the National Insurance Board, stating Chairman Gregory Moss should have been suspended pending the results of the government’s investigation.

Dean's Blue Hole 'to stay in the hands of Bahamian people'

THE GOVERNMENT moved to allay fears that Dean’s Blue Hole on Long Island will be sold in a multi-million dollar land deal stating that the property “will remain in the hands of the Bahamian people.”

Minister says he has no knowledge of appointments

NATIONAL Insurance Board staff were up in arms yesterday over the appointment of Labour Minister Shane Gibson’s close relative to a managerial position in the organisation, The Tribune understands.

Pastors back yes vote

A GROUP of pastors is throwing its support behind the legalisation of gambling and a national lottery, “hoping” Bahamians will vote “yes” on the upcoming referendum.

Renewable energy duty slashes 'long overdue'

The Government’s plan to eliminate import duties on solar panels and associated inverters was yesterday described as “long overdue”, sending the signal it was serious about facilitating renewable energy and reducing the Bahamas’ reliance on fossil fuels.

Minister addresses sporting issues in Budget

Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture Dr Daniel Johnson lauded his administration’s budget as one that “seeks to give people who have not had a chance yet, a fighting chance, so they can make it.”

Minnis: We will be back

OPPOSITION leader Dr Hubert Minnis blasted Golden Gates MP Shane Gibson yesterday for his suggestion that FNM MPs who boycotted House sessions should have their salaries docked for failing to represent their constituencies.

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