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Why govt 'hell bent' on reviving Oban?

An ex-tourism minister yesterday questioned why the Government appears “hell-bent” on the Oban Energies deal, suggesting it instead focus on Carnival’s planned cruise port to revive tourism.Obie Wilchcombe, pictured, told Tribune Business: “I do beli

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Hurricanes a symptom of climate change

EVENTS like Hurricane Irma, which devastated Ragged Island as it moved throughout the region this month, have left no doubt humans are living through a period of climate change, CARICOM Secretary General Irwin LaRocque said Friday after landing here.

Architects demand planning process must apply to shanty town buildings

GOVERNMENT is acting on poor advice and setting a terrible precedent over its decision not to demolish some shanty town buildings simply because they are up to code, Bahamian architects have warned, telling Tribune Business that all developments shou

Tommy never had what it takes to be PM

I make no bones about it. Over the years I have been an adviser to all of the leaders and wannabe leaders of our wonderful nation.

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Robinson promises to bring in fresh ideas

FOLLOWING a brief swearing in ceremony at Government House, Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism and Aviation Travis Robinson pledged to bring “fresh and innovative ideas” to aid the country’s tourism recovery amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Man, 26, admits having assault rifle

A 26-year-old man was remanded in custody for seven weeks to await his sentencing for being caught with a prohibited assault rifle and 30 rounds of illegal ammunition earlier this week. Chief Magistrate Joyann Ferguson-Pratt said Levan Cliff Bannist

A shameful process

Anyone doubting that the present government is engaged in the systematic degrading of our country’s vital institutions need only read the media reports of the Shane Gibson case.

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Doctors row may have progress

SENIOR doctors could resume non-emergency services at public hospitals today following a satisfactory meeting with Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday.

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Davis: It appears BUT leader has ‘hypnotised’ PM

OPPOSITION Leader Philip “Brave” Davis is targeting Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis’ relationship with Bahamas Union of Teachers President Belinda Wilson after reports he prompted the government’s capitulation to her recent demands.

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Court action halts shanty town builds

THE Supreme Court order blocking the government from clearing out shanty towns in the country now prevents those residents from altering or expanding those communities.

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Oban boss - 100% we’ll go ahead

ALEXANDER Grikitis, president of Oban Energies, declared his confidence in the future of the $5.5bn oil storage and refinery project after a lengthy meeting with government officials at the Ministry of Labour yesterday.

Portable pensions, redundancy fund under exploration

Portable worker pensions and creating a National Redundancy Fund are among the reforms being eyed by the National Tripartite Committee’s strategic plan, it was revealed yesterday.

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Clinic is a highlight of Heat training camp

For many Bahamian fans, the highlight of the Miami Heat’s training camp in the Bahamas will be today’s community outreach effort.

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Gray: I have nothing to hide

FORMER Minister of Agriculture V Alfred Gray yesterday denied tabloid reports that he was assisting police with any investigation into alleged wrongdoing in his ministry and related agencies.Mr Gray rebuffed speculation that he was involved in any an

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Gibson: FNM ought to be ashamed over economy

MEMBERS of the former FNM government should feel “ashamed” to comment on the performance of the PLP considering the way they left the economy, Labour and National Insurance Minister Shane Gibson said yesterday.

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First game for BGDBA title

ONE team was dominant all season, the other hit an incredible win streak at the right time, and now the two meet to decide The Bahamas Government Departmental Basketball Association title.

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Freedom Farm teams win titles in virginia tourney

THE Freedom Farm Farmers took their game international and emerged with a pair of championship teams at the Metropolitan Junior Baseball League Inner City Classic.

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Cruising into form for Carifta

With the goal to compete in the Carifta Swimming Championships, the Barracuda Swim Club held its Atlantic Medical Invitational meet at the Betty Kelly-Kenning Aquatic Centre over the weekend.

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‘Far-fetched’ dreams do come true

KNOWN for her song writing skills, petite frame and signature powerhouse vocals, Bahamian artist Gia Miran is determined to take her talent to the next level.

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Call for answers over $8m for fleet purchase

AFTER the first of eight new vessels for the Royal Bahamas Defence Force arrived in the Bahamas on Monday, an opposition MP again raised questions over the $8 she claims is “unaccounted for” in the acquisition of the fleet.