Karin Herig

The Amazing Coconut Palm

The Amazing Coconut Palm By Gardener Jack THE coconut palm is considered the most valuable palm and is rated by some as the most valuable tree in the world. That is quite a claim when you consider the vast timber and orchard industries around the globe.

'Let justice prevail'

TOMORROW, more than 3 million people world-wide will be praying and worshipping together during an annual day of prayer, using a service prepared by Christian women in Malaysia. Annette Poitier, president of the International Committee of the World Day of

'Let justice prevail'

TOMORROW, more than 3 million people world-wide will be praying and worshipping together during an annual day of prayer, using a service prepared by Christian women in Malaysia. Annette Poitier, president of the International Committee of the World Day of

'Let justice prevail'

TOMORROW, more than 3 million people world-wide will be praying and worshipping together during an annual day of prayer, using a service prepared by Christian women in Malaysia. Annette Poitier, president of the International Committee of the World Day of

In Saturday's Big T

In Saturday's Big T DON'T miss The Big T tomorrow, packed with news, features, fashion, entertainment and up to $150 in food and shopping coupons. This week in The Big T, read about how a Bahamian actor and director have teamed up to bring an internation

In Saturday's Big T

In Saturday's Big T DON'T miss The Big T tomorrow, packed with news, features, fashion, entertainment and up to $150 in food and shopping coupons. This week in The Big T, read about how a Bahamian actor and director have teamed up to bring an internation

The month of March

The month of March By Gardener Jack The month of March is a time to think ahead. Crops like sweet peppers, eggplants and tomatoes, if sown from seed now, will be harvested in June when conditions will be very much warmer. Peppers and eggplants in parti

The month of March

The month of March By Gardener Jack The month of March is a time to think ahead. Crops like sweet peppers, eggplants and tomatoes, if sown from seed now, will be harvested in June when conditions will be very much warmer. Peppers and eggplants in parti

The month of March

The month of March By Gardener Jack The month of March is a time to think ahead. Crops like sweet peppers, eggplants and tomatoes, if sown from seed now, will be harvested in June when conditions will be very much warmer. Peppers and eggplants in parti

POPE AND CANTERBURY ARCHBISHOP IN ROME

ROME Associated Press Pope Benedict XVI has presided over a ceremony in a Rome church with the Archbishop of Canterbury, saying he hopes their presence together will spur both Catholics and Anglicans to pray and work for unity. Benedict led a vespers ser

CUBA CARDINAL GIVES TV ADDRESS ABOUT PAPAL VISIT

HAVANA Associated Press Cuban authorities granted Havana's Roman Catholic cardinal a rare chance to address the nation Tuesday night on state-controlled television about the imminent arrival of Pope Benedict XVI. Cardinal Jaime Ortega said Benedict was c

Saturday's Big T

Saturday's Big T DON'T miss The Big T on sale Saturday, packed with news, features, fashion, entertainment and up to $150 in food and shopping coupons. This week, we feature a blind couple who are fighting to save their four-month-old baby's eyesight. A

The anemic dog

The anemic dog By Dr Basil Sands How often have you heard of a friend or family member taking their dog to the veterinarian only to be told that their dog is anemic? In the Bahamas many things can cause anemia: fleas, hookworms, trauma, kidney disease, e

Pancreatic cancer and mouth health

Pancreatic cancer and mouth health Dr Andre Clarke The pancreas is a spongy grey-pink organ that is shaped somewhat like a fish. It is a 6- to 10-inch long organ that is located behind the stomach in the back of the abdomen. The pancreas is a part of the

'It's a Grand Bahama grand slam for FNM'

'It's a Grand Bahama grand slam for FNM' THE Free National Movement is projecting that it will sweep the island of Grand Bahama in the upcoming general elections. The party claims its campaign message and leadership record will earn victories in all five

The anemic dog

The anemic dog By Dr Basil Sands How often have you heard of a friend or family member taking their dog to the veterinarian only to be told that their dog is anemic? In the Bahamas many things can cause anemia: fleas, hookworms, trauma, kidney disease, e

Pancreatic cancer and mouth health

Pancreatic cancer and mouth health Dr Andre Clarke The pancreas is a spongy grey-pink organ that is shaped somewhat like a fish. It is a 6- to 10-inch long organ that is located behind the stomach in the back of the abdomen. The pancreas is a part of the

'It's a Grand Bahama grand slam for FNM'

'It's a Grand Bahama grand slam for FNM' THE Free National Movement is projecting that it will sweep the island of Grand Bahama in the upcoming general elections. The party claims its campaign message and leadership record will earn victories in all five

Who is the worst minister?

Who is the worst minister? IN this week's "A Young Man's View" column, Adrian Gibson begins his two-part review of the FNM's Cabinet, rating the five worst ministers who have served at some point in the last five years. Next week's column will feature hi

Marquis at large: Is Tommy serious?

Marquis at large: Is Tommy serious? MINISTER of National Security Tommy Turnquest wants an apology from an Australian journalist for depicting the Bahamas as "under siege" by crime and violence, but The Tribune's weekly columnist John Marquis is asking i

Marquis at large: Is Tommy serious?

Marquis at large: Is Tommy serious? MINISTER of National Security Tommy Turnquest wants an apology from an Australian journalist for depicting the Bahamas as "under siege" by crime and violence, but The Tribune's weekly columnist John Marquis is asking i