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Photographed at the opening of The Bahamas embassy in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Wednesday from left to right are: Hon. Pia Glover-Rolle, Minister of Labour and The Public Service; Hon. Fred Mitchell, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Omar Shebadeh, UAE Special Envoy to The Bahamas; HE Tony Joudi, Ambassador to UAE; Permanent Secretary Melvin Seymour; and Permanent Secretary Eugene Poitier.

NEW THRUST IN FOREIGN AFFAIRS

By Gerrino J. SaundersJournal Staff WriterWith the passing of new legislation to modernize and make the foreign servicemore effective, the Davis administration is now furthering the government of TheBahamas’ reach to the Arabian Peninsula with the opening of an embassy in AbuDhabi, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Wednesday.The diplomats of the embassy headed by […]

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Foreign Affairs Minister Defends Passport Office Over Fraudulent Passports

By Gerrino J. SaundersJournal Staff Writer Two weeks ago Acting Chief Passport Officer Nicholas Symonette acknowledged that a rise inthe detection of fraudulent Bahamian passports could become an issue of national security. Hesaid the government specifically the passport office has taken steps to eliminate fraudulentBahamian passports; this after a man was arrested in St. Vincent […]

EDITORIAL – GAINS WASHED AWAY

14 February 2025

The ongoing de-construction of many aspects of the Federal Government of the United States is bound to have some impact on Bahamians ranging from matters of immigration to the cost of living.  Members of the Bahamian diaspora who live and work in America are witnessing changing times which will no doubt impact how they live. […]

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Cooper Confident HOA with Fox Groups Will Proceed as Planned

14 February 2025

By Gerrino J. SaundersJournal Staff Writer If the three sides are not able to work out an amicable agreement over anoutstanding $1.25 million attorney and former Minister of Legal Affairs DamienGomez, KC claims is owed to him, there could possibly be a legal battle ahead forthe government and the Fox Group of Companies (FGC). However, […]

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SPACE X ROCKET LANDING ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE

14 February 2025

BY SHENIA ROBERTSJOURNAL STAFF WRITER Officials say the historic Space X Falcon Rocket Booster Landing set for February18 th in the Exumas will be environmentally safe at a press conference this week.Kiko Dontchev, Space-X’s vice president of launch, reiterated that safety andreliability is the number one priority. “While we’re (SpaceX) excited to executethis mission, we […]

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Management Agreements Signed for F.I. Airports

14 February 2025

By Gerrino J. SaundersJournal Staff Writer The government has announced the signing of new airport managementagreements for the family islands valued at $300 million, according to DeputyPrime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation Chester Cooper.He made the revelation on Wednesday as he spoke to delegates of the 2025 RoutesAmerica Conference at the Atlantis, […]

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A “SLAP ON THE WRIST” SENTENCE…

14 February 2025

BY: LATONYA ROBERTSJournal Staff Writer The government and the justice system of The Bahamas are allowing people thatcommit gruesome acts of crime to get a mere slap on the wrist, according to Leaderof the Opposition (Free National Movement) Michael Pintard.Pintard’s comments came outside of the House of Assembly when media asked forhis thoughts about the […]

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CONSUMERS HAVE RIGHTS

14 February 2025

BY SHENIA ROBERTSJOURNAL STAFF WRITER Senator and Chairman of the Consumer Protection Commission Randy Rollediscussed Consumer Rights with a group of older residents during The BahamasTelecommunications Company’s recent Safer Internet Program Day of activities.During the event Senator Rolle gave the seniors more details about their consumerrights emphasizing that all residents should be aware of the […]

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OPM CLEARS UP POLICY REGARINDG PRIVATE POLICE JOBS

14 February 2025

BY: LATONYA ROBERTSJournal Staff Writer Police officers have for years been providing outside services to businessesthrough private security work but some critics question if these contracted jobs canpresent a conflict of interest.Press secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister Keishla Adderley told reportersthat the Police Staff Association ensures that wires are not crossed when […]

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LPIA Operators Look To Broaden Flight Services In 2025

14 February 2025

By Gerrino J. SaundersJournal Staff Writer Nassau Airport Development Company (NAD) executives say the companyis “actively” exploring expansion plans to accommodate growing passengertraffic and is seeking more point-to-point service to ease peak-hourcongestion at Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA).Vernice Walkine, NAD’s chief executive, speaking on the sidelines of the2025 Routes Americas Conference, said the company is […]

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BTC RECEIVES 4 AWARDS FROM OOKLA

14 February 2025

By Shenia RobertsJournal Staff WriterThe Bahamas Telecommunications Corporation celebrated yet another win and solidified theirposition as leading network provider. On Tuesday BTC became the recipient of four new awardsfrom Ookla an international agency that specializes in network intelligence and connectivityinsights.During the award presentation ceremony Marc Penesso Ookla’s Sales Director presented BTCawards for best fixed network, […]

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HISTORIC DUNDAS CENTRE MOU SIGNED

14 February 2025

BY: LATONYA ROBERTSJournal staff Writer On Monday the government of The Bahamas signed a Memorandum ofUnderstanding (MOU) with the Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts in theamount of $340,000. The MOU will provide financial support to enable the centreto upgrade both the Winston V. Saunders Auditorium and the Philip Burrows BlackBox Studio.Prime Minister Philip Davis […]

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