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OPTIMISM IN HAITI Govt. defends NIA 2024 amendment bill
 
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OPTIMISM IN HAITI

There is new hope for security in Haiti as countries around the world are pledging more support and funding to bring about peace and security in that Caribbean country.  The new Council there claims that the Haitian people are optimistic about the future.   The U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken pledged another $160 million in […]

Prime Minister Hon. Philip Davis

Govt. defends NIA 2024 amendment bill

By Gerrino J. SaundersJournal Staff Writer The Minister of National Security Wayne Munroe said the NationalIntelligence Agency (NIA) Amendment Bill 2024 by the Davisadministration has breathed new life into the agency which is animportant arm of national security.Some of the major changes to the Bill include a change in name fromthe National Crime Intelligence Agency […]

“Either Very Dumb Or Very Dangerous”

27 April 2018

The Clifton Review The Clifton Review is a tri-weekly column that examines the question of the Clifton project along with the evolution of the war between two billionaires. We covered the start of this war with articles describing the battle over easement rights, the mysterious burning of a home, the blocks to rebuilding, and countless […]

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OPEN THE ECONOMY

27 April 2018

Chief Financial Officer of PharmaChem Technologies, Kevin D. Seymour  is  trumpeting  the numerous benefits the country stands to reap from becoming a full member of the World Trade Organization (WTO). “What I think [is] the WTO is going to open up and liberalize our market places; I think we have been sheltered for a very […]

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“DROP VAT ON INSURANCE CLAIMS”

27 April 2018

The 2018 Atlantic Hurricane Season is fast approaching and is predicted to be more active than normal.  Value Added Tax (VAT) on insurance claims is worrisome for Chartered Accountant, Kevin D. Seymour who  said  this must be addressed ahead of the hurricane season.  “The fact that we had a very active storm over the past […]

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DEVELOPMENT BANK BEING REFOCUSED

27 April 2018

The Bahamas Development Bank yesterday announced that it will be working to diversify the economy more than ever after announcing that they will be investing more into Bahamian owned businesses.  Deputy Prime Minister Peter Turnquest also wants Bahamians to take another glance at the bank as a source of financing.  He also advised the public […]

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MINISTER VOWS TO PROTECT CHILDREN

27 April 2018

Promising prosecution for those who engage in child abuse of any form, Minister of Social Services, Lanisha Rolle says that the she is committed to strengthening the investigative arm of the Child Protective Services to identify and initiate prosecution of child abusers.  “During this year’s Child Protection month, I wish the public to know, and […]

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Scouts Alive In Community

27 April 2018

The Scouts Association of The Bahamas set to host its Scout’s Fair tomorrow, a re-introduction of the fair that use to be an annual event under the theme- “Getting Back to the Community”. President of the Scouts Association, John Phillpot said this event is to assist troops in acquiring funds need to keep their companies […]

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Health Minister Hails PMH’s Laboratory Staff and Pledges Incentives to Attract Persons to the Field

26 April 2018

Laboratory Professionals Week 2018 got off to a successful start this week as Minister of Health, Dr. Duane E. Sands joined executives and staff of the Princess Margaret Hospital for the commencement of Lab Week.   The week, which is being held under the theme “Laboratory Professionals Get Results,” is designed to increase public understanding […]

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20th Atlantic Medical Funwalk Run Attracts More Than 1800

26 April 2018

Atlantic Medical’s Funwalk Run in Nassau, a premier annual fitness event, attracted an unprecedented and enthusiastic crowd of over 1800 competitive walkers and runners, among whom was none other Health Minister Dr. Duane Sands who also assisted in prize presentations. The 2018 prizes were so generous they astounded winners and supporters alike. According to Ladonna […]

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Gov’t Touts “Improved” Interception Communications Bill

26 April 2018

A controversial bill made a return to the House of Assembly yesterday with the government touting the “improvements” made to the proposed law since its introduction last year.   Amidst much criticism, the Christie administration tabled the Interception Communication Bill to repeal the Listening Devices Act of 1972.   Leading off the debate in the […]

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Black Enterprise Partners With Bahamas to Deliver African Groups

26 April 2018

President and CEO Earl “Butch” Graves Jr. recently led a delegation from African American media powerhouse, Black Enterprise (BE) on a visit to Nassau, Bahamas and promised potential group movements to the country from his organization, that has a projected value of millions of dollars for the economy of The Bahamas.   The president of […]

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