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TOGETHER WE RISE

By Tynia Brown Journal Staff Writer On July 10, 1973, more than 50,000 Bahamians stood shoulder to shoulder at Clifford Park, watching with pride as the black, gold, and aquamarine flag of an independent Bahamas was hoisted for the first time. The black triangle represents the strength and resilience of the Bahamian people, the gold […]

RBDF Commissions Four New Safe Boats

RBDF Strategically Deploys New Safe Boats

By Gerrino SaundersBahama Journal News Editor Despite recent setbacks with a number of boats being sidelined for eitherroutine servicing or due to running aground and needing repairs theRoyal Bahamas Defence Force is determined to do everything in itspower to properly protect the nations’ borders, fishing grounds andterritorial waters.This week RBDF Commodore Floyd Moxey said four […]

The Very Reverend Harry Bain, Rector of Christ Church Cathedral

Politicians Scolded

13 October 2023

Licec BastianJournal Staff Writer Rector of Christ Church Cathedral The Very Rev. Harry Bain scolded politicians yesterday,warning them to be careful of the promises they make as they are selling Bahamians too manydreams.As he delivered the eulogy at the State Funeral of the late Obediah Wilchcombe, Rev. Bain toldpoliticians, “The expectations some of our people […]

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EDITORIAL The Cost Of War And Peace

13 October 2023

Thousands of miles away from The Bahamas, war broke out again over the last week between Palestinians in Gaza and Israel.  This is very sad for humanity.  These are difficult and dangerous times in which we live. At the onset, we condemn Hamas for the atrocities committed when they hunted civilians, taking hostages and killed […]

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Hon. Chester Cooper

Residents Reject Atlantis Seaplane Operation

13 October 2023

BY DESTINY JOHNSON Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism Investments and Aviation ChesterCooper said the country has a great democracy after residents at a town hall meetingTuesday night rejected Atlantis’ plans to establish a seaplane operation in MontaguBay to facilitate day excursions to the Family Islands.The plan was for the ferry boat to transport […]

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The remains of the Late Hon. Obie Wilchcombe Laid in State this week prior to his State Funeral held on Thursday, 12th October at Christ Church Cathedral.  Prime Minister the Hon. Philip Davis is photoraphed signing the Book of Condolence.

Politicians Pay Respects to Beloved Cabinet Minister

13 October 2023

By Delvardo EmmanuelJournal Staff Writer Dignitaries said their final goodbyes as the body of the late Member of Parliament for WestGrand Bahama and Bimini and Cabinet Minister Obediah Hercules Wilchcombe lied-in-state inthe foyer of the House of Assembly on Wednesday.Governor General Cynthia Pratt, Prime Minister Philip Davis, along with Cabinet ministers, andmembers of parliament, past […]

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PLP Chairman Hon. Fred Mitchell

Bahamas Calls for Cessation in Israel-Hamas War –Bahamians Attempting to Flee Israel

13 October 2023

By Licec BastianJournal Staff Writer The Bahamas does not have a diplomatic presence in Israel, according to ForeignAffairs Minister Fred Mitchell, but Israel has a responsibility to protect non-citizens.The minister said as much as he confirmed, with reporters this past Wednesday, thatthere are still two Bahamians in Israel, caught up in that volatile Israel-Palestinianwar.Minister Mitchell […]

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The Bahamas Serves as Hosts to the 17 th Caribbean Week ofAgriculture

13 October 2023

By: Keile Campbell Prime Minister Philip Davis, gave the keynote address at the opening ceremony forCaribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA) which took place Tuesday morning atSuperclub Breezes Resort.The importance of food security and how it remains an issue for almost everycountry in the Caribbean region was underlined by many who spoke, includingPrime Minister Davis who […]

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OKX’s Chief Innovation Officer Feels Crypto Sector Needs To Improve Education Efforts

13 October 2023

By: Keile CampbellAt financial tech event D3 Bahamas on behalf of cryptocurrency exchange OKX, whoopened their Bahamas-branch office in the capital last month, Chief InnovationOfficer Jason Lau believes that the crypto industry has not done enough to educate theaverage person as it concerns crypto technology.“I think we have a long way to go. I’ll be […]

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NATIONAL HONOURS

Outstanding Bahamians Receive Nations Honours

13 October 2023

By: Keile Campbell Great contributors and catalysts of The Bahamas were celebrated on Monday asthe country celebrated National Heroes Day.At Government House, the National Honors Investiture took place whereBahamians of previous generations – including posthumously, received varioushonours commemorated with a plaque given by Governor-General Cynthia Pratt.Chairman of the National Honors Advisory Committee Fred Mitchell spoke […]

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Prime Minister Hon. Philip Davis

Prime Minister Philip Davis says The Bahamas ‘pioneering’ will continue in digital asset sector

13 October 2023

By: Keile CampbellPrime Minister Philip Davis gave remarks at the financial tech conference event D3Bahamas, and expanded on the nation’s involvement in fintech as well as what to expect forits future in the sector.The prime minister spoke of The Bahamas’ pioneering and innovation in digital assets,particularly the passing of the Digital Assets and Registered Exchanges […]

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PLP Chairman Hon. Fred Mitchell

Mitchell Pleased With Central Bank Extension On Cheque Elimination

13 October 2023

BY GERRINO J. SAUNDERS In recent months Progressive Liberal Party Chairman Fred Mitchell who also has theresponsibility for Foreign Affairs has been openly critical of the Central Bank of TheBahamas (Central Bank) and its quest towards a cashless and cheque-free society. TheMinister has described the push to eliminate cash and cheques as a “fools’ errand.”Just […]

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