'Mango Card' provides electronic transactions for tourists

The Ministry of Tourism and Aviation has partnered with Transfer Solution Providers Ltd. (TSP) to launch the new Tourist Mango Card.

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Top Bahamas Chamber business award winners announced

The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce paid tribute to leading Bahamian business leaders at their 38th Annual Awards Ball held on Saturday, June 27 at Sandals Royal Bahamian.

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DPM challenges Masons to assist in nation building

NASSAU, Bahamas - Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Hon Brent Symonette, challenged local fraternities to serve as the channel through which the Government can impact the lives of Bahamians.

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Gov't to amend cruise ship overnighting incentives; new cruise port for GB

NASSAU, Bahamas - The Government is to amend the Cruise Ship (Overnighting Incentive) Act, 1995, to strengthen the country’s competitive position in the cruise industry, Prime Minister the Rt Hon Hubert Ingraham told Parliament on June 29.

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UNEXSO partners with local hotels

FREEPORT/LUCAYA, GRAND BAHAMA ISLAND, June 23, 2009 – International Underwater Explorers Society (UNEXSO), the premiere dive operation and dolphin experience facility located in Freeport/Lucaya, Grand Bahama Island, is pleased to announce a cost saving line up of featured hotel and condo properties to their 2010 dive group programme.

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Tele-medicine programme reduces morbidity and air ambulance demands for Out Island residents

NASSAU, The Bahamas --- The pilot tele-medicine program between Abaco and New Providence has resulted in a 70 per cent decrease in morbidity rates, Minister of Health, Dr. the Hon. Hubert A. Minnis has confirmed.

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Michael Jackson Exclusive Picture

A source close to Michael Jackson tells ET that the international superstar and pop-music legend has passed away earlier Thursday afternoon. He was 50.

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Michael Jackson DEAD

I have just heard that Michael Jackson has died.. Michael Jackson who was just 50 years old suffered a cardiac arrest earlier this afternoon at his Holmby Hill home and paramedics were unable to revive him.

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Weekend of comedy and magic coming to Grand Bahama

FREEPORT, GRAND BAHAMA, JUNE 24, 2009—A weekend full of magic and comedy is in store for all ages July 3-4 in Grand Bahama as world class entertainers bringing their talents to the island.

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Gov't continues BNT support despite economic challenges

Nassau, Bahamas—Tough budget cuts are challenging the Bahamas National Trust's management of the country's natural resources, national parks, and protected areas, executive director Eric Carey said.

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Baby sea lion turns one

BLUE LAGOON ISLAND – First birthdays are a cause for great celebration and no exception was made to mark the birthday of Milo, the first California Sea Lion born in The Bahamas at Dolphin Encounters on Blue Lagoon Island.

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GBPA Supports Sharon Smith Basketball Camp

Wednesday, 24th June, 2009 - Freeport, Grand Bahama Island—It was an exhilarating day for some 70+ young ladies attending this year’s 2009 Sharon Smith’s Basketball Camp.

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The Cancer Centre Bahamas and Bahamas Heart Center Awarded CEDA Grants

A local medical facility specializing in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the two biggest killers in the Caribbean, heart disease and cancer, has been awarded the highest grants provided by the Caribbean Export Development Agency (CEDA), it was reported yesterday.

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Educators encouraged to 'play active role' in moving country forward

Nassau, Bahamas – Stakeholders in education were encouraged to "play an active role in moving the country forward."

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Major changes needed in health care—Minister

NASSAU, The Bahamas --- Changes must take place in the processes used in the development, recruitment and management of human resources in the healthcare sector of the Bahamas if it is to meet growing health demands, Minister of Health, Dr. the Hon. Hubert A. Minnis, declared.

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Milo Butler Jr. Hailed a “Giant” of a Man

Nassau, Bahamas – Bahamians from all walks of life packed Christ Church Cathedral Monday to bid farewell to Milo Boughton Butler Jr., former Speaker of the House of Assembly.

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GBPA President kicks off youth soccer camp

Port Authority president Ian Rolle had a fun start to his work week this week.

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Bahamian entrepreneur to share his story on local TV

NASSAU, BAHAMAS—Mervin Sweeting’s enduring spirit, perseverance and fortitude to continue his life’s dreams despite the most difficult of times will be spotlighted in July’s episode of Visionaries Wealth Management and Business Show on ZNS TV 13 and JCN 14.

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OAS grants seven scholarships to Bahamians

NASSAU, Bahamas – Seven Bahamians received Organization of American States scholarships to pursue studies aimed at further developing The Bahamas. Deputy Prime Minister and Minster of Foreign Affairs the Hon Brent Symonette presented the recipients with their certificates during a ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on June 18

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Miss Universe Dayana Mendoza visits Atlantis

The currently reigning Miss Universe, Dayana Mendoza, visited Atlantis, Paradise Island this week for the Cain Aura 2nd Birthday Bash, and to shoot some footage for the upcoming Miss Universe pageant.

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Bahamas Ministry of Health confirms second 'Swine Flu' case

NASSAU, BAHAMAS, June 16, 2009—The Ministry of Health is reporting the second confirmed case of Influenza A (HINI) in The Bahamas. The reported case occurred in a young adult resident of The Bahamas who had visited New York from 29 May to 03 June 2009.

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GB youth soccer summer camp promises 'world-class' coaching

Youngsters are signing up like never before for next week’s GB Premier League Soccer Camp.

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Commonwealth Banks on Future of Downtown Nassau

Commonwealth Bank, one of the first corporate citizens to recognise the potential of historic Nassau, recently reinforced its support for a new movement to transform the 260-year-old city into a thriving mecca for shopping, dining, entertainment and living.

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Insurance company launches initiative to preserve policies during economically challenging times

A local insurance company announced the launch today of a payments solution that allows those hardest hit by the recession to keep coverage intact by extending payments – interest-free -- until the economy rebounds.

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Centreville House Becomes “An Oasis”

Nassau, Bahamas - With the restoration of the former Collins House on Shirley Street, the Antiquities, Monuments and Museums Corporation (AMMC) is leading the way as downtown Nassau gets a facelift.

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Bahamas Real Estate Association's gala banquet marks 50th anniversary

A gala banquet was held at the Atlantis Resort on May 29th, to mark the 50th Anniversary of the Bahamas Real Estate Association and its achievements over the years.

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Fresh Start: An Investment in Bahamian Youth

NASSAU, Bahamas – The Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture has invested $185,000 in the success of the Fresh Start Programme, Minister the Hon Desmond Bannister confirmed.

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Bahamas gov't waives taxes on flights to Grand Bahama in effort to draw more visitors

Vernice Walkine, director general of The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, confirmed that the destination will be cutting taxes on airline tickets.

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Budget debate concludes for the week

NASSAU, Bahamas -- Debate on the 2009/2010 budget wrapped up Friday

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PM honours Milo Butler Jr

Statement from the Rt Hon Hubert A. Ingraham on the passing of Milo B. Butler Jr.

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ERA Dupuch Real Estate wins top in region for 4th consecutive year

In what could be the most convincing proof yet of the strength of the Bahamian real estate market, the local affiliate of a major international real estate franchise walked away with the regional prize for top sales again this year, leading firms in six Caribbean countries.

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BIFF to honour Bahamian Gavin McKinney with the 1st Bahamian tribute award

NASSAU, Bahamas -- The 2009 Bahamas International Film Festival (BIFF) is pleased to announce that the esteemed Director of Photography Gavin McKinney will be honoured with the first Bahamian Tribute Award at this year’s Festival, taking place December 10 -17 in Nassau.

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Keeping their promise LIS 6th grade students deliver

FREEPORT, Grand Bahama -- Two weeks ago three sixth grade students at Lucaya International School asked their fellow schoolmates, family and the GB Community to help them collect nonperishable foods for the Grand Bahama Children’s Home.

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Policy paper on Immigration Department completed

NASSAU, Bahamas - The Immigration Department has completed its policy paper that deals with the transit of persons across Bahamian borders, Minister of State for Immigration the Hon Branville McCartney told Parliament.

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Potcake commorative stamp issue hitting fever proportions

Demand for ‘First Day Covers’ of the ‘Potcake Commorative Stamp Issue’ is reaching fever pitch proportions, in Nassau and most notably in Abaco, where it is not only the ‘talk of the town’ but artist, Alton R. Lowe, resident of Green Turtle Cay is being inundated with orders to a point almost unprecedented in his vast experience as ‘artist to the stamps.’

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Budget debate begins

NASSAU, Bahamas -- Debate on the 2009/2010 budget began in the House of Assembly on Monday, June 8, 2009.

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George Myers named 2009 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient

NASSAU, Bahamas -- Veteran hotelier and businessman, George Myers, will be heralded as The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce’s 2009 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient for his immeasurable contributions to the growth of tourism and business in the Bahamas.

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A grand farewell for Senator Smith

FREEPORT, Grand Bahama -- Last Saturday hundreds of Grand Bahama political colleagues, businessmen and women, family and friends came out to the Grand Bahama Yacht Club to bid farewell to Senator Kay Smith.

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Old Bahama Bay's Native Fish Hunt delivered fun, friends, and of course - fish!

WEST END, Grand Bahama -- All roads led to West End and the Old Bahama Bay Resort and Marina over the recent holiday weekend as the property kicked off its first ever Native Fish Hunt, which concluded on Whit Monday, June 1, 2009.

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GB Power gives Bahamian students a head-start with co-op program

FREEPORT, Grand Bahama -- In this time of economic uncertainty, now more than ever, companies are searching to make an investment when hiring.

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Dedication pays off at Isle of Capri Casino in Grand Bahama

After more than five years with Isle of Capri Casino at Our Lucaya, Estell Miller was promoted to the position of Sous Chef on Sunday at the weekly Sunday Brunch Buffet held at the Cove Restaurant on the property in Freeport, Grand Bahama.

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Chamber announces finalists for annual business awards

NASSAU, Bahamas -- The Chamber of Commerce today announced the finalists for the 2009 Annual Business Awards to be presented during their 38th Annual Awards Banquet and Silent Auction scheduled for Saturday, June 27 at the Sandals Royal Bahamian Hotel.

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150 jobs created at The Balmoral

NASSAU, Bahamas -- Dion Foulkes, Minister of Labour and Social Development, officially opened The Balmoral, an upscale residential development project in western New Providence, on Friday, May 29.

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Prime Minister views progress of West End Grand Bahama cleanup programme

WEST END, Grand Bahama – Prime Minister the Rt. Hon. Hubert Ingraham said Sunday that he was impressed with the progress of an ongoing conch shell cleanup programme in West End

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Khaalis Rolle elected new president of Bahamas Chamber of Commerce

NASSAU, Bahamas -- Khaalis Rolle, Chief Marketing Officer at Bahamas Ferries, was elected president of The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce during its recent 2009 Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at the British Colonial Hilton.

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Cancer Society Ball raises $105K

NASSAU, Bahamas -- The Cancer Society Ball Committee raised $105,000 for the Cancer Society.

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Bahamasair Northern Director greets PM Ingraham ahead of scheduled retirement

FREEPORT, Grand Bahama -- Fred Cooper, Bahamasair Northern Director with responsibility for Grand Bahama shakes hands with Prime Minister the Rt. Hon. Hubert Ingraham at the Grand Bahama International Airport on Sunday, May 31, 2009.

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Eleuthera dock to be repaired

ELEUTHERA -- The Ministry of Public Works and Transport will conduct a “remedial exercise” to repair the erosion at Three Islands Dock in North Eleuthera.

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Governor General's youth award makes a difference

NASSAU, Bahamas -- Bahamian youngsters are embracing the Governor General's Youth Award programme.

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Works Minister inspects roads in the Current, Eleuthera

Public Works and Transport Minister Neko Grant and a team of Ministry officials inspected road works in the Current, Eleuthera during a visit on Thursday, May 28, 2009. Minister Grant said the inspection was done to ensure that the Government is receiving “quality work for expenditure.” He said the Ministry has some “concerns” regarding the road paving in that settlement and in Harbour Island and promised that “immediate” steps will be taken to have them corrected. Minister Grant (4th from left) is shown pointing to a portion of the recently completed road in the Current. Pictured from left are Deputy Director of Works (Civil Department) George Hutcheson, Permanent Secretary Colin Higgs, Member of Parliament for North Eleuthera and Speaker of the House of Assembly Alvin Smith, Mr. Grant, and engineer Dion Munroe. (BIS photo/Letisha Henderson)ELEUTHERA -- Public Works and Transport Minister Neko Grant and a team of Ministry officials inspected road works in the Current, Eleuthera during a visit on Thursday, May 28, 2009.

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Isle of Capri Casino extends stay at least until August 31

SAINT LOUIS – May 29 2009 - Isle of Capri Casinos, Inc. (NASDAQ: ISLE) announced today that it has entered into an agreement to continue operating the Isle of Capri Casino in Freeport, Grand Bahama during a transition period, following which Isle of Capri intends to exit the operation.

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College of The Bahamas opens Performing Arts Centre

NASSAU, Bahamas - After undergoing major renovation, the Performing Arts Centre of the College of the Bahamas was officially opened during the 20th annual ‘Colour of Harmony’ exposition on May 26 which featured the artistic talents of students.

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Bahamas signs Schengen visa waiver agreement

NASSAU, Bahamas - The Government has signed a 'Short Stay Visa Waiver Agreement' which allows Bahamians to travel visa-free to Schengen European countries for up to three months, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced.

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TSA’s 'Secure Flight' enters the first phase

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced that on May 15 the Secure Flight passenger vetting program went into effect.

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