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Crime prevention strategies: A sociology of hope Pt. 2
The record murder count with which we ended 2010 represents a complex of mostly quantifiable causes. But quantifying the means to combat violent crime is not easy. To wit, we should be sceptical of glib generalizations about the causes of and the means to address crime.
A booming economy does not necessarily translate into less crime. During one of the most severe economic downturns in its moder...
Environment Minister calls for engineers to support the 2010 Forestry and Planning Subdivisions Act
Environment Minister calls for engineers to support the 2010 Forestry and Planning Subdivisions Act
Nassau, The Bahamas -
Regulatory amendments to the 2010 Planning and Subdivisions Act and the
2010 Forestry Act will translate into increased employment and profits
for Bahamian engineers, contractors and other construction
professionals during 2011.
"While there is a significant body of reports and studies to underpin
my remarks, two pieces of legislation recently enacted by Parliament
w...
Cooper says surveys have gotten more accurate
Cooper says surveys have gotten more accurate
Asked yesterday about the results of a recent Public Domain survey that shows a favorable approval rating for the prime minister and for the government as a whole, Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper suggested the government will not get comfortable despite what the poll revealed. "I think polls have become exceedingly accurate over time, but I think ...
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Remarks By Hubert Igraham at Grand Opening of the LPIA in Nassu
My Government is delighted by the successful conclusion of this first phase of the redevelopment of the Lynden Pindling International Airport.
Many congratulations are in order: to the Airport Authority and its Chairman Hon. Frank Watson and all Board members; to the Nassau Airport Development Company, its former President and CEO, Craig Richmond, and its current President and CEO Stewart Stee...
Five habits that you need to change as soon as possible
When I started my career, I worked in the hospitality and tourism industry. Like any responsible organization, it was standard practice to watch our numbers very closely. In fact, my team would have a morning meeting to update us on the daily forecasts and yesterday's actual performance numbers (e.g. Memberships, arrivals, departures, stayovers, customer satisfaction), in comparison to every other...
Rt. Hon. Hubert Ingraham Prime Minister Tribute Dr. Keva Bethel
On behalf of the Government and the Bahamian people, and on my own behalf and that of my wife and family, I offer condolences to Nicolette, Edward and their spouses and Jaxon, as well as to other family members and friends of a beloved daughter of The Bahamas.
'Brave' Davis supporters make strong showing at protest
By NOELLE NICOLLS
Tribune Staff Reporter
nnicolls@tribunemedia.net
SUPPORTERS of Philip "Brave" Davis, deputy leader of the Progressive Liberal Party, made a strong showing at yesterday's mass demonstration protesting the government's sale of BTC to Cable and Wireless Communications.
A large contingent of PLP youth arrived at the demonstration together. They brought life-sized "Be Brave" poste...
Another delay for Holmes Rock as other schools prepare for the fall term
The opening of the new Holmes Rock Junior High School has again been postponed despite the project being declared 90 percent complete last March. At that time, Deputy Director of the Ministry of Works Robert Mouzas stated that only electrical work and parking spaces remained to be done. "We feel that if we're supplied with ...
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Atlantis employees upskill with BTVI
Atlantis employees upskill with BTVI
Twenty-five engineering entry and line staff at Atlantis are now basic engineering certified having completed the first level of a three-level program, a technical collaboration between the resort and the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) to strengthen and support opportunities in the area of internships, job placement, up skilling and additional training for Atlantis team members.
Growth Matters Series: When companies do well, everyone does well
In today's dynamic world, where opportunities and challenges intertwine, the success of companies goes beyond their bottom lines. When companies flourish, the effects ripple through every aspect of our lives, leading to improved living standards, enhanced government revenue, and a cycle of progress that benefits all.