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Eden Recycling & Manufacturing Signs Land Lease Agreement with BAIC Bahamas’ First End-To-End Recycling Facility Set to Open in Late 2024
Today, officials from Eden Recycling & Manufacturing Limited announced the signing of a new lease agreement with Bahamas Agricultural & Industrial Corporation (BAIC) to develop three acres of land at the corporation’s Gladstone Road industrial park. Once completed, the facility will be the first in the country to provide end-to-end plastic recycling services.
Op-Ed: Closing the gender investment gap – empowering women in finance
In the realm of finance, there exists a pervasive and detrimental disparity known as the gender investment gap. This phenomenon refers to the discrepancy in investment patterns between men and women, wherein women tend to invest less compared to their male counterparts. This gap not only perpetuates gender inequality but also undermines women's financial security [...]
Op-Ed: Brave 'Papa Tax' Davis and his mid-year budget
Brave 'Papa Tax' Davis and his mid-year budget The mid-year budget communication has come and gone. As expected, the government sought to pat itself on the back and convince the populace that they are doing a great job as stewards of the people. It was apparent that the objective was to ensure that the populace [...]
Op-Ed: Corporal punishment is abuse
Op-Ed: Corporal punishment is abuse
The crime concerns have caught the attention of many, both at home and abroad. There is enough blame, and everyone has become an expert in crime-solving problems. But if we look in the mirror, converse with ourselves, and be honest, we may find the solutions. We have all contributed to where we are. Our lack [...]
Marlins Open Spring Training, Jazz Recovering
Marlins Open Spring Training, Jazz Recovering
UNITED STATES - The Miami Marlins started spring training without their star centerfielder, beating the St. Louis Cardinals 9-8.
COVID-19 vaccinations now open to 18 and older
COVID-19 vaccinations now open to 18 and older
Vaccinations for COVID-19 will be open to all persons 18 years of age and older, effective Monday 26 April 2021.
This applies to New Providence, Grand Bahama and all Family Islands.
Vaccinations will continue this week (Monday – Friday) at Loyola Hall, Gladstone Road; Church of God of Prophecy, East St; and St. Anslem’s Catholic Church Hall, Bernard Road (Monday only) on New Providence...
Op-ed: The Bahamas has a long-standing crime problem
Op-ed: The Bahamas has a long-standing crime problem
Editor, As a journalist nearing two decades, the number of killings in our country the past two months saddens me. The killings happen during the day or night. They happen in public places. Adults and young people have been killed. The problem caught the attention of our closest ally, the United States. The international media [...]
Bahamas Consulate General in Los Angeles opens
Bahamas Consulate General in Los Angeles opens
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Philip Davis officially opened the Consulate General in Los Angeles yesterday. The Los Angeles Consulate General will be headed by Consul General Joy A. Newbold and will eventually house The Bahamas Tourism and Investment Offices. Photo/video credit: Calvin Brown
Op-ed: PM's remarks a threat to the Fourth Estate
Op-ed: PM's remarks a threat to the Fourth Estate
"Freedom of the press is a precious privilege that no country can forego." - Mahatma Gandhi Bahamians were both shocked and embarrassed by recent comments made by the Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas. As details of the infamous interview were reported by media houses, many questioned the logic behind the PM's unwarranted [...]
Nominations now open for this year's National Honors
Nominations now open for this year's National Honors
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Nominations for the National Honours Award are officially opened, according to Foreign Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell who also serves as Committee chair. During a press conference this morning Mitchell expressed the importance of recognizing not only national builders but those from the community. The Nomination process closes on March 29th and forms are [...]