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Fred Mitchell and journalistic ethics
Fred Mitchell and journalistic ethics
IN THE House of Assembly on Tuesday Fox Hill MP Fred Mitchell held forth as though he were an authority on journalistic ethics.
At one time in his life he fancied himself as a journalist. Those of us properly trained in the profession considered him a scribbler of propaganda. We never took him seriously.
Obviously upset by the Wikileak publication of confidential US embassy cables on Bahamia...
Reverse aging pioneer to address Bahamas audience May 1 Turning back the hands of time now possible with scientifically proven age reversal methods
Life Extension Foundation Co- Founder and reverse aging pioneer Bill Faloon will discuss the realities of what leads to the aging process and how it can be reversed when he speaks at the Old Fort Bay Club on May 1.
Ministry of Finance dismisses concerns over GDP growth, citing 'encouraging' medium to long-term growth prospects
Ministry of Finance dismisses concerns over GDP growth, citing 'encouraging' medium to long-term growth prospects
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Ministry of Finance has refuted suggestions that the country's real GDP growth of 2.6 percent in 2023 signals trouble for the future, asserting that the nation's medium-to-long-term growth prospects are encouraging. The Ministry noted that the sluggish growth observed in the retail and utilities sectors should be seen as a one-time [...]
ORG expresses deep concern over the "troubling pattern" of non-compliance regarding financial disclosures
ORG expresses deep concern over the "troubling pattern" of non-compliance regarding financial disclosures
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Organization for Responsible Governance is highlighting the urgent need to reinforce regulatory frameworks to ensure compliance, and cultivate public trust in our governance. Findings from last year's financial disclosures shed light on a pattern of non-compliance among senators, senior civil servants, and elected officials, which ORG says signals entrenched issues within [...
The Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve Presents “Art in Bloom” Eleuthera’s Spring Art & Cultural Festival!
The Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve Presents “Art in Bloom” Eleuthera’s Spring Art & Cultural Festival!
Eleuthera’s spring art and cultural festival is back, happening on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024, at the Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve (LLNPP) on Banks Road in Governor’s Harbour.
URCA faces scrutiny over budget increases and project management concerns
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (URCA) has been compelled to justify budget increases amid significant concerns regarding fiscal prudence from its licensees in the communications sector, who have urged a balanced approach to budget increases, considering the financial challenges they face. While URCA generates much of its revenue from fees charged [...]
Cleveland Clinic-Led Study Discovers Link between High Levels of Niacin - a Common B Vitamin - and Heart Disease
Cleveland Clinic-Led Study Discovers Link between High Levels of Niacin - a Common B Vitamin - and Heart Disease
Cleveland Clinic researchers have identified a new pathway that contributes to cardiovascular disease associated with high levels of niacin, a common B vitamin previously recommended to lower cholesterol.
Ombudsman Bill 2024 will provide a forum where citizens can report mistreatment by government agencies
Ombudsman Bill 2024 will provide a forum where citizens can report mistreatment by government agencies
The objective of the Ombudsman Bill 2024 will provide a forum where citizens can report their experiences of mistreatment by government agencies. This, according to Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Senator the Hon. Ryan Pinder, will address years of frustration. Mr. Pinder was making his contribution to the debate in the Senate on Thursday, February 8, 2024.
Letters to the Editor: Sowing bad seeds yet expecting a good harvest
Editor, Some have bogusly questioned why I, over these many decades, would regularly submit editorial letters and articles for publication in the media. Well, as a proud citizen of The Bahamas, it has always been my stance that while one has breath in his/her body that he/she should speak out and advocate for national issues. [...]
Two female tourists allege sexual assault, take claims to social media
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Two American women have taken to social media claiming they were the victims of an alleged rape incident reported on Grand Bahama earlier this week. A government official from the office of the prime minister confirmed that the alleged victims were visitors who made the initial complaint. In a Facebook post, the woman [...]