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BUT clothes drive helping women in need of professional attire
IN an effort to give back to the community, The Bahamas Union of Teachers hosted a clothing drive in Stapeldon Gardens yesterday help women in need of professional attire.
'Send home staff who turn voters away over attire'
'Send home staff who turn voters away over attire'
STAFF of the Parliamentary Registration Department who deny people the ability to register to vote because of their dress must be sent home, National Security Minister Dr Bernard Nottage said in the House of Assembly yesterday...
TooSexyToVote campaign calls for clear rules on attire
THE #TooSexyToVote registration campaign yesterday brought its plea for "fair treatment and understanding" to the Parliamentary Registration Department, with organisers calling for clear and defined rules on what is expected from potential voters aiming to register.
Nottage: Attire will not hinder voter registration
Nottage: Attire will not hinder voter registration
National Security Minister Dr. Bernard Nottage on Monday encouraged Bahamians to register to vote, particularly women, despite reports of some women being turned away from registration sites because of "inappropriate attire".
During an interview with The Nassau Guardian, he pointed out there is no law that bans women from registering to vote because of what they are wearing.
"Some of the things th...
IWF changes ruleson attire for US Muslim athlete
IWF changes ruleson attire for US Muslim athlete
WEIGHTLIFTING'S world governing body agreed Wednesday to modify its clothing rules to accommodate a Muslim women competing for the United States.
Kulsoom Abdullah of Atlanta was barred from entering higher-level U.S. competitions. Her Muslim faith requires that she covers her arms, legs and head, which violates international rules governing weightlifting attire.
USA Weightlifting took her ca...
The Bahamas Chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority conclude successful legislative conference
The Bahamas Chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority conclude successful legislative conference
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Members of The Bahamas Chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated, along with visiting Regional and National members, painted a few legislative offices in Nassau red as they participated in various activities as part of their annual Bahamas Delta Days at the Capital (DDAC) 2024. The sorority members engaged in a parliamentary [...]
Code of Conduct Established for Taxi Drivers
Code of Conduct Established for Taxi Drivers
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A code of conduct has been established and agreed upon by The Ministry of Energy and Transport, The Bahamas Hotel Tourism Association and The Bahamas Taxicab Union for taxi drivers nation wide. Minister of Energy and Transport, JoBeth Coleby-Davis explained that violations that include alcohol consumption, a valid public service license, and [...]
Department of Labour Joins Employers to Host 2nd 'Labour on the Blocks' in Centreville
The Department of Labour will partner with various employers to host a second Job Fair in the Centreville community. The event is scheduled for Saturday, 24th February at Stephen Dillet Primary School on Wulff Road between the hours of 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
CIBC FirstCaribbean Rebrands to CIBC Caribbean
CIBC FirstCaribbean Rebrands to CIBC Caribbean
CIBC FirstCaribbean yesterday unveiled its rebranded regional bank, CIBC Caribbean, promising it is not just a “cosmetic change but a strategic move to position ourselves as a modern, forward-thinking institution.”
Bahamas Realty Goes Pink in October to Support the Fight Against Breast Cancer
On the morning of October 7th, 2023, the Bahamas RealtyTeam kicked off the day with enthusiasm and purpose by taking part in the annual, “Walk for the Cure”event.