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Students need literacy, numeracy intervention, official reveals
An assessment of the learning loss suffered by students across The Bahamas during the COVID-19 pandemic has revealed that a significant number of students need literacy and numeracy interventions, Acting Director of Education Dominique McCartney-Russell said.
The Bahamas in a changing world
The Bahamas in a changing world
As we continue our approach to 50 years of independence, The Bahamas of today exists in a very different world than 1973. We have come a long way. We have evolved and so has the world. There have been many changes in the world and there have been many changes in The Bahamas.
Dealing with young love
Dealing with young love
Question: Dear Sir, my 10-year-old son is starting to have girlfriends and that scares me. My husband and I are wondering what to do. How can we direct this energy in a positive way? We know he is too young to have serious relationships and we do not want to come across like dictators.
BAARK! Powerade Potcakeman Triathlon deemed a success
BAARK!, Bahamas Alliance for Animal Rights and Kindness, completed its 10th annual Powerade Potcakeman Triathlon on Sunday March 5, and it was a resounding success.
Transformational leadership
Transformational leadership
Dear Editor, It was with some amazement that we read and listened to the prime minister's bold and vigorous assertion last week that the opposition's ability to ask questions of the government is not an entitlement; this from someone who never misses an opportunity to trumpet his commitment to openness and transparency.
On the pulse of men's health
On the pulse of men's health
One of the top reasons men should want to know where they stand health-wise is that a high percentage of the causes of death across the board are caused by preventable diseases, according to a doctor. Good health, he said, is not done only for the individual's sake, but also for the sake of the people they love.
Stacked field
Stacked field
The nominations are in! And the judges will have a difficult time selecting the next Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year due to the outstanding candidates from around the country nominated, according to Ricardo P. Deveaux, Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year Foundation (BPSSYF) president and founder.
Insurer: New VAT policy will increase costs
Insurer: New VAT policy will increase costs
BAHAMIAN consumers will "undoubtedly" see increased cost of services at pharmacies and other places due to the new interpretation of the VAT Act regarding remittance on medical insurance and healthcare services.
Two wickedly funny and entertaining dark comedies
Two wickedly funny and entertaining dark comedies
"Triangle of Sadness" (US-Rated R) Cast: Harris Dickinson, Charlbi Dean Kriek, Woody Harrelson, Dolly De Leon Genre: Comedy-Drama Where to watch: Video-on-demand Dwight's Rating:
Police Commissioner warns 'zero tolerance'
Police Commissioner warns 'zero tolerance'
FOLLOWING an increase in murders and other serious offences last year, Police Commissioner Clayton Fernander warned that there will be a "zero tolerance" approach to crime this year as he highlighted several new crime fighting strategies geared towards tackling gun violence.