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August 24, 2023
BTC opens fully digital retail store in Abaco

Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) has done it again, this time, with the snip of a ribbon signifying the opening of its brand new retail store in the Marsh Harbour community. BTC's Chief Executive Officer Sameer Bhatti was in Abaco for the official store opening. An elated Bhatti said, "As a business, we are reaffirming our commitment ...
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August 24, 2023
BTC opens fully digital retail store on Abaco

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — BTC has snipped another ribbon, signifying the opening of its brand-new retail store in the Marsh Harbour community. BTC's CEO, Sameer Bhatti was in Abaco for the grand event. "As a business, we are reaffirming our commitment to our colleagues and the people of Abaco to provide best-in-class connectivity and service," he [...]

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August 22, 2023
Backed up intestinal gas pain can cause intense chest pain

When gas can't pass down south, it can definitely travel north and get trapped, according to gastroenterologist Dr. Christine Lee. When it's trapped in your upper abdomen, the doctor said backed up intestinal gas can cause intense chest pain. And that in fact, some people may wonder if they're having a heart attack and not ...
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May 17, 2010
Not-so-romantic tales from life on a sailboat

Here's a great description of some of the challenges that Sharron Boyle and her husband, Ed transitioned from a house to a boat in early October 2009. They will spend the next two years sailing on their sailboat, "Imagine

SOMEWHEREIN, Bahamas waters - Lest one believes that living on a sailboat is all romance and permanent vacation, let me paint you another picture.

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June 08, 2010
Walk-In Clinic Opens New Facility on Carmichael Road

More than 100 people are expected to attend the grand opening of the Walk-In Clinic on Carmichael Road this Thursday, June 10. Hon. Desmond Bannister, MP for Carmichael and Minister of Education, will bring remarks at the launch where several dignitaries are on tap to tour the facilities.

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July 16, 2010
Is Sugar Bad For Your Eyes?

Looks like there may be yet another reason to kick sugar and white flour out of your diet - eye health. Cutting back on processed carbs could lower your risk of advanced age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness in people 60 and older.

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July 22, 2010
US DNA expert testifies in Harl Taylor murder retrial

An American DNA expert yesterday testified in the retrial of Troyniko McNeil, who is accused of the 2007 murder of famed handbag designer Harl Taylor.

Kevin Noppinger - lab director at DNA Labs International in Deerfield, Florida - testified that DNA samples from Troyniko's clothing and hair sent to his lab by the Royal Bahamas Police Force in 2008 matched DNA taken from Taylor's home.

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July 27, 2010
Erase the Roll of Stomach Fat

Pinch-an-inch abdominal fat signals that there are high amounts of padding around the body?s major organs, which is more of a health risk than an appearance issue. People who gain weight around their stomachs instead of their hips and thighs have high levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which leads directly to belly fat.

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August 05, 2010
Eat This Snack To Get Skinnier

There's a sweet, super-smart snack that could help you feel fuller, so you'd eat less at mealtimes and fit into your jeans better. We're talking about prunes or dried plums. By any name, research shows that these dried fruits may help whittle people's waists by causing them to eat less.

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September 10, 2010
Which Nut is Tops For Clearing Arteries?

Nuts certainly are great for heart health. But which nut should you choose if you want to make the most progress against heart disease: walnuts, almonds, or pecans? This is kind of a trick question.

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