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AG promises remote court for Family Islands
AG promises remote court for Family Islands
Decrying the circumstances that led to delayed justice in the Family Islands, Attorney General Ryan Pinder on Friday recommitted to putting in the framework for remote hearings across the country. "Recently in Eleuthera, but I'm sure it's happened on many other islands, the circuit magistrate canceled their trip without notice, leaving scores of persons and ...
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Early Diagnosis and Significant Advances in Treatment Could Reduce High Lung Cancer Death Rate, Says Cleveland Clinic Expert
With early screening and ongoing advances in treatment options, there is no reason for lung cancer to maintain its reputation as one of the deadliest cancers, according to an expert from global health system Cleveland Clinic, speaking ahead of World Lung Cancer Day [August 1].
Caribbean conglomerate concludes deal to acquire stake in Bahamian Brewery
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — ANSA McAL Limited, one of the largest conglomerates in The Caribbean has completed an agreement to acquire a stake in the Freeport-based Bahamian Brewery & Beverage Company Limited. ANSA McAL owns Carib Brewery and is the producer of the Carib and Stag beers has breweries in Trinidad & Tobago, Grenada, St. Kitts [...]
AM Best affirms Bahamas First credit ratings
AM Best affirms Bahamas First credit ratings
Bahamas First General Insurance Company Limited (BFG) and Cayman First Insurance Company Limited (CFI) - subsidiaries of Bahamas First Holdings Limited (BFH) - have received a clean bill of health by credit rating agency AM Best, affirming their A- (Excellent) financial strength rating, and leaving their long-term issuer credit rating (Long-Term ICR) of "a-" (Excellent) in plac...
Debt Management Office Publishes the FY2023/24 Annual Borrowing Plan
Section 13 of the Public Debt Management Act, 2021 requires the Minister of Finance to ensure the publication of the government’s annual borrowing plan (ABP)—setting out the projected needs of the government, as contained in the approved annual budget, together with the various categories and nominal amounts of debt instruments to be issued by the government.
Government reveals annual borrowing plan
Government reveals annual borrowing plan
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government yesterday revealed its borrowing plan for the 2023/2024 fiscal year, as it forecasts gross financing needs of $2.1 billion for the period. "Based on the approved budget for the 2023/24 fiscal year, the government forecasts gross financing needs (GFN) of $2,198.7 million—consisting of $131.1 million to cover the budget deficit [...]
Bahamian Two-time Gold Medalist Pauline Davis bio takes 1st place in International Book Awards
Bahamian Two-time Gold Medalist Pauline Davis bio takes 1st place in International Book Awards
Running Sideways, the bio of two-time Olympic Gold Champion and Golden Girl Pauline Davis of The Bahamas, took top place in the biography category of the International Book Awards announced in Los Angeles in June. Written with TR Todd, she takes her place alongside authors like Pope Francis, Amy Tan, Vanessa Williams and Julie Andrews.
Three ways successful people guarantee success and how to become financially independent
Three ways successful people guarantee success and how to become financially independent
Despite the small successes we all experience every day, sometimes it can feel like it's not enough. What's more, our measure of success is likely to shift at different turning points in our lives, an idea I shared in depth in my book "You Know More Than You Think You Do". For example, seeing your ...
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Reform series: immigration
Reform series: immigration
Immigration reform stands as an urgent imperative for The Bahamas, a nation grappling with the complex challenges presented by both legal and illegal immigration. With a firm resolve, it is essential to address the pressing issues arising from the influx of undocumented migrants, particularly from neighboring countries like Haiti. This segment delves into the critical ...
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Hope lingers for a revitalization of the 'Magic City'
Steady and unrelenting streams of travelers eager to put Lady Luck to the test. Big city vibes laced with an unspoiled charm that was both welcoming and modern. A constant drumbeat of entertainment with spellbinding impact. The tourism heyday of Freeport, Grand Bahama, in the 1960s was as much about innovation and adventure as it ...
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