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Govt plans to expand financial services promotion to Asia
The Bahamas will be making a return to STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) Asia after a big showing at STEP LatAm last week, Minister of Economic Affairs Michael Halkitis said in a statement released yesterday. He said the move is in line with the country's plans to expand financial services promotions efforts into the ...
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Halkitis promotes local financial services industry
Halkitis promotes local financial services industry
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — This past Friday, 08 September 2023, Minister of Economic Affairs, Hon. Michael Halkitis, addressed the STEP LatAm Conference in Bogota, Colombia, as he promoted The Bahamas' strength and stability as a "safe harbor" for financial services and investments. Addressing the conference as a featured speaker, Minister Halkitis spoke of The Bahamas' continued [...]
HGC Sells Record-Breaking La Ceiba Property on Paradise Island
After just a few months of being on the market, the 20,800 sq. ft. ultra-exclusive La Ceiba property at Ocean Club, Paradise Island was sold for an undisclosed amount, last asking price offered of $37.5 million – the sale was a record-breaking one for Paradise Island.
Record price fetched for Paradise Island property
Record price fetched for Paradise Island property
A property at Ocean Club recently sold for an undisclosed amount, but it is understood that the last asking price of $37.5 million meant the property went for a record closing price for the island community, a press statement from HG Christie explained. Broker realtor John Christie and agent Dylan Christie called the deal "historic". John ...
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H G Christie sells record-breaking La Ceiba property on Paradise Island
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — After just a few months of being on the market, the 20,800 sq ft ultra-exclusive La Ceiba property at Ocean Club, Paradise Island was sold for an undisclosed amount, last asking price offered of $37.5 million - the sale was a record-breaking one for Paradise Island. Broker Realtor John Christie offered [...]
Winner of EY scholarship dedicated award to his family
When De'Andre Forbes, 18, received the Ernst and Young Bahamas Jamaine McFall Memorial Scholarship earlier this year, he dedicated the award to his family, who he says made personal sacrifices so that he could pursue his educational goals.
The Bahamas Set to Host the 13th Annual Commonwealth Women’s Affairs Ministers Meeting
Minister of Social Services and Urban Development the Hon. Obediah Wilchcombe said destiny and timing have orchestrated that The Bahamas is set to host the 13th Annual Commonwealth Women’s Affairs Ministers Meeting (13WAMM) under the theme, “Equality Toward a Common Future” from August 21 to 23 at the Atlantis Resort.
Flexing latte art and beverage mastery
Flexing latte art and beverage mastery
Shanquell Clarke is the seventh Starbucks Bahamas Barista champion, third female winner, and third winner to come out of the Cable Cottage branch of the coffee chain. Clarke, 20, went head-to-head with Rashad Bain from the Harbour Bay Starbucks in the final during which they showcased their skills in espresso shot pulling, milk steaming, latte ...
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Understanding Africa
Understanding Africa
A few weeks ago, I embarked on my seventh trip to Africa. Every time I go to Africa I learn something new, and expand my knowledge and understanding of the heritage and connection between Africa and the Caribbean and America. This trip provided new insight.
No longer any reason for public faith in Bell
No longer any reason for public faith in Bell
Of the numerous controversies enveloping Minister of Immigration Keith Bell, the matter of his reported handling of the undocumented Asian migrants found living at the British Colonial hotel earlier this year stands out in its seriousness.