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Murphy denies prison maltreatment
Murphy denies prison maltreatment
CORRECTIONS Commissioner Charles Murphy has denied that inmates at the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services are treated unfairly and inhumanely.
MARCH 2021: World Sleep Day
MARCH 2021: World Sleep Day
World Sleep Society is issuing a global call to action about the importance of healthy sleep. Friday, March 19, 2021 is the 14th annual World Sleep Day®. Created and hosted by World Sleep Society, World Sleep Day (WSD) is an internationally recognized awareness event bringing researchers, health professionals and patients together to recognize sleep and its important impact on our health.
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Grand Bahama Rotarians hear from GBPA’s Rupert Hayward on Island’s progress post-Hurricane Dorian
Grand Bahama Rotarians hear from GBPA’s Rupert Hayward on Island’s progress post-Hurricane Dorian
Last week the Rotary Club of Freeport held its weekly meeting via Zoom and were delighted to welcome Rupert Hayward, Executive Director of the Grand Bahama Port Authority Limited...
Grand Bahama United launches relief drive
Grand Bahama United launches relief drive
THE group Grand Bahama United has been formed to help bring immediate relief to the island with a long-term goal of advocating for the island's further development, in the wake of Hurricane Matthew.
Ministry Launches 8-Point Initiative For The Nation's Agriculture Sector
MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE MEETS WITH FARMER IN LONG ISLAND...Farmers in Long Island have identified three critical areas needed to maximize the island’s agriculture sector including, immediate assistance with land clearing...
Royal Caribbean Donates Supplies to Assist with Repair of Hugh Campbell Primary School
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. made a donation of $50,000 worth of supplies and equipment to Hugh Campbell Primary School to assist with repair of extensive damage caused by recent Hurricane Dorian. Minister of Education, the Hon. Jeffrey Lloyd accepted the donation on behalf of the school, January 31, 2020. Representing Royal Caribbean was Vice-President, Government Relations/Americas Russell Ben...
A Comprehensive Guide to HIV and AIDS
A Comprehensive Guide to HIV and AIDS
What is HIV?
HIV is a virus that damages the immune system. The immune system helps the body fight off infections. Untreated HIV infects and kills CD4 cells, which are a type of immune cell called T cells. Over time, as HIV kills more CD4 cells, the body is more likely to get various types of infections and cancers.
Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line brings unique cruise & stay program to Nassau
Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line today announced that its innovative Cruise & Stay program is coming to Nassau. Earlier this month, the company introduced Nassau as a second destination, joining Grand Bahama Island...
DPM's Communication in Debate on Disaster Preparedness and Response Bill v 6
More than a month has passed since Hurricane Dorian ravaged the northern Bahamas. As I stand before this Honourable House today, my heart remains heavy knowing the trauma that so many suffered; the long road ahead to heal the lives that have been shattered and to rebuild the devastated communities...
Ministry of Finance Releases Details on How Individuals and Organizations Can Utilize the Exigency Order
Ministry of Finance Releases Details on How Individuals and Organizations Can Utilize the Exigency Order
Acting Deputy Financial Secretary, Athena Marche shared details about the financial resources being mobilized by the government to respond to the national crisis left in the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian, and provided details on how individuals and organizations can utilize the Exigency Order signed by the government to provide tax relief on the import of hurricane relief supplies...