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URCA plans to audit BPL's fuel tariff in 2024
December 22, 2023
URCA plans to audit BPL's fuel tariff in 2024
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (URCA) says that it plans to conduct an audit of Bahamas Power and Light's (BPL) fuel tariff in 2024. Plans for the tariff review/audit plan were highlighted in the regulator's draft annual plan for 2024. "This project aims to determine how the BPL fuel tariff is [...]
Famed 10,000 sq ft villa estate on private Palm Island for sale via Sotheby’s Concierge Auction
December 12, 2023
December 11, 2023
Launch of proposed Regional Goal on Adaptation for the Caribbean
As intense negotiations on the Global Goal on Adaptation appear to have reached a stalemate at the pivotal United Nations global climate summit, COP28, a number of Caribbean leaders and climate experts forged ahead to launch a landmark civil society led framework to build resilience to these climate change impacts, the proposed Regional Goal on Adaptation (RGA) for the Caribbean.
December 06, 2023
GGYA partners with British High Commissioner to clean up Ardastra
Many think of the holidays as a time to give back, but some causes need year-round support. Enter the Governor General Youth Award (GGYA), whose 1,200 participants across The Bahamas volunteer thousands of hours monthly to fulfill their community service requirements.
November 21, 2023
Salvation Army Red Kettle Drive Launches with $10,000 CIBC FirstCaribbean Donation
Salvation Army volunteers are gearing up to ring the non-profit organization’s iconic bells across New Providence, Grand Bahama and Eleuthera. The hallmark Red Kettle Drive recently launched under the theme ‘Giving Hope Today’ and featured Christmas carols, storytelling and musical performances, along with the campaign’s first donation made by CIBC FirstCaribbean.
November 13, 2023
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.
October 27, 2023
FNM says Road Traffic HQ deal with Miller "doesn't pass the smell test"
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Free National Movement (FNM) has slammed the Davis administration for reportedly granting a lease to former PLP Minister Leslie Miller, for the Road Traffic Department to move its headquarters to his Summerwind Plaza on the Tonique Williams-Darling Highway, arguing that the arrangement "does not pass the smell test." The party's objections came [...]
October 24, 2023
2nd Consecutive Haute Grandeur Global Award Win for Bahamas Mandara Spa at Atlantis Takes Top Spa Prize for North America
Mandara Spa at The Cove, Atlantis, has been named the top spa in North America for the second consecutive year by Haute Grandeur.
BTC Digitizes Learning & Recruitment Tools
October 17, 2023
BTC Digitizes Learning & Recruitment Tools
BTC has announced that the company has completed the digitization of its learning and recruitment processes with the aim of providing on-demand learning opportunities for colleagues and improving the efficiency of the recruitment process.
October 16, 2023
CIBC FirstCaribbean Hosts 12th Walk for the Cure
October 16, 2023
CIBC FirstCaribbean Hosts 12th Walk for the Cure
Cancer survivors, corporate and individual supporters recently painted the country pink and purple as they ran, jogged and walked for the cure.
October 11, 2023
The Governor General brings remarks to the Opening Service of the Bahamas Women of God Fellowship Network's 2nd Annual Gathering
Her Excellency the Most Hon. Cynthia Pratt, Governor General, delivered Remarks during the Opening Service of the Bahamas Women of God Fellowship Network's 2nd Annual Gathering to the theme, 'Fit for the Master's Use,' October 6, 2023 at Evangelistic Temple.
October 05, 2023
October 03, 2023
PM calls on multilateral banks to do more for developing countries
Prime Minister Philip Davis yesterday called on multilateral development banks, especially the World Bank, to improve policies that will increase funding to developing countries facing climate-related crises.
September 26, 2023
Island countries and COP28 Presidency Chart Course for COP28
At the United Nations General Assembly, the Prime Minister of Samoa and Chair of the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS), Honourable Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa, and COP28 President-Designate, Dr Sultan Al Jaber, co-hosted the 39-country Alliance to discuss priority outcomes for small island developing countries (SIDS) at COP28 later this year in Dubai.
'Legal handguns after tough vetting'
September 25, 2023
'Legal handguns after tough vetting'
Minister of National Security Wayne Munroe said yesterday he sees no reason why law-abiding citizens who apply for handgun licenses, and who are properly vetted and found to be of good character and able to safely handle them, should not be approved.
Colina is a Bronze Sponsor of CIBC Walk for the Cure
September 20, 2023
Colina is a Bronze Sponsor of CIBC Walk for the Cure
Colina Insurance Limited (Colina) is a bronze sponsor of the 2023 CIBC First Caribbean’s Walk for the Cure, which aims to raise funds and awareness for the fight against cancer. Colina’s employees will participate in the event.
AOSIS Announces New Loss & Damage Campaign
September 18, 2023
AOSIS Announces New Loss & Damage Campaign
Today, Only One, the action platform for the ocean and planet, and the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) launched a new campaign and content series (www.only.one/lossanddamage) to urge world leaders to deliver on the promise of launching and financing a fit-for-purpose and well-resourced Loss and Damage Fund. Leading into this year’s 28th Conference of Parties to the United Nations Framewo...
No evidence swimming pigs mistreated, officials say
September 05, 2023
No evidence swimming pigs mistreated, officials say
Officials who investigated Celebrity Eco Tours, a tour company located at Crystal Beach off Deadman's Reef, for possible animal cruelty after claims in a TikTok video of its swimming pig tour circulated on social media last week, found no evidence of animal mistreatment, according to General Manager of the Grand Bahama Ministry of Tourism office Nuvolari Chootosingh.
Women United condemns false statements to police
September 04, 2023
Women United condemns false statements to police
Dear Editor, The act of making false reports to the police is a reprehensible and harmful behavior that undermines the very foundation of our justice system and has severe consequences for individuals, communities, and society as a whole.
September 04, 2023
Women United Condemn False Statements to the Police and Want Stronger Sentences for Making False Statements to the Police: Upholding Truth and Justice
The act of making false reports to the police is a reprehensible and harmful behavior that undermines the very foundation of our justice system and has severe consequences for individuals, communities, and society as a whole. It has been reported that two false reports of attempted child abduction have been made in less than one week.
The allure of small schools
August 28, 2023
The allure of small schools
A troubled youth expelled from his former school, is now a youth pastor.
What’s old is new again in novel tour Bahamas Eco-Glide takes guests on a roll & stroll through history, culture
August 28, 2023
What’s old is new again in novel tour Bahamas Eco-Glide takes guests on a roll & stroll through history, culture
Two businessmen with diverse backgrounds and a mutual vision to broaden the visitor experience by adding more Bahamian history and culture have launched a new tour company. Called Bahamas Eco-Glide Adventures, the outdoor venture takes up to 11 guests at a time on a guided tour of Fort Charlotte, including an inside look at the dungeon and moat, a trip back in time and on to a taste of today’s c...
August 28, 2023
Steve Haughey, former chief operating officer of The Tribune, dies
STEVE Haughey, The Tribune's former chief operating officer, and ex-controller at the 100 Jamz radio station, passed away yesterday morning following a short illness.
It's time to buy school shoes
August 15, 2023
It's time to buy school shoes
It's almost time for school to reopen and parents are busy buying and checking school supplies from their shopping lists. Even though most parents don't think about it, it is critical for them to remember that school shoes are one of the most important purchases they will make for their children this school year.
Miss Bahamas Universe 2023 goes on to compete for world title, Royal Royal Caribbean International Title Sponsor
August 11, 2023
Miss Bahamas Universe 2023 goes on to compete for world title, Royal Royal Caribbean International Title Sponsor
Royal Caribbean International celebrates Miss Bahamas Universe 2023 Melissa Ingraham as she prepares to represent The Bahamas and compete against more than 80 delegates from around the world at the 72nd Miss Universe Competition in El Salvador on November 18th, 2023.
BAMSI increases production at Poultry Facility
August 08, 2023
BAMSI increases production at Poultry Facility
The Bahamas Agriculture & Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) is ramping up efforts to build capacity at its Poultry Research and Training Centre as the latest batch of layer hens were shipped on the MV Prince on Friday to North Andros. Some 600 Rhode Island Red Layer Hens made the seven-hour trip and were promptly transferred to the enriched cage-system at BAMSI’s farm where they are expected to p...
July 27, 2023
CIBC FirstCaribbean Relocates Branch to Charlow’s Bay Plaza
Clients of CIBC FirstCaribbean in Governor’s Harbour, Eleuthera, have expressed satisfaction and pride as they continue to bank with confidence at the bank’s new location in Charlow’s Bay Plaza.
July 25, 2023
CIBC FirstCaribbean launches Walk for the Cure 2023 with $51K donation
CIBC FirstCaribbean's annual flagship fundraiser, Walk for the Cure (WFTC), generated $51,000 for major cancer care organizations across The Bahamas last year. Representatives from Sister Sister Breast Cancer Support Group, Cancer Society of The Bahamas and GD Sharing and Caring were recently presented with the funds raised as the bank launched WFTC 2023.
July 25, 2023
CIBC FirstCaribbean Launches Walk for the Cure 2023 with $51,000 Donation
CIBC FirstCaribbean’s annual flagship fundraiser, Walk for the Cure (WFTC), generated $51,000 for major cancer care organizations across The Bahamas last year. Representatives from Sister Sister Breast Cancer Support Group, Cancer Society of The Bahamas and GD Sharing and Caring were recently presented with the funds raised as the bank launched WFTC 2023.
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