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What To Do When Someone With Alzheimer’s Disease Wanders
The definition of wandering varies from context to context. Technically, wandering is an umbrella term for several different behaviors. This includes elopement (attempts to escape), repetitive pacing and becoming lost. According to neurologist, Jagan Pillai, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor, Neurology, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, most of the caregivers he works with think about wander...
Don’t Let Your Bike Gear Get stolen. Guard it With the Galaxy SmartTag2
Thanks to the Galaxy SmartTag2, you can ride your bike with peace of mind — knowing that you can track its location anytime, anywhere.
Remarks by Rt. Hon Hubert A. Ingraham at the Opening of Third Agri-Business Expo
Agriculture and fisheries hold a special place in our national consciousness. Bahamian history illustrates the inextricable link between these sectors and the development of communities throughout our archipelago, whether sports fishing in Bimini or commercial fisheries in Spanish Wells; harvesting cascarilla in Acklins or growing pineapples in Eleuthera or onions in Exuma.
Six-month jail term for tampering with monitoring bracelet
Officials will know exactly where Antonio Smith is for the next six months. Yesterday, Deputy Chief Magistrate Carolita Bethell sentenced Smith, 47, to six months in prison for cutting through the strap of an electronic monitoring bracelet placed on him.
He will spend an additional four months in prison if he fails to pay a $231 fine covering the value of the damage caused to the ankle bracelet.
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"We are currently crafting solutions that are sustainable and will feed The Bahamas for the next 50 years," said Minister Sweeting
The Bahamas Youth Climate Conference was held at the Performing Arts Centre of the University of The Bahamas, July 13, 2023 under the theme, 'Fighting for the Future: How will we feed The Bahamas for the Next 50 Years.'
Colombians take plea deal in drug case
Colombians take plea deal in drug case
Two Colombian drug smugglers on Friday afternoon admitted their roles in a plot to bring cocaine worth $1.4 million and $34,000 from Venezuela to Acklins. Cristhian Garcia and Cristhian Aragon have agreed to give evidence against their former co-accused, Assistant Superintendent of Police Sonny Miller, who was the officer in charge of Acklins. In a ...
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Helping hand to fight crime
Helping hand to fight crime
PRIME Minister Philip "Brave" Davis said new vehicles donated to the Royal Bahamas Police Force by the United States, as well as additional vehicles ordered by the government, will boost law enforcement's saturation patrols and help combat crime.
Court of Appeal affirms murder convictions of two men
The Court of Appeal yesterday upheld the murder convictions of two men.
Police adding trucks to fleet as they boost patrols
Police adding trucks to fleet as they boost patrols
The Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) will add 100 trucks and 50 motorcycles to its fleet as it looks to "upgrade and improve" its saturation patrols in its fight against violent crime, Commissioner of Police Clayton Fernander said on Friday.
January is National Stalking Awareness Month
January is National Stalking Awareness Month
January is National Stalking Awareness Month, and it is so important to know the facts. For instance, 76% of women murdered by an intimate partner were stalked first.
Stalking generally refers to harassing or threatening behavior that an individual engages in repeatedly, such as following a person, appearing at a person’s home or place of business, making harassing phone calls, leaving written ...
Government Signs Four Contracts for Storm Drainage Maintenance
Minister of Public Works and Transport the Hon. Neko Grant said, on August 30, 2010, that the four contracts signed that day for the maintenance of hundreds of storm drainage wells is just another example of the Ministry taking action to ensure continuity of its maintenance schedule for New Providence
Gov says storm drain contracts should prevent flooding
Four contracts have been signed by the government for the maintenance of hundreds of storm drainage wells in an effort to prevent flooding in New Providence, Public Works Minister Neko Grant said.
"The contracts provide for maintenance, by cleaning and blowing with compressed air,
Never hide in a dumpster after robbing Walmart
Never hide in a dumpster after robbing Walmart
Trying to hide from the police, James Brienzo jumped into a dumpster. Unfortunately for him, a trash compacter collected him and the garbage before he could escape.
Police got a call from Brienzo?s friend and eventually from the man himself, whose cell phone still worked from inside the trash truck. In fact, police were able to find Brienzo using the GPS from his cell phone. Talking to the 911...
Miami Nassau Ocean Race 2010
Miami Nassau Ocean Race 2010
The Nassau Yacht Club is in the final stages of readying itself to receive well over 100 international sailors, and yachts competing in the much heralded annual Miami to Nassau Ocean Race
Aviation Law Expert, UAV Operators Comment on Proposed US Drone Regulations, Agree Most Could be Adopted for The Bahamas
A leading proponent of an international aircraft registry for The Bahamas and the best-known Bahamian UAV (unmanned aerial vehicles) photography and videography company joined voices today, praising Bahamian authorities following the announcement that proposed regulations...
Fernander asks Rolle, 'Why now?'
Fernander asks Rolle, 'Why now?'
Commissioner of Police Clayton Fernander yesterday questioned why former Commissioner of Police Paul Rolle waited until last week to reveal that he did not support the Minnis administration's decision to place several senior officers on leave. Fernander, who appeared as a guest on the Global 99.5 talk show "GPS: Global Paradigm Shift" with host Michelle ...
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Australian World Record Swim Attempt to Start Within Hours in Bahamas
AUSTRALIAN ultra-marathon swimmer 29 year old CHLO? McCARDEL is expected to commence her world record breaking 127km open water swim in the Bahamas within the next few hours...
Conditions at GB private airport a 'disgrace', locals say
As the government seeks to secure a public-private partnership (PPP) for the development of a new public airport in Grand Bahama, almost three years after Hurricane Dorian, residents contend that the private airport facility has been neglected to the detriment of employees, travelers and business people.
GBPA: We're ready for storm season
GBPA: We're ready for storm season
THE Grand Bahama Port Authority Ltd announced yesterday that it has completed a "robust and comprehensive" Storm Response Plan for the start of the new Hurricane Season.
Locally Developed Onshore APP proves A Hit with Visitors
A locally developed mobile application for tourists, called ?Onshore Bahamas,? is proving a useful tool for both air and sea visitors...
Passenger who landed plane says 'hand of God' was with him
A MAN with no flying experience, who kept his cool on board a small plane that took off from The Bahamas, says "the hand of God" was with him after the pilot collapsed at the controls.
OCTOBER 2021: Breast Cancer Symptoms
OCTOBER 2021: Breast Cancer Symptoms
Breast cancer can cause a number of signs and symptoms. See your general practitioner if you notice a change to your breast that’s new or unusual for you.
On its own, pain in your breasts is not usually a sign of breast cancer. But look out for pain in your breast or armpit that’s there all or almost all the time.
Drug conspiracy appeal dismissed
Drug conspiracy appeal dismissed
The Court of Appeal yesterday dismissed the appeals of Stephen "Die" Stubbs and Dion "Buju" Minnis, who were both sentenced to 36 months in prison for conspiracy to import marijuana and conspiracy to possess marijuana with intent to supply in 2012.
According to the prosecution, Stubbs and Minnis organized the shipment of 3,935 pounds of marijuana from Jamaica to The Bahamas.
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This Self-Flying, Camera-Equipped Drone Can Follow You Anywhere
Hover Camera?s creator, Meng Qiu ?MQ? Wang, pulls out a small, rectangular device that looks at first like an external hard drive.
Roadmasters has 30 members in Boston Marathon
Roadmasters has 30 members in Boston Marathon
The Bahamas Roadmasters Running Club (BRRC) has 30 of its members registered for the 125th Boston Marathon, and are in high training mode as they get ready to chase “the unicorn” (official symbol of the Boston Marathon).
Research Edge Forum Highlights Challenges and Targets for Sustainable Groundwater Management in Grand Bahama and Abaco
Ever since Hurricane Dorian ravaged Grand Bahama and Abaco in 2019, Israeli non-governmental organization (NGO) IsraAID has been on the ground providing critical Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) support to those adversely impacted. As a result of the storm's devastating impact on groundwater resources on both islands, IsraAID is now seeking to ensure that residents have consistent and sustain...
34 Monza T-Top for Sale
34 Monza T-Top for Sale
2006 Monza 34 Open Fisherman in excellent condition with Twin 300 Yahama engines loaded with options. Draft is 2 foot 10 inches. Never water stored.
T-top with 6 rod holders rear flood light and spreader light, Taco
Grand Slam Outriggers, Electric Anchor with plow anchor, Birdsall
Livewell Leaning post, rear removable rear bench seat, additional rod
holders, dive Ladder, dive platform, 4...
Poacher must buy RBDF 200k boat
Poacher must buy RBDF 200k boat
A FLORIDA fisherman and restaurant owner who was convicted in the United States of illegally fishing in Bahamian waters will buy the Royal Bahamas Defence Force a new vessel as part of a plea deal.
Ministry adds four patrol vessels
Ministry adds four patrol vessels
Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources Michael Pintard said they are making progress as a ministry in protecting the country's scarce marine resources, with the addition of four patrol vessels at a cost of some $700,000.
Department of Statistics Achieves a Major Milestone
Department of Statistics Achieves a Major Milestone
For the first time in census history, the Department of Statistics (DOS) will introduce online options for the completion of a digital census questionnaire. After unavoidable delays due to Hurricane Dorian and COVID-19, pre-census activities are finally getting underway for the 2021 Census of Population and Housing scheduled for September.
The DOS will be conducting a Listing Exercise during t...