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May 04, 2016
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.
BFM's got an app for that
February 17, 2016
BFM's got an app for that
Bahamas Faith Ministries (BFM) has gone live -- with a new app that will allow people to stay connected with church whenever they want, wherever they are.
January 25, 2016
Sustainable Fisheries the topic for EARTHCARE Eco Kids class
On January 23rd, 2016, the topic for the EARTHCARE Eco Kids was Sustainable Fisheries. David Rose, veteran commercial fisherman of 40+ years addressed the EARTHCARE Eco Kids at the Kevin Tomlinson Academy.
January 19, 2016
Young entrepreneur goes 'whole hog' with swimming pigs venture
A young Bahamian entrepreneur is making waves with a new tour company, shuttling enthusiastic tourists from Nassau to Exuma's internationally-famed swimming pigs. Lee McCoy said the idea behind this rather different venture came about last year, after his wife asked him to search online for ideas for activities they could partake in during their forthcoming honeymoon in the UK...
Two new ambulances handed to public hospitals
December 01, 2015
Two new ambulances handed to public hospitals
THE National Insurance Board yesterday turned over two new "state of the art" ambulances to the Public Hospitals Authority to improve its capacity to respond to medical emergencies.
Domestic violence and homophobia
October 30, 2015
Domestic violence and homophobia
This month saw many races and runs against domestic violence. In my community, members of the public safety services, treatment providers and advocates came out in purple for a 5k annual run.
September 03, 2010
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
September 07, 2010
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,
Wendy's & Coca Cola Draw 3 Livin' Large Finalists
August 05, 2015
Wendy's & Coca Cola Draw 3 Livin' Large Finalists
Delphine Smith, a loyal and frequent Wendy?s customer has been drawn as the week 3 finalist in the Wendy?s & Coca-Cola ?Livin? Large, Triple-Play 10K Vacation? promotion. She now joins Algericko Hanna and Rameko Brown, the promo?s week one and two winners also vying for the big $10,000 dream vacation grand prize...
March 24, 2015
Bahamian Businesses Improving Efficiency with New Start-up Company
After more than six months since the launch of EZTrak GPS, this startup company has surpassed its initial projections in a short period of time...
Lighthouses
March 10, 2015
Lighthouses
No trip to any family island is complete without a visit to the local lighthouse, and rightfully so, as we have some of the most interesting lighthouses in the world.
Murder suspect's bail reinstated
January 09, 2015
Murder suspect's bail reinstated
A judge on Thursday reinstated bail for a murder suspect accused of approaching a juror in his trial.
Jason Glinton will now have to surrender to the Central Police Station on the evening prior to his retrial for the October 2012 murder of Fortis Moncur, whose head and torso were found on Cat Island weeks after relatives reported him missing, to avoid new allegations of juror interference.
Justice...
Cop shooting suspects were on bail
January 06, 2015
Cop shooting suspects were on bail
The two men arrested in connection with the attempted murder of Constable Demetrius Taylor on Sunday were wearing ankle bracelets as a condition of bail, The Nassau Guardian can reveal.
Chief Superintendent Paul Rolle, the head of the Central Detective Unit (CDU), declined to say whether the GPS-enabled devices had placed the men at the Nassau Village scene of the shooting. Rolle said the men were...
Drug conspiracy appeal dismissed
December 18, 2014
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.
Drug Enforcement Unit ...
Australian ultra-marathon swimmer CHLO? McCARDEL is now within 20kms of setting a new word record
October 21, 2014
Australian ultra-marathon swimmer CHLO? McCARDEL is now within 20kms of setting a new word record
Australian ultra-marathon swimmer CHLO? McCARDEL is now within 20kms of setting a new word record for open water swimming, expecting to complete the 127kms non-stop and unassisted swim within the next 8 hours.
Having already been swimming for 36 hours, Chlo? is fatigued both mentally and physically, and has been stung by jelly fish overnight. Two independent observers on Chlo??s support vessels...
October 20, 2014
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...
January 18, 2016
New ambulance left up in the air after morning collision
ONE of the "state of the art" ambulances handed to the Public Hospitals Authority last month was yesterday morning involved in a crash at the junction of Blue Hill Road and Soldier Road in southern New Providence.
August 14, 2014
Colebrooke pleased with the performances at the 20th Commonwealth Games
Despite just a three-medal haul, it is widely felt that The Bahamas turned in some brilliant performances at the 20th Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.Arianna Vanderpool-Wallace turned in one of the best swimming performances the country has ever seen at a major international event. She captured a silver medal in the women's 50 meters (m) fly, and added fourth and fifth place finishes in th...
Allow the resurrected Christ to be the leader
April 24, 2014
Allow the resurrected Christ to be the leader
He leadeth me beside the still waters. - Psalms 23:2.
Indeed it is that time of the year when we reflect on the death, burial and resurrection of our lord and savior, Jesus Christ! But to me, we treat it like the dawning of a new year when we are offering congratulations and salutations, and, within days, no one is offering peace, love and prosperity for the coming days, weeks and months. It is li...
On shaky ground
February 24, 2014
On shaky ground
The revelation by The Nassau Guardian last week that the government's chief advocate for value-added tax, Ishmael Lightbourne, has been dodging property taxes for at least a decade has been a major blow to the government's tax reform campaign.
It is embarrassing and raises questions about the state of tax collections in The Bahamas, and the credibility of the message.
How serious are we about coll...
February 12, 2014
Suspect's photos downloaded from phone found on cop's premises
A jury yesterday saw 'selfies' of attempted murder suspect Maurice Armbrister that were downloaded from a cell phone that was found on the premises of Superintendent Clayton Fernander.A selfie is a photograph one takes of oneself usually with a digital camera.Armbrister and Excel Josey Jr. are accused of the attempted murder of Fernander during a failed bid to rob him after he arrived at his ho...
Verdict expected today in attempted rape case
February 07, 2014
Verdict expected today in attempted rape case
A jury yesterday heard closing arguments in the case of a man accused of the attempted rape of a woman while his movements were being monitored by his ankle bracelet.
Raymond Rolle's fate will be determined today when the jury is expected to return its verdict.
GPS data collected from Rolle's tracking device placed him in the vicinity of where the incident allegedly took place. In his testimony, R...
February 05, 2014
Acklins residents concerned fishing guides being displaced
ACKLINS - Bonefish lodge operators in Acklins are calling on the central government to investigate "rogue" bonefish lodge operators who have entered the sector.
Bonefish lodge operators in Acklins were among those who attended a special meeting organized by the Combined Churches Committee held recently at Acklins Community Centre at Spring Point to address residents' concerns.
Some lodge operators...
Honesty is the best policy for young brothers
December 02, 2013
Honesty is the best policy for young brothers
THE Water and Sewerage Corporation lost a valuable GPS unit, but it was returned to the corporation by two brothers, both students of Oaksfield Primary School.
Honesty is the best policy for young brothers
December 01, 2013
Honesty is the best policy for young brothers
THE Water and Sewerage Corporation lost a valuable GPS unit, but it was returned to the corporation by two brothers, both students of Oaksfield Primary School.
People with respiratory issues can breathe easy
August 06, 2013
People with respiratory issues can breathe easy
Dr. Kevin Moss has no idea of the number of people who need treatment from a pulmonologist. However, the country's lone pulmonary and critical care medicine specialist, who deals with treating a range of lung diseases including, but not limited to, lung cancers and chronic obstructive lung diseases such as asthma, pneumonias and scarring on the lungs, said he knows the number is high...
Doctors should be more considerate
May 25, 2013
Doctors should be more considerate
Dear Editor,
Why is it that so many members of the medical profession place such a high premium on their time while completely disregarding the time constraints placed on their patients?
My GP excepted, I have seldom if ever kept a doctor's appointment and been examined or treated at the appointed time.
Recently I was required to make three trips to a specialist clinic in the western district bef...
Understanding your dog's vocalization
April 02, 2013
Understanding your dog's vocalization
Last week we wrote about body language; the primary method of communication for dogs. This week we focus on the vocalization of a dog as a secondary method of communication. Learning to discern the meaning of your dog's vocalizations can be a big step to a healthy dog-human relationship.
Yelps: Yelping is a good indication that the dog is hurt or anxious. Although some dogs, those who interact wit...
February 14, 2013
Govt Only Collecting 50 Percent of Real Property Taxes Owed
More than 35,000 properties are not registered in The Bahamas' real property tax (RPT) system, resulting in the government only collecting 50 percent of real property taxes owed, Guardian Business can reveal."We have rea.son to believe that almost half of the...
February 05, 2013
BahamasLocal.com Tuesday Tech Tips: A Smartphone or Dumb Phone?
Since the cell phone was born the ?Smartphone? is becoming the fastest selling cell phone of all time. The first versions of smartphones were a combined function of a personal digital assistant (PDA) with a mobile phone. Then we saw the functionality of the music player, digital camera, pocket video and even a GPS built into the phone.
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