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A long question
September 25, 2013
A long question
Last Monday, at the GEF opening ceremony the Minister of the Environment Kenred Dorsett emphasized the government's commitment to protecting the environment and promoting sustainable development especially given our reality as a small island developing country...
The power of now
September 13, 2013
The power of now
The Free National Movement (FNM) is in a good position to exploit the apparent mistakes, gaffes and ineptness of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP). But does it realize this? ...
The Manchurian candidates
August 09, 2013
The Manchurian candidates
Several years ago there was a popular movie produced in Hollywood called "The Manchurian Candidate". It was about a presidential candidate who had been planted into the race for the presidency by a foreign nation (The People's Republic of China) to serve its national interest once elected...
Baha Mar rising
August 03, 2013
Baha Mar rising
Driving west on New Providence it is hard not to be amazed by the giant of a resort rising to the sky. Baha Mar, which is being financed and built by the Chinese, is getting closer and closer to completion. The scheduled finish date is December 2014.
There was much debate over the funding of the resort and the wisdom of allowing a large number of Chinese to enter The Bahamas and build it when t...
July 05, 2013
A new and improved Miss Bahamas Organization with four pageants
The nation's premier beauty pageant organization has a new face, and the leadership of the Miss Bahamas Organization (MBO) say it is the last piece of the puzzle needed to fulfill its vision. Some of the nation's leading business and civic minds are now at the helm of a newly formed board of directors which will guide the organization as it branches out from one to four national pageants each year...
Statistics needed on court cases
June 24, 2013
Statistics needed on court cases
Dear Editor,
In recent weeks, government and police officials have made what may well be unjustified criticisms of the court system in The Bahamas. The question that arises in my mind is: Which end of the court system are they talking about?
I had the privilege to serve as a magistrate from January 2005 to November 2006 principally working the Family Island circuit in 17 districts, hearing...
FNM Leader Calls For Police Action
April 15, 2013
FNM Leader Calls For Police Action
FNM leader Hubert Minnis yesterday called for the immediate closure of illegal gambling and lottery operations, as law enforcement have more than enough justification to take action.
April 15, 2013
FNM calls for immediate action against illegal gambling
The Free National Movement, together with right-thinking Bahamians, is outraged at the inordinate delay by the PLP government and the Commissioner of Police in enforcing the Law of The Bahamas, as a consequence of the recent Ruling by the Honourable Chief Justice, Sir Michael Barnett, in the ?Paradise Gaming? Web-shop case. In that case the Conservatory Order, which prevented the Police from enfor...
Minnis Urges Shutdown of web Shop Gaming
April 15, 2013
Minnis Urges Shutdown of web Shop Gaming
Free National Movement (FNM) Leader Dr. Hubert Minnis said yesterday the party is outraged that neither the police nor the government has taken action to shut down web shop gaming days after Chief Justice Sir Michael Barnett lifted a conservatory order that prevented them from interference by...
April 10, 2013
Wayne Munroe Tells Shops To Stay Open Despite Court Ruling
Lawyers Wayne Munroe has advised his web shop clients to remain open despite Chief Justice Sir Michael Barnett lifting a conservatory order yesterday that had prevented the government from shutting down their gaming operations.
March 18, 2013
Nation Of Islam's Claim Of Mischief Despite Accuracy Of Speech Report
Although Nation of Islam Leader Louis Farrakhan admits The Tribune reported "perfectly" the words of a speech he gave at the College of the Bahamas Thursday, he claims a spin was put on his words that made them "mischievous" and "suggestive".
March 11, 2013
Hon. Fred Mitchell Mid Year Budget Debate 11th Mar 2013
Intervention by Fred Mitchell MP Minister for Foreign Affairs and Immigration Mid-Year Budget statement
House of Assembly Nassau 11th March 2013 CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY
I wish to thank the leaders of my constituency branch for their support. I looked at them on Saturday as they worked the souse out on the Fox Hill Park and admired them all for their hard work and dedication: Charlene Marshall...
Judge Rejects Bid to Jail Greg Moss
February 12, 2013
Judge Rejects Bid to Jail Greg Moss
Suspended National Insurance Board (NIB) Director Algernon Cargill yesterday lost a bid to have former NIB Chairman Gregory Moss imprisoned.
Chief Justice Sir Michael Barnett ruled that Moss did not violate a December 3 court undertaking not to publish any...
Baha Mar Rising
February 05, 2013
Baha Mar Rising
Driving west on New Providence it is hard not to be amazed by the giant of a resort rising to the sky. Baha Mar, which is being financed and built by the Chinese, is getting closer and closer to completion. The scheduled finish date is December 2014.
FNM Hits Out At Web Shop Court Bid
January 31, 2013
FNM Hits Out At Web Shop Court Bid
Court action taken by web shop bosses over the government's order that the sale of numbers is to cease sparked criticism from FNMs yesterday.
Government To Abide By Court Order
January 31, 2013
Government To Abide By Court Order
The Government of the Bahamas and the police will not be taking any action against the patrons and operators of local "web shops" pending the outcome of a "conservatory order" filed by attorney Wayne Munroe.
January 24, 2013
Opening statement by Attorney General Bahamas Delegation at Universal Periodic Review
Mr. President, first of all, on behalf of my delegation, I congratulate you on your election as President of the Human Rights Council for this 7th cycle, and also to the members of the Bureau. Let me also extend sincere thanks and appreciation to Her Excellency Laura Dupuy Lasserre, former President, for her able leadership of the Council during the previous cycle.
January 02, 2013
Speaker Bios for The 22nd Annual Bahamas Business Outlook
The 22nd Annual Bahamas Business Outlook starts at 8:30 a.m. on January 10, 2013. The one day forum will be held at the Wyndham Nassau Resort under theme ?Building on The Spirit of Independence: New Blueprints for Social and Economic Development? and the Prime Minister?s remarks will set the stage for a day of insightful presentations by top local and international experts across a wide spectrum o...
November 01, 2012
City Markets: 'Stuck' 3.5m Deal Holds-Up Staff Payout
City Markets workers have yet to receive their severance pay and benefits because the $3.5 million sale of the former supermarket chain's leasehold interests has still to formally conclude, Tribune Business was told yesterday.
Honoring Paul Adderley
October 04, 2012
Honoring Paul Adderley
Dear Editor,
I am compelled to submit this letter in tribute to the late Paul L. Adderley, whom I admired greatly as a statesman and a person.
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