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King denies fraud charges
King denies fraud charges
BAHAMIAN businessman and impresario Rudolph "Rudy" King was charged yesterday with defrauding the General Post Office of over a half a million dollars, then laundering that amount between 2012 and 2015.
Minnis slams PLP over 'untendered contracts'
Minnis slams PLP over 'untendered contracts'
Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis said yesterday that on the watch of former Minister of Works Philip Brave Davis, $200 million of untendered contracts were awarded for contracts worth $3.5 million...
PAYDAY PAYBACK: Student loan debt could force govt to target salaries
THE Ministry of Education is seeking to garnish the wages of civil servants who have failed to repay the Education Loan Authority as it aims to recover over $83m in delinquent money.
Killer jailed for 40 years has court appeal rejected
Killer jailed for 40 years has court appeal rejected
A MAN sentenced to 40 years in prison for killing another man in a row over money has had his attempt at contesting his sentence dismissed by the Court of Appeal...
How to ask for a raise during tough economic times
How to ask for a raise during tough economic times
Most people feel some anxiety about asking for a raise during the best of times, let alone during a recession. However, if you feel you deserve more money, be direct and make an appointment to speak to your boss about a salary increase.
5m budget for Carnival as govt cuts contribution
5m budget for Carnival as govt cuts contribution
TOURISM Minister Obie Wilchcombe said yesterday it is time for the government to stop "investing money" into Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival and "hand over" the yearly celebration to a "private entity"...
Ride for Hope Bahamas holding charity online auction
Ride for Hope Bahamas holding charity online auction
NASSAU, Bahamas -- Ride for Hope Bahamas is auctioning a custom designed "Ride for Hope" Branded Bicycle and a one-of-a-kind Tavistock Cup Team Albany Professional Golf Bag signed by each of the members of the 2011 Albany Tavistock Cup Team - all in an effort to raise money for Ride for Hope's cancer research, education, and treatment programmes.
Don't try too hard
Don't try too hard
I remember very well when I was in my early 20s living in London, England. At that time I was a salesman for a company that dealt in theater publicity.
Give what you want
Give what you want
My Friend, let me commence here today as I so often do by asking you a simple question.
THE BIG QUESTION: Funding for hurricane relief
THE BIG QUESTION: Funding for hurricane relief
How do you think the government should raise money to fund future hurricane relief efforts?