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Health officials say suspected Covid-19 outbreak at RBDF Inagua base is "under control"
Health officials say suspected Covid-19 outbreak at RBDF Inagua base is "under control"
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Health Minister Dr. Michael Darville has confirmed that additional testing is being done at the Royal Bahamas Defense Force (RBDF) Inagua Base to determine whether or not nearly one dozen officers are Covid19 positive. Dr. Darville confirmed that 11 RBDF officers are suspected of having Covid19; however, he asserted that health officials have the [...]
Inagua RBDF officers quarantined after multiple positive COVID-19 tests
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Several Royal Bahamas Defense Force (RBDF) officers have tested positive for COVID-19 in Inagua and are presently in quarantine, according to government officials. Administrator for the island, Herman Gilbert, confirmed to Eyewitness News that " a few" officers tested positive, with one of them experiencing symptoms. Gilbert explained that the cases were [...]
Bahamasair Introduces New Flight Service between Fort Lauderdale, Florida and Georgetown, Exuma
Bahamasair Introduces New Flight Service between Fort Lauderdale, Florida and Georgetown, Exuma
Bahamasair celebrated a significant milestone on Wednesday November15, 2023, with the launch of its new direct service between Fort Lauderdale, Florida, andGeorgetown, Exuma. The new route enhances accessibility and convenience for Bahamian residents and travelers seeking direct access to the Exuma Islands.
Bahamas Development Bank Welcomes Senior High School Students
In recognition of International Men’s Day, four promising students from The Bahamas Development Bank’s (BDB) neighborhood school, R. M. Bailey Senior High School, participated in a unique job shadow experience this week. BDB was excited to open its doors to aspiring software engineers, real estate agents, entrepreneurs, and accountants.
Leading doctor calls for an end to time change cites health consequences
A leading physician who specializes in wellness is urging the Bahamas government to stop switching between Eastern Standard Time and Daylight Savings Time, citing medical evidence that switching to Daylight Savings Time leads to a broad spectrum of health issues ranging from poorer sleep habits due to extended daylight hours to increased stress, a higher incidence of heart attacks and strokes.
Hurricane Tammy Forecast Discussion Number 31
Hurricane Tammy Forecast Discussion Number 31
Issued at 1100 PM AST Wed Oct 25 2023
119
WTNT45 KNHC 260241
TCDAT5
Hurricane Tammy Discussion Number 31
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
AL202023
1100 PM AST Wed Oct 25 2023
The extratropical transition of Tammy appears to be well underway.
The eye is no longer apparent in satellite images, and deep
convection has eroded over the western portion of the circulation. A
dry slot has b...
Tropical Storm Philippe Forecast Discussion Number 48
Issued at 500 AM AST Thu Oct 05 2023
000
WTNT42 KNHC 050849
TCDAT2
Tropical Storm Philippe Discussion Number 48
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
AL172023
500 AM AST Thu Oct 05 2023
Philippe's low-level structure continues to be quite broad and
diffuse this morning. This structure has made finding the center
position quite a challenge. An earlier 0513 UTC GMI microwave pass
confirmed thi...
Tropical Storm Rina Forecast Discussion Number 9
Tropical Storm Rina Forecast Discussion Number 9
Issued at 1100 AM AST Sat Sep 30 2023
000
WTNT43 KNHC 301455
TCDAT3
Tropical Storm Rina Discussion Number
9
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
AL182023
1100 AM AST Sat Sep 30 2023
Satellite images show that Rina remains disorganized with any deep
convection sheared off well southeast of the center. Intensity
estimates are dropping, and ASCAT just came in with maximum winds
just above ...
Tropical Storm Philippe Forecast Discussion Number 22
Issued at 500 PM AST Thu Sep 28 2023
483
WTNT42 KNHC 282047
TCDAT2
Tropical Storm Philippe Discussion Number 22
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL
AL172023
500 PM AST Thu Sep 28 2023
Philippe remains poorly organized. Visible satellite images
indicate that the circulation is elongated from east to west and
appears to have multiple centers along a trough axis. The center
position listed...
Connecting the next generation to impactful leaders
Connecting the next generation to impactful leaders
National Youth Month proved to be the perfect opportunity for the Church of God of Prophecy (COGOP) National Youth Ministry to organize an event that would allow the nation's youth and young adults to connect with impactful leaders and ask them anything. COGOP's National Youth Ministry will host its inaugural "AMA: Ask Me Anything" event ...
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