Defence Force Rangers Receive Musical Instruments
By Deandra HamiltonThe Royal Bahamas Defence Force received a boost to its Rangers Youth program with the presentation of musical instruments from the government of the People’s Republic of China to...
View ArticleSmall Island Sustainability Complex Opens at The University of The Bahamas
By Deandra HamiltonThe G. T. R. Campbell Small Island Sustainability Research Complex was officially opened during an opening at The University of The Bahamas (UB), Thursday, 25th October.The complex...
View ArticleKerima Smith: Giving Back Through Eucation
Kerima Smith - EducatorAlthough she now lives on the outskirts of town, for years Kerima Smith gave back to the over the hill community through tutoring.“I just love dealing with children. I learned...
View ArticleYoung Bahamian Employed at Google Shares her Knowledge with GB Students
Kristie Powell, a Bahamian employed at Tech giant Google in Silicon Valley, is giving back to The Bahamas by passing her knowledge, passion and experience to other young Bahamians, as the country moves...
View ArticleDames: Govt. must look at what’s best as it relates to legalizing marijuana
Min. of National Security Marvin DamesMinister of National Security, Marvin Dames said the recent establishment of a Marijuana Commission Board is a clear demonstration that the country is looking to...
View ArticleCascarilla of the Bahamas Was Once the Marijuana of the Early 1900s
With all the brouhaha surrounding Jamaica and its new medical marijuana export industry, it is easy to forget that the Bahamas once had the opportunity to become a significant medical plant exporter to...
View ArticleIn Nevada, Legal Cannabis Added $1 Billion Impact to State Economy
By Chris KudialisNevada’s legal cannabis industry generated nearly $1 billion in total output activity for the state’s economy in its first year of legalized recreational sales, a top industry group...
View ArticleMajor Wins His ‘Last Dance’ By Knockout
ON THE REPLAY: Meacher ‘Major Pain’ Major in action against Martin Anderson, of Jamaica, in the main event of the 'The Last Dance' at the CI Gibson Gymnasium on Saturday. Photo: Terrel W Carey...
View ArticleAttorney General’s Office: Public Statement on FATF ICRG Announcement
By Deandra HamiltonThe Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF) conducted a mutual evaluation of The Bahamas during an onsite visit (November 30, 2015 to December 11 2015). The Bahamas’ CFATF...
View ArticleTaste Of Sbe Hits The Bahamas For The First Time
A variety of dishes from Cleo.By Chelsea DavisThe second annual Taste of sbe is in full swing. Known for restaurant brands such as Katsuya, Umami Burger, Cleo and The Bazaar; nightlife spots such as...
View ArticleHumanity has wiped out 60% of animal populations since 1970, report finds
The huge loss is a tragedy in itself but also threatens the survival of civilization, say the world’s leading scientists.Cattle in the Amazon rainforest.Photograph: Michael Nichols/National...
View ArticlePartners Donate Computers to BTVI
Pictured left to right: BTVI Technical Services Manager, Wellington Bain; BTVI Dean of Student Services, Raquel Bethel; BTVI Associate Vice President of Fund Development, Alicia Thompson; Robert V....
View ArticlePhoto Walk and Talk in Over-the-Hill - Saturday, November 3, 2018 - 10:00 AM...
Wrapping up support for the Creative Time Summit, on November 3rd, we will host a one-of-a-kind experience, inviting the public to join us on a Photo Walk and History Talk around the Over-the-Hill...
View ArticleBahamas placed on UK’s money laundering watchlist
By Pedro GonçalvesThe UK has added the Bahamas to its money laundering watchlist, with the HM Treasury now requiring firms to put special procedures in place when dealing with Bahamian resident...
View ArticleExuma Cays Land and Sea Park Wins Prestigious Global Ocean Refuge Award
The Hon. Romauld Ferreira, Minister of Environment & HousingBy Deandrea HamiltonIndonesia – On Monday, October 29, at the 2018 Our Ocean Conference, where representatives from nations around the...
View ArticlePowell heads to 2018 MotoSurf World Cup
Anthony Powell will represent The Bahamas at the 2018 MotoSurf World Cup, set to be held in Naples, Florida, from November 2-5.By AHVIA J. CAMPBELLBahamian motosurf competitor Anthony Powell will be...
View ArticleThe National Art Gallery of The Bahamas - Making Links From the Outside + Inside
This week at the NAGB is all about the Creative Time Summit and exhibitions! Join us for a sneak peak of our newest exhibitions and a free film screening on Thursday, November 1st , a day of critical...
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