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Scandals That Rocked These Infamous Events
Grunge
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August 9, 2025
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. History is littered with tragic incidents and shocking events. In years gone by, we would devour every piece of information about them in the newspapers. But in the digital age, these...
NEW NATIONAL REFERENCE LAB
The Nassau Guardian
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Work on the new National Reference Lab is ahead of schedule, according to Project Engineer Gerard Symonette, who says 55 percent of the project is now complete. In May, the Ministry of Health and Wellness, in partnership with the Inter-American...
Reference Lab more than 50% completed
The Nassau Guardian
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The Ministry of Health and Wellness’ new National Reference Laboratory is more than 50 percent completed and officials said they plan for the facility to be completed in the new year. The Ministry of Health and Wellness, in partnership with the...
In Memory: Aug. 8
Vero News
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August 8, 2025
From Seawinds Funeral Home & Crematory Albert John Fontaine, 85, Sebastian April 20, 1940 – July 24, 2025 Albert John Fontaine, 85, was born on April 20,1940 in Central Falls, Rhode Island to the late Romeo and Alice Fontaine. He passed away at...
ConferenceDirect CDX 2025 Led With Wellness and Insight
Smart Meetings
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August 8, 2025
As an attendee, events can sometimes feel hectic, with general sessions, one-on-ones, lunches and the closing reception. That’s the nature of events. Yet, when more than 150 attendees gathered for ConferenceDirect’s (CD) CDX 2025 at Caesars Palace...
Central Bank ‘monitoring’ situation with Island Pay
The Tribune (Bahamas)
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August 7, 2025
Central Bank Of The Bahamas By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor nhartnell@tribunemedia.net The Central Bank’s governor yesterday confirmed the regulator is “monitoring matters” at a Bahamian digital payments provider subject to client...
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Israel and Palestine: Two-state solution looks good only on paper
Firstpost
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August 9, 2025
“Shalom, chaver (Goodbye, friend),” Bill Clinton said in his eulogy as hundreds of world leaders, including 80 heads of state, gathered at Jerusalem’s Mount Herzl cemetery on November 6, 1995. Two days ago, two shots from a Beretta 84F at a peace...
USF Men’s Basketball Draws VCU in Opening Round of Battle 4 Atlantis
BVM Sports
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August 7, 2025
The USF men's basketball team is set to kick off the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament against VCU on November 26, 2025, at 2:30 PM ET. The tournament takes place from November 26-28 at Atlantis Paradise Island, Bahamas. If victorious, USF will face...
Tired of cruise keycards? These smart wristbands…
USA Today
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Several cruise lines are increasingly using wristband technology, replacing traditional keycards. Wristbands offer convenient features like unlocking cabins, making purchases, and tracking children's location. Wristband costs vary; some are free,...
CFAL closes oversubscribed equity offering backing LNG and solar energy projects
Eye Witness News
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August 7, 2025
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Colina Financial Advisors Ltd. (CFAL) has closed the first offering of its Private Equity Fund, securing strong support from Bahamian investors to finance two major renewable energy projects designed to improve power reliability...
From Hawaii to Florida, a look at US shark attacks so far in 2025
AOL
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Sharks attacked at least a dozen people in the United States so far this year, data collected by USA TODAY shows. The most recent reported incident took place on July 22 in South Florida, when a Canadian tourist was seriously injured and...
Bahamian officials heading to China over SME management
The Tribune (Bahamas)
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August 5, 2025
The Chinese ambassador has met with government officials set to travel to China for a seminar designed to boost growth among Bahamian small and medium-sized businesses. Yan Jiarong saw Barry Griffin, chairman of the Bahamas Trade Commission; Randy...
Manatee spotted off Cape Cod: ‘It’s rare to have manatees this far north’
Boston Herald - Massachusetts
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August 6, 2025
Move over sharks. The beloved sea cow is the one getting all the attention in town. A manatee was recently spotted off the Cape, according to researchers who said it was the first confirmed sea cow sighting off the Cape in nearly 10 years. The...
The history behind Haddonfield's central landmark, a dinosaur nicknamed Haddy
CBS 3 Philly - Pennsylvania
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It stands 8 feet tall and 18 feet long, and it's become a focal point and a central landmark in the heart of Haddonfield. "It is one of the most amazing stories historically in our very historic town," said Doug Rauschenberger, a local historian....
Trade Commission Chairman says China seminar opens the door for stronger SME trade ties
Eye Witness News
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August 5, 2025
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- A Chinese government-sponsored seminar could open the door to expanded trade and investment opportunities between Bahamian and Chinese small businesses, according to Senator Barry Griffin. Griffin, who chairs the Bahamas Trade...
How many shark attacks have happened this year? See a list
Sturgis Journal - Michigan
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Sharks attacked at least a dozen people in the United States so far this year, data collected by USA TODAY shows. The most recent reported incident took place on July 22 in South Florida, when a Canadian tourist was seriously injured and...
The Top 25 College Football Games of the Past 25 Years
Sports Illustrated - New York
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August 8, 2025
Welcome to Sports Illustrated’s College Football Quarter-Century Week. We will look back at the past 25 seasons in college football, ranking the top 25 teams, quarterbacks, non-QB players, coaches, scandals and games. Up next: The best games from...
Towards a data-driven economic model: IMF tourism recommendation
The Nassau Guardian
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Dear Editor, Having listened to recent discussions surrounding the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) recommendations for The Bahamas, it seems to have sparked some confusion over whether the Ministry of Tourism should “cede” its visitor survey...
Oceangate's Titan whistleblower tells BBC 'people were sold a lie'
BBC
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August 6, 2025
Rebecca MorelleScience Editor Alison FrancisSenior Science Journalist ShareSave David Lochridge was sacked after raising safety concerns When the Titan submersible went missing during a dive to the wreck of the Titanic in 2023, David Lochridge...
Best beach in the world with 'whitest sand' is 'paradise' for travellers - top 20 list
The Mirror
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August 6, 2025
Many Brits love to escape the dreary weather for a day by the sea. Perhaps it's the golden sand, crystal clear water or simply the warmer climate that draws you in. Well, Luxury holiday company CV Villas has conducted research to find out which...