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Michael Ennis | Will Jamaica be left behind?
The Gleaner
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July 31, 2025
ADVANCEMENTS IN technology wait for no one. The Industrial Revolution bypassed many societies, and today, they remain low-productivity economies. The Internet revolution missed many also. Today they are forced to catch up. While the Internet...
Carnival Cruise Line Brawl Exposes Possible Security Gaps As Guest Becomes Unwilling “Star Witness”
The Travel
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August 6, 2025
When most people book a cruise, they’re looking forward to ocean views, great food, and lazy beach days in tropical destinations – not front-row seats to a fight. Alas, when large groups of strangers are packed together in close quarters, tensions...
App that promotes vetted contractors partners with Chamber
The Nassau Guardian
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A local tech firm has partnered with the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC) to assist Bahamians with finding suitable contractors for their small home renovations. Candice Knowles, founder and chief executive officer...
Rachel Riley reveals she’d rather swim with sharks than do Strictly Come Dancing again
The Independent
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August 1, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
How To Make The Perfect Summer Cocktail Or Mocktail
Our News Bahamas
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July 31, 2025
Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Summer is still here, so that means you still have time to find your perfect summer cocktail or mocktail with or without alcohol, your preference. Oranges,...
SVG’s Human Development Index Score Continues to Improve
St. Vincent Times
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August 5, 2025
HUMAN DEVELOPMENT INDEX (HDI) Each year, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) publishes its Human Development Index (HDI) of 193 nations globally, as an assessment of their human development. The index encompasses the data relevant to...
Island Pay in ‘bad time’ as clients allege refund delays
The Tribune (Bahamas)
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August 6, 2025
By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor nhartnell@tribunemedia.net Customers yesterday complained they have suffered delays and challenges in recovering their funds from a Bahamian digital payments provider which admitted it is currently enduring...
Titan submersible report says implosion was preventable
The Daily News - Michigan
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PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The Titan submersible disaster could have been prevented, the U.S. Coast Guard said in a report Tuesday that held OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush responsible for ignoring safety warnings, design flaws and crucial oversight...
Mahama promises to revive UHAS expansion to train more health workers
Ghana Broadcasting Corporation
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July 31, 2025
By: Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has assured the Volta Regional House of Chiefs that the expansion of the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) will be brought back on track saying opening additional campuses will help...
OceanGate CEO held responsible for safety flaws
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette
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August 6, 2025
PORTLAND, Maine -- The Titan submersible disaster could have been prevented, the U.S. Coast Guard said in a report Tuesday that held OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush responsible for ignoring safety warnings, design flaws and crucial oversight that, had...
Psoriasis and your feet
The Nassau Guardian
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Psoriasis is a chronic disease caused by an overactive immune system associated with inflammation throughout the body. Symptoms tend to resolve and reoccur throughout a person’s life. It is estimated to affect more than eight million people in the...
CG BritCay Wraps Up 2025 Summer Internship Programme with Cross-Jurisdictional Innovation and Impact
Caymanian Times
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Coralisle Group (CG) has concluded another successful year of its Group-wide Summer Internship Programme, which spanned six jurisdictions including Bermuda, Cayman, The Bahamas, Barbados, Trinidad, and Jamaica. Locally, the interns selected for...
The three interiors trends you’ll be seeing in homes across Australia this year
Seven News
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August 6, 2025
When it comes to homewares, for a long time in Australia it’s been all about classic neutrals, white and a light, bright, coastal feel. But those with a penchant for something with a little more personality will love the fact that Australia’s...
EU credibility at risk over Israel stance, warns ex-ambassador
Euronews
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August 6, 2025
Alleged double standards in the EU's application of international law towards Ukraine and the Gaza Strip are eroding Europe’s credibility with the Global South, with which the bloc is eager to strike trade deals, a former EU ambassador to the...
Titan submersible implosion
Associated Press
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August 5, 2025
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The Titan submersible disaster could have been prevented, the U.S. Coast Guard said in a report Tuesday that held OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush responsible for ignoring safety warnings, design flaws and crucial oversight...
Industry Icons and Rising Stars: Nominate a 2026 Newsmaker Today
RIS Media - Connecticut
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August 6, 2025
In real estate, success isn’t just measured in sales—it’s seen in the vision, leadership and drive that fuel long-term growth and transformation. Whether it’s a powerhouse CEO guiding a company through a pivotal year or a standout agent executing...
UHAS to undergo expansion, additional campuses to be opened in the Volta Region.
Ghanaian Times
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July 31, 2025
President John Dramani Mahama says the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) will soon be expanded with new campuses in the Volta Region to boost healthcare training and job creation. The initiative, he explained, is part of efforts to...
Key Conservation Organizations Recommit to Scaling-Up Mangrove Restoration
Magnetic Media
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July 27, 2025
The Bahamas, July 2025 – In recognition of World Mangrove Day on July 26th, a coalition of government and non-governmental organizations has reaffirmed its goal: planting one million mangroves across The Bahamas by the end of 2026. The Bahamas...
Explosive new report blames OceanGate and its CEO for ‘preventable’ Titan sub disaster
Nautical Voice
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August 6, 2025
A comprehensive report from the U.S. Coast Guard has revealed that the Titan submersible disaster, which claimed the lives of five individuals, was preventable. The 335-page document attributes the tragedy to a flawed design and ignored safety...
How much do you need in an ISA to target a £5,000 monthly passive income?
The Motley Fool UK
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July 31, 2025
For most people, five grand per month in passive income would do very nicely. Indeed, that may even be enough to give up work, assuming one isn’t planning regular luxury spa breaks in The Bahamas. Arguably the best way to target dividend income is...