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Bluehole Pictures Selects Sony's Xdcam HD for Bahamas Tourism VideoBluehole Pictures recently completed the first high-definition project for the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism.
Source : topix.net | 03-Dec-2008 04:25
JetBlue Airways launches online fare sale including Caribbean destinations
NEW YORK, USA: To give jetters a leg up on 2009 travel deals, value airline JetBlue Airways has announced the "E-vent" of the Week: a four-day online fare sale for select flights including three destinations in the Caribbean: Bahamas, Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico.
Source : caribbeannetnews.com | 03-Dec-2008 01:00
Nowhere Safe in The Bahamas
Bahamians must realise that there are no crime-free corners of the country, and that no-one can feel complacent, it was claimed yesterday.
Source : topix.net | 02-Dec-2008 04:16
Bahamas Not in Compliance With...
The director of the Centre for Tax Policy Administration at the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development has once again named The Bahamas among offshore centres that are not in compliance with OECD ...
Source : topix.net | 01-Dec-2008 20:11
Family in Fear After Home Invasion in Nassau Bahamas
I write to you to publicly appeal to the leaders of our society to do something about the alarming, crime situation in this country.
Source : topix.net | 30-Nov-2008 19:54
Ambassador Warns Bahamas To Engage Obama
Bahamas Ambassador to Washington C. A. Smith on Thursday said sound diplomatic and economic relations would likely influence The Bahamas' ability to successfully address the "Stop Tax Haven Abuse Bill" proposed ...
Source : topix.net | 29-Nov-2008 19:37
Bahamas Continues To Encourage Violence Against Women
The hypocrisy is shocking. The Bahamas had the audacity to join other members of the United Nations in adding its name to the campaign ad, "Say NO to Violence Against Women" during a signing ceremony Tuesday at ...
Source : topix.net | 28-Nov-2008 19:27
Bahamas and Haiti agree visa waiver for diplomats
NASSAU, Bahamas (BIS): The Bahamas and Haiti signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the waiver of visas for holders of diplomatic and official passports on Wednesday. Minister of Foreign Affairs Brent Symonette signed on behalf of the Bahamas and Ambassador Louis Harold Joseph on behalf of Haiti.Source : caribbeannetnews.com | 28-Nov-2008 01:00
How to Book a Bahamas Hotel on a Budget
When the economy was booming, many hotel companies began building new properties.
Source : topix.net | 27-Nov-2008 19:27
Shipwreck may hold key to Turks and Caicos lineage
MIAMI, USA (Reuters): A pair of glass-eyed idols led marine archeologists to the wreck of a Spanish ship that once carried an illegal cargo of African slaves believed to be the ancestors of many of today's inhabitants of the British colony of Turks and Caicos. The Trouvadore carried 93 African captives.Source : caribbeannetnews.com | 27-Nov-2008 01:00
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts offer 'Caribbean Vacation Stimulus Package'
PARSIPPANY, USA: Deal-seeking travelers can beat the winter and recession blues with packages at many upscale Wyndham hotels and resorts in the Caribbean that offer savings from 25 to 70 percent. The Wyndham Getaways By Request package offers 25 percent savings with a complimentary fourth night.
Source : caribbeannetnews.com | 27-Nov-2008 01:00
Another Horrible Injustice From The Courts of The Bahamas
Marvin Mackey remembers well the day he saw his six-year-old daughter lying dead on a cold, metal table in the morgue at the Princess Margaret Hospital.
Source : topix.net | 26-Nov-2008 19:08
Nassau Bahamas Hilton Hotel No Longer Recommended
Poor service, filthy rooms, sour-faced employees and unethical business practices lead top Bahamas travel sites to stop recommending the hotel.
Source : topix.net | 26-Nov-2008 06:16
Harrah's sued over Bahamas resort venture
NEW YORK, USA (Reuters): Casino firm Harrah's has been accused by its joint venture partner in a $2.6 billion Bahamas resort project of fraud in trying to end their deal to build the resort, according to a court filing. The dispute is over a deal announced in January 2007 with resort operator Baha Mar Resorts.Source : caribbeannetnews.com | 26-Nov-2008 01:00
Harvesting Juvenile Crawfish Still Illegal in The Bahamas
NASSAU, Bahamas -- The Department of Marine Resources wishes to remind the general public against the illegal harvesting, and offering for sale of juvenile crawfish in The Bahamas.
Source : topix.net | 25-Nov-2008 06:08
Haitian migrants apprehended in central Bahamas
CORAL HARBOUR, Bahamas (RBDF): A total of ninety-five Haitian migrants are currently being detained at the Carmichael Road Detention Center after they were apprehended in the Central Bahamas over the past weekend. All migrants were safe, and in good health.Source : caribbeannetnews.com | 25-Nov-2008 01:00
CARICOM Bureau discusses impact of global financial crisis on the region
ST JOHNS, Antigua (BIS): The global financial crisis and its impact on tourism and foreign direct investment in the region were among matters discussed at the 24th Meeting of the Bureau of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in St John’s, Antigua on Saturday.
Source : caribbeannetnews.com | 25-Nov-2008 01:00
'Cool Bowlings' comes to Northern Ireland
BELFAST, Northern Ireland: Monday marked the opening of the IV Commonwealth Tenpin Bowling Championships 2008 held at Dundonald International Ice Bowl in Northern Ireland. This prestigious event has National Teams participating from the Bahamas, among several other Commonwealth countries.Source : caribbeannetnews.com | 25-Nov-2008 01:00
It's Better In The Bahamas
Much of the increased traffic between Alberta and the Bahamas, however, can be attributed to WestJet's establishment last November of non-stop flights from Calgary to Nassau, the nation's capital.
Source : topix.net | 24-Nov-2008 18:37
Crisis In Paradise: Good News For You
A view of the stalled construction of the Punta Palmera Condominium at the Cap Cana Resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
Source : topix.net | 24-Nov-2008 10:25
Bahamas Film Festival Gets Ready For Action
For the fifth year in a row the Bahamas Film Festival is taking over the island as it gets a headstart on the weekend with two days of activities from Nov 27 - 28.
Source : topix.net | 24-Nov-2008 06:01
Anglican bishops oppose death penalty
The Most Rev Drexel Gomez, Anglican Archbishop of the West Indies. - File Fourteen bishops of the Anglican Church in the Province of the West Indies, meeting in the House of Bishops and Provincial Standing ...
Source : topix.net | 23-Nov-2008 05:53
History of Bahamas
"History of Bahamas." 27 February 2008. HowStuffWorks.com. 20 November 2008. In 1492 Christopher Columbus made his first landing in the New World in the Bahamian archipelago.
Source : topix.net | 22-Nov-2008 15:53
Bahamas-China Tourism a Pipe Dream
While arrivals to the Bahamas are falling, Tourism Minister Vincent Vanderpool-Wallace is in Beijing, China looking to cement ties with trade partners in the Chinese tourism industry.
Source : topix.net | 21-Nov-2008 15:39
Economic slump helps those looking to book hotel rooms on a budget
When the economy was booming, many hotel companies began building new properties.
Source : topix.net | 20-Nov-2008 15:33
Plan a Bond-Worthy Escape To The One&Only Ocean Club In The Bahamas This Winter
This winter, if you are craving to escape somewhere that is tropical, elegant, and definitely splurge-worthy, consider the One&Only Ocean Club in the Bahamas.
Source : topix.net | 20-Nov-2008 06:04
Bahamas committed to financial services sector
NASSAU, Bahamas (BIS): The commitment of the Bahamas to maintaining the country as a “responsible financial services centre is absolute, unequivocal and unalterable” Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Senator Michael Barnett said a briefing of the Bahamas Financial Services Board.Source : caribbeannetnews.com | 20-Nov-2008 01:00
Plenty of elbow room at Caribbean resorts
The ocean glows a milky turquoise. Tiny waves lap at the powder-beige sand, in no rush to reach the line of postcard-perfect palm trees.
Source : topix.net | 19-Nov-2008 21:42
Freighter sinking near Norwegian capital
Norwegian police say a 97-metre freighter is sinking after running aground near Oslo.
Source : topix.net | 19-Nov-2008 15:24
Animal Sex Reported in The Bahamas
The Bahama Journal reports that police have received seven reported cases of people having sex with animals in the Bahamas so far this year.
Source : topix.net | 19-Nov-2008 02:11
Royal Bahamas Defence Force increases its fleet
NASSAU, Bahamas (BIS): The Royal Bahamas Defence Force’s fleet of short, medium and long-range seagoing assets has reached double figures following the receipt of two new 40-foot coastal patrol boats. The receipt of the two boats boosted the number of seagoing assets the Force has received.Source : caribbeannetnews.com | 19-Nov-2008 01:00
Caribbean faces squeeze from financial crisis
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (Reuters): The international financial crisis is putting a squeeze on cash-strapped governments across the Caribbean as the region braces for a steep economic slowdown. A severe spillover from the crisis will be seen in the Caribbean's important tourism market.
Source : caribbeannetnews.com | 19-Nov-2008 01:00
Baha Mar's Harrah's Fraud Action Barred from The Bahamas
A judge has prevented Baha Mar from bringing a fraud lawsuit in the Bahamas against its former equity partner in the $2.6 billion Cable Beach redevelopment, finding that Harrah's Entertainment faced the "risk ...
Source : topix.net | 18-Nov-2008 04:00
Bahamas to stiffen penalties for sexual offences
NASSAU, Bahamas (BIS): Proposed amendments to the Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Act in The Bahamas will increase the penalty for serious sexual offences to life imprisonment, and introduce the new offences of voyeurism and electronic procuration.
Source : caribbeannetnews.com | 18-Nov-2008 01:00
Excitement Grows For Bahamas Film Festival
The goal is not to make millions of dollars through through the production of short films, drama and action packed movies, but to keep filmmaking alive in the Bahamas, according to the organizers of the fifth ...
Source : topix.net | 17-Nov-2008 19:55
US-Bahamas Airlift Trend Looki...
With a premium on airlift at a critical time in The Bahamasa tourism sector, the International Air Transport Association is projecting a net loss of scheduled direct flights to The Bahamas from the US for the ...
Source : topix.net | 16-Nov-2008 19:47
Russian Mob To Extend Influence in The Bahamas?
Since there is absolutely nothing Russia can gain from the Bahamas, there must be other, possibly nefarious, reasons for this exchange.
Source : topix.net | 15-Nov-2008 19:41
Crime in The Bahamas Skyrockets Up 14%
Figures compiled by the Research and Planning Department in the Royal Bahamas Police Force disclose an increase in the murder rate and a major increase in crimes against property.
Source : topix.net | 15-Nov-2008 14:42
Barack Obama: Good or Bad for The Bahamas?
Barack Obama being elected to the presidency of the United States is a milestone.
Source : topix.net | 15-Nov-2008 06:26
Bahamas legislative agenda to bolster anti-crime campaign
NASSAU, Bahamas (BIS): The government of the Bahamas is seeking to ensure that the country’s law enforcement and criminal justice systems both have the legal framework to effectively counter not only the existing crime situation within the country, but also new and emerging forms of crime.Source : caribbeannetnews.com | 15-Nov-2008 01:00
Bahamas and Russia look to strengthen ties in tourism and culture
NASSAU, Bahamas (BIS): Arthur Hanna, Governor General of the Bahamas welcomed the newly appointed Russian Ambassador during a ceremony in the Government House on Thursday. Hanna welcomed the intention of the new leadership of Russia to increase cooperation with the Bahamas and the Caribbean.Source : caribbeannetnews.com | 15-Nov-2008 01:00
Animal Sex Penalties Reduced in The Bahamas
Hoping to give relief to frustrated Bahamians during difficult economic times, the government has reduced the penalties for having sex with animals.
Source : topix.net | 14-Nov-2008 22:26
Bahamas Tourism Continues To Decline
The continued downturn in the tourism industry is being reflected in a newly released economic report from the Central Bank of The Bahamas, which forecasts continued weakening.
Source : topix.net | 14-Nov-2008 05:21
Cable Bahamas Internet Service Meltdown
Bahamian consumers are being terribly inconvenienced, and local businesses are losing large amounts of money due to the almost complete failure of the cable company's Internet operations.
Source : topix.net | 13-Nov-2008 05:12
Bahamas PM warns of job losses in tourism sector
NASSAU, Bahamas: Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham has told Bahamians to brace for job losses in the country's bread and butter tourism sector as the effects of the global financial crisis take a toll on the country. The Bahamas economy is driven by tourism and financial services.Source : caribbeannetnews.com | 13-Nov-2008 01:00
Crunch blitzes Bahamas
THE Bahamas' prime minister proposed to increase government spending through borrowing as a way to cushion the impact of the global economic crisis which is battering the islands' tourism-dependent economy.
Source : topix.net | 12-Nov-2008 05:10