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Last Updated: May 17, 2012 - 12:34:48 AM |
Community
Natalie Warne of Invisible Children Organization uplifts at LCIS 50th Anniversary Speaker Series - May 17, 2012 - 12:15:19 AM
Nassau, Bahamas - Natalie Warne, an American Film-maker and inspirational speaker, encouraged
students in The Bahamas to work to make a change in the world at a talk
at the Rainforest Theater on April 27th. About 150 students and parents
gathered to listen to Natalie tell the story of her decision as a 17-year-old
student to join the Invisible Children Organization. Her decision changed
the direction of her life and started her on a journey that would take
her across America and to Africa and, eventually, here to The Bahamas.
Natalie was invited to Nassau as part of the Lyford Cay International
School’s (LCIS) 50th Anniversary Speaker Series. “We saw her speak
on TED talks and we..."
Entertainment
Global Battle of the Bands Worldwide Final Rescheduled - May 16, 2012 - 10:58:52 PM
The final competition
of the Global Battle of the Bands, originally scheduled to be held in
Romania on June 2 has been rescheduled to September 15th, owing to
current unrest in Romania because of city and government changes,
according to Tore Lande, GBOB Worldwide Ltd. Ricardo Berris, Chairman,
GBOB Bahamas said the extra time would be used to raise funds needed to
send the Bahamas’ winning band, Stinkin’ Wayz (pictured) to compete
against 30 countries at this big event.
Sports
Islanders men's basketball signs Bahamas native - May 16, 2012 - 10:52:45 PM
CORPUS CHRISTI —
The Texas A&M–Corpus Christi men’s basketball team has signed Zane
Knowles to a National Letter of Intent, Islanders coach Willis Wilson
announced Wednesday. The native of Nassau, Bahamas, will have two years
of eligibility remaining when he arrives for the 2012-13 season.
The 6-foot-9, 240-pound center averaged 12.6 points and 8.4 rebounds
at Pearl River (Miss.) Community College last season, as he shot 61
percent from the field. He also blocked 37 shots in 27 games, and added
11 steals.
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International :
Organization of American States (OAS)
OAS Permanent Council Refers Draft Social Charter of the Americas to the General Assembly of Cochabamba - May 16, 2012 - 10:47:37 PM
The
Permanent Council of the Organization of American States (OAS) and the
Permanent Executive Committee of the Inter-American Council for Integral
Development (CEPCIDI) today held a joint meeting that approved the
referral to the General Assembly of the Social Charter of the Americas
and the development of an action plan for its implementation.
Daniel
Cerno, Alternate United States Representative to the OAS and Chair of
the Working Group on the Draft Social Charter of the Americas, presented
the text of the resolution, which highlights "the effort and commitment
of all Member States to promote and protect all the human rights of the
people of the Americas...
Arts & Culture
The Hub presents, ART Amuse Bouch with artist, Susan Moir Mackey - May 16, 2012 - 9:44:51 PM
Nassau, Bahamas - “An amuse-bouche
(amoos-boosh) is a single, bite-sized hors d’oeuvre, different from an
appetizer, in that it is not ordered, but offered, according to the
chef’s selection alone—a “delight of the mouth” to offer a glimpse into
the culinary artist’s approach.
On Sunday, May 20th 2012, from 2 - 4pm, The Hub in Nassau is hosting a
selection from the work of Grand Bahama based artist, Susan Moir
Mackay’s.
Mackay will be on
hand at The Hub to chat about this sampling of her diverse work, sharing
insights and commentary about her intention, inspiration, and process...
News :
Grand Bahama
Grand Bahama Shipyard introduces Robotic Blasting - May 16, 2012 - 8:54:53 PM
Freeport, Grand
Bahama – New robotic blasting
is now being used at the Grand Bahama Shipyard to expedite the work at the yard
in Freeport. Training began a few weeks ago, teaching
Bahamians to drive the highly technical environmental robot used for hull
stripping.
Blaster and Painter Jarvis Pinder, an
11-year employee and Marvin Taylor a 4-year employee, are pictured training on
the newest equipment being utilized at the world’s second largest ship repair
yard in the Americas. “The new robotic
blasting units make our work safer, easier, more efficient, and it goes much
quicker than traditional blasting,” said Pinder.
Entertainment :
Bahamas International Film Festival
Bahamas International Film Festival announces 2012 poster winner - May 16, 2012 - 5:52:46 PM
Nassau,
Bahamas - Bahamas International Film Festival (BIFF) unveils their 2012
poster. Winning the poster competition is Theo McClain, partner and
Creative Director, IDYA, whose skills range from photography
printmaking, screen-printing, graphic design and illustration.
Judges
for the competition were Bahamian graphic designer, Dionne
Benjamin-Smith; Bahamian artist Lavar Munroe; and American graphic
designer, Lise Andersson Logan.
McCain
serves as Senior Designer at SIDDA Communications and has led
impressive work on many projects including Island of the World Fashion
Showcase, Bahamas Junior Achievement and The Bahamas Cancer Society...
Columns :
The New Bahamian - Joseph Gaskins
Deafening Silence: Disabilities and Bahamian Society - May 16, 2012 - 5:37:12 PM
 Over the last few weeks I’ve gotten in the habit
of listening to GuardianTalk Radio’s livestream. I catch Teej Grant’s
“Coffee Break” and “The Darold Miller Show.” Honestly, it has
become a bit of a distraction; I become far to engrossed to get anything
done.
A few weeks ago, I happened to catch Michael Strachan’s
“Morning Blend.” Dr. Michelle Major, and one other doctor whose
name I don’t recall, talked about the issues disabled Bahamians face
on daily basis. The doctors claimed that there were about 7,000 autistic
persons in the Bahamas, but most surprising was this statistic: 30%
of Bahamians are disabled in some way...
Community :
Royal Bahamas Police Force :
Grand Bahama District
Grand Bahama arraignments for armed robbery charges - Eight Mile Rock homicide victim identified - May 16, 2012 - 5:05:32 PM
 Grand Bahama, Bahamas
- In relation to the armed robbery of a local food store in the
Freeport area that occurred on Wednesday 9th May, 2012 at approximately
8:55pm, THOMAS HANNA Jr. DOB 14th August, 1983, HARRISON RIGBY DOB 27th
November, 1986, FREEMAN THURSTON DOB 12th January, 1988 and a 17 year
old juvenile, all of Freeport, were arraigned in Magistrate’s Court No. 2...
The 46 year old man
who was stabbed in the Pinedale area of Eight Mile Rock on Monday 14th
May, 2012 at approximately 10:00pm has been officially identified as
PETER BENEBY AKA PETER CHARLTON...
News :
Ministry of Tourism Updates
Coastal Walk & Clean-Up to be held by the Heritage Trail, Old Freetown - May 16, 2012 - 5:01:08 PM
 Freeport, Grand Bahama - April was designated as Coastal
Awareness Month, and though we are now into May, activities have trickled on. On
Saturday, May 19th, The Sustainable Tourism Committee will be officially
wrapping up Coastal Awareness Month for 2012 by having a Coastal Walk &
Clean-Up by the Heritage Trail, Old Freetown.
A 6-mile stretch near Barbary Beach
will be combed for trash, and the refuse items will be recorded in an effort to
find a common thread in rubbish found, that can be addressed afterward. The
group will convene at the Garden of The Groves at 7:30 AM, and begin the
walk/clean-up at 8 AM...
Community :
Royal Bahamas Police Force :
Grand Bahama District
Illegal immigrants arrested and found in possession of dangerous drugs - May 16, 2012 - 3:29:30 PM
Grand Bahama Island,
Bahamas - It was a combined effort between the Police and Bahamas
Immigration officers who were conducting a check an apartment in the
Lucaya area at 12noon today, Wednesday 16th May, 2012, when four illegal
immigrants were discovered.
Three males and one female ages 28,
37, 43 and 55 – three from Dominican Republic and one from Jamaica were
taken into custody. During a further search of the apartment by the
officers, one pound of suspected marijuana with a street value of
$1,000.00 was also found...
Community
Bahamian Dream Documentary Inspires Hope among Youth in Business - May 16, 2012 - 2:42:43 PM
Nassau, Bahamas - “The
Bahamian Dream” premiered at a screening and reception held at the British
Colonial Hilton. The event was hosted by president of Bahamas Striping and
Atario Mitchell. The half hour documentary will air on four TV channels ZNS,
Cable 12, JCN and BCN this month and in May and June.
The
documentary focuses on Mitchell and his company and how they turned a $5,000
grant from the Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture into a viable, growing
business. The company started in May 2010 and sought to prove itself in the
face of established foreign and local competitors. Using Mitchell as an example
for Bahamian youth, producer and director Jerome Sawyer sought to portray the
challenges and opportunities that face young Bahamians starting in business...
Community :
Grand Bahama
Keep Grand Clean Committee recognizes Earth Day efforts - May 16, 2012 - 2:27:59 PM
Freeport, Bahamas –
Members of the Keep Grand Clean Committee (KGBC) were thrilled with last
month’s ‘Earth Day’ efforts amongst the local community. According to
KGBC Chairperson, Nakira Wilchcombe, “this year’s theme, ‘Mobilizing the
Earth’ was embraced locally by the concept of ‘Mobilizing Grand Bahama’
to become active rather than inactive.”
The ‘Earth Day’
celebrations officially kicked off on April 21st with an extensive
coastal clean-up of the William’s Town Beach, from east to west...
News :
Bahamas Information Services Updates
Bahamas cautions IMO in dealing with maritime pirates - May 16, 2012 - 1:23:05 PM
The Bahamas has
called on members of the International Maritime Organisation to react
responsibly to the increasing attacks on vessels and crew by pirates in
open waters.
His Excellency Paul Farquharson, High Commissioner
and Permanent Representative of The Bahamas to the International
Maritime Organisation made the plea while addressing the High Level
Meeting on Piracy at the Ninetieth Session of the Maritime Safety
Committee in London on Wednesday, May 16, 2012.
He said while The Bahamas supports the development of minimum standards...
Arts & Culture
Jubilee Dance Studio presents, GLITZ: A Broadway Dance Production! - May 16, 2012 - 1:09:28 PM
Nassau gets a Broadway
treat as this highly anticipated show hits the Rainforest Theatre stage
on Friday May 25th. This incredible night of over the top entertainment
celebrates Broadway's hottest numbers! Show numbers from Chicago,
Burlesque, Lion King, Cats, Rent, Grease, In the Heights, Sweet Charity,
Fosse, A Chorus Line and many more!
Kim Kikivarakis, owner of Jubilee
Dance Studio, says "You've never seen a dance show this diverse. We
feature kids from the age of 3, all the way up to a 73 year old rocking
it out in the Zumba blast! This is a truly Jubilee Dance Studio
production: Dancing, acting, singing, and audience participation, it's
out of the box and that's just who we are...
The Bahamas Boasts
New Iguana Conservation Facility Opens on San Salvador - May 16, 2012 - 10:38:59 AM
THE BAHAMAS - An important step forward has been taken in the protection
of the endangered San Salvador iguana. The new San Salvador Iguana
Conservation Centre, located at the Gerace Research Centre on San
Salvador Island in the southern Bahamas, was opened on May 9th. The
Centre will breed and raise the local iguanas until they are large
enough to be safely released in selected areas around the island. At
present, only about 500 of these iguanas cling to a precarious existence
on tiny offshore cays and small islets in the inland lake.
In attendance at the opening were representatives from the Island’s
Administrator, local conservation organization San Salvador Living
Jewels, the Bahamas National Trust, William K. Hayes, Ph.D, of Loma
Linda University who partnered...
News :
Ministry of Tourism Updates
Touch down for romance in 16 islands of The Bahamas - May 16, 2012 - 10:34:59 AM
NASSAU, FL - Sixteen
lucky brides and their grooms-to-be touched down in Nassau before
heading off to 16 different islands where Bahamian wedding planners are
making the finishing touches to arrangements for the 16th May wedding
ceremonies. Each won by the UK couples in the Bahamas 16 Islands
Wedding Invitation.
Two couples will take a short taxi ride, one staying in Nassau for
their ‘Colour Me with Love’ ceremony that will revolve around a junkanoo
theme, and the other travelling over the connecting bridge to Paradise
Island for their ’Royal Bliss’ wedding in the 14th century Cloister...
Community :
Royal Bahamas Police Force
Mobile division uncovers firearm - Review of section 208 of Chapter 84 of The Penal Code - May 16, 2012 - 9:56:39 AM
Nassau, Bahamas - Officers of the
Mobile Division removed a shotgun from a park at Meeting and Augusta
Streets in New Providence. Initial reports are that around 12:10 am on
Wednesday 16th May, 2012 officers acting on information went to the area
where they uncovered the weapon. No arrests were made; however, active
police investigations continue...
According to section 208 of Chapter 84 The Penal Code, whoever makes use of any threatening, abusive, insulting, obscene, or profane language, or sings any insulting or offensive song or ballad...
News :
International :
Caribbean News
10th annual St. Martin Book Fair opens May 31 with leading economist Dr. Norman Girvan - May 16, 2012 - 7:52:17 AM
GREAT
BAY/MARIGOT, St. Martin
- The 10th annual St.
Martin Book Fair, will take place on May 31 – June 2, 2012, said book fair coordinator
Shujah Reiph.
Some 14 guest authors and artists, from Asia to the
Americas, will be on hand to celebrate the opening of the book fair’s 10th
anniversary edition at the Belair Community Center on Thursday, May 31, at 8
pm, said Reiph.
Dr. Girvan, leading economist, author, and professor emeritus at UWI-Trinidad, will deliver the keynote address,
“The Cost of Moving
Forward with Caribbean Unity,” at the opening ceremony of the literary
festival, said Reiph...
Focus on Fashion
Crystal Powell wins Mission Catwalk Avant Garde Challenge - May 16, 2012 - 7:40:43 AM
Kingston, Jamaica -
Jamaican Crystal Powell wowed judges on Mission Catwalk episode eight
with an avant garde, couture garment made from alternative material- old
newspapers and materials from a hardware store. This is the second win
for the 25 year-old who previously won the Flapper challenge on episode
three.
For Crystal, the win
was a confidence booster: “I got a chance to show the judges that I can
be dramatic and over the top and very intense, moods I usually reserve
for my poetry and drawings. Avant guarde is highly regarded in fashion,
so for me it was a validation of my design acumen...”
Entertainment :
getMusic Productions by TaDa
MAY Lineup on ArtOvation with TaDa Radio (This Saturday - Jamie Lewis) - May 16, 2012 - 4:44:10 AM
Nassau, Bahamas -
ArtOvation with TaDa is a weekly one-hour radio show of one-on-one interviews with the brightest personalities in arts, entertainment and innovation!
Saturdays at 8am EST tune in to ArtOvation on
Star 106.5 FM.
Saturday, May 12th | Jace McKinney - PTAP Nurturing brotherhood featured artist
Saturday, May 19th | Jaime Lewis - CEO Islandz Saturday, May 26th | Greg Lampkin - Living Legend and Actor/Radio Personality
Community :
Royal Bahamas Police Force
Police investigate afternoon shooting incident - Continue operation "Save Lives" - May 15, 2012 - 8:00:44 PM
Nassau, Bahamas - In keeping with the Commissioner of Police 2012 policing plan,
“Improving Community Safety and Enforcing the Rules of the Road,
officers of the Northeastern Division conducted operation, “Save Lives”.
The operation was held on Monday 14th May, 2012 between the hours of
10:30 am and 12:15 pm and resulted in thirty-two (32) drivers being
cited for various traffic offences.
Police are
questioning two (2) Augusta Street men in connection with a recent
shooting incident. According to reports the incident occurred around
2:20 pm on Tuesday 15th May, 2012 at Augusta Street and ...
News :
International :
Organization of American States (OAS)
OAS Highlights Work to Promote Sustainable Development and Citizen Security - May 15, 2012 - 7:23:51 PM
The
Permanent Council of the Organization of American States (OAS) and the
Permanent Executive Committee of the Inter-American Council for Integral
Development (CEPCIDI) today held a joint session focused on the
organization’s work toward “concrete effective and sustainable results”
in human development and citizen security in the region.
The OAS
Executive Secretary for Integral Development, Jorge Saggiante, and the
OAS Secretary for Multidimensional Security, Adam Blackwell, pointed to
the interdependence between development and security, emphasizing the
joint work they’ve done on the issue. The two Secretariats “have worked
together to guarantee the empowerment of youth as a central element of
strategies of violence...
Community :
Royal Bahamas Police Force :
WANTED PERSONS
WANTED: Kendrick Kaycee Green of Yamacraw Estates - May 15, 2012 - 6:29:48 PM
Nassau, Bahama s-
Police are requesting the public’s help in locating 35 year old KENDRICK
KAYCEE GREEN of LYLE STREET, YAMACRAW ESTATES. Green is described as
having dark brown complexion, medium built and stands at 5’10” tall.
Officers
of the Drug Enforcement Unit want to question Green reference to
Possession of Dangerous Drugs with Intent to Supply. Anyone with
information as to the whereabouts of KENDRICK KAYCEE GREEN is asked to
contact police @ 919,
the DRUG ENFORCEMENT UNIT @ 323-7139 or 397-3800 or...
Arts & Culture
An Evening of Jazz with Steve Koven set for Grand Bahama on May 25th - May 15, 2012 - 6:26:18 PM
Freeport, Bahamas -
Jazz pianist, Steve Koven of The Steve Koven Trio will be performing in
Grand Bahama Island for one night only to support the Grand Bahama
Performing Arts Society on
Friday, May 25th at 8pm at the Canal House,
Pelican Bay Hotel.
Although Steve Koven will be
traveling solo, he will joined on stage by local musicians, Ozzie Hall,
Patrick Russell and Clarence Green.
Steve Koven was born
in Toronto, Canada, and began playing piano at age seven. He has been a
professional musician since earning a BFA in Contemporary Improvisation
from York University in 1987. In addition to performing world-wide with
his trio, Koven plays solo piano concert throughout North America,
Europe, and the Caribbean. When not on tour or in the studio...
News :
International :
Caribbean News
Princess Juliana Int’l Airport believes in the ‘greening and re-greening’ of St. Maarten - May 15, 2012 - 6:18:04 PM
BELAIR, St. Maarten - Princess Juliana Int’l
Airport, as Blue Flag-designated
company for April, in collaboration with Environmental Protection in the
Caribbean (EPIC) and St. Maarten Nature Foundation, initiated a tree-planting
ceremony along Belair Road on Friday, May 11, to culminate its Blue Flag
activities and show its commitment to environmental issues.
PJIAE Managing Director Regina LaBega, quoted
Frank Lloyd Wright in her remarks, noting “The best friend … of man is the tree,”
and added that “the airport believes in the environment and in the greening and
re-greening of St. Maarten...
Community :
Royal Bahamas Police Force :
Grand Bahama District
Male body discovered floating in water - 4 persons to be arraigned for armed robbery - 3 persons injuried in traffic accident - May 15, 2012 - 6:11:10 PM
Grand Bahama Island - Officers at the Central Detective Unit are continuing their investigations
into the death of a 82 year old male visitor to the Bahamas from
Pennsylvania, USA. It was shortly before 3:00pm this afternoon, Tuesday
15th May, 2012 when officers were notified and responded to the Taino Beach...
At 9:40pm on Monday
14th May 2012 police officers from the Police Traffic Division
investigated a traffic accident that occurred on Queens Highway, in the
Bartlett Hill area of eight Mile Rock near the junction of Saint Stephen
Road...
In relation to the
armed robbery of a local food store in the Freeport area that occurred
on Wednesday 9th May, 2012 at approximately 8:55pm, four persons...
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