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Remarks given by Prime Minister Hubert A. Ingraham at the opening ceremony of the 24th Annual CANTO conference, Paradise Island, July 13, 2008Good afternoon, Ladies and Gentlemen:It is a pleasure to welcome all of you gathered here for the 24th Annual Conference and Trade Exhibition of the Caribbean Association of National Telecommunication Operators (CANTO). It is my hope that your schedule will

PM: Bahamas Equipped to Tackle The Future: By TOSHEENA ROBINSON-BLAIR - Nassau, Bahamas: In his Independence Day address to the nation, Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham yesterday urged the Bahamas to draw on all its talents, resources and cultural strength in facing internal and external challenges. "I believe that if we as a people delve deep into our positive cultural roots, we will successfu

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This Independence Day, Bahamas: Bahama Journal Editorial - Nassau, Bahamas: Even as our people celebrate Independence, they are being obliged to note and understand that the popular tourist myth of their country and the wider Caribbean as a string of island paradises is being undermined by the realities of crime. Today it is a fact that even some of the smaller and more remote communities in

Sanjay Dutt has duly paid his dues and has undoubtedly faced a very rough patch in his life. His relationship with his family and daughter soured after his marriage to Manyata. Trishala did not take in the news of her father’s marriage smoothly and refused to take his calls and sms. But how long could a daughter not respond to her father’s caring gestures. The ice between the father a

AES Pushing For Deal: By QUINCY PARKER - Nassau, Bahamas: AES Corporation remains committed to pursuit of its proposal to construct a liquefied natural gas (LNG) regasification plant at Ocean Cay in The Bahamas, and has pledged to pay $1 million on the day the agreement is signed with the government. The company has committed to pay $4 million upon the execution of the seabed lease, and $4 mi

AES Proposes BEC Switch To Natural Gas: By Quincy Parker - Nassau, Bahamas: AES Corporation – which wants to build an LNG plant in The Bahamas – could potentially help the Bahamas Electricity Corporation (BEC) both save millions in fuel costs and become more environmentally friendly, the company spokesman contends. AES has estimated – based on New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) foreca

Splitsville—When war erupts in the church: By KARAN MINNIS, Guardian Lifestyles Reporter - Nassau, Bahamas: As the saying goes: All is fair in love and war, but what about when that war strikes inside the church? Over the years there have been countless stories of in-fighting among church leaders and the rifts that take place, which eventually leads to a split, not only in the church's hie

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Gov’t Wants Stiffer Penalties For Child Rapists: By NAVARDO SAUNDERS - Nassau, Bahamas: The government wants to amend the law to give judges the power to sentence child rapists to life in prison, according to Attorney General Claire Hepburn. Speaking at the recent Chamber of Commerce 2nd Annual "Meet the Ministers Forum", Senator Hepburn said the government wants amended the Sexual Offence

Chris Evert and Greg Norman were married on Saturday in a sunset ceremony in the Bahamas, the couple confirmed to PEOPLE exclusively. The tennis and golf legends, both 53, exchanged vows in front of 140 family and friends, including Matt Lauer and singer-songwriter Corey Hart. “They wanted a romantic wedding,” says event planner Mary Fanizzi Krystoff, who [...]

Tennis great Chris Evert and golf legend Greg Norman - both 53-years-old - were married Saturday before 140 guests in a seaside ceremony held under a veil of tight security on Paradise Island in the Bahamas, People.com reported. Celebrity guests at the ceremony included newsman Matt Lauer and “Sunglasses at Night” singer Corey Hart. “They wanted a [...]

Call it a love match! Chris Evert and Greg Norman were married on Saturday in a sunset ceremony in the Bahamas, the couple confirmed to PEOPLE exclusively. The tennis and golf legends, both 53, exchanged vows in front of 140 family and friends, including Matt Lauer and singer-songwriter Corey Hart. “They wanted a romantic wedding,” says event [...]

Parliamentarians Get EPA Update: By Sasha L. Lightbourne - Nassau, Bahamas: However, some – including members of Bahamians Agitating for a Referendum on Free Trade (BARF) – have argued that it amounts to The Bahamas giving up its sovereignty. Minister of State for Finance Zhivargo Laing explained to members of parliament during a luncheon at British Colonial Hilton Hotel on Wednesday what

Greenspan spurs concerns about Bahamian tourism: By INDERIA SAUNDERS, Guardian Business Desk - Nassau, Bahamas: WASHINGTON, DC — The Bahamas may have missed out on the Caribbean's most bullish tourism market ever, with no one other than Alan Greenspan telling industry insiders a record numbers of Americans headed south in March — the same month Nassau saw a decrease in the number of visito

Prostitution rings a growing problem: By JASMIN BONIMY, Guardian Staff Reporter - Nassau, Bahamas: More than two dozen illegal immigrants have been arrested and deported in the past six months for suspicion of prostitution, but officials admitted yesterday that it is just a glimpse into a much larger problem. Director of Immigration Vernon Burrows told The Guardian that his department has r

Poverty On The Rise: By Candia Dames - Nassau, Bahamas: More and more Bahamians are buckling under the weight of the rising cost of living and slipping below the poverty line in The Bahamas, a senior government official has confirmed. The worrying situation comes amid ongoing concerns about food and fuel prices, which continue to climb. Minister of State for Social Development Loretta Butler

Is the BCC failing? By SHAVAUGHN MOSS, Lifestyles Editor - Nassau, Bahamas: The recent abrupt change in leadership, and the silence of the Bahamas Christian Council (BCC) on major social issues facing the nation is cause for grave concern to its effectiveness, according to Reverend J. Emmette Weir, serving pastor at Our Saviour Lutheran Church, East Sunrise Highway, Freeport, Grand Bahama.

Alternatives Sought For Imported Food Staples: By Tameka Lundy - Nassau, Bahamas: As the price of staples like wheat, corn and rice balloon in some cases out of the reach of the world’s poor, agriculture and fisheries officials have been huddled in talks about how to use another starch as a substitute for local consumption. Planners are now advocating that the cassava can become a crucial f

By: Suzane Gray Bahamas is an exotic place to visit. It is in the northern most region of United States. It is a favorite zone for nature lover. It is a wonderful place for holidaying and vacationing. People throng here in large numbers to capture its charming beauty in their photographs. It is a great place for sightseeing. If you want to visit this place, you can get cheap Bahamas vacation packa

Prison Report Details Population Makeup: By Macushla N. Pinder - Nassau, Bahamas: A profile of the inmate population at Her Majesty’s Prison reveals that nearly 2,560 people were admitted to the Fox Hill facility last year, the majority of whom were on remand. According to the prison’s 2007 annual report, 1,741 or 68 percent of the 2,556 people sent to the prison were on remand. The rem

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Education Minister Rejects Nat’l Lottery Suggestion: By Viraj Perpall - Nassau, Bahamas: Minister of Education Carl Bethel has denied that the government plans to establish a national lottery over the next 10 years to fund education in The Bahamas. The statement that the government will establish a national lottery is contained in the latest draft of a new plan for education, which the Bah

IN THE NEWS: Police: Funny Fudge Made With Lavender, Not Pot. Read more HERE.Gee, I've been sitting on these pictures for AGES, haven't I? Well, ok, maybe just a few weeks. But--as promised-- here are some vacation pictures of our trip to ATLANTIS.Me and the kiddo. The Royal towers (not the towers where we stayed) are in the background.Almost doesn't look real, huh?Not sure why this picture was ta

By: Suzane Gray If you are among those, who are tired of their daily routine and looking for some solace and succor, Freeport Bahamas is your destination. The place blooms with serenity and beautiful exotic sights. It offers the perfect environment you have always been yearning for. This capital city of Bahamas Islands is an ultimate destination for soothing your soul. It promises to offer somethi

Pastors Scoff At Plan For Nat’l Lottery: By Viraj Perpall - Nassau, Bahamas: A group of pastors on Tuesday scoffed at a bid by education officials to fund education’s future needs through a national lottery. The most recent draft of a new plan for education – which was obtained by the Bahama Journal – says the government will over the next 10 years fund education through a national lo

Bid For Nat’l Lottery: By Candia Dames - Nassau, Bahamas: Education officials have completed the latest draft of a new strategic plan for education, saying the government will over the next 10 years establish a national lottery to fund education in The Bahamas. "The bulk of monies in education’s budget is allotted to personal emoluments," the plan says. "This trend will continue as it ref

Union boss weighs in on EPA proposal: By KEVA LIGHTBOURNE, NG Senior Reporter - Nassau, Bahamas: Less than a week after scores of Bahamians participated in a peaceful demonstration in the city's center in protest of the government's proposed signing of the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) with the European Union, a leading trade unionist yesterday called for more consultation on the move.

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This group of 700 islands, beginning sixty miles east of the Florida coast, is dazzling in its diversity. Activities like golfing with your family, world class bone fishing, or just hanging out and relaxing at the beach. For diving and snorkling the Bahamas boast the world's third longest barrier reef and visibility of over 200 feet. You can also explore the world's longest underwater cave and ca

A Bahamas Vacation has always sounded like paradise on earth, but did you know that when you travel to the Bahamas you aren't just going to one island, but many.Travelling from one end of the Bahamas to the other, not only are there the well known islands like Grand Bahama, The Abacos, Eleuthera, and Exuma, but the Bahamas is in fact a country of 700 islands, of which 23 are inhabited but there ar

Una vez mas, la sorprendente Lindsay Lohan es sorprendida por las cámaras en las playas de Las Bahamas, luce tan hermosa con en otras ocasiones. Pero esta vez los paparatsis lo encontraron luciendo un bikini negro que contrasta con su blanco cuerpo, veamos las imágenes de Lindsay Lohan :

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Bahamas Football Association—oficial websiteBahamas Advances To Second Round of FIFA World Cup 2010 Qualifying With a dominating performance at the BFA Source: www.bahamasfootballassoc.com World Cup 2010 - Qualifying Draw - Nov 25th - Pokercs.com ForumWorld Cup 2010 - Qualifying Draw - Nov 25th Sport Fans Time to move on from Euro 2008 [...]

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Unions Still Divided as Labour Day Approaches: By TOSHEENA ROBINSON-BLAIR - Nassau, Bahamas: While nixing the idea that the country’s two umbrella unions would finally unite to stage one major Labour Day march, leaders affiliated with the Trade Union Congress (TUC) unveiled plans on Thursday for their annual Labour Day parade, which is expected to be held under the theme, "The struggle for u

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A State of Crisis: Growing Problems Facing Youth: By Sasha L. Lightbourne - Nassau, Bahamas: The country is in a state of crisis due to the situation of its youth, Chairman of the Juvenile Panel Magistrate Carolyn Vogt-Evans asserted Wednesday night. "The future is at risk and so we must look at solutions," said Magistrate Evans, who was a panelist at a Jones Communications sponsored town mee

Politics not closed to pastors: By KARAN MINNIS, Guardian Lifestyles Reporter - Nassau, Bahamas: Is it right for Bishop Neil Ellis to have acted as the spiritual advisor for the Progressive Liberal Party, while Bishop Simeon Hall carried the same role for the Free National Movement? Do you think it was right for Revs. C B Moss, Philip McPhee or Frederick McAlpine to seek political office. Or

Wow! That’s all I can say. Brandy and Tony are so awesome, and they put together one of the best weddings ever. Don’t even know where to begin — it was a whirlwind. Be sure to read the whole post — there’s a slideshow at the end. It was a cool six days, and shooting [...]

UN report-Bahamian FDI fell 18%: By INDERIA SAUNDERS, Guardian Business Desk - Nassau, Bahamas: As Latin America and countries in the Caribbean experienced record growth in foreign direct investment (FDI) last year, The Bahamas, for the first time in decades, found itself unable to grow its own international investment. It fell nearly 20 percent from the previous year, says a new United Natio

Police Sound Alarm Over Growing Pornography: BY VANESSA C. ROLLE - Nassau, Bahamas: Some 15,000 Bahamians have paid membership in adult Internet sex groups, according to Assistant Superintendent of Police Paul Rolle, who added that child pornography in the country has also become an issue for police. In a conference call with the media from throughout the country on Friday, ASP Rolle reported that child and adult pornography appear to be growing in The Bahamas. ASP Rolle, who is heads the Cyber Crimes Unit of the Central Detective Unit, said that in 2006, there were 11,400 Bahamians registered on pornographic or sex group websites such as sexsearch.com and adultfriendfinder.com. "It is growing by leaps and bounds so you can expect to have the problem of Internet porn in The Bahamas,

The New York Post reports Mariah Carey, 38, and Nick Cannon, 27, were secretly married at Mariah's new home in Eleuthera in the Bahamas. "There was no prenup - there wasn't time," a source told the paper. A Mariah friend said, "Everyone is happy to s

Saving less does not mean stop saving: By INDERIA SAUNDERS, Guardian Business Desk - Nassau, Bahamas: Rising costs are not only affecting the bank balance of the average Bahamian, but are also chipping away at her retirement fund. Amidst increasing gas, food and electricity prices, caution investment specialists, many Bahamians forget about paying another bill — monthly contributions to their nest eggs. Now's really the time to step up those payments, argues Khalil Braithwaite with Colina Financial Advisors Ltd. "In good times save, in bad times, save even more (because) a possible recession is going to have some indirect effects," he told Guardian Business Thursday. "Generally 10 percent is enough, but realistically people should be looking at saving around 15 percent." There

Grand Bahamas island will make your vacation excitingA holiday is meant to relax you from your daily work schedule. And for a holiday trip, Grand Bahamas is the perfect place to enjoy. It is one of the famous holiday spots that after one visit, you will plan to give next visit. It's called paradise by most of the people. The Bahamas is an archipelago of over 700 islands among which Grand Bahamas island is one of the most beautiful holiday destinations. You must plan a trip to experience the unique cuisine, culture, tradition and nightlife of this historic island. It is the natural beauty that attracts many tourists towards it. There is no doubt in the fact that this island has one of the most lovely and overwhelming beaches of the world. You will experience a memorable trip to this island.

Scuba Diving In the Bahamasby Peter de VizardThe Bahamas are a group of tropical islands in the Atlantic off the coast of Florida. There are many islands and they are very popular tourist destinations. Every year, many thousands of people from all over the worlds travel to go scuba diving in some of the best and most beautiful reefs in the world.Tropical Experience of a LifetimeThe Bahamas is a beautiful place to visit. Not only is it known for its friendly local people, great weather and interesting sites. It has fantastic scuba diving locations, which are spread, around the many islands. Scuba diving in the Bahamas is very enjoyable, due to its warm tropical water and long hours of sunshine. There are twenty-five dive areas that have some of the most fantastic and most beautiful scuba di

Government Focus On Food Security: By Kendea Jones - Nassau, Bahamas: The government is working feverishly to help Bahamian farmers to produce their own food in the midst of a worldwide food crisis, according to Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources Larry Cartwright. Food prices in The Bahamas have already increased significantly over the last few months. For instance, in Grand Bahama, in February the reported cost for items such as limes/lemons had gone up by 42.5 percent; for apples, 37 percent; butter, 27.6 percent and sweet peppers, 19.2 percent. In New Providence, prices in February on tangerines were up 9.4 percent; limes/lemons, 7.6 percent and canned milk, 3.6 percent. Other food items that advanced the consumer price index included, but were not limited to, frozen fr

Looking for a great international weekend getaway that won't require a day's worth of air travel? Check out the Four Seasons Resort Great Exuma at Emerald Bay in the Bahamas. Located just 300 miles from Miami, this 183-room resort is set in the peaceful waters and white beaches of Emerald Bay. The resort includes three restaurants, spa facilities, three swimming pools, tennis courts, and a Greg Norman designed golf course. PerfectEscapes.com is offering special rates starting at $1045 per night which includes a $100 "sand dollar" credit which you can use at the spa, golf course or restaurants. Needless to say, at over a grand a night, your relaxing stay won't be interrupted by drunk frat guys.

Pharmacies selling cigarettes ignite industry debate: By VERNON CLEMENT JONES, Guardian Business Editor - Nassau, Bahamas: An apparent growth in the number of drugstores selling cigarettes is sparking debate among pharmacists, many concerned the practice compromises ethical guidelines while providing no real boast to the bottom line. "About 80 percent of a Bahamian pharmacy's sales are directly from prescription drug," said Crystal Gibson, a local practitioner, "There's no need for pharmacies to get involved with selling something that actually harms the client-customers they are hoping to help." Her comments come as another two of the country's 50 or more drugstores move to stock and sell tobacco products. They join at least three others scattered across downtown Nassau offering c

Yesterday every celebrity blogger and their slutty fat sister posted pictures of Stacy ‘Fergie’ Ferguson laying around in her bikini in the Bahamas. So when these even newer pictures surfaced I had to jump on the bandwagon. I don’t want to be left behind, everyone will think I’m slow and I’ll have to take a short bus to all the celebrity blogger Bar B Q’s this summer…. I can’t let that happen.

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Fergie y su novio, Josh Duhamel, tuvieron otras vacaciones en las Bahamas. Ellos tomaron rayos de sol y practicaron algunas actividades deportivas. Realmente Fergie es muy sexy. Tenemos más fotos, que han sido publicadas en egotastic.

Ban on Haitian boat would double import costs: By INDERIA SAUNDERS, Guardian Business Desk - Nassau, Bahamas: A pending ban on Haitian sloops in our waters could take the wind out of the sails of a business that has only begun to develop – entirely legal trade between Haiti and The Bahamas. Last week, Director of Immigration Vernon Burrows confirmed the policy change, suggesting those cargo ships present too great a risk to national security. While the wooden-hulled vessels are suspected of playing a major role in the trafficking of drugs, guns and humans, they're also the only freighters that conduct regular and direct import runs from the impoverished nation. It is, of course, the homeland of an increasing number of Bahamians and a target for local businesses looking to trim su

[BP] Fotos da Fergie de bikini nas Bahamas [/BP]A cantora Fergie que passa ferias nas Bahamas foi fotografada pelo tablóide inglês "Daily Mail" , Vestindo um biquíni vermelho, a cantora de 33 anos mostrou mais uma vez que está com tudo em cima. O casal pegou sol, nadou e andou de jet ski.Recentemente, houve especulações de que Fergie estaria grávida de Duhamel , com quem está junto desde 2004 - em dezembro último, os dois ficaram noivos e pretendem se casar ainda este ano . A vocalista do Black Eyed Peas encarou o tititi com bom humor. "Isso quer dizer que eu tenho que fazer mais ginástica". Com esse corpão, alguém acha que Fergie tem que se preocupar?

After a hectic performing schedule and months of fending off pregnancy rumours, pop star Fergie took time out for a spot of rest, relaxation and romance in the Bahamas over the weekend. The Duchess showed of her toned - and bump-free - body in a tiny red string bikini as she took to the surf with her actor fiancé Josh Duhamel. Cooling off: pop star Fergie shows off her amazing bikini body

Billed as a “destination resort” for families, the grand-scale Atlantis (located on Paradise Island in the Bahamas) is part family beach haven, part waterpark, and part aquatic habitat. This majestic, towering hotel complex appears to rise right out of the ocean. If your family loves swimming, water slides, and getting up close and personal with marine life, this is a great place to choose for a family vacation.Atlantis welcomes family members of all ages—from the tiniest babies, to school age kids, to grandma and grandpa—and has a variety of accommodations to suit every family’s style. There are activities to please all at this enormous place, and each day you’ll get a schedule that tells you what’s going on throughout the resort.Water, Water EverywhereThemed around the lege

Fergie and Josh Duhamel jetted off for a weekend vacation in paradise.Wearing a hot red bikini with black straps, the “My Humps” singer Stacy “Fergie” Ferguson took to the beaches of the Bahamas - splitting time between sunning herself and walking along the beach with her man, Josh Duhamel.As the day grew hotter, Fergie and Josh headed for the water. The Hollywood couple splashed around for a bit before hopping on a wave runner for a quick cruise.Fergie with Bikini on a Beach in the Bahamas Pictures credit: Celebutopia.netAccordint to source, the Black Eyed Pea singer has recorded the opening tune for the much anticipated “Sex and the City” movie.

According to Krissie Newman’s new post on Krissies Korner her and Ryan headed to the Bahama’s for this past week while the Cup series drivers had the week off. Sound like they had a good relaxing time. Head over there and check out her post. Hopefully that got Ryan some needed down time too cool off [...]

It’s always a pleasure to get some celebrity bikini candids and to get some of Stacy "Fergie" Ferguson is truly something special. Here she is on vacation with her fiance Josh Duhamel in the Bahamas… Definitely one of the best bikini bodies out there. See more and in high resolution here. Similar Posts:Mega Post: “Movies Rock” [...]

Men urged to return to roles as fathers: By STAFF WRITER, Nassau Guardian - Nassau, Bahamas: Bahamas Faith Ministries Senior Pastor Dr. Myles Munroe is appealing to men to return to their vital role as fathers in our nation, and embrace not only their own children, but all the sons and daughters of our communities. His plea was made recently at the launching of the All-Pro Dad show, an international organization that focuses on restoring the value of fathers in family and nation- building. "The state of escalating crime, violent murders, depressing daily news from the courts, school fights, gang warfare and the still menacing drug use, are all cause of deep concern for all Bahamians," said Munroe. "The government, the church, civic groups and corporate organizations are all grappling

Expert Calls For More Attention To Climate Change Issues: BY VANESSA C. ROLLE - Nassau, Bahamas: The worldwide effort to combat the effects of climate change is not far removed from The Bahamas. On the home front, officials continue to suggest ways the local population can do its part to reduce the impact of global warming. All over the world the movement is growing to address global warming. "One of our major threats is sea level rise," said Dr. Arthur Rolle, director of the Bahamas Department of Meteorology. "With a population of 300,000 and 80 percent living within one kilometer of the coastline, you will see how potentially dangerous that is for our residents. The way to curb it is for us to do whatever we can to adapt to sea level rise situations." Climate change, he explained,

These are rays swimming in the man made lagoon in at the Atlantis Resort in Nassau, Bahamas. I visited there in 1998. Please vote for Everything Everywhere Travel Blog at the [...]

A Cheap Bahamas Vacation Can Be The Perfect Family Holiday In today’s world of deadlines and hectic schedules our lifestyle leaves us little time to relax. A vacation with our close ones can help us unwind and rejuvenate our stressed body and soul. A cheap Bahamas vacation could be just the solution for your knotted nerves [...]

Ministry planning to tackle school violence: By BIANCA SYMONETTE, Guardian Staff Reporter - Nassau, Bahamas: The Ministry of Education is preparing to unveil a comprehensive plan to address the growing problem of school violence, in light of recent altercations at a junior and senior high school in New Providence. Though opting not to disclose any detailed information about the plan, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education Elma Garraway, explained that once the information collected by ministry officials, and the resulting solutions to the problem leads to actual policy, the ministry would reveal its plans in full detail. "We have our solutions and when they are all consolidated, and we have a policy agreement as to where we are to go, we will announce it," Garraway said.

Police Chief Says No Need For Police In Schools: By Kendea Jones - Nassau, Bahamas: Despite violent episodes at two public high schools last week, Acting Commissioner of Police Reginald Ferguson maintains there is no need for police to be stationed at schools. "People have to realize that this is not just the police’s problem," Mr. Ferguson said in an interview with the Bahama Journal on Sunday. "This is a problem that affects our entire society. Parents have to be accountable and look after their children better. Whether the police is there or not things are going to happen." The first incident occurred last Thursday at D.W. Davis Junior High School. According to school officials, the incident occurred just after some students were released from a study period for BJC examinations

Tiger Woods Urged To Abandon Albany - By Tameka Lundy: Nassau, Bahamas: A local environmental protection group is attempting to take its concerns about a multimillion-dollar exclusive resort development under construction in southwest New Providence to one of three golf pros behind the development, asserting that in its present form the project is not sustainable and some components should be eliminated. The Director of ReEarth, Sam Duncombe, is seeking to draw outside attention to the potential problems that the Albany Beach and Golf Resort could pose for The Bahamas and has written a letter to Tiger Woods, one of the partners behind the project. In her letter, she registers her deep concern for the environmental and social problems associated with the Albany project and urges Mr. W

Copyright Karen Schaler All Rights Reserved This has to be one of my favorite TRAVEL THERAPY photos so far. Since just looking at this photo is inspiring so you can only imagine what visiting this destination will do!

By TOSHEENA ROBINSON-BLAIR - Nassau, Bahamas: After months of testimony, the jury in the inquest into the death of Daniel Smith, the son of the late former Playboy Playmate Anna Nicole Smith, on Monday handed down its verdict – one that essentially found his death to be accidental. The jury delivered a unanimous decision that Daniel died as a result of a "non-dependent use of drugs." Essentially, that means he was not addicted to the drugs he consumed and did not expect to die from them. It was not the verdict that the attorney representing Daniel’s family had hoped for. "We don’t think it makes any sense," said Neil McCabe, the U.S. attorney representing Daniel’s grandmother Virgie Arthur and his father, Billy Smith. "The boy was not a drug user. The judge said so. Why he

Education System Suffering From Bad Policy Decisions, Archer Says: By Candia Dames - Nassau, Bahamas: The country’s education system is still suffering from some of the bad policy decisions made after independence in 1973, according to former High Commissioner to CARICOM A. Leonard Archer, who is also a former educator who headed the Bahamas Union of Teachers. Mr. Archer, who was the special guest on the Love 97/JCN programme "Jones and Company" on Sunday, said that after independence many good teachers felt they were no longer welcomed in the system and so they left. The result, he said, was a shortage of educators in the public school system and the powers that be lowered the standards teachers had to meet before being hired. It meant that many teachers were brought in with lowe