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How Poisons Have Shaped Life On Earth
Science Friday - New York
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FLORA LICHTMAN: This is Science Friday. I’m Flora Lichtman. When I say poisons, you might think of cyanide, arsenic. But have you thought of acorns? What about the cup of coffee you had this morning or the mums growing in your window box? My next...
Scotiabank Launches “Ticket to Tokyo” Campaign with Exclusive Client Event at OKU
Bahamas Local
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Scotiabank Bahamas officially launched its highly anticipated “Ticket to Tokyo” campaign with an exclusive client celebration at OKU Restaurant, transforming the chic venue into a sleek, Tokyo-themed oasis. Guests, including Scotiabank clients and...
MSC now ‘equal equity partner’ in GB Shipyard
The Tribune (Bahamas)
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July 4, 2025
Dry docks at the Grand Bahama Shipyard Mediterranean Shipping Company’s (MSC) cruise division will be joining the Grand Bahama Shipyard as an “equal equity partner” alongside Carnival and Royal Caribbean, it has been revealed. The global shipping...
Families enjoy picture-perfect Fourth of July down the Shore
CBS 3 Philly - Pennsylvania
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From festivals to fireworks, many families celebrated the Fourth of July down the Shore, and the weather was near picture-perfect. Almost everywhere you looked, Old Glory was hung proudly outside many businesses, and red, white, and blue banners...
New maritime recreational complex opens
The Nassau Guardian
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The LJM Maritime Academy opened a new recreational complex yesterday at Arawak Cay. The complex will not only expand training for cadets but also give them an opportunity to unwind after lessons. Prime Minister Philip Brave Davis said the...
Flamboyance of flamingos reminds us: We live in paradise | Leonard
Treasure Coast Palm - Florida
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A group of kayakers encountered a flock of flamingos near Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. The flamingos, likely displaced by Hurricane Idalia, have resided in the area for nearly two years. Though native to Florida, flamingos were hunted...
Marinas chief: 'Looks like in COVID again'
The Tribune (Bahamas)
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July 4, 2025
By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor nhartnell@tribunemedia.net Opposition to the new and increased boating fees has sparked multiple online petitions with the Association of Bahamas Marinas (ABM) chief yesterday saying: "It looks like we're...
Digital provider pledges ‘full financial inclusion’
The Tribune (Bahamas)
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July 4, 2025
By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor nhartnell@tribunemedia.net A Bahamian digital payments provider says it will shortly provide “full financial inclusion” for all islands with more than 50 persons once the necessary equipment arrives, and is...
'Hidden paradise' island with white sand beaches and crystal clear waters is a must-visit
Belfast Live
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July 3, 2025
Jess Flaherty Senior News Reporter 16:00, 03 Jul 2025 A stunning island has been lauded for its "powdery white sand beaches" and "vibrant turquoise waters", which has seen it branded a "hidden piece of paradise" with an exciting variety of...
Jamaica to launch regularization process for undocumented Dominican nationals
Caribbean National Weekly
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July 5, 2025
In a landmark move hailed as a humanitarian and diplomatic triumph, the Government of Jamaica has agreed to initiate a regularization process for Dominican citizens living in the country without legal immigration status. The announcement, made by...
Top 10 Leading Speakers to Follow in 2025
South Africa Today
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July 5, 2025
They say words can move mountains—but in 2025, the right voice can move industries, ignite movements, and reshape the way we think. In an era defined by rapid change and global uncertainty, the demand for speakers who offer more than motivation...
BAMSI Introduces High-Quality Swine Breeds to North Andros Farm
Bahamas Local
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The Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) has launched a major new initiative aimed at transforming the local pork industry and strengthening hands-on training opportunities for students. A herd of high-quality pigs, including...
Botanist to share expertise on enhancing Bermuda’s gardens
The Royal Gazette
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July 3, 2025
Created: Jul 03, 2025 01:35 PM (Updated: Jul 03, 2025 01:35 PM) The Leon Levy Plant Reserve in The Bahamas (Photograph supplied) A botanist from the Bahamas is to give a lecture this month and will share his knowledge in support of work to...
UAE surges ahead in global digital nomad rankings
Gulf News
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Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has solidified its status as a global powerhouse in the digital nomad economy, ranking second worldwide in 2025 as a top destination for digital nomads. This marks a significant leap from fourth place in 2023,...
Authorities reveal how girl, 5, fell overboard from Disney Dream cruise ship before dad jumped in to save her
The Independent
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July 3, 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...
UAE emerges as global base for digital nomads
Gulf Today
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July 5, 2025
The United Arab Emirates has consolidated its status as a leading force and key player in the digital nomad economy, rising to second place globally as a top destination for digital nomads in 2025. This remarkable achievement, advancing from...
Digital currency regulation in Africa: Learning from Nigeria’s Crypto Securities Act
Graphic
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July 5, 2025
Dr David King Boison and Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu Opinion Jul - 05 - 2025 , 09:57 5 minutes read Over the past five years, cryptocurrency has evolved from a speculative fringe into a $3.32 trillion pillar of global finance—over tenfold its...
Small island with white sand beaches and crystal clear waters a 'hidden paradise'
Daily Express
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July 3, 2025
A beautiful island has been praised for its “powdery white sand beaches” and its “vibrant turquoise waters”, being branded a “hidden piece of paradise” with an eclectic mix of wildlife. There’s a dazzling array of stunning, scenic destinations to...
GB born artist Janine Antoni unveils public sculpture in Florida
The Nassau Guardian
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July 1, 2025
A massive carved stone in South Florida has joined a winding path in the heart of the American Midwest as testament to the breadth and depth of artistic vision from one of Grand Bahama’s own. Janine Antoni, born in Freeport and now an...
Companies Behind the Esencia Project in Puerto Rico Leave a Global Trail of Damage
Centro de Periodismo Investigativo
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July 2, 2025
The five foreign companies behind the Esencia megaproject in Cabo Rojo, on Puerto Rico’s southwest coast, have left a trail of environmental destruction and community disputes in the ecologically sensitive areas where they’ve developed previous...