By FAY SIMMONS Tribune Business Reporter jsimmons@tribunemedia.net
THE Supreme Court has ruled that an insurer can be held liable for legal costs even when it is not a party to litigation, ordering CG Atlantic General Insurance to pay $10,000 after finding it effectively controlled a failed attempt to overturn a default judgment.
In a ruling delivered by Justice Loren Klein, the court concluded that CG Atlantic was, in substance, the “real party” behind an application to set aside a default judgment arising from a motor vehicle accident claim before later withdrawing when it determined the driver involved was not covered under its policy.
The judge found that the insurer's role extended beyond ordinary participation in the defence of an insured claim.
“On the facts asserted by the Claimants, the answer is the latter,” Justice Klein wrote, referring to whether CG Atlantic had merely participated as an insurer or had assumed practical control of the litigation and caused the costs claimed.
The dispute arose from a November 2024 motor vehicle accident. After the claimants secured a default judgment against the defendants, Baycourt Chambers, acting on instructions from CG Atlantic, applied to have that judgment set aside.
However, the insurer later determined that the driver allegedly did
Lusca’s Morton Salts deal brings hope and sustainability
By FAY SIMMONS
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not have insurance coverage because he was operating the vehicle without a driver's licence at the time of the accident.
Justice Klein described the sequence of events as significant.
“Baycourt Chambers, acting on the instructions of CG Atlantic, initiated the application to set aside the default judgment,” he wrote.
“Thereafter, once it was realised that the Second Defendant was not covered under the relevant policy, the Insurer withdrew from acting... but only after the Claimants had incurred the cost of filing the
Decision may reshape insurance litigation strategies
necessary pleadings to oppose the application.”
The court said the central issue was whether CG Atlantic should bear responsibility for costs incurred by the claimants even though it was not formally a party to the proceedings.
Justice Klein relied on leading authorities from the Privy Council and UK Supreme Court, including Dymocks Franchise Systems v Todd and Travelers Insurance Company v XYZ, which establish that courts may order non-parties to pay costs
GB regatta racing to return with help of govt $1.8m sailing funding
By FAY SIMMONS Tribune Business Reporter jsimmons@tribunemedia.net
THE union representing Morton Salt workers says a deal that once appeared headed for a crisis ending has instead opened a "new chapter" for Inagua after the company's sale to the Lusca Group was completed before a planned 75 percent workforce redundancy took effect.
Speaking during the 78th Sir Randol Fawkes Labour Day observance in Inagua, Bahamas Industrial, Manufacturing and Allied Workers Union (BIMAWU) president Richard Ingraham said the transaction was completed within weeks of workers being informed that most of the workforce could lose their jobs.
"Within approximately 15 days, significant progress was made, and the transaction between Morton Salt and the Lusca Group was successfully completed, bringing new hope and sustainability to the workforce," said Mr Ingraham.
The development marks a dramatic turnaround from the situation facing workers just weeks ago. Morton Salt had warned employees that 75 percent of the workforce could be made redundant effective June 5, while an alternative proposal would have reduced all employees to a 20-hour work week with benefits retained.
Mr Ingraham said the threat of mass job losses prompted union leaders to seek assistance from the Government.
"Recognising the seriousness of this situation in Inagua, the executive team and I travelled to Nassau to meet with Prime Minister Philip Davis," he said. "During those discussions, we raised the concerns of the workers we represent."
Prior to the sale's completion, the proposed redundancies had generated widespread concern in Inagua, where Morton Salt is the island's largest employer and a major economic driver.
GRAND Bahama's business community has welcomed the Government's plans to bring regatta racing back to the island but warned that accommodation shortages and air access challenges must be addressed if the event is to reach its full economic potential.
Ralph Hepburn, president of the Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce, said the return of the event should generate increased visitor traffic and spending, but cautioned that the island's tourism infrastructure remains constrained.
"First, we need to ensure there is adequate accommodation and access," Mr Hepburn told Tribune Business.
Minister: Bahamas ready for AI age
Upskill Bahamas and AI Academy drive strategy
Hospitality and service sectors remain key priorities
AI laws planned alongside workforce development
By ANNELIA NIXON Tribune Business Reporter anixon@tribunemedia.net
THE Bahamas is positioning itself to build a digitally and AI-literate workforce as artificial intelligence reshapes industries worldwide, with Labour Minister Pia Glover-Rolle outlining a strategy that combines skills training, regulatory safeguards and workforce development to ensure Bahamians benefit from AI.
Speaking at the 114th International Labour Conference in Geneva, Ms Glover-Rolle said the government’s objective is to prevent workers from being left behind as countries transition from what she described as the Information Age into the “Intelligent Age.”
“AI has deepened the risk of a digital divide that exposes workers to disruption without allowing them to benefit,” Ms Glover-Rolle said. “We’re determined to close that divide. Our goal is a digitally and AI literate workforce and a new generation of entrepreneurs who can strengthen existing businesses with technology and build new ones.”
"We want the event to be well executed; it cannot simply be a cut-and-paste exercise."
His comments came after Youth, Sports and Culture Minister Mario Bowleg revealed during his Budget contribution that the Government has allocated $1.802m to support the reintroduction of regatta racing in Grand Bahama and the continued development of sailing events throughout The Bahamas.
Mr Bowleg said the funding will support youth development, training opportunities, educational programmes and stakeholder engagement while helping preserve Bahamian sailing traditions.
Travel & Leisure says Bahamas one of best places for home buying
By ANNELIA NIXON Tribune Business Reporter anixon@tribunemedia.net
THE Bahamas has been named one of the best places in the Caribbean to buy a home by Travel & Leisure, with Bahamian real estate broker Timothy Smith selected as one of only a handful of experts consulted for the publication’s assessment of the regional property market.
The internationally recognised travel magazine, which reaches more than 4.8 million readers, recently included The Bahamas among its nine best destinations in the Caribbean for purchasing a home.
“If you want a second home that’s easily accessible from the East Coast, look no further than The Bahamas,” the publication advised after interviewing leading real estate professionals across the region.
Mr Smith, a partner at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate MCR Bahamas, was the only
Bahamian among the experts featured. His sales performance has placed him among the top one percent of agents in the Better Homes and Gardens network on four occasions, ranking him among the top 120 agents out of approximately 120,000 worldwide.
According to Mr Smith, The Bahamas’ appeal stems from a combination of natural beauty and strategic location.
“The Bahamas is very desirable due to its natural beauty and geographic location. Its close proximity to the United States and numerous direct flights into the country’s international
Addressing delegates at the conference, Ms
He told Parliament: "To support that vision, this year's budget includes a new line item - Contribution: New Providence and Family Island Regatta - with an allocation of $1.802 million.”
“This investment will support the reintroduction of regatta in Grand Bahama and the continued development and promotion of sailing and regatta throughout The Bahamas, while strengthening youth development, training opportunities, educational programs, stakeholder engagement, and the preservation of the traditions that make Bahamian sailing unique."
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Family Island energy and LNG projects advancing, says Minister
By FAY SIMMONS Tribune Business Reporter jsimmons@tribunemedia.net
MORE than 20 Family Island renewable energy and LNG projects are advancing through various stages of development, with several developers have already completed site preparation and procurement work as The Bahamas moves ahead with energy sector reforms.
Speaking on the sidelines of FOCOL's LNG financing signing ceremony, Energy Minister Jobeth Coleby-Davis said the Davis administration deliberately structured its procurement strategy to maximise participation by Bahamian companies already active in the renewable energy sector.
"We have approximately 24 projects because we wanted to touch each island and ensure Bahamian companies had an opportunity to participate in the energy transformation," she said.
"Rather than awarding everything to a single company, we wanted as many qualified Bahamian firms as possible to be part of the reform process."
Mrs Coleby Davis said a number of projects are already progressing from planning into implementation.
"Several projects are already advancing," she said. "Site clearing has been completed in many locations, environmental approvals have been obtained and procurement of materials is underway."
She said residents will soon begin to see more visible construction activity as developers move into the installation phase.
The projects form part of a broader strategy that combines renewable energy
generation, battery storage and liquefied natural gas as the Government seeks to reduce electricity costs and improve reliability throughout the Family Islands.
"All of the projects are expected to feature hybrid models that combine solar, battery energy storage and LNG generation," she said.
Mrs Coleby-Davis also pointed to the closing of FOCOL's $379.2m LNG financing package as an important milestone in the country's energy transition.
"I think this ceremony really showcases that this project is fully moving on the physical front," she said.
"There has been a lot of planning, a lot of meetings and a lot of work behind the scenes to get to this point."
She described the LNG regasification terminal under construction at Clifton Pier as a critical component of the country's future energy infrastructure.
"The terminal is a key component of the buildout. Once the regasification terminal at Clifton is completed and LNG begins flowing into generation, it will become one of the leading fuels used to produce electricity," Mrs Coleby-Davis said.
"It is cleaner, more affordable and allows us to reduce costs while expanding the technologies available to the country."
She said introducing LNG into the generation mix will not only lower fuel costs but also create opportunities for BPL to adopt additional technologies as part of a broader modernization effort.
"We are one step closer to advancing LNG," she said. "I know Bahamians are looking forward to lower electricity bills, and that remains an important objective of these reforms."
Upgrades may cause additional power outages for NPI residents
By FAY SIMMONS Tribune Business Reporter jsimmons@tribunemedia.net
NEW Providence residents may face additional planned power outages over the coming weeks as Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) and Bahamas Grid Company (BGC) complete the final phase of transmission and distribution upgrades designed to strengthen the island's electricity network.
Energy minister Jobeth Coleby-Davis yesterday attributed recent power outages across New Providence to a combination of grid modernization work, hidden system faults and unusually high electricity demand driven by a May heat wave that resembled conditions normally experienced later in the summer.
Her comments came as Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) customers continued to experience intermittent outages following a week of disruptions that affected communities throughout New Providence and Paradise Island.
Mrs Coleby-Davis said she received a briefing from both BPL and Bahamas Grid Company (BGC) on the recent interruptions and the steps being taken to complete critical transmission and distribution upgrades while minimising the impact on consumers.
"We are now in the last four weeks or so of completing the foundational portion of our grid modernization programme, and the teams are working together to minimise disruption while putting in place a schedule of planned outages that may help alleviate some of the impact," she said.
Mrs Coleby Davis explained that much of the heavy construction work associated with substation and grid upgrades had been completed with relatively little disruption. However, the final phase of the project requires tie-ins and other work that sometimes necessitates taking circuits offline.
At the same time, New Providence experienced
Swapping desks for garden rows at community harvest
By ANNELIA NIXON Tribune Business Reporter anixon@tribunemedia.net
TWENTY Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) employees swapped their desks for garden rows as they joined a community harvest at the St James Road farm, marking
another milestone in the bank’s five-year partnership with the Agricultural Development Organization (ADO) whom they presented a $15,000 donation. The donation was in support of its mission of expanding food security across The Bahamas.
unusually high electricity demand during May.
"What we experienced in May was a spike in temperatures that we would normally see in late August or September," said Mrs Coleby-Davis.
"That increased demand on parts of the grid where some circuits were temporarily offline to facilitate upgrade works."
She added that the combination of higher demand and reduced network flexibility had exposed faults that would not otherwise have become apparent.
"When you place that level of demand on the system, faults that would not normally reveal themselves can begin to appear. At the same time, we have had to address those issues
The farm was in full bloom, with crops including kale, bok choy, Swiss chard, romaine lettuce, celery and eggplant ready to be picked. Supported by RBC since its creation, the St James Road garden is one of two community farms sponsored by the bank, the other located in Rolleville, Exuma. Fresh produce from the harvest is shared with neighbouring communities and donated to Ranfurly Homes for Children.
while continuing critical modernization work."
BPL previously attributed recent outages to equipment faults, underground cable failures and elevated system loads caused by the heat wave. The utility has also said BGC remains on track to complete major transmission and distribution upgrades before the end of June.
Mrs Coleby-Davis rejected suggestions that the interruptions amounted to load shedding.
"It is not load shedding. We have not been load shedding," she said.
"What you may see is more planned outages where we advise customers ahead of time that a circuit or transmission line must be taken offline so work can be completed and service restored."
Mrs Coleby Davis said she has instructed BPL to increase communications with consumers and provide greater transparency regarding the causes of outages and planned maintenance activities.
"I advised the team that we need to make sure we are being very transparent, open and communicative with consumers, while also taking accountability where challenges arise," she said.
“Community and backyard farming is where food security starts, and for The Bahamas, it’s the future,” Dwayne Kemp, area vice-president of RBC FINCO said. “This needs to be an investment in every community. At RBC, we don’t want to support this from a distance. We show up, roll up our sleeves and help our communities grow something that genuinely
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JOBETH COLEBY-DAVIS
New luxury platform for PI real estate
By ANNELIA NIXON Tribune Business Reporter anixon@tribunemedia.net
A LICENSED Real Estate Salesperson has officially launched a dedicated luxury real estate platform for Paradise Island.
Dexter Avney has launched SellingParadiseIsland.com which delivers exclusive Paradise Island real estate listings, market insight, relocation resources, and local advisory expertise for buyers, sellers, and investors.
Designed as more than a traditional property search website,
SellingParadiseIsland.com serves as a focused resource for understanding the Paradise Island real estate market, exploring premier communities, and connecting with local guidance from an advisor who lives and works on the island.
The platform features luxury property search tools, community profiles, buyer resources, relocation guidance, frequently asked questions, market commentary, and editorial content focused specifically on Paradise Island real estate. Visitors can explore established and emerging communities including Ocean Club Estates, Ocean
Delayed search for homeless shelter frustrates Great Commission Ministries
By ANNELIA NIXON Tribune Business Reporter
AFTER failing to secure Crown Land for its long-delayed Hope City Homeless Shelter, Great Commission Ministries is seeking to either purchase land or secure a private donor to advance the project while searching for an inner-city facility to serve homeless people it says have been overlooked by both the church and the government.
Bishop Walter Hanchell, founder of Great Commission Ministries, said the organisation has lost confidence in successive administrations’ willingness to help provide land for the initiative aimed at helping the poor and homeless.
The shift comes after plans for Hope City, a proposed 100-bed homeless shelter on Carmichael Road, stalled amid a dispute
over a half-acre parcel of Crown land that had been granted to Great Commission Ministries.
According to Bishop Hanchell, another party later claimed ownership of the same property, triggering a legal dispute that ultimately forced Great Commission Ministries off the site. Despite discussions with the Office of the Prime Minister and assurances that the matter would be addressed, it remains unresolved.
“Out of frustration, we have shifted to our Plan B,” Bishop Hanchell said in a statement. “At this point, we have lost hope in both administrations that have ruled our nation and will not be seeking any land for the Bahamian people from any government.”
The setback is part of what Great Commission Ministries describes as a 36-year struggle to obtain land for social development
Club Residences & Marina, One Ocean, The Reef at Atlantis, Thirty-Six, Palatial Estates, and the future Four Seasons Residences Paradise Island.
“Paradise Island is a very specialised market, and buyers need more than listings,” Mr Avney said. “They need local insight, community knowledge, honest guidance, and an advisor who understands the lifestyle, the buildings, the ownership experience, and the long-term value of each opportunity.”
He added that SellingParadiseIsland.com was created to provide buyers and sellers with a more
projects. Bishop Hanchell said Great Commission Ministries first applied for 10 acres of Crown land in 1990 during the administration of former Prime Minister Sir Lynden Pindling and has continued pursuing similar requests under multiple government administrations.
“Numerous churches, organizations and individuals have received large parcels of Crown grants for various purposes,” Bishop Hanchell said. “We are indeed happy for their acquisitions but are still confounded as to why Great Commission Ministries has been unsuccessful in obtaining a Crown grant to care for the poor from any PLP or FNM
focused, informed, and trusted way to navigate the market.
The website was developed to support both local and international clients considering property ownership in The Bahamas. In addition to active property listings, SellingParadiseIsland.com provides educational resources on the buying process, closing costs, VAT, banking, immigration considerations, relocation services, and other key topics that are often important to international purchasers.
For sellers, the platform offers a highly targeted marketing channel built
administration over the past thirty-six years.”
around the Paradise Island audience. Rather than positioning properties within a broad national search experience, SellingParadiseIsland.com is designed to speak directly to buyers seeking Paradise Island homes, condominiums, waterfront estates, marina residences, resort-style properties, and investment opportunities.
“Paradise Island has its own identity, its own buyer profile, and its own luxury story,” Mr Avney said. “My goal is to provide a platform that reflects that — refined, informative, locally grounded, and built
around the needs of serious buyers and sellers.”
Mr Avney has lived on Paradise Island for more than 15 years and brings firsthand knowledge of the island’s communities, lifestyle, amenities, and real estate market. Through The Agency Bahamas, he provides buyer representation, seller representation, leasing support, property marketing, and advisory services for clients seeking a higher level of professionalism, discretion, and local expertise.
SellingParadiseIsland. com is now live and available to the public.
“Our emergency shelters are constantly filled with the growing amount of persons being evicted from their homes,” he said.
Bishop Hanchell said homelessness has reached critical levels in New Providence, with some families living in vehicles,
Great Commission Ministries currently provides an average of 600 hot meals daily, distributes grocery assistance to families in need and operates emergency shelters for homeless men, women and children. Bishop Hanchell said demand for services has surged in recent years as more Bahamians face housing insecurity and economic hardship.
abandoned buildings and public spaces. He also pointed to a growing population of chronically homeless individuals living on the streets, many of whom struggle with mental health challenges. In response, Great Commission Ministries is searching for a facility in the
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BPL apologises after blackout kills festival finale
BY ANNELIA NIXON Tribune Business Reporter anixon@tribunemedia.net
BAHAMAS Power and Light (BPL) has apologized to Cat Island residents, businesses and visitors after an island-wide power outage disrupted the closing night of the annual Rake & Scrape Festival, an event regarded as one of the island’s most important economic drivers.
The utility said a fire involving one of its generating units triggered the outage on June 6, forcing
the cancellation of the festival’s final night and leaving businesses, vendors and residents without electricity for nearly 22 hours. In a statement released yesterday, BPL acknowledged the impact of the outage on the community and festival organizers.
“We recognize the significant inconvenience caused to our valued customers and the impact the outage had on the closing night of the festival,” it said. “We understand the disappointment experienced by residents, visitors, performers, vendors and organizers
Court backs non-party costs against insurer
where they have funded, controlled or effectively directed litigation.
who were affected by the cancellation of the festival’s closing events.”
According to BPL, the outage began around 8:30 p.m. when the turbocharger on the Cat Island 1 (CI1) generation unit failed, causing oil to leak onto the exhaust manifold and ignite.
The station operator immediately shut down the unit and tripped all feeders as a safety precaution, leading to the island-wide blackout.
The outage occurred during what is traditionally one of Cat Island’s busiest tourism and commercial
weekends. The Rake & Scrape Festival attracts visitors from across The Bahamas and provides a significant income opportunity for local entrepreneurs, food vendors and small businesses.
Vince McDonald, owner of Curly’s Beach Resort, told Tribune Business that while his business was able to continue operating using emergency lighting, many vendors were not as fortunate.
“People on the island look forward to that weekend to make money. That’s
how they do,” Mr McDonald said.
“Those people with stalls and booths suffered drastically.”
BPL said restoration efforts began immediately, with crews restoring power to parts of North Cat Island
up to Thurston Hill by 10:33 p.m. However, additional mechanical problems developed when CI Unit 3 later tripped offline and could not be restarted, leaving only one generating unit, CI Init 4 available.
The ruling noted that courts are entitled to look beyond the names on the record and examine who actually controlled proceedings.
“The Court may look beyond formal party status and examine the practical realities of who promoted, funded, controlled, and stood to benefit from the relevant litigation steps,” Justice Klein wrote.
The judge rejected arguments advanced on the insurer’s behalf that it could not be subjected to a nonparty costs order, finding that the court’s jurisdiction stems from Section 30 of the Supreme Court Act, which gives judges broad discretion to determine “by whom and to what extent costs are to be paid”.
He also dismissed arguments that the claimants suffered no prejudice.
“The Claimants incurred costs in opposing an
application caused by CG Atlantic, prepared for a hearing that did not proceed, and were delayed in enforcing a regularly entered default judgment,” Justice Klein found.
In deciding whether the order was justified, the court pointed to allegations that the insurer controlled the litigation strategy, directed the filing of the set-aside application and withdrew only after discovering the driver was not covered under the policy.
“The Set Aside Application is said to have been filed at its direction and has now been dismissed,” the ruling noted.
Justice Klein ultimately concluded that “it is just to make the order sought”. While the claimants sought more than $20,000 and asked for indemnity costs, the court declined to award the higher amount, finding the circumstances did not justify the more punitive costs basis.
once offered, there is still a gap.
“We need room inventory that can accommodate all levels of the international market.”
Instead, the court summarily assessed the claimants’ recoverable costs at $10,000 and ordered CG Atlantic to pay that amount. The ruling is likely to attract attention within the insurance and legal sectors because it reinforces that insurers may face nonparty costs exposure where a court determines they exercised effective control over litigation and caused the opposing side to incur unnecessary expense.
be more accommodation options available.”
Mr Hepburn said the event has the potential to attract participants and visitors from across the country.
“One of the positives is that it will bring people from the Family Islands who participate in regattas and own boats,” he said. “That’s additional economic activity and additional visitors coming to Grand Bahama.”
However, he argued that accommodation capacity remains a concern.
“We would love to welcome people to Grand Bahama to participate in this event,” Mr Hepburn said. “My only concern is ensuring there are enough hotel rooms and places for visitors to stay, as well as adequate air access to the island.”
The chamber chief pointed to the island’s reduced room inventory since the closure of the Grand Lucayan resort, which for years served as Grand Bahama’s largest tourism property.
“Right now, we have Pelican Bay, which is more of a business hotel than a leisure resort,” he said. “We have other properties that are good, accommodating hotels, but when you compare them to the scale of what the Grand Lucayan
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Mr Hepburn said vacation rental properties can help fill part of the accommodation shortfall but are not a complete substitute for traditional hotels.
“Airbnb is a good substitute, but there are going to be visitors who do not want that experience,” he said.
“Hotels provide a different level of service. Guests can focus on the event rather than worrying about grocery shopping, stocking a property or taking care of themselves.
“When people come for an event like this, they want a room where they can simply check in and out without having to worry about those things.
“I’m not knocking Airbnb, but there needs to
The return of regatta racing forms part of the Government’s broader effort to expand and strengthen sailing events throughout The Bahamas.
According to Mr Bowleg, more than $2.3m was provided for 15 regattas across New Providence and the Family Islands last year, with the events generating economic activity for vendors, transportation providers, hospitality operators and small businesses.
Mr Hepburn said Grand Bahama businesses are eager to benefit from similar opportunities but stressed that long-standing concerns over hotel capacity and transportation access remain central to the island’s ability to attract and accommodate larger events.
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BAHAMAS POWER AND LIGHT (BPL)
Goal is AI-literate workforce
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Glover-Rolle argued that the next phase of technological advancement requires more than simply providing access to information.
“Before this era of artificial intelligence, there was the Information Age and the Digital Age,” she said.
“During those periods, we learned to access data on an unprecedented scale, but the age we are now entering, rightly described as the Intelligent Age, demands something more. It represents a shift from simply accessing information to interpreting and acting on it.”
She stressed that the outcomes of AI adoption are not inevitable.
“The outcomes of this transformation are not predetermined,” Ms Glover-Rolle said. “They will be shaped by the policies we adopt and the institutions we build.”
To prepare workers for that transition, the government is expanding its workforce training initiatives. More than 14,000 Bahamians have already enrolled in Upskill Bahamas, the government’s free online learning platform, which includes artificial intelligence training. The Government plans to
Lusca deal averts Inagua jobs crisis
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“Approximately 45 days ago, employees were presented with two possible options regarding the future of the operation,” said Mr Ingraham.
“One option involved a 75 percent workforce redundancy that was scheduled to take effect on June 5, 2026. This would have resulted in many employees losing their jobs and created significant uncertainty for workers and their families.”
Second home demand boosts Bahamas appeal
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airport create high demand from real estate buyers worldwide,” Mr Smith told the magazine.
That assessment was echoed by Jeremy Hurst, president of IRG International who noted that The Bahamas “offers a diverse range of property options, from turnkey marina residences in Nassau to ultra-private estates across the Exumas,” while also providing “established residency pathways linked to real estate investment.”
Both experts pointed to strong demand in the market, a trend that continues to attract international buyers seeking second homes and investment opportunities.
Mario Carey, founder of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate MCR Bahamas, said the firm was particularly proud to see Smith selected as one of the publication’s expert sources.
“There are thousands of real estate professionals in the region, so when Travel & Leisure wanted to do a story on the best places to buy a home and they chose Tim Smith as one of three experts to provide insight out of all those thousands in
the field, it was a moment of extreme pride for all of us at the firm,” Mr Carey said. Mr Smith joined the company in 2016 and rose quickly through the ranks, becoming a top producer within three years before being named a partner in 2021.
He attributes his success to a strong support team, while Mr Carey credits Mr Smith’s work ethic and commitment to analyzing market trends.
In comments to Travel & Leisure, Mr Smith said buyers evaluating Caribbean destinations often consider several key factors beyond scenery and lifestyle.
“When choosing an island to buy a home in the Caribbean, I think there are a lot of factors that come into consideration,” he said. “Some of these factors include the availability of international airports and direct flights from large cities. Other factors include desirable weather, a stable government, a robust real estate market, and a common time zone with major business regions.”
Alongside The Bahamas, other destinations highlighted by the magazine included Nevis, Saint Bart’s and Saint Lucia.
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increase enrollment to 25,000 participants in the coming months.
Ms Glover-Rolle also plans for the Bahamas AI Academy are advancing which would provide advanced training opportunities and help workers and business owners integrate AI into their careers and operations.
“These initiatives are designed with accessibility and equity at the core, ensuring participation across genders, across age groups, while removing cost and geography as barriers in an archipelago spanning many islands that
The proposed layoffs were linked to delays in completing the sale of Morton Salt’s Inagua operation to the Lusca Group. Labour leaders had argued at the time that workers were being caught in the middle of a dispute that was holding up the transaction.
Mr Ingraham yesterday thanked those who helped bring the matter to a resolution.
“We give God thanks for His favour and guidance throughout this process,”
is essential for The Bahamas.” she said. The government’s strategy extends beyond AI-specific training. Ms Glover-Rolle said technical and vocational education remains a priority, with investments planned for a new main campus and additional satellite campuses for the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute. Meanwhile, students enrolled at the Bahamas Polytechnic and Accreditation Centre will be able to earn career certifications before graduating from high school. She emphasized that sectors requiring interpersonal skills and direct customer
he said. “We also extend our sincere appreciation to Prime Minister Philip Davis and all those who worked diligently to help secure this positive outcome for the workers and the people of Inagua.”
Looking ahead, the BIMAWU president said workers are optimistic about the operation’s future under its new ownership.
“We are now witnessing the beginning of a new chapter,” Mr Ingraham said. “Representatives of
ADO pushes nationwide farming vision
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improves people’s health and well-being.
“This initiative has inspired me personally. I’ve even started my own backyard garden because of it.”
RBC has partnered with ADO for the past five years, committing resources, volunteer time and practical support to community gardens that bring fresh food closer to home. The team
coordinates at least two harvests a year at the St James Road site.
“The cost of fresh produce can be astronomical at times, and this is where community farming makes a real difference,” Mr Kemp added. “This food is good for the body. It helps to sustain communities. If we can harvest it, grow it, and show people how to do it themselves with gardening kits, even better.”
Four decades of service face funding strain
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city to establish a rescue mission specifically for street-dwelling individuals.
“We have noted that a new type of homeless persons have emerged in recent years and have become visible throughout our communities,” he said. “These are men and women who live on our streets and roam like animals. They have no place of abode and have been neglected and rejected by both the state and the church.
“We have failed these precious souls who have fallen through the cracks. No government has provided any shelter for street people to protect them from the elements or intensely cold weather.
“Great Commission Ministries is currently searching for a facility in the innercity to accommodate such underprivileged persons. A rescue mission for street persons will be established. Many of these persons are mentally challenged. Some are dishevelled, extremely dirty and have not had a
NOTICE is hereby given that I, JEAN JACQUES FLEURY of Farrington Road, New Providence, Bahamas is applying to the Minister responsible for Nationality and Citizenship, for registration/ naturalization as a citizen of The Bahamas, and that any person who knows any reason why registration/naturalization should not be granted, should send a written and signed statement of the facts within twenty-eight days from the 3rd day of June, 2026 to the Minister responsible for nationality and Citizenship, P.O. Box N-7147, Nassau, Bahamas.
interaction are expected to remain resilient despite advances in automation.
“Hospitality and customer service remain areas where the human touch matters,” she said. “We will continue investing in these AI-resilient sectors while integrating AI where it adds value.”
Alongside workforce development efforts, the government is advancing a regulatory framework for artificial intelligence. Ms Glover-Rolle pointed to recently updated data protection legislation and the administration’s commitment to introducing AI-specific laws aimed at managing emerging risks associated with the technology. She also highlighted examples of AI already
the Lusca Group, along with members of its ownership team, are on the ground in Inagua, and we look forward to continued engagement as the operation moves forward under the new company structure.”
He added: “As president, I am encouraged by the progress being made and optimistic about the future. We look forward to building a strong and positive relationship between management and the union. By
Philip Smith, executive chairman of ADO, praised RBC’s long-standing support.
“RBC has been an amazing partner for the last five years, at this farm and in Rolleville in Exuma,” Mr Smith said. “It is a privilege to work with a partner to make a real difference in the community, and having RBC staff here on the ground, harvesting the food in the garden and seeing the community around them, shows how hands-on they are.
“I thank them for everything they have done,
bath in a very long time. We must all do better with this. Despite operating homeless shelters for nearly 40 years, Bishop Hanchell said the organization has never received direct government funding for shelter operations “from any administration” relying instead on private-sector donors, churches and individual supporters. He said his ministry does however, receive a “small” annual government grant that helps support its feeding programme. He added: “With the level of poverty that we see everyday in our country, it is obvious that the Department of Social Development is vastly underfunded in the same way that Great Commission Ministries has been underfunded for almost forty years.
“We requested an increase in subvention for many years but our cries for some reason have fallen on deaf ears. We are grateful to the private sector, a
being deployed across the public sector including in the Ministry of Tourism and the Water and Sewerage Corporation.
“These efforts only begin to capture the productivity gains available to us, and we intend to go further,” she said. Throughout the transition, Ms Glover-Rolle pledged continued collaboration among government, employers and workers, describing social dialogue as critical to ensuring AI adoption benefits everyone. She added: “Whether AI strengthens us or leaves us less competitive will depend on the choices we make,” Glover-Rolle said. “The Bahamas intends to embrace the Intelligent Age for the benefit of our workers and our future.”
working together, we can strengthen the company and create new opportunities for employees and the wider community.”
Mr Ingraham also said workers were encouraged by the investment plans previously outlined by the new owners.
“We are also excited about the investment that Lusca Salt is expected to bring to Inagua and look forward to the future with great expectation,” he said.
from helping to create the garden to being here year in, year out to see the results.”
Mr Smith said ADO plans to establish a community farm in all 41 constituencies across The Bahamas, with five already in place.
ADO’s mission is to improve food security in The Bahamas, reduce hunger and help create a healthier population by growing what the country eats and encouraging Bahamians to eat what they grow.
few churches and compassionate individuals, who financially support us faithfully, however because of the sharp increase in clients coming to us seeking food and shelter, we have faced many challenges in recent years.
Looking ahead, the organization is seeking financial contributions, transportation resources and land to revive Hope City. While critical of the lack of progress over the years, Bishop congratulated the current administration, congratulating the Progressive Liberal Party on its election victory and welcomed the new Minister of Social Services, Barbara Lynn Cartwright. He expressed hope that social services initiatives will receive greater attention in the future.
We welcome the new Minister of Social Services and pray that her compassion reaches all in need throughout the Bahamas,” he added.
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More swings for AI stocks drag Wall Street back on the roller coaster
By STAN CHOE AP Business Writer
ANOTHER sudden reversal for high-flying artificial-intelligence stocks sent Wall Street reeling on Tuesday.
The S&P 500 fell 0.3% after careening between an initial gain of 1% and a midday loss of 2.3%, pulling further from its alltime high set a week ago. After similar yo-yo moves, the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 86 points, or 0.2%, and the Nasdaq composite dropped 1%.
Indexes swung lower after companies selling computer chips, memory and other building blocks of the AI boom broke from early gains to losses. Micron Technology went from a jump of 4% to a plummet of 10%, for example, before finishing with a drop of 1.4%. That’s a day after it soared 9.9% and two days after it plunged 13.3%.
The computer memory company’s stock has already tripled so far this year, raising criticism that it’s gone too far, too fast. Following last week’s industrywide sell-off, the question is whether AI stocks broadly are heading for a long downturn or just needed a shake-out to get rid of excessive optimism.
Marvell Technology dropped 7.6%, and Advanced Micro Devices sank 3% after both AI winners also erased early-morning gains. All the while, several bigname AI companies are racing to list their stocks on a U.S. exchange and sell them at high prices.
OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, said Monday it was the latest to file confidential paperwork with
U.S. regulators top open the door for an initial public offering. SpaceX’s IPO could happen later this week.
The weakness for AI stocks drowned out the benefit Wall Street got from easing oil prices. Nearly three out of every four stocks within the S&P 500 rose, despite the sharp swings for the overall index, as the price for a barrel of
Carney says the new Canadianbuilt bridge across Detroit River that Trump threatened will open
By ROB GILLIES Associated Press
A NEW Canadian-built bridge across the Detroit River that U.S. President
Donald Trump threatened to block will open soon, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Gordie Howe International Bridge, jointly owned by Canada and the U.S. state of Michigan, is
Brent crude oil sank 3% to $91.45.
Oil prices have been unsteady as hopes rise and fade that the United States and Iran can reach a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. A reopening would allow oil tankers to resume delivering crude from the Persian Gulf to customers worldwide.
Oil prices pared their losses, though, after President Donald Trump said
set to take place on Friday, while the bridge itself is expected to open to traffic later this month.
Invitations for a Friday afternoon event to “mark the next step for the Gordie Howe International Bridge” have been sent, according to an invitation obtained by The Associated Press.
The event follows a recent conversation
OPTIONS trader Chris Daytona, right, works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
Iran was responsible for downing an American military helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz and that the United States “must” respond to the attack.
High oil prices caused by the war with Iran have already created a painful acceleration of inflation for U.S. shoppers. They have also pushed bond yields higher worldwide, raising the pressure on stock prices.
Treasury yields eased Tuesday with the fade in oil prices, relaxing some of that pressure. The yield on the 10-year Treasury fell to 4.52% from 4.56% late Monday, though it’s still well above its 3.97% level from before the war with Iran.
The latest monthly updates on U.S. inflation will arrive later in the week, with one on consumer prices coming Wednesday and one on wholesale prices coming Thursday.
Inflation is high enough, and the U.S. job market looks strong enough, that traders on Wall Street largely expect the Federal Reserve will have to raise its main interest rate at least once by the end of this year.
between Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, according to a person familiar with the matter who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss private talks.
In February, Trump demanded that Canada turn over at least half the ownership of the bridge to the U.S. federal government and agree to other unspecified demands in one of his many salvos over cross-border trade issues.
The bridge, which would connect Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit and would be a vital economic artery between Canada and the United States, had been expected to open early this year, according to information on the project’s website.
The bridge is named after Howe, the late Canadian hockey great who spent 25 seasons with the Detroit Red Wings.
The project was negotiated by former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder — a Republican — and paid for by the Canadian government to help ease congestion over the existing Ambassador Bridge and
Higher interest rates would keep a lid on inflation, but they would also threaten to slow the economy and undercut prices for stocks and all kinds of other investments.
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate recently hit its highest level in nine months, and high costs to borrow money could discourage the building of AI data centers that are fueling the U.S. economy’s growth. On Wall Street, airline stocks flew higher after the drop in oil prices hinted at less pressure on their fuel bills. American Airlines rose 3.6%, and Delta Air Lines gained 3.8%.
J.M. Smucker jumped 10.4% after reporting a stronger profit for the latest quarter than analysts expected. The company behind the Folgers, Hostess and other brands benefited from higher prices charged for coffee and sweet baked goods. It joined a long list of U.S. companies delivering stronger profit growth than analysts expected, which has helped drive the S&P 500 to record after record this year.
Detroit-Windsor tunnel.
Work has been underway since 2018.
“Obviously the bridge will be open at the end of the week. A symbol of, but also a fact of, cooperation between our countries,” Carney told reporters as he walked into Parliament.
“Great for Canadians going across the border, Americans coming across the border, and for commerce,” he said, calling it “positive news.”
Trump threatened the bridge as the United States-Mexico-Canada trade agreement is up for review this year, and Trump has been taking a hard-line position before those talks, including by issuing new tariff threats.
Carney, meanwhile, has spoken out on the world stage against economic coercion by the United States.
Sen. Elissa Slotkin, a Michigan Democrat, has said that the Canadian-funded project is a “huge boon” to her state and its economic future.
Michigan is a swing state that Trump carried in both 2016 and 2024, but lost to Biden in 2020.
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Dated the 10th day of June, A.D., 2026.
Michael Gilroy Liquidator of EXXONMOBIL TURKEU LNG LIMITED
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CANADIAN and American flags are shown on the Gordie Howe Bridge under construction between Windsor, Ontario and Detroit, May 22, 2026. Photo:Paul Sancya/AP
