Archives for: May 2006

Steven Wright Quotes


30th May 2006
Quotes from Steven Wright, one of my favorite comedians. Although Nassau does have a comedy club called 'The Joker's Wild', located at Atlantis and worth a visit, Steven Wright is not playing there. In fact, as far as I know, he has absolutely nothing… more »

Getting Ready for Summer in the Bahamas


29th May 2006
One of my neighbors recently had his pool redone to get ready for all the use it will get in Summer. I happened to be passing by when the workers were just finishing up and caught a photo of it. more »

Best Place For Your Health? Bahamas. Bar None.


26th May 2006
The Bahamas has gained a global reputation for several notable things: beautiful beaches, crystal clear waters, and more self-appointed Reverends per square mile than anywhere on earth. I believe “Beaches, Banks, and Bars” was actually the official gov… more »
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Chicken or Egg Conundrum Finally Solved!


26th May 2006
Expert panel finally, academically, and conclusively resolves age-old dilemma. Tyson and Perdue take note. Find out which really came first in The Guardian. more »
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Murder and Intrigue in Bahamas Still Intriguing


25th May 2006
July 8th will mark the 63rd anniversary of one of the Bahamas’ most famous crimes: the unsolved murder of millionaire Sir Harry Oakes. While a casual roam around the television these days will produce more than enough sordid stories of conspiracy, murder… more »

Special of The Day: No Fuel


25th May 2006
I don't claim that this picture was taken in Nassau, but given the price of gas at the pumps these days it wouldn't surprise me. more »
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Hurricane Preparedness, Part II


18th May 2006
Here is the second part of a very funny e-mail I received regarding hurricane preparedness. Hurricane Proofing your property As the hurricane approaches, check your yard for movable objects like barbecue grills, planters, patio furniture, or visiting… more »
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Bahamas Hurricane Tips and Tricks


16th May 2006
A semblance of the following post was e-mailed to me from someone in Florida. Thanks to the person who came up with it. I hope they don’t mind, but I’ve modified it to fit Bahamas purposes. Anyone who lives in the Bahamas, should be aware of hurricane… more »

Morning Drive Time in Nassau


12th May 2006
I know I shouldn't complain. At least it's not cold. At least the coast road into town is bordered by some of the most beautiful harbor vistas you'll find anywhere. At least anxiety-producing promptness is a personal quality in short supply but very lo… more »

Anniversary of Cuban Attack on Bahamian Ship


10th May 2006
Today marks the 26th Anniversary of the Cuban fighter plane attack on a Bahamian Defense Force vessel, the HMBS Flamingo. As analyzed by Dion E. Phillips of the University of the Virgin Islands, in a 2002 paper titled, Another Look at the Royal Bahamas D… more »

America: Home of the Brave, Land of the Free??


10th May 2006
As I sit outside the US and watch what has been happening for several years now within the country, I can’t help but shake my head. From my perspective, the most powerful nation in the world had better practice what it preaches, and struggle with the cen… more »
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Citizen Journalism in the Bahamas


05th May 2006
Perfect example of "new media" in action: I was driving my car to my IT guy to have a boatload of viruses cleaned out of my computer, when I noticed a huge plume of black smoke down the road. I had my digital camera with me, and, in a fit of micro media… more »

Bahamas Internet Use Soars


05th May 2006
The Tribune's A Felicity Ingraham reported on Tuesday that nearly 100,000 Bahamians--or about 28% of the country's population--are using the Internet. This figure represents nearly a 610% growth rate between 2000-2005. In the Caribbean, Ingraham reports… more »
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Report From Lower Bogue Bahamas


01st May 2006
This just in from Lower Bogue, Eleuthera, by our intrepid local correspondant, Shelly Lightbourn. Ms. Lightbourn, known among Nassuvians as Shellbert or Shellbertini was in Eleuthera over the weekend to participate in the “Ride for Hope” bicycle event t… more »
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