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BAHAMAS: Minister Dames says Ant-Terrorism Bill 2018 needed to update 14-year-old Act
#Nassau, June 28, 2018 – Bahamas – During his Communication in the House of Assembly on the Anti-Terrorism Bill 2018, on June 27, 2018, 
Minister of National Security the Hon. Marvin Dames said that the existing legislation – the Anti-Terrorism Act, 2004 — was not comprehensive enough to meet the “ever-evolving changes of terrorism” and its associated activities within the 21st century.
“Now, almost 15 years later, we are enacting new legislation, guided by the Model Legislation for the region where there exists uniformity between all countries as it relates to their Anti-Terrorism legislations,” Minister Dames said. We are cognizant of the fact that we are a part of the global environment and, as such, our fight for humanity as demonstrated in this proposed legislation remains steadfast.”
Without a doubt, Minister Dames noted, September 11, 2001 reminded all of the horrors and devastating impact caused by terrorism, which, he said, “seeks to threaten humanity, as we know it”.
“This Anti-Terrorism Bill, 2018 being debated today is a comprehensive, contemporary, and necessary piece of legislative framework to counter all forms of terrorist activity including the targeting of all assets, financial and otherwise that are related to terrorist activity,” he said.
“Just barely a year ago when we came to office, this Government was determined to move swiftly to protect our citizens, our sovereignty and strengthen our financial sector,” he added. “This Bill once enacted, will signify a milestone for our Government and continue to demonstrate our strong commitment to realising the aforesaid goals and to meeting our international obligations.”
Minister Dames pointed out that the Anti-Terrorism Bill, 2018, was for “an Act to Criminalise Terrorism; the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction; the Financing of Terrorism; to Provide for the Detection, Prevention, Prosecution, Conviction and Punishment of such activities; and the Confiscation, Forfeiture and Seizure of Assets of those involved in such activities for related matters.”
He added that the Bill strongly reinforced the fact that those in The Bahamas will not subject their nation or its citizens to any form of terrorism.
“This Bill is formulated to strengthen The Bahamas’ resolve in the detection of terrorist activity; the subduing of terrorist acts; the prevention of our financial resources being used to commit terrorist acts or finance terrorist acts; the safeguarding of our resources from being used as weapons of mass destruction, while simultaneously making us compliant with the United Nations Security Council Resolutions on Terrorism, CARICOM’s coordinated approach to countering terrorism and other international responsibilities as a nation,” Minister Dames stated.
“We fully realise that we are not a country unto ourselves and as a global player we must be compliant in every aspect,” he added. “While several sections of the existing 2004 Act remain unchanged, the majority of the new Bill comprises new sections in order that we remain compliant and consistent with collective counter-terrorism policies agreed and coordinated by the international community to safeguard our citizens and institutions within our nation and for future generations.”
By: Eric Rose (BIS)
Photo Caption: Minister of National Security the Hon. Marvin Dames speaks, on June 27, 2018, during his Communication in the House of Assembly on the Anti-Terrorism Bill 2018.
(BIS Photo/Eric Rose)
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers and distributors of Coca-Cola and Dasani products concluded their 10 weeklong Twist To Win campaign with four $5,000 Mall at Marathon shopping sprees.
The campaign which was available throughout the entire Bahamas allowed consumers to enter by purchasing a 20oz bottle with a yellow cap
from the following brands: Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola No Sugar, Sprite, Fanta Orange, or Fanta Grape. Each yellow-cap had a unique alpha numeric code underneath which they submitted to the Twist To Win WhatsApp number.
With each qualifying purchase, participants residing in The Bahamas were entered to win instant prizes and into a grand prize draw to win one of four $5,000 shopping sprees at the Mall at Marathon.
Participants also enjoyed exciting instant prizes such as: Airpods, JBL Speakers, premium Coca-Cola merchandise, $500 Visa gift cards and Amazon, Spotify and Apple Music digital gift cards.
Out of 76,000 plus submissions, Brian Bethel, Ashia Demeritte, Merlin Adams, and Taraceta Neely won the coveted Mall at Marathon shopping sprees at the following select stores, Kelly’s House & Home, The Sports Center, John Bull, Brass & Leather, and BTC.
Leading up to the grand finale shopping spree, Coca-Cola hosted a Trivia Showdown with the eight finalists to determine the four winners. Finalists were tested on their knowledge of World History, Pop Culture, Caribbean Bottling Company and Coca-Cola Facts!
After a few rousing rounds of trivia, the four winners were declared after each winning their spot in the shopping spree by answering their questions correctly and choosing the “Grand Prize” Coca-Cola labeled bottles at random.
The morning of the shopping spree Coca-Cola gave the winners exclusive access to the Mall at Marathon and its participating stores before
their usual operating hours. Grand prize winners were greeted with wide smiles from Coca-Cola brand representatives and morning bites before the big event.
At the start of the thirty-minute clock the grand prize winners along with each of their Coca-Cola shopping assistants ran to the various stores collecting items in their arms and carts.
Merlin Adams, a husband and father of four was proud to have executed his game-plan at the end of the shopping spree. With toys, a new phone and materials for his home from Kelly’s, Adams felt accomplished in what he gathered.
Taraceta Neely, a winner from Eleuthera collected beautiful bags for herself and relatives from Brass and Leather and Brian Bethel bought matching athletic and outdoor wear from The Sports Center for his family.
The final winner Ashia Demeritte bought linens and household items in addition to a new phone from BTC right in time for Christmas.
Caribbean Bottling Company is proud to share the real magic of Coca-Cola with the grand prize winners and the may instant prize winners across the Twist To Win campaign. For more updates on new products, promotions, and events follow www.cbcbahamas.com.
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The Coca-Cola Art Project Astonishes Art Lovers at The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers and distributors of Coca-Cola and Dasani products displayed
their astonishing Coca-Cola Art Project (CCAP), during Baha Mar’s five-day Culinary & Arts Festival. Earlier this year, Coca-Cola partnered with The University of The Bahamas’ Visual Art and Design Department for a culturally rich art competition. UB’s art students were challenged to create pieces surrounding the theme, Bahamian music.
As a result, 20 student works of art were made, with four students declared as winners at the CCAP exhibit opening in Baha Mar’s ECCHO: Art Gallery in August. To recreate the culturally stimulating magic felt at the exhibit’s premiere, the CCAP was featured at the FUZE Art Tent during The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival.
Nine incredible pieces of art lined the walls of the Coca-Cola Art Project, four of which included the winning pieces from Jhanaisia Cole,
with ‘Gaulin Bride’; Alyssa Pinder, with ‘Shotgun Wedding’; Nelson Gray, with ‘Untitled’; and Jaela Bowe, with the piece ‘Whims of Obeah, a Folktail’. Additionally, an intimate listening room was built. It displayed students’ artistic processes, UB Visual Art and Design representatives, and a recap of the exhibit opening for audiences.
Art enthusiasts also enjoyed premium limited-edition CCAP keepsakes at the booth. Journals which featured a collage of all 20 student submissions on the front and back cover, postcards with an art piece on the cover along with the student’s name, title, dimension and materials on the back and pens designed with the CCAP’s dynamic logo.
Throughout the art festival diverse groups of people visited the art tent taking in the displays while enjoying the artistic insights from the
listening booth.
Community and culture are always at the forefront of Caribbean Bottling Community, and it was boldly showcased during The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival for the third consecutive year.
For more details on the Coca-Cola Art Project, events and new products visit www.cbcbahamas.com today!
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Wines & Spirits (CWS), The Bahamas’ premier wines and spirits distributor delighted Jollification
attendees with bubbles from their Bottega and Bouvet Ladubay sparkling wines and Besserat de Bellefon champagne lines.
Located in the Monument Circle on The Retreat grounds, CWS transformed The Retreat Garden into a lush lounge with Besserat, Bouvet and their latest product addition, Bottega, during the two-day affair.
The festivities kicked off Friday during BNT Member’s Night. Guests enjoyed exclusive offerings from CWS’s catalogue, offered exclusively to members. Complimentary mixes or glasses on the rocks included El Tequileno tequila, Hard Truth whiskey, House of Angostura rum, Cross Keys gin, Nemiroff vodka and a slew of wines such as Fonesca Bin, Bottega and Besserat.
Guests also savored the ‘Jolly Paloma’ cocktail, an instant favorite made with El Tequileno tequila, Schweppes Grapefruit and Domaine de Paris rose wine. To end the night, guests were treated to branded limited-edition wine tumblers as keepsakes.
On Saturday and Sunday, Jollification attendees delighted in glasses or bottles of champagne and sparkling brut or rosé wines while taking
in the comfort of the chic lounge. In addition to purchasing bottles for onsite consumption, consumers were also able to purchase bottles as gifts whether for themselves or someone special.
The sophisticated “bubble lounge” lounge was decked with velvet couches, gold rimmed cocktail tables, blue and pink pillows, and a white floral branded backdrop created for capturing the perfect picture.
Caribbean Wines & Spirits, a historic partner of the Bahamas National Trust was pleased to support Jollification 2025 to kick off the festive season and share their expansive range of spirits.
To keep up to date with all CWS products and events, visit their website at www.cwsbahamas.com today.
