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  • Bahamas advances to soccer semis

    KELSIE JOHNSONGuardian Sports Reporterkelsie@nasguard.comNesley Jean's one-on-one shot with goalkeeper Jersson Alas not only netted the biggest win for the men's national soccer team, but it also landed them into the semi-finals.In the nail-biting game with Guatemala yesterday, The Bahamas prevailed with a 4-3 win and is now ready to play the United States. The semi-final matches start ...

  • Nine to enter Bodybuilding Hall of Fame later this year

    SHELDON LONGLEYGuardian Sports Editorslongley@nasguard.comWith the country celebrating its 40th year of independence this year, it was only fitting for the one sports federation whose nationals coincide with the actual independence to do something to signify the occasion.The Bahamas Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation (BBFF) is also celebrating the number 40 this year, as it will host its 40th ...

  • BOC could play key role in BAAA battle

    Sports ScopeBy Fred SturrupThe big battle raging within the executive of the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA) might actually be decided, ultimately, based on the decision taken by the Bahamas Olympic Committee (BOC).Reportedly, there was a meeting held with BAAA President Mike Sands present along with other members of the BAAA Council, and there was a vote of no confidence ...

  • Sister of slain domestic violence victim asks public to take a stand against abuse

    Sharell LockhartFN News Reportersharell@nasguard.comShavon Munnings still remembers the beautiful smile of her late sister Tiffany Smith-LaRoda and the loving way she cared for her children but she also recalls the brutally agonizing way her sister died eight years ago.Murdered by the hands of her estranged husband Labion LaRoda following an early afternoon domestic dispute on Tuesday May 24, ...

  • Red Sox Blue Jays out run opponents on the diamond

    Legacy Coach Pitch Play-offs Game 1 Bellevue Red Sox 3, GB Port Authority Dodgers 0The Bellevue Red Sox and the GB Port Authority Dodgers put on a defensive show in game one oftheir play-offs series. The Red Sox scored 3 runs over 4 innings to defeat the Dodgers 3 runs to 0 runs.Red Sox most outstanding player: Reuben Swain - 3 AT BATS, SINGLE, 1 RUN, 1 RBI, 3 DEFENSIVE OUTSDodgers most ...

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The Taking of Power by Louis XIV (La prise de pouvoir par Louis XIV) [DVD]

The Taking of Power by Louis XIV (La prise de pouvoir par Louis XIV) [DVD]

In 1962, director Roberto Rossellini, who had left an indelible mark on the movies by pioneering Italian neorealism with his end-of-the-war docudrama Rome, Open City (1945), abandoned the cinema. This is not to say, however, that he stopped making movies. ... ...

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  • Students march to celebrate independence

    ASHLEY?PENNFN News Reporterashley@nasguard.comDespite the scorching heat, thousands of students from throughout Grand Bahama paraded through the streets to a massive rally at the Independence Park yesterday.The pupils were treated to an array of cultural performances by various schools and entertainers within the community to celebrate the upcoming milestone of the nation's 40th anniversary ...

  • Morley pleads not guilty in school attack charge

    Desiree JosephFN?News ReporterA woman appeared before Freeport Magistrates Court yesterday in connection with an incident that allegedly took place at Jack Hayward High School.Tamika Lynette Morley, 33, of Rhodes Lane, is charged with disorderly behavior, resisting arrest and assaulting a police officer. She denies the offences.It is alleged that Morley became violent during a meeting with the ...

  • Seminar arming residents with vital information

    YASMIN POPESCUFN News Reporteryasmin@nasguard.comArming residents of Grand Bahama with information on hurricane and disaster preparedness was the goal behind the hurricane seminar held by the East Grand Bahama Constituency and their Member of Parliament Peter Turnquest yesterday evening.The seminar was at the Eric Sam building, Church of the Ascension, with representatives from the insurance, ...

  • The Bahamas destination of choice for premier football clubs

    A number of the premier football clubs have expressed interest and made several inquiries on how to make The Bahamas their destination of choice for off-season training and exhibition ...

  • Police shootout in Kemp Road

    Several days after two men were shot dead on Kemp Road, residents of the area were sent scrambling again yesterday morning after gunfire erupted. This time, police and an armed robbery suspect exchanged fire. Police said the suspect was shot in his legs. The shootout happened just before a planned police walkabout in the area in response to the double murder on Whit Monday. Superintendent ...

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