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June 13, 2020
Ministry will Adapt to New Environment, says Minister Rolle
While making her Contribution to the Budget Debate for the 2020/2021 Fiscal Period, in the House of Assembly, on June 11, 2020, Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture the Hon. Lanisha Rolle...
CBL Releases 30th Anniversary Documentary
August 09, 2018
CBL Releases 30th Anniversary Documentary
The leading Bahamian beverage company is rolling out a documentary, one that reflects on its past, looks to the future and chronicles Commonwealth Brewery?s challenges, strengths and successes over the past three decades...
The definition of insanity
December 24, 2015
The definition of insanity
Dear Editor,
They say the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. Put another way, insanity could be seen as an inability to learn from your mistakes.
March 30, 2019
Team Bahamas Returns from Special Olympics in Abu Dhabi
Team Bahamas received a rousing welcome at the Lynden Pindling International Airport, on March 22, 2019, full of cheers, hugs and Junkanoo music upon their return from the 2019 Special Olympics World Summer Games...
May 18, 2020
Nassau Cruise Port Raises Over $130 Million Through Historic Bond Issue
Nassau Cruise Port Ltd. (Nassau Cruise Port) is pleased to announce that it has successfully raised over $130 million through its private bond offering. The bond offering was launched on May 4 and closed on Friday, May 15, 2020. Colina Financial Advisors Ltd...
May 07, 2020
Bahamian Cultural Icons Contribute to Groundbreaking Junkanoon Museum Plans
Technology and Innovation to make unique museum a signature attraction at Nassau Cruise Port...
December 23, 2015
More patrons expected for this year's Popeyes Bahamas Bowl
The in-stadium audience for today's Popeyes Bahamas Bowl is expected to surpass the 13,000 number that was experienced for the inaugural game last year, especially among the foreign visitors.
April 06, 2020
Sugar in a Plum; BodineVictoria celebrates womanhood with her new release
Self-discovery becomes art in BodineVictoria's first release of 2020 Sugar in a Plum. Known for new spins on nostalgic ring-play songs, Bodine re-thinks “Brown Girl in the Ring" popularized by Tony “Exuma the Obeah Man" McKay...
March 30, 2020
Partner in Business Continuity Program Issues Commitment
The founder and CEO of a leading broad-based financial services firm has pledged “100% commitment” to government’s lending program, created to assist businesses survive the economic impact of coronavirus...
March 17, 2020
Bahamas National Youth Choir-30th Annual Concert Season-POSTPONED
The Bahamas National Youth Choir (BNYC), in an abundance of caution, suspends all rehearsal and postpones all activities in celebration of its 30th Anniversary scheduled for the month of April...
National Arts Festival - Drummers
March 12, 2020
National Arts Festival - Drummers
Young drummers had the chance to showcase their rhythm in the Best Junkanoo Drummer sub-genre, during the E. Clement Bethel National Arts Festival New Providence Adjudications, held at the Church of God Auditorium, Joe Farrington Road, on March 10, 2020....
March 10, 2020
Plans Underway for 22nd ANnual Coconut Festival in Pelican Point
The Coconut Festival Committee and Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation (BMOTA) have announced that, despite challenges posed by Hurricane Dorian, the 22nd Annual Coconut Festival will move ahead as planned next month in the Pelican Point Community...
February 25, 2020
Health & Wellness The Nassau Guardian’s health and financial fair on tap this weekend
All things you need to know to get your health and finances, and to keep both strong, will be the order of the day at The Nassau Guardian’s annual Health and Financial Fair this weekend. Health and financial information, aerobic demonstrations by Club One, health screenings, healthy food sampling, a blood drive by Rotaract and a Saxons Junkanoo rushout will highlight the festivities at the Mall ...
Cacique Awarded "Site Partner of the Year"
February 18, 2020
Cacique Awarded "Site Partner of the Year"
Cacique International Ltd, The Bahamas’ premier Destination Management, Event Design, and Production Company, and their President Shawn M. Sawyer are no strangers to prestigious industry awards, but their most recent - the 2020 SITE Foundation Partner of the Year - takes it to another level. This international award is brand new, and was created specifically for Cacique’s masterful handling of...
Mother tells court: 'Oh Lord - I got shot'
February 18, 2020
Mother tells court: 'Oh Lord - I got shot'
A retired woman yesterday described the moment she was shot in the chest and leg from a hail of bullets while waiting for Junkanoo results at Freedom Park during the 2013 Fox Hill mass shooting...
UNESCO Makes Courtesy Call on the Governor General
February 11, 2020
UNESCO Makes Courtesy Call on the Governor General
H.E. Desmond Edwards, Bahamas Ambassador and Permanent Delegate to UNESCO, paid a courtesy call on His Excellency the Most Hon. Cornelius A. Smith, Governor General of The Bahamas, on January 29th, 2020 at Government House, Nassau, The Bahamas...
Valley's members support boycott
February 03, 2020
Valley's members support boycott
VALLEY Boys Chairman Brian Adderley yesterday said the majority of the group's members are in support of its decision to leave the Junkanoo Corporation of New Providence (JCNP), with their focus now on "moving in a new direction"...
Bahamas Culture featured at Art Fort Lauderdale
January 30, 2020
Bahamas Culture featured at Art Fort Lauderdale
The Islands Of The Bahamas were prominently featured recently, as a part of Art Fort Lauderdale, a unique art fair on the water. One of the luxury homes used as a part of the art tour was designated ‘Bahamas Haus’. The exquisite home was decorated with Bahamian art and Junkanoo pieces, and exhibited various components of Bahamian culture including a classic selection of Bahamian music in the ...
'Parade route agreed with police'
April 10, 2015
'Parade route agreed with police'
BAHAMAS National Festival Commission Chairman Paul Major yesterday defended the decision to have Junkanoo Carnival band members parade through the inner city, explaining that the "scenic" route proposed by the Bahamas Carnival Band Owners Association for the Road Fever parade would cause "traffic jams" and be "near impossible to control"...
The countdown is on for Grand Bahama launch
April 10, 2015
The countdown is on for Grand Bahama launch
THE countdown is on for the start of Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival next weekend in Freeport...
Valley defiant despite Rolle offer to mediate
January 30, 2020
Valley defiant despite Rolle offer to mediate
VALLEY Boys Chairman Brian Adderley said yesterday that while the group is open to discussions to address issues concerning the handling of Junkanoo parades, its members are still not prepared to participate under the current parade’s management...
January 28, 2020
That’S It - We Quit: Valley Boys Resign In Protest Over Loss Of Boxing Day Title
THE Valley Boys resigned from the Junkanoo Corporation New Providence (JCNP) yesterday, saying they will no longer participate in upcoming parades managed by the body...
January 23, 2020
Victory Train: Minnis Sets Sights On Winning Next Election In 2022
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis laid the foundation for the Free National Movement's re-election campaign during a rally last night...
Saxons Official Winner Of Boxing Day Parade
January 22, 2020
Saxons Official Winner Of Boxing Day Parade
THE Shell Saxons Superstars have emerged as the official winner of the 2019 Boxing Day parade after a penalty reversal, according to a group official...
CIBC FirstCaribbean Investing in Bahamian Culture
January 21, 2020
CIBC FirstCaribbean Investing in Bahamian Culture
Thousands of Bahamians gather down town, Nassau every year to celebrate the exciting cultural experience of Junkanoo. The Christmas and New Year parade permits Bahamians to display their creative talents through colorful costumes and massive themed structures...
Are Valley Boys set to lose crown to Saxons
January 21, 2020
Are Valley Boys set to lose crown to Saxons
QUESTIONS swirled last night about whether the official results of the 2019 Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade strips the Valley Boys of its victory and pushes the Saxons Superstars into first place...
January 20, 2020
Minister Rolle Hosts Reception for Lord Coe and NACAC Council Members
Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture the Hon. Lanisha Rolle hosted a Welcome Reception, on January 13, 2020 for World Athletics (formerly the International Amateur Athletic Federation) President Sebastian Coe and North American, Central American and Caribbean Athletic Association (NACAC) Council Members at SuperClubs Breezes Resort, Cable Beach.
Don't blame us for bad officers
January 08, 2020
Don't blame us for bad officers
POLICE Commissioner Anthony Ferguson connected police brutality to poor parenting and dishonesty from civilians interviewed by investigators conducting background checks into prospective officers...
Hanna Martin: Dames Too Slow To React To Videos
January 07, 2020
Hanna Martin: Dames Too Slow To React To Videos
ENGLERSTON MP Glenys Hanna Martin criticised the amount of time it took for National Security Minister Marvin Dames to respond to the viral police beating videos...
Police ‘Studying’ New Beating Video
January 03, 2020
Police ‘Studying’ New Beating Video
COMMISSIONER of Police Anthony Ferguson has said the Royal Bahamas Police Force is investigating the actions of officers seen clubbing civilians with nightsticks during a recent Junkanoo parade...
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