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State-Recognized Funeral held for Former Senator Telator Strachan
The nation bid farewell to Telator Cumi ?Sister? Strachan, during a State-Recognized Funeral Service, Friday, August 17, 2018. The former Senator, entrepreneur, and licensed minister of the gospel was celebrated as a Bahamian patriot, a national hero, a political warrior, and a freedom fighter by relatives, former colleagues..
Bahamas Culture and Cuisine To Be On Display As Community Celebrates Independence Day
Arts, culture, cuisine and of course Junkanoo will be on full display as the Bahamian community in Atlanta celebrate their nation’s 46th Independence...
The most anticipated event of the season
The most anticipated event of the season
It’s summer – and one of the season’s most anticipated festivals kicks off for a month of frivolity, Bahamian style...
The Bahamas Celebrates 46th Independence Anniversary
The Bahamas Celebrates 46th Independence Anniversary
Scores of Bahamians gathered on Clifford Park on Tuesday evening to attend a three-part ceremony commemorating the nation’s 46th Independence Anniversary...
Airbnb and the Tourism Development Corporation of The Bahamas host a series of events to promote Experiences to local entrepreneurs
Airbnb and the Tourism Development Corporation of The Bahamas partnered to host a series of events aimed at empowering local entrepreneurs to grow their business by leveraging Airbnb’s Experiences platform which is now available to Bahamian hosts.
PM Minnis: Government to enhance and redevelop parks, green spaces throughout New Providence
PM Minnis: Government to enhance and redevelop parks, green spaces throughout New Providence
Fifteen parks and basketball courts in the Over-the-Hill community have been identified for restoration as part of the Government’s plan to enhance and redevelop parks and green spaces throughout New Providence, said Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis...
Stakeholders to discuss 'Nassau Entertainment District' with officials
ARAWAK Cay and Junkanoo Beach stakeholders will get an opportunity to meet with officials overseeing the proposed "Nassau Entertainment District" project, a spokesperson from the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) confirmed on Friday...
Theodore Elyett, designer to the stars
Theodore Elyett, designer to the stars
Celebrities Will Smith, Porsha Williams, Maxwell and Michelle Williams have one thing in common - in the last six months, they have all worked with fashion designer Theodore Elyett, catapulting the Mission Catwalk Season 3 and Bahamian Icon winner from Caribbean sensation to an international [...]
Vendors concern over Arawak plan
Vendors concern over Arawak plan
THE government's plan to overhaul Arawak Cay and Junkanoo Beach was yesterday met with some concern, as vendors and operators questioned the project's impact on businesses and timeframe...
PM announces major development for Fish Fry at Arawak Cay
The government is moving with complete transformation of the popular local and tourist attraction know as the ‘Fish Fry’ at Arawak Cay, aimed at empowering local business ownership...
Unveiled: Minnis' beachfront vision
Unveiled: Minnis' beachfront vision
ARAWAK Cay and Junkanoo Beach are set to receive an extensive overhaul, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis said yesterday, revealing the plan is to feature...
Julien 'Believe' and Bahamian Musicians Showcase Talent at Music Waves Festival
ulien "Believe" Thompson rocked the stage with Bahamian musicians at the Music Waves, Midi and Strawberry Music Festival (Music Waves) 2019, at The Rose Bud, Chaoyang International Cultural Exchange Center...
Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture Launches it Summer Employment and Summer Camp Programmes
Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture Launches it Summer Employment and Summer Camp Programmes
Minister of Youth, Sports, and Culture, the Hon. Lanisha T. Rolle (centre) launched the Ministry's yearly National Youth Summer Employment Programme and Summer Camp Programme, May 30, 2019 in a press conference at the Ministry...
72,000+ hot meals served up in 1st 4 months Royal Caribbean partners with Bahamas Feeding Network, pledges food for entire year 2019
On a sunny afternoon in November, Royal Caribbean International President & CEO Michael Bayley stood in the AquaTheater of Symphony of The Seas, the largest cruise ship in the world as it made its inaugural visit to Nassau...
Minister Pintard tells artisans that there are many creative options for the use of the conch shell
Minister Pintard tells artisans that there are many creative options for the use of the conch shell
Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources, the Hon. Michael Pintard told Grand Bahamian artisans that the options for products using the conch shell are endless and that his Ministry, through BAIC, is prepared to work with them in discovering many of those options.
“We live in a global village and the reality is the Bahamas needs to be fully integrated,” said Minister Pintard. “The Gov...
Samba Sol Grows its Bahamas Collection
Samba Sol Grows its Bahamas Collection
An international flip-flop brand is infusing more Bahamian flair into its colorful collection of environmentally friendly footwear designed in Miami and made in Brazil...
Alessandro Sarno to launch New Book: Junkanoon-The Spirit of A People
?I still vividly remember the energy and rhythm that pervaded me. It was so exciting to see all the people in costumes, dancing, drumming, making music and shaking their cowbells...
Bahamas Special Olympics Bring Home 14 Medals from World Summer Games 2019-Where Unity and inclusivity Were Paramount
Bahamas Special Olympics Bring Home 14 Medals from World Summer Games 2019-Where Unity and inclusivity Were Paramount
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has become a popular center for world events with Bahamian participation at its finest. Recently, 24 special Bahamian athletes competed among an estimated 7,500 athletes...
Dog Days Marathon Attracts International Competitor, but Nassau native claims Win!
Over 500 competitors enjoyed perfect weather conditions, beautiful scenery, and a world class route at the annual Grand Bahama Dog Days Half Marathon...
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...
Senator Highlights Move to E-Cabinet and E-Government Services as Consumer Rights Week 2019 Activities Close
Senator Highlights Move to E-Cabinet and E-Government Services as Consumer Rights Week 2019 Activities Close
The Ministry of Labour (MOL) officially celebrated World Consumer Rights Day (March 15) with a special ceremony and exhibition in Freeport, Grand Bahama, Friday...
The Bahamas Red Cross Fair moves to Clifford Park, Packed with Activities, Performances, Ministry of Tourism Sponsorship
Bahamas Red Cross Unveils Plans for its 1st, 2-day Red Cross Fair with The Royal
Bahamas Police Band, Junkanoo, a Taste of Junknaoo Carnival and so much
more...
Enigma Costume Launch: A Real Fairytale Come True
Enigma Costume Launch: A Real Fairytale Come True
Enigma is proving that fairytales do come true after showcasing its fantasy-like carnival costumes themed Once Upon A Time...
Senator Illustrates Ways Students Can Connect with Other in the Commonwealth
Senator, the Hon. Jamal Moss explained that The Bahamas is a member of The Commonwealth and as such, has the opportunity to connect and work with other nations to promote the Commonwealth’s shared value of peace, democracy and equality...
Nicholas Klonaris presents PM with Saxons photo during courtesy call
Mr. Nicholas Klonaris paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis (right) on Friday, February 15, 2019 at the Office of the Prime Minister. Mr Klonaris...
Bahamian Performers to Participates in 50th Anniversary New Orleans Jazz Festival
Minister of Tourism and Aviation, the Hon. Dionisio D'Aguilar, announced at a recent press conference at the Ministry that a Bahamian Delegation of top Junkanoo Performers, Musicians and Artists/Entertainers...
Transforming Spaces 2019
Transforming Spaces 2019
Transforming Spaces (TS) 2019 is gearing up for its annual art bus tour which will be taking place on Saturday and Sunday, April 6 and 7. Slated to be another inspiring art event, this year's theme "Sustainability-I Have A Dream-I Am the Dream-We are the Dream" is already bearing fruit...
"BTC wraps up an exciting Christmas Sweepstakes Promotion"
Six weeks, one hundred thousand dollars in cash and prizes and tons of memorable moments for customers, is how BTC is describing its recent Christmas Sweepstakes promotion...
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated Gives $25K to The Ranfurly Home for Children
For the first time ever, the National Executive Board Meeting of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated was held outside of the Continental United States of America...
VALLEY'S VICTORY
VALLEY'S VICTORY
THE Valley Boys held true to its "take no prisoners" declaration at the 2019 New Year's Day Junkanoo Parade, capturing the unofficial first place crown under the theme: "We Give God Thanks and Total Praise"...