Grand Bahamian rum becomes first-ever Bahamian rum distributed in the UK

Bassett's rum launches in London with support from the British and Bahamian High Commissions NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A rum from Grand Bahama has won the race to become the first Bahamian rum ever to be distributed in the UK.  With support from the British High Commission in The Bahamas, Bassett's rum—produced by Bahamas Distilling Company [...]

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Cat Island, Rum Cay and San Salvador MP pays tribute to the crash victims

Nassau, Bahamas - The following is a Press Statement by Philip 'Brave' Davis.

Ann and I mourn today the passing of eight souls departed in the tragic
plane crash bound for a weekend homecoming festival in the quaint
community of San Salvador.

While we would like to pay tribute to all of the families and
friends who grieve at this time, I particularly wish to convey personal
tribute to my lon...

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Caribbean Rum In Grave Danger

The European Commission (EC) has once again let down the Caribbean. This time on rum. All rum producers in the Dominican Republic and Caribbean Community (Caricom) countries are facing the grim prospect of losing their markets in Europe.

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Haiti's rum production swirls back to life in quake aftermath

It has been a long slow slog since Haiti was jolted to its core by a deadly earthquake four months ago. Now at the fabled Barbancourt rum plant, the sweet waft of production is back in the air.

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Fr. Chester Burton transfers to Long Island and Rum Cay

By STAFF WRITER
Nassau Guardian
The only way people will be able to see Jesus'face is if they set their priorities on the church, and place God in the forefront of their lives was the message to parishioners at St. Peter's Parish, North Long Island, as their new rector, Fr. Chester Burton, preached and celebrated his first service with his new posting. And he assured them that there are no shortcu...

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Davis: Concerns at Old Bight High School, Cat Island Rum Cay All Age School, Rum Cay

Nassau, Bahamas - The following is a statement by the Hon. Philip Davis on the closure of the Old Bight
High School and the schortage of teachers at the Rum Cay All Age School.

"It was with
a heavy heart that I received reports this morning that Old Bight High
School in Old Bight, Cat Island was unable to open today due to incomplete
school repairs and insufficient teachers.  In spite of...

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BIFF 2011 Presents: The Rum Diary [Opening Night Film]

• Genre : Comedy, Drama, Romance, Thriller
• Rating :

Paul Kemp is a freelance journalist who finds himself at a critical turning point in his life while writing for a run-down newspaper in the Caribbean. Paul is challenged on many levels as he tries to carve out a more secure niche for himself amidst a group of lost souls all bent on self-destruction.

Principal Cast:
Johnny Depp, Aaron Eckhart, Michael Rispoli, Amber Heard, Richard Jenkins, Giov...

The Rum Diary

• Genre : Drama, Mystery, Thriller
• Rating : C - 18yrs and Older

American journalist Paul Kemp takes on a freelance job in Puerto Rico for a local newspaper during the 1950s and struggles to find a balance between island culture and the expatriates who live there.

Prime Minister participates in Golden Jubilee Flag Relay/National Flag Day Ceremonies in Cat Island, Rum Cay, and San Salvador

It was a whirlwind visit for Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Hon Philip Davis, who flew into three islands to participate in 'National Flag Day' on June 30, 2023 which coincided with the Golden Jubilee Flag Relay, commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Bahamas Independence.

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RITA 2023 Sets Sail with Resounding Success & Support from Mount Gay Rum and Sands Beer

ABACO, THE BAHAMAS - The art of sailing took centre stage as the highly anticipated Regattas in The Abacos (RITA 2023) officially set sail on Sunday the 25th.

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