Bahamas health officials urge vigilance during summer travel season

The Ministry of Health and Wellness in The Bahamas is reminding residents to maintain good hygiene practices during the busy summer travel period as influenza-like illnesses typically increase this time of year. Health officials note that summer...

Bahamas approves six agricultural products from DR, 80 more under consideration

The Bahamas has approved the importation of six agricultural products from the Dominican Republic, with 80 other products in the pipeline for approval, Chairman of the Bahamas Trade Commission Senator Barry Griffin said yesterday. Griffin said...

Tradewind Aviation Extends Bahamas Flight Season Through October

They’re two of the most popular luxury destinations in the region right now: Marsh Harbour, Abaco and North Eleuthera in The Bahamas. Now, Tradewind Aviation has announced an extension of its scheduled flight service to both islands in The...

Challenges facing families in an independent Bahamas

As we celebrate the 52nd independence of The Bahamas, we are grateful for what we have done so far. We have come a long way. Independence gave rise to the establishment of important institutions that are integral to the nation’s health and...

Coast Guard Rescues Family of Three From Half-Sunken Yacht off Bahamas

On Monday, the U.S. Coast Guard rescued a family of three from a partially-sunken sailing vessel near Plana Cays, Bahamas, hundreds of miles from Florida's shores. At about midnight on Sunday night, a good Samaritan notified Coast Guard Seventh...

Share A Coke Returns to The Bahamas with a New Design and Exciting Winnings for Summer

Coca-Cola's legendary Share A Coke campaign is relaunching in The Bahamas and the world with a fresh design and exciting prizes to kick off the start of summer. The relaunch of the global campaign offers Bahamians the opportunity to feel the real...

Kalik The Beer of The Bahamas Renews its Commitment to Culture

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — This summer, Kalik didn’t just show up at three of The Bahamas’ most iconic festivals. It made waves. From Cat Island to Long Island to Andros, The Beer of The Bahamas brought more than refreshments. It brought energy,...

Bahamas Nurses Union: What Is Fueling The Ongoing Internal Conflict?

Bahamas and Korea celebrate 40 years of diplomatic relations

The Bahamas and the Republic of Korea celebrated 40 years of diplomatic relations on Monday with a cultural reception at the British Colonial. The countries established diplomatic ties in 1985. Minister of Foreign Affairs Fred Mitchell said the...

How to Vote for The Bahamas Travel and Sustainability Awards 2025

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation, in collaboration with Caribbean Journal, is proud to announce the return of the Bahamas Travel & Sustainability Awards for its third year. These awards serve is a platform to recognize,...

Psychologist: Troubling trend of suicides in northern Bahamas

By DENISE MAYCOCK Tribune Freeport Reporter dmaycock@tribunemedia.net TWO recent suicide attempts in Grand Bahama have renewed concerns among mental health professionals, who say suicide-related cases continue to rise in the northern Bahamas....

Dramatic footage shows the US Coast Guard rescuing a family of three off the coast of the Bahamas

Bahamas in $100m funding for National Energy Policy

By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor nhartnell@tribunemedia.net The Bahamas has received its first-ever financing from the latest multilateral lender it has joined in the form of a $100m loan to aid the National Energy Policy’s implementation....

Royal Caribbean opens bookings for new beach club experience in The Bahamas

Royal Caribbean has opened bookings for a new beach club experience in The Bahamas. Holidaymakers booked on sailings visiting Nassau from late December 2025 can now purchase all-inclusive day passes for Royal Beach Club Paradise Island on the...

Bahamas growth ‘moderates as LPIA departures off 2.3%

By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor nhartnell@tribunemedia.net The Central Bank yesterday confirmed that the Bahamian economy’s growth rate “moderated” in May with total departures from the country’s main aviation gateway down 2.3 percent for...

Bahamas: Police investigate suspected arson in New Providence

Police in New Providence are actively investigating a suspected arson incident that destroyed a residence and four vehicles in Coral Heights West early Tuesday morning. The Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) reported that officers were alerted to a...

Bahamas’ Marion Bethel elected Commissioner of Inter-American Commission on Human Rights

The Bahamas is celebrating a major diplomatic achievement following the election of prominent human rights attorney and advocate Marion Bethel to the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR). Bethel was elected during the 55th General...

Police in Bahamas seize over 5,000 rounds of ammunition and 25 guns hidden in appliances

NASSAU, Bahamas, CMC - Police in the Bahamas say one person is assisting their investigation after cops and customs officers seized 25 illegal firearms, 5,216 rounds of ammunition, and 49.6 pounds of marijuana concealed in appliances in a vehicle...

The Bahamas Partners With The U.S Yankees

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation (BMOTIA) is proud to announce a partnership with the iconic New York Yankees for the 2025 baseball season, solidifying The Bahamas as a proud partner of one of the most celebrated sports...

At CAHA conference, DPM Cooper affirms Bahamas commitment to improved regional air connectivity

The Bahamas is committed to improving regional air connectivity, which would result in a stronger tourism market and economic integration, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper affirmed as...