Art & Entertainment

Following a visit by Georgia State University to The Bahamas last October, the institution and the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) have since signed a Memorandum of Cooperation to initiate formal discussions on a collaboration that would afford BTVI students the option to continue their studies at the tier one research institution in Atlanta, Georgia. The agreement was signed...

June 15th was a historic day on the island of Exuma as 38 students for the very first time were inducted into the Royal Bahamas Defence Force’s (RBDF) Rangers Program, following a Passing Out Parade ceremony. The students represented three secondary schools on the island, namely; the L. N. Coakley High School, St. Andrew’s Anglican School and Exuma Christian School....

NASSAU, BAHAMAS -- The Bahamas joined the United States of America in celebrating the 243rd Anniversary of Independence of the United States on Monday, June 24, 2019 at Albany on the Western tip of New Providence.  The official US Independence Anniversary is July 4. Leading the list of dignitaries at the festivities were Her Excellency the Most Hon. Dame Marguerite Pindling, and the...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Minister of National Security Marvin Dames recently bid farewell to Ms. Jamie Martin, Director of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs at the U.S. Embassy. A farewell luncheon was hosted in her honor on Thursday, 20thJune, 2019. Ms. Martin came to The Bahamas in June 2016 and has left an indelible mark on the safety and security...

ANDROS, BAHAMAS -- Enjoying the All-Andros Crab Fest this weekend were Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis; Minister of Transport and Local Government, the Hon. Renward Wells and Bain and Grants Town MP Travis Robinson. The-All Andros Crab Fest takes place annually at Queen's Park, Fresh Creek, Central Andros and features all types of crab dishes, entertainment, and...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Geared towards helping its 25 campers embrace novel experiences while learning more about nature, the environment and the animals around them, Ardastra Gardens’ Disney-inspired camps take full advantage of its scenic surroundings offering outdoor adventure chock full of fun and exploration in a safe, uncrowded environment. For parents tired of hearing, “I’m bored,” the zoo and conservation...

The Fox Hill Branch of the PLP held a prayer breakfast on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at the Fox Hill Community Center. Honoured during the event were PLP National Chair Senator Fred Mitchell; Ann-Marie Davis, wife of PLP Leader the Hon. Philip Brave Davis; former Deputy Prime Minister Cynthia "Mother" Pratt; PLP Deputy Chair Robyn Lynes and local community leader...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - A new culinary experience, combining age-old Bahamian cooking preparation methods, has invited 12 international and local chefs to participate in a culinary showdown on Saturday afternoon, which will utilize no gas, no electricity and no modern equipment to prepare their dishes. The “Ignite” event is the brainchild of local chef Simeon Hall Jr. Hall, who is currently...

New community park set to open NASSAU, BAHAMAS - It is not only the newest but one of the biggest, most modern community parks in the south and it's set to open this Saturday with fanfare fitting for a beautiful, green space. With its opening Silver Gates Community Park will be in a league of its own featuring an array of amenities not normally...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS -- Dr. Carlos G. Reid launched his third book, entitled, 'The Bahamas Gang Culture: Proven Strategies for Change'on Wednesday, June 18, 2019. The launch was held at the Hope Centre. Among those present were: Acting Permanent Secretary Eugene Poitier; Commissioner of Police Anthony Ferguson; Commander of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force Commodore Tellis Bethel; District Superintendent of Student Development at...

Cassius Stuart presented a copy of his book, 'A New Start in Business' to Her Excellency the Most Hon. Dame Marguerite Pindling during a courtesy call at Government House on Tuesday, June 18, 2019.  (BIS Photo/Letisha Henderson).

NASSAU, BAHAMAS  -- Honourees and administrators of United World College paid a courtesy call on the Governor General, Her Excellency Dame Marguerite Pindling, at Government House on Monday, June 17, 2019.  (BIS Photo/Letisha Henderson)  

NASSAU, BAHAMAS -- The Ministry of the Environment and Housing hosted a free reusable shopping bag giveaway at Centreville Food Market on Saturday, June 8, 2019. The giveaway was in preparation of the upcoming ban on selected single use plastics to take effect on January 1, 2020. The ban on plastics will include four prohibited items: point of sale plastic shopping...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The global HIV/AIDS epidemic has claimed millions of lives around the world. Here in The Bahamas, the numbers are equally distressing, with recent statistics revealing that one in fifty people currently live with the disease. In the face of such troubling data, health-care professionals and advocacy groups alike have heightened efforts to raise awareness about the disease...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS  -- Minister of National Security Marvin Dames addressed a reception aboard the USS Stout (DDG 55), at Prince George Wharf on June 14, 2019. U.S. Embassy Charge d'Affaires, Stephanie Bowers, and U.S. Fleet Forces Command commander, Admiral Christopher Gradyand Mrs. Grady, co-hosted the event. Also in attendance were Acting Permanent Secretary Eugene Poitier and Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) Commodore Tellis...

Still much work to do in tackling sickle cell, a public health concern NASSAU, BAHAMAS - She was never supposed to live past the age of eight. Now, she’s 42. Pamela Morrison has paid an exorbitant price for outliving doctors’ predictions. In battling one of the world’s foremost genetic diseases, sickle cell (SCD), the impact on her life has been...

During the Exuma Film Festival, July 4 – 7, attendees will have the opportunity to watch the Pigs of Paradise debut in the place where it all began. GREAT EXUMA, BAHAMAS – The Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLIFF) will travel to Grand Isle Resort & Spaon Great Exuma, Bahamas for an enjoyable weekend of film showings, taking place July...

Minister of National Security the Hon. Marvin Dames and Director of Education Marcellus Taylor applauded President and CEO of Electro Telecom Limited Paul Smith, and his company, for encouraging Bahamian students by awarding laptops to promising scholars for more than 15 years.  Mr. Smith and his company, during an official ceremony at the Paul Farquharson Conference Centre on June 12, 2019 presented...