economic crisis

Looming Economic Crisis For The Bahamas

Catastrophic Economic Crisis Looms as Trump Administration’s Port Fees and U.S.-Canada Trade War Threaten to Devastate the Bahamas. The Bahamas and the wider Caribbean are on the brink of an unprecedented economic collapse, as the Trump administration’s proposed $1 million port fees on Chinese-built vessels and the escalating U.S.-Canada trade war threaten to cripple regional trade, spike inflation by 25 …

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Annexation

Annexation: Could the U.S. Take Over The Bahamas by Force?

Annexation: Could the U.S. Take Over The Bahamas by Force? The idea of U.S. annexation of The Bahamas might sound like a wild conspiracy theory, but history has shown that powerful nations have absorbed smaller ones before. Given the growing instability in global trade and shifting political landscapes, could The Bahamas be next? Could a U.S. administration—perhaps under Donald Trump—annex …

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Bahamas inflation

Bahamas Inflation: Can a VAT Reduction Offset the Impact of U.S. Tariffs?

Bahamas Inflation: Can a VAT Reduction Offset the Impact of U.S. Tariffs? The issue of Bahamas inflation is a persistent concern for both policymakers and consumers. While the recent Value Added Tax (VAT) reduction on food items in The Bahamas aims to ease the cost of living, global economic forces—especially U.S. tariffs—could still drive prices up. With President Donald Trump’s …

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Phishing

Royal Bahamas Police Force Issues Warning on Phishing Scams

Phishing: What It Is and How to Recognize It Phishing is one of the most common tactics used by cybercriminals to steal sensitive information. Recently, the Financial Crimes Branch of the Royal Bahamas Police Force issued an urgent alert about a phishing scam targeting local residents. Fraudsters are impersonating legitimate financial institutions and tricking individuals into revealing personal banking details. …

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Bahamas murder rate

The Bahamas January Murder Count: What the Numbers Reveal About Crime

The Bahamas Murder Rate: Comparing January 2024 and January 2025 The Bahamas murder rate has consistently been a topic of public concern, serving as an indicator of safety and the effectiveness of law enforcement. Between January 1 and January 13, 2024, the country recorded seven murders, a stark contrast to the one murder reported during the same period in 2025. …

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unmasked

Unmasked: 3 Ways Naming the Official Could Destroy Bahamas-U.S. Relations

Unmasked: How Naming High-Ranking Officials Can Jeopardize Diplomatic Relations and National Credibility In late November 2024, a U.S. indictment involving high-ranking Bahamian law enforcement officials was unsealed, sending shockwaves through both nations. As of today, the identity of one particular high-ranking Bahamian government official remains concealed, fueling widespread speculation. This strategic decision to withhold their name may have profound implications …

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majority rule

Why the 1967 Majority Rule Disrupted The Bahamas Forever

Majority Rule in The Bahamas: A Journey Toward Equality and Nationhood Majority rule, achieved on January 10, 1967, is a defining moment in Bahamian history that marked the triumph of democracy and equality over systemic racial and economic oppression. This pivotal event was the culmination of a long struggle led by key figures and political movements dedicated to ensuring that …

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Bribery scandal

Bribery Scandal: The Worst Allegations Against Michael Johnson Yet

Unpacking the Bribery Scandal Involving Former Chief Superintendent Michael Johnson The recent bribery scandal involving former Chief Superintendent of Police Michael Johnson, attorney Bjorn Ferguson, and Police Sergeant Deangelo Rolle has shocked the nation, shedding light on allegations of corruption at the highest levels of law enforcement. This scandal has drawn intense public scrutiny, given its connection to a $1.475 …

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voice note scandal

Voice Note Scandal Shocks The Bahamas: The 5 Key Voice Notes That Set It All Off

Voice Note Scandal Rocks The Bahamas: A Turning Point for Police Integrity The voice note scandal that erupted in the summer of 2024 has left The Bahamas grappling with a crisis of trust in its police force. Chief Superintendent of Police Michael Johnson, whose involvement in the scandal sparked national outrage and raised serious concerns about police integrity, has now …

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