Bahamas independence

Forward, Upward, Onward… Tethered? The Unfinished Business of Bahamian Freedom.

An exploration of Bahamian independence, 52 years after the historic lowering of the Union Jack, reveals a nation grappling with a profound and complex question: Are Bahamians truly free? While the archipelago celebrates its sovereignty with patriotic fervor, a deeper analysis exposes a nation still tethered to its past by significant political, judicial, economic, and psychological cords. The journey from …

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2025 Land Reform Bill

The Great Bahamian Land Reset: Why the 2025 Land Reform Bill Could Make or Break Your Family’s Fortune

What if the land your family has lived on for 200 years isn’t legally yours? This isn’t a hypothetical question. For thousands of Bahamians, it’s a devastating reality that has locked away fortunes, fueled bitter family feuds, and paralyzed economic progress for centuries. Right now, a firestorm of debate is sweeping the islands, from a packed town hall meeting in …

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Bahamas issues travel advisory urging citizens to avoid Israel and Occupied Palestinian Territories

Travel Advisory Summary:The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a travel advisory urging citizens to avoid Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories. This warning follows rising regional tensions. What It Means for Bahamians:Bahamians planning pilgrimages, business trips, or family visits to Israel must now reconsider their plans. Tour operators and travel agents will need to update clients and offer alternative destinations …

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Violence in the Classroom- What Led to the Principals’ Assault?

A 27-year-old man was arrested on Friday, June 20, 2025, after allegedly assaulting a primary school principal in East Grand Bahama during a parent-teacher conference. According to initial reports, officers were called to the school shortly after 10:30 a.m. when the suspect, identified as the principal’s student’s parent, struck the educator in the face ewnews.comewnews.com. What It Means for Bahamians:This …

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Bahamas police shooting

What Really Happened During the Key West Street Foot Chase? Inside the RBPF Investigation

Bahamas police shooting. Police have launched an investigation into an officer-involved shooting that occurred on Saturday, June 21, 2025, during a foot chase in the area of Robinson Road in Nassau. Preliminary reports indicate officers were conducting a routine stop-and-search on Key West Street when one of the individuals fled into a nearby yard and an officer discharged their weapon, …

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Man Falls From Hotel Balcony in Bahamas and Dies

Man Falls From Hotel Balcony in Bahamas and Dies: What You Need to Know About Balcony Fall Risks

Man falls from hotel balcony in Bahamas and dies—that tragic headline has sparked concern among travelers and safety experts alike. The incident occurred Sunday night around 10:00 PM while the American tourist was vacationing with friends. According to authorities, he accidentally fell from a high hotel balcony. First responders found him unresponsive on a lower floor and transported him to …

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Bahamas economy

Bahamas Economy Surges 3.4%—Here’s What’s Behind the Surprise Growth

Bahamas Economy Surges Past Expectations with 3.4% Growth in 2024 The Bahamas economy surprised everyone by growing 3.4% in 2024—exceeding projections and signaling strong momentum as the nation moves further from the economic slump of the COVID-19 pandemic. Business leaders are calling this performance “fantastic,” and it’s not hard to see why. The country has nearly $4 billion more in …

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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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