Christopher Columbus

Christopher Columbus’s three ships—the Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria—first landed on a beach of a small island within the Bahama Islands, in the Caribbean Sea, on October 12, 1492. The natives called their tiny island, Guanahani, but Columbus...

Celebrity Cruises cancels all upcoming trips to this Caribbean destination

Celebrity Cruises has canceled stops to Haiti on its upcoming 2025 and 2026 trips. Citing safety concerns, the cruise line has updated itineraries and replaced stops to Haiti with other destinations in the Caribbean. Labadee, Haiti, is Royal...

Four CARICOM Countries Implement Free Traveling

Flag of CARICOM. Photo: National Today October 13, 2025 Hour: 2:18 pm The measure was agreed upon by the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Heads of State during their 49th Ordinary Meeting on July 6, and responds to the need to advance regional...

Driver stabbed another following fender bender!

file photo NASSAU| Police are investigating a stabbing incident that occurred on Wednesday, 1st October, 2025, which left an adult male hospitalized. Preliminary reports indicate that shortly after 1:00 p.m., a collision occurred on Seventh...

Beware of in-transit fumigation risks

Despite detailed IMO recommendations setting out safety precautions for fumigating vessels’ cargo holds, casualty investigations continue to reveal critical gaps in training, gas monitoring, and risk awareness – leaving crews exposed to...

Caricom discussion paper in final stages

The Caricom Secretariat headquarters in Guyana (File photograph) It has been almost two years since the Government announced in the Throne Speech that it would pursue full membership of Caricom — but the details of what that might mean for Bermuda...

Princess of Wales once banished her iconic curls

If the Princess of Wales weren't incredible enough, her long brunette tresses have certainly earned icon status over the years. Long, glossy, and styled into big bouncy waves, Kate's hair has become part of her signature look over the last five...

Social Security confirms all 1,400 locations are CLOSED for 24 hours

THE Social Security Administration has officially confirmed that all of its offices are temporarily closed down for 24 hours. As the federal agency shutters its more than 1,400 locations across the country, Americans will be unable to access...

Thirty-Five Member Team Selected for CARIFTA Gymnastics

Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Bahamas Gymnastics Federation has officially named its roster for the 2025 CARIFTA Gymnastics...

These are the Caribbean’s most amazing hotels, according to our experts

The good news is that all 30 island states and territories scattered across this balmy region have superb hotels aplenty. It doesn’t matter whether you’re seeking beach bliss, family fun, rainforest adventures or sublime slumber in a four-poster...

Who is Chandler Blanchet? PGA Tour’s latest Korn Ferry Tour standout entry explored

Chandler Blanchett has secured his PGA Tour card after winning the Korn Ferry Tour Championship 2025. The American golfer put forward an amazing performance at the Korn Ferry Tour, which wrapped up on Sunday, October 12. With that, he settled in...

Min. of Labour Holds Townhall Meeting to Discuss Reforms to the Employment and the Industrial Relations Acts

The Minister of Labour and the Public Service the Hon. Pia Glover said stakeholders and members of the public were gathered at the Legislative Reform Townhall Meeting because the labour laws affect every single resident in The Bahamas. “Whether...

MaKenzie Ann Casteel

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of MaKenzie Ann Casteel, who left this world far too soon on October 7, 2025, in Winter Springs, Florida. Born on August 20, 1999 in Ogden, Utah, she was a vibrant spirit whose impact on those...

PM Davis: ‘Storms like this remind us, once again, who we are’

Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis speaks during Joint Press Briefing with the Office of the Prime Minister and the Disaster Risk Management (DRM) Authority, on September 29, 2025 NASSAU, The Bahamas – While addressing a...

Cabinet Minister and Minister for the Environment The Hon. Vaughn Miller passes 

Hon. Vaughn P. Miller NASSAU| Bahamas Press reports with sadness the passing of Cabinet Minister The Hon. Vaughn Miller. The causes of death are unknown at this time but it is reported that he collapsed and was transported to Doctor’s Hospital...

PM Davis delivered a new Water Plant in Barraterre where the people of Little Exuma waited for water for over 50 years! 

PM Philip Davis and DPM Chester Cooper commissioning the new Water Plant in Barraterre Exuma. Barraterre, Exuma | Prime Minister Philip Edward Brave Davis KC was in Barraterre Exuma this morning as his government, through the Water and Sewerage...

The Unique Country Club Upgrades Tempting Grandparents, Parents and Kids Alike

Backyard wiffle ball might seem counterintuitive as an enticing amenity at a private resort community. After all, it has little to do with high-end fitness equipment, cold plunges and infrared saunas — increasingly must-have items at member clubs...

Rhodes scholar finalist: Overcoming the odds

By LYNAIRE MUNNINGS Tribune Staff Reporter lmunnings@tribunemedia.net AT just 20, Bahamian-born Iyanda Hilton has beaten odds few could imagine. Once a child in constant pain from sickle cell disease, she is now a Rhodes Scholar finalist — one of...

Why the Australian Open Is the World's Best Tennis Tournament for Travelers

Big tennis events, such as the French Open, the U.S. Open, and Wimbledon, tend to top travelers’ dream lists. The January tournament in Australia, on the other hand, can feel out of reach. But savvy sports fans are getting wise to the fact that...

A Life: Nancy Nash-Cummings ‘really had spirit’

Sign up for the Valley News' morning newsletter and get essential news each day. WINDSOR — Nancy Nash-Cummings rebelled against the expectations of her upbringing, and her life blossomed on her own terms. Co-creator of the advice column sensation...