Like the 40 young residents for which it provides refuge, the Grand Bahama Children’s Home finds itself better equipped as it leaves behind Hurricane Dorian’s struggles in its rearview mirror.

Thirteen young Team Bahamas sailors returned to The Bahamas after competing in the 2021 Optimist North American Sailing Championships (OptiNAMs) in Nuevo Vallarta, on the Pacific coast of Mexico last week.

Last month political novices shared a stage and debated issues that elevated the youth voice. Last week, what many saw as senior contenders were in the spotlight debating two of the most extraordinary threats of our time – COVID-19 and climate change. Though relatively new in this Bahamian context, political debates are necessary to a maturing democracy and political culture, according to a senior academic and historian.

Officials may never quantify the exact loss of teaching and learning during the coronavirus pandemic, but even if progress stalled temporarily in the classroom, over 100 participants in the Governor General’s Youth Award (GGYA) surged forward to celebrate an internationally recognized achievement – one, which for many, represents the gold standard in non-formal education.

As the Royal Bahamas Defence Force continues to enforce the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Dr. Raymond King’s strategic intent to enhance responsiveness to the security environment nationally and regionally, members of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) completed a Defensive Driving Course on June 2, 2021.

Launching their careers against the backdrop of World Oceans Day, a few young marine scientists are getting their feet wet, teaming up with a prominent research organization to conduct coral reef research and restoration around The Bahamas.

Graduates of University of The Bahamas-North in Grand Bahama have overcome tremendous adversity to complete their academic journeys and become members of the 2021 Commencement Class. Thursday, 3rd June was a proud day for those grads, their families, and friends as UB celebrated their achievements and sacrifices in a virtual commencement ceremony.   

UB-North Campus President Dr. Ian Strachan lauded the graduates and challenged them to use their knowledge and university experiences to make a positive difference in the world

With the release of a new guide providing best-practices and tips to host effective beach cleanup events, the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) is encouraging local businesses to be responsible corporate citizens and embrace the important role they play in the sustainable future of our ocean.

World Oceans Day is recognised by the United Nations and organisations and individuals around the world on June 8th every year...

Amid a global crisis that has challenged the health, economies and social systems of countries around the world, more than 600 graduates of University of The Bahamas (UB) have completed their academic programmes and are preparing to use their new competencies to assume myriad roles in a dynamic, global society.

After preparing a group of girls to be polished, poised and officially presented to society, The Bahamas Debutante Foundation (BDF) crowned two ladies-in-waiting as debutante of the year.

A team of marine biologists and filmmakers got the undivided attention of Minister of Education Jeffrey Lloyd during a virtual courtesy call May 21 as the minister vowed to do all he could to make marine science a greater part of the national curriculum as early as next fall.

Now, more than ever, it is important and possible to develop a wide and varied base of knowledge. Education and experience across seemingly unconnected disciplines is the way to become and remain competitive at the highest, global levels. Pursuing dual degrees is one way for Bahamians to achieve this for their own benefit, and the benefit of the country.  A new student support award established at University of The Bahamas demonstrates a belief in that resilience and the positive impact that tertiary education has on human potential.

Solidified through a recently executed Memorandum of Understanding, the Meadows Family Student Support Award will fund scholarships for dual degree majors in the Business Studies, Liberal and Fine Arts, Pure and Applied Sciences...

For ninety years, The Salvation Army's iconic crimson and white shield has been a symbol of help and hope in The Bahamas, and the organization's services and volunteers a vital lifeline for those most vulnerable. On May 3rd, 2021, The Bahamas Salvation Army, one of the largest non-governmental direct providers of social services in the country celebrated 90 years of being a pillar of support in the community...

The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) and Baha Mar recently partnered to provide customized training to technical employees of the resort.

The Democratic National Alliance (DNA) joins the nation in mourning the loss of Sir Charles Carter. The Bahamas has lost a national treasure who gave so much to our nation and lived a life of service to the Bahamian people. Sir Charles was a politician, media mogul, historian and cultural icon who distinguished himself in several sectors within our society.

As a part of Commander Defence Force, Commodore, Dr. Raymond King’s strategic plans for the outreach throughout the communities and strengthening community relations, members of the Airwing Department took time out to give lending hands to the Gambier Primary School on May 6, 2021.

As the Royal Bahamas Defence Force continues to enforce the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King’s strategic objective of strengthening relationships with stakeholders and the community at large as a socially corporate citizen, the members of RBDF Entry 41 Woman Entry 13 recently donated grocery items to the Urban Renewal Center, St. James Road.

St Andrew’s International School is pleased to announce a generous donation from Mr. Ian D. Fair and daughters Nicole, Sasha, and Kelly Fair in memory of their beloved wife and mother Sylvia Fair. In memory of Mrs. Sylvia Fair, the family has committed to a $240,000 donation to create the Sylvia Fair Scholarship Fund. The scholarship will support three qualified government school academic students throughout grades 9-12: one student from Long Island, one student from Abaco, and one student from Nassau each year... 

The University of The Bahamas (UB) Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience Research Centre (CCARR) and the Cape Eleuthera Institute (CEI) have produced a publication on the climate change challenges confronting The Bahamas and the anticipated effects on the archipelago.

The Bahamas Crisis Centre is deeply saddened over the loss of its Deputy Director Donna Nicolls who passed away Monday, May 10, 2021 at the age of 67.