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No Survivors in Andros Plane Crash

ANDROS, BAHAMAS - It was not the independence Day the country was looking forward to. Shortly after 2 pm on this July 10th independence day holiday news of the tragedy began to surface. Images coming to Our News showed the remains of a plane from Andros, and its charred debris still smoking.

Nation’s Leaders Call for Unity and Prayer After 10 Die in Flamingo Air Crash

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Prime Minister Philip Davis says the deadly Flamingo Air plane crash in Andros that took 10 lives this afternoon signals a time for unity.

Fatal Plane Crash In North Andros

A press briefing was held this afternoon at the Office of the Prime Minister where officials of all relevant agencies and ministries along with Prime Minister, the Hon. Philip Davis and Opposition Leader, Michael Pintard addressed a fatal plane crash that occurred near the North Andros Airport earli

Antigua PM Says US Visa Policy Hurting Trade, Students and Families

ANTIGUA & BARBUDA - Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne says the United States' tightened visa policies are affecting trade, commerce, students and families with ties to the country, as he called for the restrictions to be lifted.

E. Jean Carroll to Be Paid $5.8M in Trump Sex Abuse and Defamation Case

UNITED STATES - Writer, E. Jean Carroll, can collect $5.8M held in escrow since a jury found that U.S. President Donald Trump sexually abused and defamed her, a federal judge ruled Wednesday.

Health Minister: “We’re Working Diligently to Address Nurses’ Concerns”

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Nurses gathered outside the Ministry of health early Thursday morning, protesting over what they say are long‑overdue confirmation, and appointment letters.

Young Named Frontier League All-Star

UNITED STATES - Outfielder Chavez Young has been rewarded for an outstanding season, earning a selection to the 2026 Frontier League All-Star game as a member of the Québec Capitales.

Energy Minister: Weekend Blackout Was “Highly Unusual,” More Consumption Causing Bill Spike

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - After weeks of frustration over power outages and high electricity bills, Energy Minister Jobeth Coleby-Davis is addressing the concerns, insisting the long hours blackout on Sunday was highly unusual.

CARICOM Leaders Pledge to Tackle High Cost of Living in the Region

ST. LUCIA - A closing media conference marks the end of the 51st Heads of Government Meeting in St. Lucia. Several issues discussed by regional leaders, but perhaps none to more important to residents in the region than the high cost of living.

Former MP Bowleg: “I Do Intend To Assist And Help As Much As I Can”

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Former Member of Parliament for North Andros and The Berry Islands, Carlton Bowleg, speaking with our news about that destructive fire in Bailey Town, Bimini.

French Guiana Joins CARICOM As It’s Eight Associate Member

ST. LUCIA - French Guiana officially signing on during the 51st Heads of Government meeting in St. Lucia, becoming its eight associate member.

Ministry of Transport: “Promotes Practical Solutions As Part Of National Road Safety Campaign”

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - One life lost is one too many - that's the message from Minister of Transport Leon Lundy, as the ministry launched its new road safety campaign today in response to the recent string of traffic fatalities.

The Governor General conveys Happy Birthday wishes to Mrs. Theodisia Pedican-Dorsette who turned 105

The Governor General, Her Excellency the Most Hon. Dame Cynthia A. Pratt visited and presented a floral arrangement and a plaque to Mrs. Theodosia Bethia Pedican-Dorsette in celebration of her 105th birthday at her residence on Monday, July 6, 2026. The post The Governor General conveys Happy Birthd

New York State Assembly Speaker pays a courtesy call on the President of the Senate

Speaker of the New York State Assembly, the Hon. Carl Edward Heastie, and delegation, paid a courtesy call on the President of the Senate, the Hon. LaShell Adderley, July 8, 2026 in the Senate chambers, Downtown, Nassau. Speaker Heastie is the 100th Speaker of the New York State Assembly and the fir

Statement by Prime Minister Philip Davis on the conclusion of the 51st Regular Meeting of CARICOM Heads of Government, Saint Lucia

As the 51st Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM comes to a close, I thank the Government and people of Saint Lucia for their hospitality and for the care with which they hosted our Community. This meeting gave us an opportunity to address the issues that matter most t

Dame Cynthia Pratt attended the Honorary Consular Corps Annual Luncheon at Sapodilla Estates

Her Excellency, Governor General Dame Cynthia A. Pratt attended the Honorary Consular Corps Annual Luncheon at Sapodilla Estates on Thursday, July 2, 2026. (BIS Photo/Letisha Henderson) The post Dame Cynthia Pratt attended the Honorary Consular Corps Annual Luncheon at Sapodilla Estates appeared fir

Delegation from NY State Assembly pays courtesy call on Senate president

Minister signs MOUs with tech-forward nations

Early Morning Fire In Bimini

An early morning fire occurred in Bailey Town, Bimini on Wednesday that has destroyed several structures leaving multiple families homeless. Member of Parliament for Bimini and the Berry Islands, Randy Rolle was on the island assessing the damage and meeting with residents. He told ZNS News, “we hav

Ceasefire Over: Trump Warns Iran U.S. Is Preparing for More Strikes After

UNITED STATES - U.S. President Donald Trump warned of more strikes on Iran, saying they are retaliation for attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Minister Bastian Forges New Digital Partnerships on Geneva Mission

Press Release The Hon. Sebas Bastian, Minister of Innovation and National Development and Member of Parliament for Fort Charlotte, has concluded a successful working mission to Geneva, Switzerland, where he led an official delegation of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas to the first United Nations-man

BTVI Graduates Told Their Technical & Vocational Training is Needed in The Bahamas Today

Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Sen. the Hon. Keenan Johnson said it has been too long that a university degree has been celebrated while the value of technical and vocational education is overlooked. “I strongly believe that thinking is now in the past. Today

PM needs to speak on power crisis, FNM deputy says

Health Beyond Hospitals: How Every Partnership Helps Build a Healthier Bahamas

Press Release When United Nations Resident Coordinator Dennis Zulu concluded his recent mission to The Bahamas, the schedule reflected a series of high-level meetings with government officials, international partners, civil society organizations and community leaders. Viewed together, however, the e

Haiti Launches ‘AYITILAB’ To Boost Youth Innovation And Entrepreneurship

HAITI - Haiti's Ministry of Commerce and Industry has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Higher School of Infotronics of Haiti and the Avenir Foundation to officially launch AYITILAB, an initiative aimed at strengthening innovation and job creation among young people.

Health Minister Responds To Hospital Blackout

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Following the weekend's widespread power outages that left thousands of homes, businesses, and essential services without electricity for hours, Health and Wellness Minister Dr. Michael Darville said the hardest-hit area was one of Princess Margaret Hospital's older medical wards.

EPI Launches National Summer Vaccination Catch-up Campaign

Press Release The Ministry of Health & Wellness through its Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) is launching a National Summer Vaccination Catch-Up Campaign aimed at increasing vaccination coverage and protecting communities across The Bahamas from vaccine-preventable diseases. The campaign wil

Coleby-Davis says old grid no excuse for BPL blackout

Judge Cancels Trial Date For Ex-Business Partner of Former National Security Minister

FLORIDA - A Florida district judge has canceled the upcoming trial date for Malcolm Goodman.

Foreign Affairs Minister Renew Gang Suppression Force in Haiti, Support Cuba

ST. LUCIA - As Haitian gangs maintain control of Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince, CARICOM leaders have pledged to address the civil unrest on the island nation, with countries including The Bahamas promising to contribute to a UN-backed anti-gang security mission in Haiti.

Prime Minister Philip Davis on the Conclusion of the 51st Regular Meeting of CARICOM Heads of Government

Press Release As the 51st Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM comes to a close, I thank the Government and people of Saint Lucia for their hospitality and for the care with which they hosted our Community. This meeting gave us an opportunity to address the issues that

Tourism’s Summer Job Programme gets underway

The Hon. Glenys Hanna-Martin, Minister of Tourism, addressed youth at the Ministry of Tourism’s Summer Job Programme Orientation, June 29, 2026 at Christ Church Cathedral Community Centre. Also bringing remarks were: Randy Rolle, Parliamentary Secretary for Tourism; Reginald Saunders, Permanent Secr

Grand Cultural Festival Celebrates Grand Bahama’s Identity, Unity and Downtown Revival

Minister for Grand Bahama, the Hon. Ginger Moxey, welcomed residents, visitors and members of the Bahamian diaspora to the Grand Cultural Festival in Downtown Freeport on July 4, 2026, describing the event as a celebration of culture, identity and the continued revitalisation of the city’s commercia

Let’s Swim Bahamas presents a Certificate of Appreciation to Minister Glenys Hanna-Martin

Let’s Swim Bahamas presented a Certificate of Appreciation to the Hon. Glenys Hanna-Martin, Minister of Tourism, for her outstanding contributions to the Let’s Swim Bahamas programme, July 3, 2026 at the Ministry’s offices. Pictured from left: Rufiner Saunders, Andy Knowles, the Hon. Glenys Hanna-Ma

“Work of parenting often happens far from the spotlight….yet few responsibilities carry greater influence” – Mrs. Ann Marie Davis

In her remarks at ‘Global Day of Parents’ Symposium, June 26, 2026 Mrs. Ann Marie Davis of the Office of the Spouse of the Prime Minister, said “the work of parenting often happens far from the spotlight. It happens in early morning routines, late-night conversations, homework at the kitchen table,

Statement of the Conference of Heads of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) on the Secretary General

Press Release During the Retreat of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) held on 06 July 2026, the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago maintained its objection to the process used in the reappointment of the Secretary General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). CARICOM acknowledged

Outgoing CARICOM Chairman Calls For Unity Among CARICOM Countries

ST. LUCIA - CARICOM leaders are meeting in St. Lucia this week for the 51st regular meeting of the conference of heads of government and with the meeting comes a change in chairmanship.

Rollins: “What Happened To Summer Capacity?”

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - After a weekend of widespread power outages across New Providence, the opposition is accusing the Davis Administration of failing to deliver on its promise of a more reliable electricity supply.

$5.5 Million Allocated For Medical Equipment And Ambulances

Millions of dollars have been allocated in the 2026/2027 budget for new medical equipment including ambulances for New Providence and Grand Bahama. Minister of Health and Wellness, the Hon. Dr. Michael Darville spoke about the issue with ZNS News on Monday. He said, “this line item speaks specifical

Bahamian Led Investment Team Announces Upcoming Ginn Project Work

Coakley International Chief Executive Officer, Shane Coakley has announced that work is scheduled to begin on the dormant Ginn Project within 90 days. Coakley told ZNS News that his group received government approval three weeks ago. He said, “That is a long process to get that far and right now we’

Government Strengthens Small Home Repairs Programme with Renewed Focus on Accountability and Quality

Press Release More than 400 Bahamian contractors gathered for the Ministry of Urban Renewal and Community Relations’ Contractors Small Home Repairs Workshop as Prime Minister the Hon. Philip Davis, KC, reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to improving the lives of Bahamians through stronger partne

Holland America Line prominently features enhanced private island in sailings into 2028

Trinidad Government Launches Review of Diplomatic Passports

TRINIDAD & TOBAGO - The Trinidad and Tobago government launched a sweeping review of diplomatic passports and will move to recover documents from several holders, including former prime minister Dr. Keith Rowley.

Five young Bahamian women to represent the country at Cyber Wizard 2026 Camp in Estonia

Five young Bahamian women will represent the country at the Cyber Wizard 2026, a fully funded international cybersecurity summer camp in Estonia. The young women are the winners of a competition administered by the National Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT-BS), in partnership wit

Five young Bahamian women to represent the country at Cyber Wizard 2026 Camp in Estonia

Five young Bahamian women will represent the country at the Cyber Wizard 2026, a fully funded international cybersecurity summer camp in Estonia. The young women are the winners of a competition administered by the National Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT-BS), in partnership wit

NTA grads encouraged to take advantage of Grand Bahama opportunities

“We cannot build a grand island, without a grand workforce.” Those were the words of Minister for Grand Bahama, the Hon. Ginger Moxey during her keynote speech to graduates of the National Training Agency (NTA) Cohort 20, at a special ceremony on Thursday, July 2, 2026. The graduation took place at

Min. Darville and IDB tour grounds of State-of-the-Art Health Clinic in Stephenson, Cat Island

Minister of Health and Wellness, the Hon. Dr. Michael Darville, accompanied by senior officials of the Ministry of Health and Wellness and representatives of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), toured the construction site of the new government health clinic in Stephenson, Cat Island, marking

Evan Davis named Gentleman of the Year

The Bahamas Beautillion Committee has named Evan R. Davis, a 2026 graduate of Queen’s College, Gentleman of the Year at the 35th Annual Gentlemen’s Club Graduation, held Saturday, June 6th, 2026 at Baha Mar, Cable Beach. The distinction is the programme’s highest individual honour, awarded to the yo

FNM says govt needs to come clean on BPL and stop trying to 'fool' the public

Marine conservation fund seeks support at regatta

Opposition: Extend VAT school relief to gasoline

Grand Bahama Minister: “Things Are Moving Ahead On The International Bazaar”

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The future of Grand Bahama's long-abandoned International Bazaar is moving one step closer to redevelopment.

Camp “I Matter” Summer Camp To Provide Fun, Learning and Summer Employment

NASSAU, THE BAHAMAS - The Ministry of Youth and Sports, hosting a number of camps this year, but there's one that stands out from the others.

BFA And YESI Collab on Girls’ Soccer Camp

NASSAU, THE BAHAMAS - This camp is a collaboration between the association and yesi soccer and will feature top-tier instruction by international coaches aimed at giving them soccer and life skills so that they can take their game to the next level.

Urban Renewal Minister: “Small Home Repairs Program Is About Restoring Lives”

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Minister of Urban Renewal and Community Relations Lisa Rahming says every Bahamian deserves to live in a safe community with dignity and equal opportunity.

PM Mum On Proposed MP Raises And Calls For Public Sex Offender Registry

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Prime Minister Philip Davis today dodging questions from reporters about issues like a proposed raise for cabinet ministers and a public sex offenders registry.

Highway Churches Of God Elect First Female District Superintendent

GRAND BAHAMA, BAHAMAS - A historic milestone for the Highway Churches of God Bahamas as the denomination has officially launched its 61st district convention, marking a significant moment as it prepares to celebrate the election of its first female district superintendent for Grand Bahama.

Barbados PM Shortens National Celebrations; Prioritizes Cost-Of-Living

BARBADOS - Barbados Prime Minister, Mia Mottley, says her administration will prioritise measures to cushion Barbadians from global economic pressures, even as it advances constitutional reform and other key policy initiatives.

“We Do Have Military Customs and We Want to Show It to the World as Well”

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The grounds of Government House came alive on June 26 with the rhythm of drums, the melodies of flutes, and the synchronized footsteps of officers from the Royal Bahamas Defence Force.

Public Service Minister: “We Hate to Lose Anyone in Public Service, We’ve Been Doing Our Best to Uplift Salaries”

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Financial pressures are continuing to take a toll on the public service, as some government employees consider leaving for better opportunities.