Prime Minister Philip Davis called on world leaders to take responsibility for the climate crisis. He argued that leaders must move past making promises. He cited the Blue Carbon Programme in The Bahamas as a way small island nations can lead global solutions. Davis stated that these nations must save themselves.
Two international technical reports from late 2024 identified gaps in the weather monitoring infrastructure of The Bahamas. These reports were prepared under the United Nations Systematic Observations Financing Facility. They examined existing radar equipment and weather observation systems. The findings provide context for the Bahamas Aviation, Climate and Severe Weather Network project.
Ronald Clarke has passed away at his home in eastern New Providence. He worked as a photographer and served as the Senior Warden at Christ Church Cathedral. He was also a former vice principal at SAC. Dean Dwight Rolle expressed condolences, describing him as a valued and faithful member of the cathedral family.
The author discusses how words carry spiritual, historical, and moral weight beyond their surface definitions. The text focuses on the stark divide between the concepts of grace and disgrace. To understand why being called a disgrace is so painful, one must examine the core meaning of grace. In Christian belief, grace is viewed as a sacred origin.
Prime Minister Davis spoke at COP 31 to launch The Bahamas Blue Carbon Programme. He thanked the government and people of the Republic of Türkiye for their hospitality. He also thanked the CARICOM family for welcoming the delegation to the pavilion. In a previous statement to Parliament in January, the Prime Minister stated that no one is coming to save them.
The Bahamas delegation completed its third day at COP 31 in Antalya, Türkiye. Justice Cheryl E. Bazard was elected as Secretary-General of the Commission of Small Island States. The delegation advocated for the country's positions on water security and climate displacement. They also pushed for interests regarding the ocean economy.
Prime Minister Philip E. Davis has nominated Justice Cheryl E. Bazard for the role of Secretary-General of the Commission of Small Island States. The nomination was presented to Member States at COP 31 in Antalya, Türkiye. This occurs as the Commission celebrates five years of work on international climate change law.
Prime Minister Philip Davis KC announced that Dr. Daniel Johnson has been commissioned as High Commissioner-Designate to the Court of St. James’s. Dr. Johnson took the Oath of Office and received his Letter of Appointment at Government House. He will now travel to London to serve in this role. The Prime Minister offered congratulations on behalf of the government and people of The Bahamas.
Clyde Beckford has died at the age of 75 after a battle with prostate cancer. He was a member of the Coopers Terrace Church of God Church. The family includes his wife, Viola, and three children. He is also survived by a relative named Kenneth and eight siblings.
Claims have emerged that the Bahamas is collecting aviation fees for services performed by the United States Federal Aviation Administration. The allegations have sparked fresh questions about which authority manages Bahamian airspace and who is entitled to receive the payments. The Nassau Guardian reported comments from the president and chief executive of Airlines for America. That official, identified as Chris Sununu, criticized the Bahamas' handling of the fees.
Prime Minister Philip Davis attended the COP31 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Antalya, Türkiye. He was accompanied by Youth Climate Ambassadors Taylor Cargill, Kenrick Stubbs, and Ava Richardson. The Prime Minister stated that young people belong in these discussions. Their inclusion in the delegation represents the government's perspective on youth involvement.
The flag football community in the Bahamas is mourning the death of coach Chavar Rolle. He passed away on Monday, leaving players and families heartbroken. Rolle worked as a dedicated coach within the Bahamas Youth Flag Football League.
Prime Minister Philip Davis arrived in Antalya, Turkey, accompanied by Mrs Ann Marie and a Bahamian delegation. They are visiting the city to attend the COP-31 conference.
The Bahamas Government clarified that ongoing talks with aviation stakeholders focus only on overflight fees. These negotiations do not include any other additional charges. The government is working to resolve existing disagreements regarding fees for aircraft using Bahamian airspace. A statement issued on Monday, November 9, addressed concerns regarding these costs.
Police report that a 15-year-old male suspectedly drowned on Guana Cay in Abaco on Saturday. The teenager was swimming when a riptide washed him away. He was later found unresponsive on the shore. This is the third teen to drown in a matter of days.
A man in his 50s was shot and killed outside his home on John Chipman Close. Police stated that a high-powered weapon was used in the attack. In a separate incident, Woody Turnquest was found dead in his white truck. He had sustained fatal gunshots to his face. This discovery occurred after he failed to attend a fishing trip.
Cyril O’Brien, a 27-year-old man, was shot dead outside his home. The attack happened shortly after 3:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2026. O’Brien had just arrived at his Greenwich Street residence on an ATV. An unknown assailant ambushed him and shot him multiple times. He had previously been arrested for firearm possession in September.
Bahamas Faith Ministries International announced that Dr. Raymond Eneas will become the new Senior Pastor Designate. This decision follows nearly a year of planning for the succession. Dr. Eneas is expected to move to the Nassau campus full-time in January 2027. He will then undergo a year of mentorship and transition under the current Senior Pastor, Dr. Dave Burrows.
Prime Minister Philip Edward Davis KC MP delivered a lecture to students at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro. He spoke about how developing nations can secure fair terms within the digital economy. The Prime Minister argued that small nations must participate in writing the rules for this digital age.
Prime Minister Philip Edward Davis has returned to The Bahamas after leading a delegation to the 28th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda. During the trip, he worked to deepen ties with Rwanda, Ghana, and Namibia. Upon returning to Nassau, the Prime Minister visited the Royal Bahamas Defence Force contingent that supported the security of the summit.
Human remains were discovered in the wreckage of a Piper PA-32 aircraft. The plane was flown by missing Bahamian pilot Clayton Patterson Smith. Minister of National Security Myles LaRoda confirmed the finding. The wreckage was located on Tuesday. The Commodore of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force was also involved in the reports.
Aviation experts are investigating a Learjet crash in Florida's Palm Beach County. The accident killed nine people, including tech businessman Adam Robinson and his wife Helen Sharp. Their two children, Emma and Charlie, also died in the event. The victims included friends Charmi Fehr and Anita Maria Cetina, as well as a nanny named Rachael Reed. Pilot Jeffrey Gregory and copilot Nathalia Filgueiras were among the deceased. Investigators are reviewing air traffic radio recordings to understand the cause.
A small Piper PA-32 aircraft disappeared while traveling from Exuma to Nassau. Thunderstorms were reported near Nassau around the time contact with the plane was lost. This event has led to questions about whether advanced weather and flight-tracking services could give pilots better information during rapid weather changes. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority is involved in the matter.
Nine people died when a private jet crashed into a residential neighborhood in Palm Beach County, Florida. The aircraft was a Learjet 60 that burst into a fireball upon impact. It had departed from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas. Its destination was North Eleuthera Airport in the Bahamas.
Bahamian entrepreneurs have received approval for a 427 million dollar investment. The project is backed by Raytheon Technologies, which includes Collins Aerospace and Pratt & Whitney. The venture aims to build a sensing network for aviation, climate, and meteorology. It will also cover 3D terrain, street mapping, and navigation. The goal is to create a system that exceeds those found in any other industrialised nation. The project will raise 300 million dollars for a government facing cash shortages.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Science and Technology, I. Chester Cooper, expressed deep sadness over the death of Jayden Ferguson. The deceased was a 15-year-old student in Grade 10. He attended Harbour Island All Age School.
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority released two safety recommendations to the Civil Aviation Authority Bahamas. These come during an investigation into a July 10 crash of a Cessna 402C near San Andros Airport. The accident resulted in the deaths of all 10 people on board. One recommendation asks for stronger regulatory oversight of aviation operators. The second recommendation calls for increased surveillance during specific periods.
Rick Fox, a former NBA star who entered politics, announced his intention to seek a leadership position within the Free National Movement. He made this declaration this afternoon during a Senate session. The announcement caused audible gasps among the other senators present. Fox did not specify which exact leadership role he is pursuing. Reports indicate that Pintard may remove Fox from the Senate to make room for Cartwright.
Government documents reviewed by NewsGate indicate the BACSWN weather project had support from two different administrations. The project and its fee model were supported under the FNM before the PLP government advanced them through a signed Heads of Agreement. A letter dated February 14, 2020, from then Tourism and Aviation Minister Dionisio D’Aguilar confirms the Cabinet considered the proposal.
King Charles visited the Bahamas and met with individuals recognized as community heroes at the Government House. The meeting took place at the official residence of the governor. The occasion highlighted the monarch’s engagement with local community leaders.
King Charles attended a youth rally in the Bahamas. His appearance marks 53 years since his historic visit to the islands.
Prime Minister Philip Davis held a meeting with representatives from the Rastafarian community in The Bahamas. He promised to move their concerns through the correct channels. The Prime Minister also stated he would raise these issues with the King through formal dialogue.
King Charles III visited Bonefish Pond National Park. During the visit, he walked along the park's boardwalk. He planted a silver buttonwood tree at the site. He also unveiled a plaque to commemorate his visit to the protected area. The trip allowed the British monarch to see one of the natural environments in The Bahamas.
Between October 1 and 22, 2026, Deportation and Removal Units sent 203 foreign nationals back to their home countries. The majority of those removed were Haitians, totaling 168 people, consisting of 130 males and 38 females. Ten Ecuadorians were also deported, including 3 males and 7 females. Additionally, 6 Americans were repatriated, comprising 1 male and 5 females.
Bob Coughlin is currently holding 124 acres of Crown Land on Sampson Cay in the Exumas. He intends to build a private home on the land and does not want neighbors on the Cay. He has begun constructing a large shanty home without the necessary approvals. This follows a failed attempt to construct an eco-friendly resort. Eric Carey now seeks an audience with the King regarding the matter.
Prime Minister Davis welcomed King Charles III back to The Bahamas. Davis noted that the King's previous visit occurred more than 50 years ago. At that time, the country was a newly independent nation. The Prime Minister expressed great pride in the monarch's return.
Ten foreign nationals were convicted of overstaying in Magistrate’s Court No. 4. The group consisted of nine Haitian males and one Jamaican male. All individuals pleaded guilty to the charges before Assistant Chief Magistrate Shaka Serville. One individual, Blikenton Certilus, received a fine of 5,000 dollars. If the payment is not made, he must serve eight months at the Bahamas Department of Immigration.
King Charles III arrived in The Bahamas today shortly after 4 p.m. He landed at Lynden Pindling International Airport for a royal visit. Several senior government officials were present to welcome the British monarch. Those in attendance included Governor General Dame Cynthia Pratt and Prime Minister Philip Davis. Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper also joined the welcoming group.
King Charles has arrived in the Bahamas for a royal visit.
Robert Dupuch-Carron stated that the aviation and weather project run by BACSWN is entirely privately financed. He appeared on a program called Beyond the Headlines to address funding claims. The founder denied that the company receives any money from the government. He described the notion of government funding as manifestly false. He also rejected other suggestions regarding the project.
Police on Eleuthera have started a death investigation after a juvenile male's body washed ashore on Harbour Island on Tuesday morning. The discovery occurred shortly after 7:00 a.m. on October 27. Two concerned individuals alerted patrolling officers to the scene. The event follows the disappearance of 15-year-old Jayden Ferguson two days prior. He had gone missing while swimming in rough seas.
Bahamian fashion designer Cedric Bernard Johnson has died. He was known for creating gowns for major events and designing attire for a wedding and funeral of a king. His death impacted the local fashion community, where he was remembered as a visionary.
The proposed aviation charge in the Bahamas is often quoted as $775 per flight. Official design documents show that the Bahamas Airports and Seaplane Workers Network (BACSWN) would only receive a fraction of that amount. In May 2025, authorities released an estimate indicating that $550 of each flight’s charge would represent a net benefit to the organization. The remaining portion of the $775 fee would be allocated to other government or airport‑related expenses.
Deputy Prime Minister I. Chester Cooper will donate his annual parliamentary salary to the BEST Foundation. The amount totals $28,000. This money will support scholarships and educational programs. The funding targets students from Ragged Island and Exuma, as well as other areas.
A pointed question is circulating in Nassau about Trans-Island Air: does Paul Aranha actually hold a valid operating certificate for the airline? The pilot is remembered locally for ferrying FNM candidates around the islands during the general elections, which keeps him in political conversations. According to the report, he is now working closely with Dioniso D'Aguilar and is trying, in another role, to get something off the ground with businessman Bob Coughlin. Coughlin's own record clouds the venture for critics, having accumulated 124 acres of crown land in deals that the outlet Bahamas Press later exposed. The pairing has prompted observers to ask what vetting, if any, has gone into the new arrangement. The certificate question is the sharpest part, since an airline without current paperwork cannot legally fly fare paying passengers. The report offers no confirmation either way, leaving the regulator's response as the next thing to watch.
Nine foreign nationals pleaded guilty to immigration charges in Magistrate’s Court No. 10. The group appeared before Senior Magistrate Kendra Kelly-Burrows. The convicted individuals include one Jamaican woman and eight Haitian nationals. Among the Haitians are six men and two women. Six Haitians and one other person were convicted of overstaying.
Tristin Smith died in a traffic accident in Congo Town, South Andros, on Thursday, October 22, 2026. Smith was from the community of The Bluff South. He lost control of the vehicle he was driving during the incident. The driver was ejected from the car. He suffered multiple fractures as a result of the crash.
Private individuals in the Bahamas cannot reject development projects. The Department of Environmental Planning and Protection has signed off on the Rosewood Development at Sampson Cay in Exuma. This situation is framed as a conflict involving Bob Coughlin, Eric Carey, and Dianne Phillips Joseph Darville.
Courts are investigating alleged thefts at the Bahamas Islands Co-Operative Credit Union. A former accounts clerk is accused of stealing more than $1.2 million. The individual had served at the institution for 16 years. The alleged thefts took place over a 10-year period.
Prime Minister Philip Davis announced a comprehensive review of the Hawksbill Creek Agreement. This review aims to change the legal framework governing Grand Bahama. The Prime Minister spoke during an event at the Grand Bahama Shipyard. He stated that he intends to end the status quo through these reforms.
