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’Our News,’ your daily one-hour passport to the latest updates and happenings. From breaking news to in-depth features, join us as we navigate through the headlines, providing you with a comprehensive view of the day’s events. Stay informed, stay connected – ’Our News’ is your trusted source for the pulse of The Bahamas, delivered every day. Visit https://www.ournews.bs for more Bahamas news any time.
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OUR NEWS — Sunday, December 21st, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, medical experts are issuing a critical holiday health warning as lifestyle-driven illnesses like diabetes increasingly impact younger Bahamians, while the Ministry of Foreign Affairs releases an urgent travel advisory regarding a mosquito-borne virus outbreak in Cuba. We provide a first look at the upcoming expansion plans for LPIA designed to handle record-breaking passenger traffic and celebrate with the Grand Bahama students who just secured a major national victory in music. Plus, join us for scenes of holiday magic from the annual Christmas extravaganza in Exuma and see how cultural traditions are being kept alive through a unique Junkanoo rush-out behind prison walls. Finally, we take you inside one of Nassau’s most historic estates for a glimpse into the future of a premier local distillery as it marks over a decade of handcrafting Bahamian spirits.
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OUR NEWS — Saturday, December 20th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, The Bahamas takes a historic seat at the regional table for housing as officials address mounting questions surrounding the Carmichael Village development. We share the emotional story of a local artist seeking community support for a mystery health battle and look at a major push in Parliament to prioritize new women’s healthcare recommendations. Plus, get into the festive spirit with highlights from the Royal Bahamas Police Force’s annual Beat Retreat and see which school took home top honors at the National Arts Festival. Finally, we preview an international business school launch and the high-energy return of holiday high school basketball.
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OUR NEWS — Friday, December 19th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, a heartbroken mother is demanding answers after her son died in police custody, raising serious questions about the official version of events. We also investigate a mysterious death on Pine Barren Road where a man's injuries were inconsistent with a car crash, along with the arrest of two cruise passengers on sexual assault charges. In a historic international move, The Bahamas has forged diplomatic ties with the Republic of Kosovo to strengthen trade and tourism cooperation. Plus, with the countdown to Boxing Day on, we take you inside the Junkanoo shacks for a sneak peek at what the Shell Saxons Superstars and the Valley Boys are bringing to Bay Street.
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Our News— Thursday, December 18th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, an internal investigation is underway after a 35-year-old suspect died while in police custody, sparking questions about the circumstances leading up to the incident. We also bring you the latest on a high-profile BPL fraud trial that has been revived by the Court of Appeal and hear from frustrated marina executives who warn that increased fees and red tape are driving tourism away to other Caribbean ports. Plus, we have updates on the delayed court proceedings for two brothers charged in their father's death, and we take you back to Pompei Square as the holiday spirit takes over downtown Nassau with our ultimate car giveaway.
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OUR NEWS — Wednesday, December 17th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, a 15-year-old boy is facing a murder charge in connection with the death of a classmate, appearing in Magistrate's Court while police investigate a mystery death where a 46-year-old man was found in a truck with injuries inconsistent with a traffic accident. We have details on a Supreme Court judge's decision to acquit two men in a double murder trial, citing prosecutorial complacency for the case's collapse. Plus, downtown Nassau is buzzing with "Christmas in Pompey," as one local business blends sweets, native food, and live culture to bring life back to Bay Street. Also, the Office of the Prime Minister is issuing a clear warning about political conduct on social media as election season heats up, stressing that freedom of expression is not a shield from consequences.
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OUR NEWS — Tuesday, December 16th, 2025 | Tonight, a potential crisis brews in healthcare as physicians providing services under the National Health Insurance program sound the alarm, claiming delayed government payments are putting subsidized care for 150,000 Bahamians at risk, with the Ministry of Health acknowledging the payment delays. Meanwhile, the world-famous Valley Boys Junkanoo Group is setting the record straight regarding their ongoing legal status and name just ten days before the Boxing Day parade, breaking down a recent Supreme Court interim ruling. Frustrated Bridge Authority workers are taking their contract disputes to the streets near the Paradise Island Bridge. Plus, as holiday spending heats up, police are issuing urgent warnings about new financial scams and counterfeit cash, and we take you inside the highly anticipated African Christmas tree competition among the Rolle Sisters.
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OUR NEWS — Monday, December 15th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, tensions escalate at BTC as two unions representing management and line staff stage a public demonstration over alleged unsafe working conditions and unjust terminations. In a groundbreaking development for Bahamian tourism, Royal Caribbean International unveils its Royal Beach Club, a $200 million project where Bahamians own nearly half for the first time in a major development of this scale. Meanwhile, a Belgian businessman is facing fraud charges after allegedly collecting over half a million dollars from five victims in an immigration scheme. Plus, the controversy surrounding the Valley Boys Junkanoo Group continues, as their attorney disputes claims that they agreed to change their name ahead of the parades. Finally, we head to Grand Bahama where employees at the government-owned Grand Lucayan Resort are speaking out after going two weeks without pay.
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OUR NEWS — Sunday, December 14th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News Weekend, nearly a decade after its passage, good governance advocates are questioning why the Freedom of Information Act is still not fully enacted, warning that the delay is breeding public skepticism and mistrust. Meanwhile, police are issuing urgent warnings to business owners to tighten security this holiday season, noting that small security gaps and simple oversights can lead to serious consequences during the rush. We also bring you details on a late-night stabbing that left one man in critical condition and a violent search warrant operation in Grand Bahama where a man allegedly rammed a marked police vehicle, injuring two officers. Plus, get a taste of some local tradition as we take you inside Marco's Pizza annual dough slapping contest.
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OUR NEWS — Saturday, December 13th, 2025 | Tonight, we bring you a VIP preview of Royal Caribbean's new Royal Beach Club on Paradise Island, set to open in days and already creating opportunities for more than 500 Bahamians. A former deputy prime minister and immigration minister is shedding light on the shanty town crisis, arguing that a lack of affordable housing is at the heart of the issue. As the holiday rush spikes traffic, police are urging drivers to watch the road, not their phones, to avoid crashes and encourage patience and courtesy. Plus, get the latest on the ongoing controversy surrounding the 'Valley Boys' Junkanoo group after a court order and subsequent response from the National Junkanoo Committee.
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OUR NEWS — Friday, December 12th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, police launch an islandwide manhunt after an inmate escaped custody for the second time this year from Princess Margaret Hospital early this morning. Find out how Bahamas Power and Light is responding to power issues in Abaco by launching two new WhatsApp communication channels to give Family Island customers real-time updates and restoration information. Plus, a 30-year-old inmate is recovering in hospital after being attacked by fellow prisoners inside the Department of Corrections facility. We have details on the arrest of a 20-year-old man charged in a deadly summer triple shooting outside the Twin Brothers restaurant, and police are issuing a critical safety alert for the holiday rush, warning citizens about increased crime opportunities and scammers.
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OUR NEWS — Thursday, December 10th, 2025 | Tonight, the Attorney General strongly defended the controversial Smuggling of Migrants Bill in the Senate, slamming critics even as the FNM opposition vowed to repeal the legislation if elected. Meanwhile, residents in Abaco say they are fed up after enduring days of hours-long power outages, despite officials claiming full power restoration to the majority of the island. Our News breaks down the extraordinary 20-year journey of the Baha Mar Resort, from its initial grand vision to its ultimate collapse and recent US court-approved settlement. Plus, get the details on a new multi-million dollar solar energy deal to bring reliable power to several Family Islands, and the dramatic capture in Florida of a Bahamian man who escaped police custody in 2020.
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OUR NEWS — Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, political pushback intensifies over the newly passed Smuggling of Migrants Bill as the Coalition of Independents stages another protest and FNM Leader Michael Pintard vows to repeal the legislation if elected. In the courts, popular social media creator Elias Fritz is granted bail on charges of attempted murder and illegal possession of firearms, though he must wear an ankle bracelet and adhere to a strict curfew. Plus, police are following significant leads in a deadly hit-and-run investigation on East Street, and we bring you encouraging news from Grand Bahama as straw vendors report a surge in sales due to increased tourist traffic.
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OUR NEWS — Tuesday, December 9th, 2025 | Tonight, a former deputy prime minister weighs in on the controversial Smuggling of Migrants Bill that recently cleared the lower chamber, questioning why existing laws aren't being enforced and why the bill is being rushed through. Meanwhile, a local organization confirms the Bahamas has made anti-corruption progress but warns that more work is still needed as they launch Integrity Week. Also, vendors at Fort Charlotte are frustrated and fed up after a series of alleged break-ins have cost them thousands of dollars in stolen merchandise. Plus, get the details on Herschel Walker officially taking his new post as the US Ambassador to The Bahamas, and hear the latest on online ticket sales for the Junkanoo parades after an app issue was resolved.
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OUR NEWS — Monday, December 8th, 2025 | Tonight, lawmakers debate the controversial smuggling of migrants bill, which the government says will strengthen border security and impose tougher penalties, even as critics push back on several provisions, including one that was removed following protest. Police are investigating a shocking discovery on Gladstone Road after a motorist spotted a man's lifeless body just feet away from the roadway this morning, with officers suspecting foul play. Find out what went wrong with the initial online ticket sales for the Junkanoo parades after users were locked out of the event app, and hear how the issue was quickly resolved. Plus, the Court of Appeal backs a Supreme Court decision to deny bail to an Aliv technician accused in a revenge murder case, and Baha Mar is gearing up for a festive December with a full month of music and entertainment at its Jazz Club.
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OUR NEWS — Sunday, December 7th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, the "Nervous Saturday" tradition is complete as Junkanoo groups solidify their entry order for the highly anticipated Boxing Day and New Year’s Day parades, with leaders already talking a big game about taking the championship. We take you through the new, fully digital ticketing process for the parades, which includes enhanced security features and GPS guidance to your exact seat, as thousands prepare for tickets to go live Monday. Our team also visits Jamaica to bring you first-hand accounts of survival and recovery weeks after Hurricane Melissa tore across the island, causing widespread devastation. Plus, police in Grand Bahama are handing out "safe driving awards" instead of tickets as part of a holiday initiative to encourage road safety. Finally, see the stunning transformation of New Providence into a "winter wonderland" as the mastermind behind the decorations reveals his process, including the 53,000 LED bulbs suspended over one park's walkways.
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OUR NEWS — Saturday, December 6th, 2025 | Tonight, police have launched a massive manhunt for two men who escaped lawful custody from the Grove Police Station and the Fox Hill Police Station in separate incidents today. Meanwhile, the countdown to Junkanoo is officially on as Aliv is announced as the title sponsor for the next four years, bringing more than 3,000 new tickets and GPS-guided seating to make the experience fairer and more accessible. We also bring you the results of "Nervous Saturday" as the A-group order of entry was set for the upcoming Boxing Day and New Year’s Day parades. Plus, hear from the Minister of Works on the timeline for completing the frustrating road repairs on Joe Farrington Road and the extensive road paving investments underway throughout the Family Islands.
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OUR NEWS — Friday, December 5th, 2025 | Tonight, get the details on major labor reform coming to the Bahamas as the government moves to draft a brand new Employment Act and Industrial Relations Act, which will introduce mental health leave and paternity leave at a national level. We also report on a major prison bail scam after two accused violent offenders were charged with running a fake official operation using illegally obtained cell phones to try and secure their release. Plus, a cruise passenger faces a large fine or prison time after security found a gun and ammunition in her bag at Nassau Cruiseport. We cover the latest developments in tourism, including the highest-ever Canadian airlift for the winter season, and look ahead to the new 350-room resort planned for the former Melia site by Baha Mar.
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OUR NEWS — Thursday, December 4th, 2025 | Tonight, police are investigating a heartbreaking discovery in Westridge after a man was found dead inside his home in what officers believe may be a suicide, raising fresh concerns about mental health challenges. As the country grapples with illegal migration, the Defense Force reveals a staggering figure: over 11,000 migrants have been intercepted in Bahamian waters in the past five years. Get the details on a controversial new land deal intended for Baha Mar expansion, where a former Prime Minister claims the $1.6 million price tag is far less than the land is worth. Plus, the country’s land surveyors are sounding the alarm that non-Bahamians are quietly absorbing public pathways and shorelines into private property. We also bring you major ticketing news for the Junkanoo parades, where officials are releasing over 8,000 seats per parade in an effort to curb frustration and boost accessibility.
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OUR NEWS | Mother Seeks Justice After Daughter's School Attack — Wednesday, December 3RD, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, Golden Isles MP Darren Pickstock takes his seat in Parliament and addresses concerns about low voter turnout after securing his win in the recent bi-election. We bring you the red carpet welcome for newly appointed US Ambassador designate Hershel Walker, marking a major diplomatic milestone as he assumes a post vacant for over a decade. Also, police are probing a deadly attack in Gambier Village after a man was discovered with lacerations to his upper body, with detectives now questioning one person. Plus, hear the environment minister detail the extensive reef damage caused by the Brooklyn Bridge barge grounding off North Abaco, and get the latest updates on the controversy surrounding the Rosewood Exuma development after documents reveal foreign permit details.
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OUR NEWS — Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025 | Tonight, a major legal chapter in the Baha Mar story is officially closing after a US bankruptcy court approved a comprehensive settlement between CCA and BML Properties, resolving the decade-long case. Meanwhile, tensions escalate at BTVI as the board pushes back hard against staff demands for the president’s immediate removal, clarifying where the authority for employee benefits actually lies. We also report on a second deadly car crash in New Providence in less than 12 hours, and a shocking discovery on Long Island after decomposed human remains were found near the airport, raising fears among residents. Plus, the World Famous Valley Boys are demanding the Junkanoo Committee stop altering their name in the latest development of the public group split.
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