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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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OUR NEWS — Monday, December 1st, 2025 | Tonight, unrest reaches a breaking point at BTVI as fed-up staff staged another sit-out, demanding the immediate removal of the outgoing President over claims of broken promises and a hostile environment. This tension echoes throughout the public service, where the Teachers Union has overwhelmingly voted to take industrial action following disappointment with recent government pay adjustments. We also cover the tragic early morning rollover crash on Harrold Road that claimed the life of a young man, the son of a senior police officer. Plus, get the final update on Junkanoo as all groups, including both factions of the Valley Boys, receive seed funding for the Boxing Day and New Year’s parades, and find out how health officials marked World AIDS Day by highlighting progress in testing and the ongoing fight against stigma.
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OUR NEWS — Sunday, November 30th, 2025 | Tonight, police are questioning four individuals following the fatal shooting of an 18-year-old man, as officers also detail a dramatic high-speed chase and shooting incident that left one suspect hospitalized. Meanwhile, the Bahamas Union of Teachers may be heading for industrial action after an internal poll overwhelmingly backed a strike vote regarding outstanding union matters. We bring you health warnings as doctors stress the urgency of annual checkups to catch silent killers like hypertension and address rising dehydration caused by persistent heat. Plus, get the full recap of the festive 2025 Jollification Festival and an update on the 40th anniversary efforts of the National HIV AIDS Center as World AIDS Day approaches.
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OUR NEWS — Saturday, November 29th, 2025 | Tonight, we dive deep into the Golden Isles bi-election results, with a full analysis revealing what analysts are calling political warning signs and a far deeper story about voter fatigue despite the PLP victory, as one former leader called the win an "illusion". Catch the details on payouts for former Silver Airways Bahamian employees, as the Director of Aviation provides an update on outstanding settlements. Get ready for the official start of Junkanoo season, which kicks off with a practice rush downtown and the solidified order of entry for A category groups. Plus, a BPL employee is being hailed as a hero after her quick thinking saved a co-worker’s life during a medical emergency.
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Tonight on Our News, the new National Hospital project is finally moving forward, with the Health Minister revealing that a heads of agreement is expected to be signed next week, following months of setbacks. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Philip Davis addresses criticism over the low voter turnout in the Golden Isles by-election, pushing back against claims that the opposition's combined votes outnumbered the PLP’s total. A disturbing voice recording has sparked an investigation into alleged mistreatment at Princess Margaret Hospital after a sickle cell patient’s family claimed she was neglected overnight. Plus, learn what local physicians are saying about the growing use of trendy weight loss injections like Ozempic and Mounjaro, and catch the details on the massive Black Friday shopping rush across New Providence.
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OUR NEWS — Thursday, November 27th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News: The years-long legal saga over Baha Mar's construction has finally ended with a comprehensive settlement between China Construction America and BML Properties, resolving all claims in both the Bahamas and the US. Aviation officials reveal details of the largest infrastructural investment in Family Island aviation history, with a price tag over half a billion dollars and exciting updates on the Grand Bahama International Airport overhaul. Also, we bring you the story of how dozens of citizens and organizations gave back this Thanksgiving, feeding thousands across the country during a massive day of service. Plus, see how 68 young people from five islands are officially ready to serve after graduating from the National Youth Guard Cohort 5, having already answered the call during Hurricane Melissa.
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OUR NEWS — Wednesday, November 26th, 2025 | Tonight, find out why public service workers are threatening strike action after weeks of protests, as their union leader slams recent salary payments as mere "crumbs" and launches a critical poll to determine the way forward. We also break down the official Golden Isles bi-election numbers, revealing a remarkably low voter turnout, while new MP Darren Pickstock faces immediate expectations from constituents. Plus, catch the details on a major overhaul to Junkanoo rules that ends automatic disqualification for groups, and see how the inaugural arrival of Porter Airlines provides a significant boost to New Providence tourism.
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OUR NEWS — Tuesday, November 25th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, the Golden Isles by-election results are in, with newly elected PLP MP Darren Pickstock already looking ahead to another victory in 2026, while defeated FNM candidate Brian Brown vows to forge ahead and continue his community work. Prime Minister Philip Davis hints at a possible early general election, telling supporters "It ain't long now" during celebration of the Golden Isles win. Also tonight, the Royal Bahamas Defense Force has arrived in storm-ravaged Jamaica, delivering a ship packed with critical hurricane relief supplies and life-saving equipment. Finally, we bring you details on the 40th anniversary celebration of the National HIV AIDS Center, highlighting decades of progress in testing, treatment, and education, plus a look at the Bahamas' bid for the 2027 FIBA World Cup as the senior men's national team prepares for qualifiers.
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OUR NEWS — Sunday, November 23rd, 2025 | Tonight, the race to the Golden Isles finish line is dominating the news as nearly 8,000 registered voters prepare to head to the polls; we break down how the absence of the popular incumbent and concerns over low turnout have made this once-safe seat highly competitive. We also have coverage of the final campaign efforts, including the Coalition of Independents' Blackout Rally, where their party leader addressed the ongoing passport controversy. Police are urgently asking the public to assist in locating Michael Thompson, an escapee who fled lawful custody from the Nassau Street Police Station. Plus, find out why industry leaders are calling for sweeping legislative reform in the private security sector, demanding modern standards and stronger defense tools for officers amid rising on-the-job threats.
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OUR NEWS — Saturday, November 22nd, 2025 | Tonight, the Golden Isles bi-election is heating up as former PM Hubert "Papa" Ingram steps back into the political fray, addressing claims of a compromised advanced poll and endorsing the FNM candidate amidst controversy. Police are urgently seeking the driver who fled the scene of a fatal hit-and-run on Robinson Road after a male pedestrian was struck by two vehicles, while the OPM strongly denies the opposition's passport allegations, clarifying the matter involved a cash seizure in Haiti. We also have the emotional follow-up from Arawak Cay, where the owner of Goldie's Conch House and his dedicated employees are vowing to stick together and rebuild after the massive fire. Plus, catch the details on the RBDF's deployment of relief aid to storm-ravaged Jamaica, and hear the key advice from celebrity speakers at the empowering 2025 Inspire Her Conference.
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OUR NEWS — Friday, November 21st, 2025 | Tonight on Our News: National Security Minister Wayne Monroe strongly rejects unsubstantiated allegations concerning a bag of passports found on a Bahamas Air flight to Haiti, insisting the investigation was strictly about cash seizure despite claims from a former employee. This comes as the PLP candidate for Golden Isles, Darren Pixtock, delivers an impassioned final plea to constituents ahead of Monday's by-election, promising to run on his own record and remain present if elected. We also bring you the painful details of a morning crash in Abaco that tragically claimed the lives of a teacher and a teenage student. Plus, see how the redevelopment of the former Sandals resort in Exuma into the new Beaches resort has secured a $120 million agreement, projected to create over 1,500 jobs. Finally, stay tuned for the shocking details as a mother and daughter are found guilty of attempted murder after encouraging a gunman to open fire on their tenants in a dispute.
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