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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 — Thursday, January 8th, 2026
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OUR NEWS — Wednesday, January 7th, 2026 | Tonight on Our News, the country’s political landscape shifts as a new boundaries report proposes two additional seats for the upcoming election, drawing both praise and sharp criticism from party leaders. A prominent former MP officially enters the race for his old seat, while a somber community mourns after a devastating traffic fatality in Eleuthera. Plus, we explore the latest hurdles facing the Grand Lucayan Resort sale and highlight a major tourism boost for Grand Bahama as a massive cruise ship makes its inaugural call. Don't miss these top stories and more—watch now to stay informed on the news affecting you.
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OUR NEWS — Tuesday, January 6th, 2026 | Tonight on Our News, education officials turn to retired teachers to bridge critical gaps in public schools as police prepare charges in the case of the infant found abandoned in a vehicle. We take an inside look at how new transcription technology is set to revolutionize the Bahamian court system and examine the regional security concerns sparked by the stunning capture of Nicolas Maduro. Our team also visits Grand Bahama to investigate the rent crisis facing vendors at Port Lucaya and joins the Royal Bahamas Police Force for their annual charge to create a safer nation. Stick around for the latest in Bahamian sports and your complete extended forecast to see how long these pleasant temperatures will last.
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OUR NEWS — Monday, January 5th, 2026 | Tonight on Our News, a grieving family demands answers following the tragic death of a young mother at Princess Margaret Hospital, while police investigate the sudden and separate deaths of two children that have gripped the community. We dive into the regional fallout and questions of sovereignty following the capture of Nicolas Maduro, alongside a look at how new technology is finally ending the long wait for court transcripts. The broadcast also features a historic baseball milestone for the Queen’s College Comets and a look back at the star-studded New Year’s festivities at Baha Mar. Stick around for your full extended forecast to see if these quiet weather conditions will hold for the rest of the week.
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OUR NEWS — Sunday, January 4th, 2026 | Tonight on Our News Weekend, we examine the regional shockwaves following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by US forces and its immediate impact on Caribbean travel and security. Our team is also following two heartbreaking investigations into the sudden deaths of young children in Nassau and Eleuthera that have left communities searching for answers. Ambassador-at-Large Rick Fox issues a stern New Year’s challenge for political transparency, while loved ones gather for a moving candlelight vigil to honor a young athlete lost in a holiday jet ski tragedy. Stay tuned for the latest highlights from the National High School Baseball Championships and your full extended forecast as we head into the first work week of 2026.
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OUR NEWS — Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 | Tonight on Our News Weekend, we bring you the latest on a stunning US military operation in the region that has led to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, sparking immediate reactions across the Caribbean. We take you inside a touching candlelight vigil for a young Bahamian athlete and look at the critical new push to protect the nation's most vulnerable citizens through a national registration drive. Plus, we check in on ongoing relief efforts for our neighbors in Jamaica and go behind the scenes of a star-studded New Year’s celebration at Atlantis featuring a massive surprise guest. Stick around for highlights from the inaugural National High School Baseball Championships and your full weekend weather forecast as we head into the first week of 2026.
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OUR NEWS — Friday, January 2nd, 2026 | Tonight on Our News, the celebration is in full swing for One Family as they secure back-to-back Junkanoo victories, while the Colors group claims their own major win to kick off 2026. We investigate a $30,000 legal payout awarded to two brothers for unlawful arrest and bring you updates on a serious criminal matter involving an American teenager on a cruise. Opposition Leader Michael Pintard weighs in on the rising cost of living and the path forward for the nation, alongside a historic breakthrough for Bahamian baseball on the global stage. Stay tuned for these stories, a look at your 2026 New Year's resolutions, and your complete weekend weather forecast to see if the cool temperatures will stick around.
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OUR NEWS — Thursday, January 1st, 2026 | Tonight on Our News, the unofficial results for the 2026 New Year's Day Junkanoo Parade are in, revealing which groups dominated Bay Street to ring in the new year. We investigate a major counterfeit cash bust and an airport seizure while providing updates on the Bahamas Union of Teachers’ return to the negotiation table. Our team also explores the economic impact of Carnival Celebration Key on Grand Bahama and previews the highly anticipated National High School Baseball Championships. Stay tuned for expert advice on sticking to your 2026 fitness goals and your full extended forecast as cool temperatures remain in the air.
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OUR NEWS — Wednesday, December 31st, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, the "War for Bay Street" officially kicks off as legendary Junkanoo groups like the Saxons and Valley Boys prepare for a massive New Year's Day comeback following a controversial holiday finish. We reveal the grand prize winner of the Ultimate Giveaway’s brand-new SUV and look into the sudden, unexpected resignation of a prominent Bahamian diplomat that has left many seeking answers. The broadcast also features a special tribute to a former Member of Parliament and physician who passed away, along with late-game heroics from Bahamian NBA sensation VJ Edgecombe. Stick around for your complete New Year’s forecast to see just how low temperatures will drop as we ring in 2026.
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OUR NEWS — Tuesday, December 30th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, we bring you the incredible story of a newborn baby found alive in the trunk of a car in Pinewood Gardens and a chilling home invasion where a resident was tied up by a masked intruder. We investigate a viral hit-and-run video involving a government vehicle and address growing frustrations over the management and flow of the Boxing Day Junkanoo parade. Our team also previews the historic launch of the first National High School Baseball Championships and provides your extended holiday forecast for a cool New Year’s Day. Don't miss these updates and the announcement of our ultimate giveaway winner as we wrap up the year in news.
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OUR NEWS — Monday, December 29th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, the local baseball community is in mourning following the tragic loss of a rising star on Boxing Day, while a suspicious fire near a local high school raises serious safety concerns in the Oakes Field area. We investigate the viral images of a Junkanoo legend being led away in handcuffs on Bay Street and provide details on a sobering warning regarding the future of Bahamian travel to the United States. Plus, we look at a historic new appointment to the Supreme Court bench and a heartwarming community effort to bring comfort to families in Grand Bahama. Stay tuned for these stories, a special tribute to a cherished journalist, and your complete New Year’s forecast as cool temperatures settle in across the islands.
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OUR NEWS — Sunday, December 28th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News Weekend, the Valley Boys are officially declaring a "war on Bay Street" as they look to reclaim the top spot following a historic upset during the Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade. We highlight a massive community effort bringing holiday joy to hundreds of children in Nassau Village and share details on a $5 million partnership set to transform the Pinewood constituency with state-of-the-art facilities. Plus, tourism officials celebrate a strong year-end finish with record-breaking momentum, and we honor the distinguished Bahamians recently recognized with the King's Birthday Honors. From the latest hoops action to your final weather forecast for 2025, stay tuned to catch up on everything happening across the islands.
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OUR NEWS — Saturday, December 27th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News Weekend, witness history on Bay Street as a legendary winning streak is finally broken in a hard-fought victory at the 2025 Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade. We investigate a series of holiday tragedies following a fatal jet ski incident and deadly industrial accidents, while health experts issue a sobering warning about rising adult health issues in children. From a high-stakes dough-slapping showdown in the kitchen to a major baseball showcase featuring Bahamian talent in the majors, we have your holiday weekend covered. Stay tuned for the full report and your extended New Year’s forecast to see how long these cool temperatures are expected to last.
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OUR NEWS — Friday, December 26th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, the unofficial results of the Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade are in, revealing a major upset that ended a legendary winning streak following a historic and controversial night on Bay Street. The Police Commissioner breaks her silence regarding the investigation into a recent death in police custody, while a community mourns the tragic loss of a former political candidate gunned down over the holidays. We also highlight the spirit of giving with reports on major donations for local children and a popular bishop’s mission to feed hundreds, plus we provide your extended forecast as we head into the final weekend of 2025. Stay tuned to catch up on the latest headlines and sports updates shaping the end of the year in The Bahamas.
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OUR NEWS — Thursday, December 25th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, we begin with a somber Christmas in the capital as police investigate a holiday shooting in Yellow Elder that has left one man dead. As the countdown to Boxing Day begins, we explore the major changes coming to the Junkanoo parade under new management and look at a heartwarming mission to provide the gift of mobility to residents on Grand Bahama. We also take you inside the cinematic creativity of the Atlantis annual Christmas tree competition and catch up with Bahamian basketball stars making a major impact on the international stage. Finally, we reveal the lucky winner of a holiday giveaway and provide your complete forecast for the long festive weekend.
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OUR NEWS — Wednesday, December 24th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, we celebrate "Christmas in Paradise" as record-breaking tourism arrivals and a last-minute shopping frenzy take hold across the capital just hours before the holiday. We dive into the latest economic figures revealing a significant drop in exports and provide the details on a massive $18.4 million drug bust involving Bahamians near Cuba. Plus, police are laying down the law with a "zero tolerance" security plan for the upcoming Junkanoo parades, and we look at a major leadership transition coming to one of the country's premier healthcare systems. From community turkey giveaways in Grand Bahama to the final countdown for our ultimate car giveaway, catch up on all the headlines shaping this Christmas Eve.
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OUR NEWS — Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, Grand Lucayan workers receive much-needed Christmas relief after weeks of pay delays, while the government signals a potential review of controversial cruising fee hikes following heavy industry backlash. We examine the growing calls for transparency after a 35-year-old suspect died in police custody, an incident that officials reveal was captured on camera. Plus, three pre-teens face court for a series of souvenir thefts, and we outline the strict "zero tolerance" security measures being implemented to keep Junkanoo fans safe this holiday season. From iconic brands returning to Bay Street to historic milestones on the international sailing stage, catch up on all the latest headlines shaping The Bahamas.
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OUR NEWS — Monday, December 22nd, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, a community is left reeling after a former political candidate is gunned down near Fort Charlotte, prompting emotional pleas for an end to violence just days before Christmas. We bring you the latest on a controversial death in police custody caught on camera and the court appearance of a social media personality facing intentional libel charges,. Tensions rise within the region as Caribbean leaders demand answers regarding sudden US entry restrictions, while three men are charged in a high-value theft at a major local resort. Finally, we detail the multi-million dollar restoration mission for the Defense Force fleet and preview a star-studded New Year’s Eve performance by a global dancehall icon.
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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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