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What Da Wybe Is? This week, we examine Bahamian time and why it may not be the flaw it’s often made out to be.
“Bahamian time” gets misunderstood. It’s often used as shorthand for lateness, a known joke when meetings start behind schedule or plans shift without explanation. From the outside, it’s framed as inefficiency. A lack of discipline. A cultural habit in need of correction. But that reading flattens something far more complex.
In The Bahamas, time doesn’t just move, it listens.
Bahamian time is shaped by heat that slows the body, by oceans that recalibrate urgency, and by communities where relationships matter as much as results. Life unfolds in layers here. Conversations stretch because they mean something. Mornings begin gently. Afternoons bend around weather, people, and mood. Nothing is rushed without reason.
Yes, things can start later than planned. But people arrive with intention. Bahamian time isn’t about avoiding responsibility; it’s about refusing to treat speed as a virtue on its own. It prioritizes presence over performance. Connection over constant motion. It understands that being fully there can matter more than being exactly on time.
In a place where everyone knows someone who knows you, time becomes relational. You wait because someone is finishing a story. You pause because a moment deserves respect. You adapt because unpredictability isn’t an inconvenience; it’s part of living here.
Bahamian time also holds balance. Work gets done. Ambition exists. Deadlines matter. But not at the expense of spirit. Not without room for laughter, rest, or breath.
In a world obsessed with speed, where worth is measured in productivity, Bahamian time offers a quiet challenge. A reminder that life isn’t meant to be rushed through, but lived within.
Bahamian time isn’t lateness. It’s intention. It’s rhythm. It’s layered.
And maybe it’s wisdom the rest of the world is still learning.
One of the taglines for this movie: Can you Keep A Secret? A struggling young woman trying to escape her violent past accepts a job as a live-in housekeeper for a wealthy family. What starts as a dream job descends into a dangerous nightmare that involves shifting power dynamics and scandalous secrets with shocking twists both trashy and soul crushing.
The Housemaid feels like an old school erotic psychological thriller given modern flair as it seduces audiences with strategic titillation and a slightly telegraphed reveal as it ends with a blatant tease of more to come. Paul Feig reminds us that he is not just a great comedy director but also knows his way around a thriller in a way that may not be as noteworthy as his comedic work, but gets the job done. Rebecca Sonnenshine does a good job adapting the source material by Freida McFadden with the right amount of character development in the script to keep the twist believable in the framework of the story. The cast does a solid job of keeping the pace of the tale flowing so you feel the right thing for the right person and don't feel cheated when new information is introduced that makes you see certain characters in a different light. It looks like this movie may signal the return of a genre to the big screen that had been relegated to Lifetime movies on the small screen. I guess with the star power of Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried behind it, even a mediocre entry can hold an audience's attention. We will see if the Housemaid's Secret and the Housemaid Is Watching will also get adapted in the future. I rate this movie a rating of 3 out of 5.
3 out of 5
4K Bar & Lounge may not be a hidden gem anymore (it’s been open for almost a year) but to me, it’s still more precious than diamonds. Why? Because the food is consistently bussin, every single time.
Conveniently located just steps away from Kelly’s Freeport Ltd in downtown Freeport, 14K is one of those spots that fits seamlessly into your day. Running errands? Stop in. Need a quick but satisfying lunch? Easy. Looking to unwind after work? They’ve got you covered.
One thing about me, I love a small, precise menu and 14K gets it right. I’ve nearly worked my way through the entire lineup: the juicy burger, almost every wing flavor, chicken in da bag, shrimp, fish fingers and my absolute favorite, the club sandwich with fries (which is done right every time.) I still haven’t tried the nachos, but every time they pass me coming out of the kitchen, they test my self-control in the best way.
Let’s talk drinks and vibes. Happy hour runs daily from 5–7 PM, with weekly specials like $1 Wing Thursdays, and some of the best house shots I’ve had anywhere in Freeport. On Fridays, a DJ usually sets the tone, making it the perfect place to decompress, and shake off the stress of the work week.
What keeps me coming back is the feeling. 14K Bar & Lounge is comfortable, familiar, and welcoming. The best way to describe it would be an easy escape paired with great food, solid drinks, and good energy.
So if you’re putting your list of must-eat spots in Freeport, do yourself a favor and put 14K Bar & Lounge in your weekly rotation. Trust me, it’s worth its weight in gold.
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It’s official: Goombay Punch has successfully turned a soda can into the ultimate Bahamian accessory, perfectly capturing the intersection of nostalgia and modern local pride. Since the launch on January 21, these cans have become much more than a drink; they are a digital flex for Gen Z and a visual staple of the "242 vibe" currently dominating social media. By focusing on the E-Class boats often seen as the gateway for younger skippers, Caribbean Bottling Company has created a collector’s item that celebrates both the craftsmanship of the sport and the energy of a new generation of sailors. he 2026 Lineup
If you’re hunting for the full set, here are the six sloops currently gracing the cans, representing islands across our archipelago:
Captain Peg - Andros
Sugar Loaf - Eleuthera
Lady Kayla - Exuma
Two Brothers - Grand Bahama
Lady Annmarie - Long Island
Redemption - Nassau
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@wybe.bs Cool, composed, and deliberate, @Village Van Gogh ★ steps into his element on Bishop.
If the limited-edition Goombay Punch cans were the aesthetic appetizer, the official 2026 Regatta Dates are the high-octane main course. This year, the Ministry of Works & Family Island Affairs has curated a calendar that reads like a love letter to Bahamian heritage, blending the raw intensity of sloop sailing with the unrivaled chic of island hopping. While the season technically kicked off with the Back to Da Cay Regatta in Eleuthera and a quick sprint in Steventon, Exuma earlier this January, the real "see and be seen" moments are just beginning.
The social calendar shifts into high gear this February as the fleet descends upon the Farmer’s Cay Regatta from February 5–7, followed closely by the Sir Durward Knowles National Junior Championship in New Providence. The latter is where the "aesthetic" truly meets the water, as the next generation of skippers proves that sailing isn't just a tradition it’s a fashion-forward movement. However, all eyes remain fixed on April 21–25 for the National Family Island Regatta in Exuma, the crown jewel of the season.
As we move into the summer "golden hour," the circuit becomes a marathon of turquoise horizons. From the Mangrove Cay and Barraterre double-feature in May to the Long Island Regatta in early June, the momentum is relentless. The season eventually culminates in a grand finale at the Best of the Best Regatta in New Providence from December 3–6, a curated showdown that determines who truly owns the water. For the seasoned sailors, 2026 isn't just about the race; it’s about the culture, the pride, and the effortless style that can only be found dockside in the Bahamas.
