For years, Bahamian creativity has been our best kept secret. From Junkanoo inspired runway looks that shimmer with island color to soulful rhythms that quietly make their way into global playlists, our culture has always had star power it just needed the right stage. That stage is finally arriving with the launch of The Bahamas Creative Sector Export Strategy, a bold new plan designed to give local creatives the support, protection, and opportunities they need to shine on the world stage.

The strategy is simple but revolutionary. It addresses what has long been missing: funding, training, creative infrastructure, and intellectual property protection. At its heart is authenticity. Bahamian creativity is not about imitation; it is about rhythm, color, and soul that can only come from these islands.

This is more than policy. It is a promise that designers can take their collections to Fashion Week while keeping the essence of the islands intact, that filmmakers can tell Bahamian stories on screens worldwide, and that musicians can share the sound of home while climbing global charts. And while the strategy lays the foundation, initiatives like the opening of The Creative and Performing Arts School of The Bahamas add even more reason for excitement, giving young creators a dedicated space to hone their craft and prepare for opportunities on a global scale.

For everyday Bahamians, the impact could be transformative. More than jobs or programs, it is an invitation to celebrate and invest in our creative heartbeat. Collaboration, entrepreneurship, and cultural recognition are on the rise.

Change does not happen overnight, but the energy is palpable. The world is watching, and Bahamian creativity is finally being seen not just as culture, but as the next big industry. What is made in The Bahamas is no longer meant to stay here. It is meant to travel, to inspire, and to show that our creativity is identity, power, and The Bahamas’ next great export.

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Fridayy turns heartbreak into art with “Below Zero,” a cold yet captivating R&B track that hits exactly where it should. From the first note, his voice cuts through with quiet confidence smooth, deep, and drenched in emotion. The lyrics speak of shutting down after pain, that numb feeling when love turns icy, and Fridayy captures it perfectly without overdoing it. What makes “Below Zero” stand out is its restraint; it doesn’t try to do too much. Instead, it leans into atmosphere and feeling, letting the emotion breathe.

It’s sleek, soulful, and deeply replayable the kind of song that hits harder at night with headphones on. Fridayy proves once again he knows how to make pain sound beautiful.

Final Rating 5 out of 5

One of the taglines for this sequel: Worlds Will Collide. When the master control program from the highly sophisticated digital landscape of a corrupt corporation is brought to the real world on a dangerous mission. As a being of artificial intelligence's first encounter with humankind in the organic world changes the way each is viewed by the other.

Tron: Ares is the third feature film in the franchise that builds on the look and sound of the second film while expanding on the the ideas touched on in the original film with seeds planted for a possible fourth film.  Joachim Rønning does a solid directing job by tweaking certain designs from previous films and the way they interact with the real world in an imaginative manner. The screenplay by Jesse Wigutow from the story by David DiGilio & Wigutow based on the characters by Steven Lisberger & Bonnie MacBird is able to introduce new aspects to the lore established in other media of the franchise from the films, animated series, video games and theme park ride. The music provided by Nine Inch Nails is a driving score that helps give the film a feeling of agency that band members Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross are well known for. Greta Lee as Eve Kim is a protagonist who is easy to follow with Jodie Turner-Smith as Athena being a force of nature in her villainy, but I wish Gillian Anderson & Jeff Bridges were used more. Evan Peters as the villainous nepo-baby Julian Dillinger is an antagonist that is easy to root against with Jared Leto as the titular Ares being a character who you want to see succeed once they saw the side they should be on, but it sad that Bruce Boxleitner is not in the cast making this a Tron movie without Tron. For those who enjoy this particular Disney franchise there is enough here to fuel your future fanfic stories until the sequel manifests a decade or more from now. I rate this sequel a rating of 3 & 1/2 out of 5.

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In a mid-credits scene we see Julian Dillinger materialize in the digital world of the damaged Dillinger Grid where on touching a vintage identity disc he seems to be merged with Sark, a program created by his grandfather.

Final Rating 3 & 1/2 out of 5

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At the 2025 World Travel Awards, we scooped three top honors, proving once again why the islands are a go-to for travelers worldwide. For the second year in a row, we were named the Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Island Destination and the Leading Sports Tourism Destination. On top of that, Nassau earned recognition as the Caribbean’s Leading Business Travel Destination, highlighting the city’s appeal for conferences, corporate events, and international gatherings.

These awards reflect more than just pretty beaches they celebrate our resorts, our hospitality, and the experiences only The Bahamas can offer. From sporting events to luxury escapes and business trips, the islands are delivering it all.

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For a long time, Bahamian artists, musicians, designers, and performers have created amazing work, but it hasn’t always reached audiences beyond our islands. That’s starting to change with the launch of the National Artist Registry, a new platform designed to help local creatives showcase and promote their work.

The registry is more than a simple website. It allows artists to create profiles, upload portfolios, and list their projects, giving them a place to present their work professionally. It also connects creatives to new opportunities, whether it’s collaborations, international gigs, or partnerships that were hard to find before.

For artists, this is a chance to be seen and recognized. Instead of relying only on local events or word of mouth, creatives can now have their work discovered by a wider audience. It also gives young artists confidence, showing that their work is part of a bigger creative community in The Bahamas.

For everyday Bahamians, the registry is a reminder of the talent and culture we have right here at home. It helps bring more visibility to Bahamian music, fashion, and art, while showing that our creativity is something the world can enjoy too.

Of course, a platform alone won’t make change happen. Its success depends on artists using it, sharing their work, and connecting with opportunities. But the National Artist Registry is a step in the right direction. It gives Bahamian creatives a professional space to grow, get noticed, and take their work further than ever before.