Freeport is buzzing with excitement as some of the best Bahamian brands head our way just in time for the holidays! If you’re looking to shop local and stylish this season, these upcoming pop-up shops are a must.

Bahari

Bahari, a luxury Bahamian brand known for its sleek and sophisticated designs, is setting up shop at the RayVin Mall. They’ll be here from December 18th-24th, with doors open daily from 9 AM to 7 PM. This is a great opportunity to check out their collection in person without having to fly to Nassau.

Lost City

Streetwear enthusiasts can look forward to Lost City, another Nassau favorite. Their pop-up is happening December 21st-22nd, but the setup is a bit different. You’ll need to place your orders on their website (www.lostcityapparel.com) and select Freeport as the pickup location at checkout. They’ll contact you with details, making it easy to get your hands on their bold designs.

Snowfall Exchange

The Snowfall Exchange, hosted by Rebellious Rose Fashion & Mobile Styles, is more than just a pop-up—it’s a mini market. Happening on December 21st from 1 PM to 5 PM at the Grand Lucayan Hotel, this event will feature over 10 vendors offering a variety of items.

Whether you’re shopping for gifts or treating yourself, these pop-ups bring Nassau’s flair to Freeport—just in time to make your holiday season extra special!

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Wassup, Wybers!

Last week, I put y’all on to all the holiday events popping off in Freeport. This week, it’s all about Nassau! And trust me, there’s no shortage of things to do—it’s stacked.

Kicking things off:

Wednesday, December 18th: Ovadose: Raw is Law at Waterloo. If it’s anything like the mixtape, you already know it’s gonna be a whole dandy! It’s a pajamarama party with tunes strictly for the ladies, so grab your bestie, pull out those cute holiday PJs, and slide through.

Thursday, December 19th: Supremacy’s Frosted Fantasy at Oui Chic Lounge—sounds classy, right?

Friday, December 20th: Solstice Winter Wonderland. Judging by the promo vids, this one’s about to be legendary. Organize yuh crew and make it a movie!

The following week brings even more heat:

Christmas Eve (Tuesday, December 24th): Starstruck at the amphitheater at Nassau Cruise Port.

Christmas Day (Wednesday, December 25th): After you’ve stuffed yourself full of Ham & Turkey, head to Champagne and Mistletoe at Waterloo—it’s all about partying and popping bottles.

Boxing Day (Thursday, December 26th): Of course we know Junkanoo is not to be missed this year especially with all the controversy surrounding it in the news lately , but if you feeling for something else check out Brickhouse invades Nassau at Waterloo for a Freeport-meets-Nassau link-up.

Saturday, December 28th: Wrapping up December in style and bringing us into the New Year is 103.5 The Beat’s Rhythm + Blues concert, featuring sensational R&B stars K. Michelle, Lyfe Jennings, and J. Holiday.

Nassau’s already lit on a regular week, but this holiday season? The energy’s on a whole other level. So, throw on your best fits, have all the fun, but let’s keep it safe and party responsibly.

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Google and Samsung Team Up for a Mixed-Reality Headset

The battle for mixed-reality dominance is intensifying. Google and Samsung are collaborating on a new wearable headset and an Android XR operating system to rival the Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3. Codenamed Project Moohan, the headset is expected to launch in 2025, featuring advanced capabilities like immersive Google Maps views, YouTube streaming, and AI-powered trip planning via Google’s chatbot, Gemini. This partnership aims to redefine XR technology, with Samsung also planning smart glasses powered by Android XR. As Apple and Meta face challenges in this space, Google and Samsung’s collaboration could set the stage for groundbreaking advancements..

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Valley Boys vs. Valley Boys: The Fight for Bay Street Glory

The Junkanoo world has been buzzing with controversy since the iconic Valley Boys group splintered earlier this year, leading to two factions: the “World Famous Valley Boys,” led by Brian Adderley, and the “Way Forward Valley Boys,” spearheaded by Trevor Davis. Once united under one banner, internal conflicts have now ignited a fierce battle for recognition, funding, and the right to compete in the prestigious A-Division.

The split became public during the Labor Day Junkanoo Rushout, where both groups took to Bay Street separately. Efforts to resolve the division have since been fraught with challenges. In September, the government initially awarded $30,000 in seed funding to each group, a decision criticized by the Junkanoo Corporation of New Providence (JCNP), which only recognized Adderley’s Valley Boys as A-Division contenders.

Tensions escalated this week when the Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Culture declared that both factions were certified for A-Division participation. The JCNP responded with threats to postpone the parades, citing alleged political interference to protect Davis, the brother of Prime Minister Philip Brave Davis. Amid the turmoil, Attorney General Ryan Pinder clarified that the JCNP lacks authority to cancel parades and reiterated the need for impartiality.

Minister Mario Bowleg later announced that the Way Forward Valley Boys would march unjudged, further fueling the group’s frustrations. Davis’ faction has characterized the decision as a personal attack, inviting the public to judge which group best represents the Valley Boys legacy during the Boxing Day parade.

As legal battles loom and public anticipation builds, the question remains: which Valley Boys faction will win the court of public opinion, and will Junkanoo unity ever be restored? For now, the vibrant culture of the parade is overshadowed by the drama unfolding behind the scenes.